Types of putties
Putties are widely used in finishing and roughing of walls and ceilings. It is with the help of putties that it is possible to perfectly level the base, to repair defects and cracks. The choice of funds is made based on the type of base - there are cement, gypsum, acrylic, polymer and other putties.
To choose a really suitable composition, you need to understand the brands of putties. In some cases, special tools are used - for example, for repairing a car body, treating wooden surfaces, coating joints between MDF boards and other purposes.
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Hard putties with PVA are considered one of the most reliable compositions for finishing, they can be used on any basis.
Home-made putties for wooden surfaces: from PVA, nitro-varnish, acrylic varnish. Putties for concrete and plastered materials.
Gypsum putty is used by masters to smooth walls, grout any defects, it is a very strong and effective building mixture.
Putty shitrok is used for finishing walls, this material is sold ready-made and helps to give the surface perfect evenness and smoothness.
Putty EP-0010 is used in shipbuilding and where it is necessary to prepare metal and other surfaces for applying paints and varnishes.
Epoxy putty is a well-known and sought-after material for restoring the integrity of the base (its cosmetic repair). In order not to spend large financial resources on the purchase of finished compounds, they can be prepared independently.
Acrylic putty consists of acrylates, plasticizers and modifiers. Among all other types of putties, acrylics are distinguished by one of the widest sets of positive characteristics.
Putty for MDF is most often made on the basis of polymers or epoxy. Polymeric compositions (acrylic and latex) for the general set of advantages are the best choice
Putty of drywall joints is carried out before processing the main surface. For grouting, putty mortar and, in most cases, reinforcing tape are used.
Moisture-resistant putty is necessary for leveling surfaces that are exposed to water or water vapor. Its use increases the strength of decorative finishes.
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