How to choose a plaster poluterok?

When carrying out finishing works, the type of tool used is of great importance. Preparation of the basis under finishing finishing depends on it. Consider the plaster poluterok: with the simplicity of the device, it has some nuances of choice.

The plastering trowel is an auxiliary tool, by means of which various compositions are applied to the surface and the masses are pre-leveled on the surface.

An experienced master can apply, distribute and smooth the mixture with such a tool. Externally, the product is a bar or a rectangular board with a convenient handle, the ends of which are fixed at the base. It is not a construction grater, although the resemblance is obvious. Unlike the grater, the treadmills (also known as the trowel) have smaller dimensions.

Trowel is used in construction and finishing works. It is used for work inside and outside the premises. Due to this tool, it is possible to make a perfectly smooth base without visual defects and plane inhomogeneities. The trowel allows not only to apply and trim the base - in the process of preliminary alignment, it compacts the applied layer. You can use it before further sticking wallpaper, painting, applying decorative plaster, finishing facades, cladding with glue tiles (for the ceiling).

Such a tool also allows the process of distribution of the composition on the surface to remove excess. Due to the small weight, it facilitates the work of the master. The advantage is resistance to moisture absorption. In addition, he does not respond to changes in temperature.

Poluterok classified by type of material. In this regard, it can be:

• polyurethane;
• wooden;
• foam;
• metal.

In addition, rubber and latex are used in the manufacture of such tools. Each type of raw material used has its own characteristics that determine its shelf life. More often on the shelves of shops you can find products made of polyurethane. Such trowels are comfortable, a bit like plastic boards.Their use allows to achieve a good preparatory result.

Wood products are durable. They are more durable than their counterparts, while during operation the mixture often sticks to the working canvas, which is reflected in the quality of the layer being leveled. It is more difficult to work with such a tool in comparison with other types of semi-blacks.

Products from foam are the most impractical. The only thing that attracts customers to them is the low price. However, they are not worthy of purchases: after a few strokes, they begin to stick to the treated surface.

Metal options are used for ironing the plane. In order for the result of such tools to be of high quality, we need skill. Most metal products are used in special cases, for example, for easy surface treatment of a small area.

Versions of rubber and latex are used for finishing, but not for basic works.

The standard dimensions of the plaster trowel are 1 cm thick, 20 cm long, and 10 cm wide. However, these parameters are not the only ones. On the shelves of stores offered options for larger and smaller sizes.Their variety is associated with a different amount of preparatory and finishing works. In addition, the standards are dictated by the manufacturers themselves. For example, smaller products are thinner and shorter, analogues of larger sizes can reach 12 cm in width, while their thickness is 2 cm.

That the choice of a product allowed to carry out high-quality repair, Before buying it is worth getting acquainted with some recommendations of experts.

• Take the tool in your hand - you should be comfortable. The ideal pen is the one that has finger holes.
• Look at the working canvas. There should be no defects in the form of chipping, scratches, irregularities.
• Based on the amount of work. If you need to prepare the base of a large area, choose a larger product.
• Small varieties do an excellent job with their main task in places of limited area.
• If you have to work with a wall that has previously artificially created openings, it is preferable to use a short model.
• It is better to buy a long trowel, if work is to be done on finishing the open areas.
• Refuse to buy foam products: they will break in the first hour of work.Do not confuse them with analogues of polyurethane. These are two completely different materials.
• If you need to prepare a surface for painting, buy a metal trowel.
• If you are planning a purchase that will serve for many years and will not make it difficult to carry out the preparatory work, buy a polyurethane t-shirt. This trowel significantly saves working time, and the mixture does not stick to it. In this case, you will be satisfied with the result of their work.

In addition to the basic rules, consider the main thing: the size of the tool is selected according to the size of your own palm.

The trowel-trowel is often used as a tool for imparting texture to the finishing layer. In capable hands, such tools can replace textured rollers. At the same time, the result of the work will not yield to professional one. And due to the possibility of trimming, you can correct the imperfections that arise in the process.

If you plan to give the walls or ceiling the effect of Venetian plaster, such a tool will be the best assistant in the implementation of an unusual idea. By the way, the old wooden version with a dilapidated working surface can be used to create the texture of the "bark beetle". And if you need an invoice “under a fur coat,” you should use a product with a sponge plane.

Plaster trowel recognized as a reliable and high-quality assistant in the preparation of the base for finishing. This is indicated by reviews of masters left on construction forums. The comments indicate that they are lightweight, comfortable, have an acceptable cost.

For how to rub plaster, see the following video.