Today, natural materials have again become popular due to their high aesthetic indicators, environmental friendliness and durability. These are marble and granite: to date, buildings that were erected several millennia ago from these materials are still preserved. But, in addition to strength indicators, marble and granite are expensive materials, so they are used only for decoration. And in order for the finishing material to stay on the surface, for fixing, such glue should be used for marble and granite, which will provide a durable, durable joint.
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All adhesive materials intended for the installation of marble or granite parts are frost-resistant, due to which they can be used very widely: for processing joints on stone, inlays, performing original mosaics, gluing stone, marble and granite elements.
The main properties that distinguish adhesive for marble of any kind are:
- High resistance to acids, alkalis, ultraviolet radiation.
- Preservation of its effectiveness at any temperature conditions, ranging from +100 ° C to - 20.
- After solidification does not change color, does not crack, does not give in to compression.
- It allows glued parts to be taken to work after 2-3 hours.
- Due to the fact that any material for fixing marble or granite surfaces is a frost-resistant adhesive, you can work with it not only inside, but also on the outside of buildings.
Further - in more detail about the types of adhesive materials, their features and composition.
Polyester Mastics
Polyester-type marble adhesive is available in the form of a liquid, semi-liquid or solid. The most famous brands that are known for their quality and reliability are:
- Solido quarzo crema. The material was developed both for fixing the stone and for laminating it. For use, stir with hardener.
- "Mastic 2000". This type of adhesive is intended for use inside buildings. It is used in the manufacture of mosaics, repair and gluing of stone.
Epoxy adhesives
The two-component adhesive for marble of this kind is so strong that it is very difficult to separate the glued element from the surface. Due to the high level of strength, epoxy adhesive perfectly glues elements of marble, granite, suitable for working with iron and concrete. The substance consists of two components - the glue itself and the fixative.
Among all the epoxy adhesive products available in stores, the following brands stand out for their high quality:
- Akepox 1005. It is used to seal cracks and pores that have appeared on natural stone.
- Bellinzoni. The main properties are increased strength, resistance to solvents, acids and alkalis, excellent adhesion characteristics.
- Isomat Ak-epoxy normal. Solvent free. Designed for bonding granite and marble surfaces with surfaces of other materials.
Impregnants
The basis for their manufacture is epoxy. The material is intended for use in carrying out outdoor work. It is very convenient when working with surfaces on which there are various defects - cracks, tubercles, depressions. Adhesive smoothes the surface, filling in this case all the flaws and reliably connecting the lining with the surface. They have a low viscosity index and lend themselves well to grinding.
The choice of a specific material from the above adhesives depends on two parameters: the type of surface that will need to be faced and the type of work.
Preparatory work
Before granite or
marble tiles are glued
, the surface must be prepared - remove construction debris, dust, all kinds of contaminants. If too pronounced defects are found, they must first be plastered. If this is not done, the adhesive material will seep into the joints, cracks. Because of this, an air film may form between both surfaces.
After this, it is necessary to prepare the adhesive composition for use: carefully study the instructions and dilute the substance according to the recommendations. It is best to breed adhesive for marble or granite finish in an unnecessary container, since it will no longer be possible to wash it. First, the mixture is poured into the prepared container, then the right amount of water is added and everything is mixed until homogeneous so that no lumps or remnants of the dry mixture are observed. This can be done both manually and using a construction mixer. The prepared mass must be consumed within three hours.
Finishing Installation
Now the most important thing begins - gluing the finishing material. First you have to put glue on the surface to be trimmed. Its layer should not be very thin, but in no case too thick so that it does not seep into the seams between the individual elements. After that, granite or marble tiles are lubricated with glue and both surfaces are joined. Since each element of stone has a fairly decent weight, it is necessary to hold it for a while, until the polymerization of the substance occurs and the glue for marble sets. A little later, it hardens and ensures complete adhesion of both surfaces.
In order for the final result to please for many years, it is necessary to comply with all recommendations. And this:
- Choosing the most suitable adhesive material.
- Compliance with the accuracy of the dosage of the components and their mixing.
- Accuracy and accuracy when working with tiles.