Wood as a building material has a mass of useful qualities, and therefore needs protection and care. Being an indispensable material in many cases, wood is easily processed with your own hands and looks aesthetically pleasing. In order to prevent the manifestation of sensitivity to adverse environments, it is customary to treat wooden surfaces with various protective agents. One of such means is water-repellent impregnation. It is indispensable in the treatment of fiberboard and any facing wooden material.
- The use of water-repellent impregnation
- Types of Impregnation
- Proven Components
- Selection recommendations
So what is this remedy and how much can it really protect a tree from mold and parasites?
The use of water-repellent impregnation
Impregnation is used to preserve the layer. It repels water and reliably protects wood from the damaging effects of harmful substances. The compositions are used to preserve various wood structures. Cellars, baths, fences, houses, and even sleepers can not do without soaking.
Antiseptic substances are used as separately produced, and can be in the composition with bioadditives, which must be applied to wooden surfaces before painting.
Many tinting compositions have water repellent properties. They are often used in furniture production, fiberboard impregnation in the manufacture of decorations for the interior. After applying the product to the surface, the material not only transforms visually, but also acquires protection from dirt and dust, not to mention the penetration of bacteria and mold.
to contents ↑True, one antiseptic is not enough and you need to use it together with varnish or paint. Water-repellent qualities are necessary in bathhouses and where the moisture level is more than 80%.
Types of Impregnation
Water-repellent substances for wood rarely contain additional components that give protective properties to the material. It all depends on the use of impregnation, so they come in different types:
- Refractory impregnation. They are distinguished by the ability not to maintain combustion at high temperatures, where the non-impregnated material would have already caught fire long ago. Fire spread is minimized. In addition to anti-flammability, this composition protects the wood from the penetration of parasites and mold, does not allow pests to multiply inside. You can use such substances without any restrictions, since they are completely safe for the environment. The peculiarity is that you need to apply the funds regularly, in the interval from four to six years.
- Protective fluids from mold and decay are most often used for the preservation of houses, impregnation of facades, wood panels, lining, fiberboard. The substance has increased water repellent capabilities and is used everywhere. Due to the colorless composition, there is no way to worry about the safety of the aesthetic qualities of the structure.
- Toning substances. In addition to moisture reflectors, they include dyes.After application, the tree is not only processed, but also acquires color.
Proven Components
Universal water-repellent impregnation is one that can effectively prevent the penetration of fire, protect wood from dust, dirt, and prevent parasites from multiplying inside.
When the market is full of building components, it becomes difficult to choose the necessary impregnation, and if you ask in the store, they will not recommend what you recommend. Forums can help you solve this problem, where people won’t cheat.
As for truly universal impregnations, it is worth highlighting the Belinka type. This impregnation is in demand and has proven itself perfectly.
No less famous brand "Akvalazul", which is produced similarly to "Belinka" in a large assortment.
It is used as a tinting agent for exterior and interior decoration. A distinctive feature of this impregnation is that it dries quickly and has no smell. This is a merit of the manufacturer, who chose ordinary water as the basis.
to contents ↑Selection recommendations
What should be guided in order to choose the right impregnation for work? Before choosing, you need to answer the questions:
- Do you need only a water-repellent substance or additional functions are needed.
- Do you need to tint wood to give a natural look.
- How much volume do you need to select the amount of impregnation.
Thus, do-it-yourself wood processing today has become a must for every home, as it has a whole range of positive qualities. Extend the life of wooden buildings, withstand fire, moisture and harmful substances - this is the merit of the modern generation in the construction market.
