A unique, innovative building material - liquid glass - consists of solutions of potassium silicate or sodium with the addition of silicon dioxide obtained from quartz sand. This composition, combining with the molecules of alcohol or water, creates a very thin film on the surface treated with it, which protects against bacteria and pollution. In this case, the material of this surface does not matter. Water glass is a universal antiseptic. Using it, you do not have to worry about the appearance of a fungus, mold or any other microorganism. This material is non-toxic, fire and explosion proof.
The effect of its use is not limited to simple antibacterial protection. The substance prevents the effects of ultraviolet radiation and heat, repels moisture, while allowing the treated surface to breathe. Using liquid glass, the properties of which allow solving many problems, homeowners, tripters get real economic benefits.
In particular, this innovative material significantly increases the resistance of the basement and the foundation of the house to the negative effects of the atmosphere (temperature changes, humidity, precipitation). Liquid glass is the best option to provide the necessary waterproofing in the building. In addition, it can be used even in the construction of wells and pools. Using it as a waterproofing will not allow water to leak out and leak.
A solution containing liquid glass, cement and water acquires a number of useful, from a practical point of view, properties. For example, using this building material, you can make a special refractory mortar. You can also prepare a primer that preserves all its beneficial properties. Liquid glass can be used not only as a component of various substances, but also separately as an adhesive. Due to good adhesion, they can glue cardboard, glass, porcelain, ceramics, etc.
Depending on the purpose of use, the type and shape of the treated surfaces, there are various ways of preparing glass for processing. At present, it can be bought both as a separate building material, and as part of a specialized mixture or mortar.
A solution of sodium silicate (aqueous) is used in the manufacture of special concrete with certain properties (heat-resistant, refractory), paints (fireproof). It is indispensable in the manufacture of lead silicate, silica gel, sodium metasilicate. It is used for the production of cleaning and washing substances, silicate paints. The material found its application in agriculture, they process the trees with damage and pruning. In metallurgy, it is added as a binder in the manufacture of rods and molds. It is used in foundry as a flotation component, and in the enrichment of raw materials. Sodium silicate in various forms has been widely used in the fat, textile, pulp and paper, soap, and textile industries.