Sokol: what is it? How important is a basement to your home? Using natural stone for plinth cladding When the main enemy is water.

Decorating with natural stone always gives solidity and provides the highest performance in terms of surface operation. When decorating the exterior of a house, natural stone is unrivaled - it will simultaneously serve as a decor and perform a protective function. However, facing the basement of a house with natural stone is expensive and is performed using a special technology.

What material to choose

There are many types of such coatings suitable for decorating this part of the wall of the house. Depending on which natural stone will be used for facing the plinth, the technological processes during its laying will also differ. The general principle will always remain the same - laying is carried out on an adhesive mixture, but the nuances of the work may differ. The most commonly used options are:

• Marble is an expensive material.
• Granite - also does not differ in low price.
• Sandstone - affordable, it is necessary to carry out additional work.
• Slate - not always available, looks interesting.
• Limestone - like sandstone, will require additional work during installation.
• and cobblestone are the most affordable options.

All types of masonry are carried out on adhesive solutions, but further processing may be required - limestone and sandstone are varnished, and such operations are no longer required for granite or marble. Pebble or cobblestone structures are also recommended to be varnished, as this will improve the aesthetics of the structure.

Advantages of the solution

The advantages of such a finish are many. First of all, finishing the basement with stone will improve the performance of the building itself - the strength of the walls will increase, frost resistance and resistance to atmospheric precipitation will increase, and in addition, this material will go well with absolutely any design of the building itself or the surrounding area.

After completion of installation operations, it is recommended to cover the entire surface with varnish, with the exception of granite and marble structures. This will bring the following positive aspects: the seams between the blocks will be reliably protected, moss or mold will not appear on the surface, it will be easier to clean the plane and its appearance will improve.

Stages of work

In most cases, finishing the basement of houses with natural stone begins with the selection of a suitable coating. It all depends on the cost, the thickness of the plates and the appearance. Also at this stage, you need to decide on the general type of masonry - it depends on the shape, variety and size of the plates used. Having decided on these points, you can begin other work - preparing the structure for finishing and waterproofing. The last item is optional, but it is better not to save at this stage. Such secondary insulation of house structures will allow you not to worry about their safety in the future.

Next, proceed to the actual installation. Having calculated the number and position of the plates, the base is primed and a reinforcing steel mesh is attached to it. The lining of the basement with stone itself begins from the bottom row and is somewhat reminiscent of laying tiles. In some cases, it is recommended to lay out the tiles on a flat surface and collect a small area of ​​masonry, up to two to three square meters. This will make it possible to see how the masonry will look like and, if necessary, trim or adjust individual elements.

Laying is carried out on cement mortar or special adhesive mixtures. It is better to knead small batches of the solution so that it does not have time to dry. It is necessary to apply the mixture both on the wall and on the plates themselves. Do not apply too thick a layer - this has a very negative effect on the quality of adhesion to the surface and the overall quality of the cladding.

When the main laying work is completed, the surface should be washed with a high-pressure car washer or, if not available, with another available method. After the surface has dried, grouting can begin. The work is simple, but protective gloves will be required, as the cement mortar is rubbed between the plates by hand. There should be no gaps, gaps or protruding mortar. After the end of all operations, you need to wash the entire poured plane again.

In cases where the plinth was lined with granite or marble, all work is completed, but sandstone, limestone or even ordinary pebbles can be varnished. This will improve the appearance of the wall and create an additional protective barrier on the surface, as well as completely protect the seams between adjacent tiles.

If you dig into the history of the appearance of socles, then you should start with the translation. So, "socle" literally means "shoe with a wooden sole" (Italian). Other meanings are foot or pedestal. But the architects “call names” with this beautiful word the lower level of the building, the room “grown” into the ground (not to be confused with the basement and underground!). So what is a plinth and is it really necessary in a house?

The basement, unlike the basement, has a ceiling height ending above the ground level. And in financial terms, and even more so, it has significant differences - the cost of the basement is often equal to the cost of building the house itself above it. However, those who have a basement in their house will never regret their "ownership".

Why is the plinth so expensive? Because for its arrangement they use various special equipment (the cost of the services of loaders, manipulators, excavators, etc.) - in various earthworks. Due to the large amount of work, large blocks with overlaps are required. Well, due to the depth of the room, it is necessary to strengthen the heat and waterproofing layers, to build a complex drainage system.

However, despite all these conspicuous "shortcomings", the basement still has more advantages: an additional area of ​​​​practically living space, which can be turned into an underground parking lot, a billiard room, a guest room, a recreation room, a swimming pool, a wine storage. In addition, significant savings in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe land plot affect - where it is impossible to get upset, plinths literally save. Well, the plinth gives a complete image to the architecture of the building by the fact that it is arranged in areas with complex reliefs.

And what will have to be “re-equipped” when installing the base? If the basement is allocated for bathrooms, showers, pools and saunas, an autonomous pumping station and a wastewater system will be needed. If the basement will "work" as a rest room (the same billiard room), then you will have to additionally install windows - to create natural lighting in the room, as well as a ventilation system. Well, if you decide to take the basement under any fire hazardous premises, you will need to equip an evacuation (emergency) exit, equipping the room and corridors (if any) with fire extinguishing and smoke removal systems.

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When building a house, there are no trifles. Elements that may seem minor affect the longevity and strength of the building, as well as the comfort of its future residents. For example, a basement that protects the building from cooling, and the underground from waterlogging. The aggressive impact of the external environment and high operational loads require that its decoration perform not only a decorative, but, first of all, a protective function. The easiest way to protect the base from destruction is painting. For concrete and plastered surfaces, the Saku facade paint from the Finnish concern Teknos is the best choice.

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When the main enemy is water

The main reason leading to the destruction of the outer walls of the building is the effect of moisture. Therefore, products used for outdoor work must have a sufficient level of water resistance. Facade paint Teknos Saku has a high hydrophobicity, which allows the painted surface to repel drops of liquid, preventing them from seeping inside the plinth and starting their destructive activity. The resulting coating is so reliable that it retains its protective properties when the building is flooded in the off-season.

At the same time, Teknos Tsaku has sufficient vapor permeability and allows water vapor to pass through. This ability of the painted surface to freely "breathe" also contributes to its safety and longevity.

The combination of water-repellent properties with vapor permeability is the main characteristic of high-quality facade materials.

Frost, sun and ... mold

But in addition to moisture, the basement of the house has quite serious enemies. For example, seasonal temperature changes. In our climate, with its hot summers and severe winter frosts, this is a real factor that cannot be ignored. Sunlight and wind also actively destroy the surface.

Thanks to the acrylate contained in the Teknos Tzaku facade paint, a highly elastic film is formed on the surface. And vinyl chloride polymers not only give it resistance to aggressive environments, but also make it durable. The coating retains its protective properties for a long time.

Saku paint contains special fungicides. They prevent the growth of moss, the formation of fungus and mold in wet areas of the plinth, and contribute to the preservation of the facade.

Teknos Tsaku: painting concrete, galvanized metal, slate

Matt alkali-resistant facade paint Teknos Saku excellent for finishing and protecting plastered plinths or concrete slabs. But the scope of work is not limited to this, with its help you can perform the exterior decoration of the house from the foundation to the roof.

Due to its high adhesion, the agent is successfully used for galvanized metal. Finishing materials such as mineralite or slate are also suitable for finishing with Tsaku paint. A strong elastic film will perfectly cope with adverse external influences and significantly extend the service life of materials.

Features of surface preparation

Plastered surfaces must be clean, dry and sound. If any fragments lag behind the base, they are removed. Cleaned areas are sealed with cement-lime mortar. It must be remembered that for high-quality painting, the plaster must gain sufficient strength. It may take up to two months for repaired fragments to fully cure. Only after this period can you start finishing the plinth with Teknos Tsaku.

Concrete slabs are pre-cleaned of dirt and peeling old paint. To remove calcium salts, a special preparation is applied to the surfaceBetoni-PeittausliuosTeknos, which is then washed off with water. It is not recommended to use household detergents for these purposes - this can lead to streaks and an increase in the size of the salt stain. Painting should not be started until the runoff of salts stops.

Metal galvanized surfaces are carefully checked for corrosion. If there are areas with rust, they are removed with a stiff brush and treated with Ferrex primers,Meta Ferrex or from Teknos.

Applying Teknos Saku paint

When the surfaces are properly prepared, you can start applying Teknos Saku facade paint. For work, use a paint brush, roller or regular brush. The product is thoroughly mixed before use. To obtain a uniform surface, it is necessary to prepare the right amount of paint.

If the agent has not been diluted with water, then a single application will be sufficient to obtain a high-quality protective layer. If necessary, a second layer can be applied, but not earlier than after two hours.