Modern repair work cannot be carried out withoutcorrect design of the floor base. Today, the range of the construction market makes it possible to arrange not only a durable and functional base, but also one that matches the style of the room - these are 3D floors.
3D floors allow you to use any image and have high resistance to wear and damage.
Main advantages and features of 3D floors
This technology has the following advantages over others:
- attractive appearance;
- the opportunity to implement any design solutions;
- resistance to damage;
- the possibility of using over a long period of time;
- resistance to wear;
- no dust from the inside of the floor;
- resistance to moisture and detergents;
- the ability to install on any surface;
- ease of use;
- hygienic grounds.
Self-leveling 3D floors can be installed in private homes, apartments, commercial premises, etc. Such structures can be designed in various colors, and any designs can be applied to them.
Scheme of decorative self-leveling floor.In the children's room, any cartoon characters can be depicted on the floor. In the living room, the floor base can depict a meadow of flowers or the pavement of a large metropolis. In the bedroom, such a structure can be decorated with various paintings. There are many design solutions that allow you to choose any flooring option, in this case there are no restrictions. Such 3D floors are very easy to care for. The coating does not have cracks and crevices where dirt can get in. The structure will withstand any load. The floor will not be damaged if a large sofa is placed on it. The warranty period for using this base is 40 years. During this period, the paint and structure will not change. If the self-leveling base is damaged for any reason, it can be quickly repaired completely or partially. Return to the table of contents</a>
How to make a bulk floor 3d: manufacturing technology
The process of installing a 3D coating consists of the following stages:
- preparation of the foundation;
- application of the base from the polymer layer for leveling;
- gluing an image or photograph;
- filling colorless polymer composition;
- application of the final coating - a special protective compound.
With this technology you can create the effectthree-dimensional image, and the depth will depend on the height of the final layer. Instead of an image or photograph, you can use multi-colored sand, pebbles, crystals or other decorative elements.
Options for pouring self-leveling floors.The installation of decorative coating is similar to the installation of ordinary self-leveling floors. However, there are some differences. One of them is the need for proper preparation of the base. This requirement is due to the fact that the 3D floor has a small thickness. Preparatory work can include the installation of forced ventilation, since the polymers used to fill the base are very toxic. There is no point in using a respirator. The temperature in the room where the self-leveling floor will be installed should be more than 10 ° C. In winter, it will not be possible to carry out repair work in an unheated room. In order to make a 3D self-leveling floor yourself, you will need to prepare special materials:
- polymer composition of two components (colorless base with hardener, which will need to be mixed before application);
- decorative elements (materials that will determine the general view of the floor).
The following items will also be required:
- putty knife;
- brush;
- primer;
- cement;
- sand;
- water;
- mixer;
- grinding machine or grinder;
- building level;
- special lacquer;
- a film of polyethylene or foil.
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Preparing the base of the floor in the room
Essential tools for self-leveling floors.In this case, you will need to remove the existing floor covering, baseboards and doors in the room. In rooms with high humidity, you will need to lay a waterproofing material, which will increase the service life of the floor. Next, on the waterproofing layer, you need to make a concrete screed or level the base with a solution of sand and cement. When the base is completely dry, it will need to be carefully sanded. If there is no grinding machine, you can use an ordinary grinder with a disc with a diameter of 18 cm. Large protrusions will need to be removed with a hammer drill. All cracks are filled with cement mortar. When the concrete base is completely flat, you should remove fragments, debris and remove dust. If there are oil stains, they should also be excluded. Self-leveling floors do not tolerate moisture very well. Therefore, the concrete screed must dry completely, which may take about 30 days. All work can be done at a humidity of maximum 50%. Then the surface will need to be primed. The primer will fill small pores and penetrate the concrete. Apply the primer using short-nap rollers, flat brushes or spatulas. Apply the primer in several layers, with the second layer applied only after the first has dried. Return to Contents</a>
Applying a polymer layer to level the surface
This stage can be performed after at least 4hours after preparing the base. A polymer composition will be used as the initial layer, which is ideal for applying the pattern later. If you need to arrange a floor made of artificial or natural materials, then the initial layer will be used as a background. Special polymer-based mixtures should be applied directly to the concrete screed. To do this, you will need to mix the finishing colorless polymer composition with the appropriate solvent in a ratio of 2: 1. To do this, you need to use a construction mixer. The polymer mixture should be prepared in small portions, as it hardens in 30 minutes. You will need to pour the composition onto the base. The base should be leveled using a rule and a needle roller. This will remove air bubbles from the thickness of the base layer. Then you will need to wait a day for polymerization to occur. At the next stage, the evenness of the base is checked with a building level. The polymer base will dry for about 7 days. If you want to decorate the floor with small elements, then you do not need to wait for this layer to dry. Return to Contents</a>
Correct drawing of a drawing
There are 2 methods of preparing images for 3D floors:
The most reliable and effective method isthe first, but it is the most expensive. Materials for obtaining images on the floor surface that are resistant to the negative effects of UV rays are expensive. You will also need to spend some money on a professional artist.
The drawing can be applied either by yourself oruse ready-made film images. If you plan to use the first method of applying the image, then you will need to apply a thick layer of varnish to the dried paint later. In this case, the image will be protected from all manipulations above the floor. The most commonly used method is gluing a prepared image. In this case, you need to process the image and print it on a thick material of the required size. If the image is applied to a vinyl-based film, then it must be carefully glued to the prepared surface. You need to make sure that no air bubbles get under the film. To do this, the image must be smoothed out well, pressing it to the base. The mixture will remain fluid for about 20-40 minutes. If the image is printed on banner fabric, then it must be glued using a thin layer of finishing coating. The image must be applied to a slightly damp surface. In the process, you need to ensure that there are no air bubbles between the material and the surface. Return to the table of contents</a>
Pouring colorless polymer composition
The first thing you need to do is mix all the ingredients togethercleaned container. In this case, you need to use a mixer. The mixture is poured in small portions onto the floor and leveled over the base. To eliminate air bubbles from the inside of the floor, you should go over the structure with a roller with a needle base. You need to roll the tool until the mixture begins to thicken. To increase the strength of the structure, you will need to cover it with polyethylene film or foil. The base will harden for about 1-3 weeks. In this case, everything will depend on the thickness of the final layer, humidity and temperature in the room. You can provide protection for the floor covering with a special varnish. Most experts believe that it is impossible to make a decorative 3D self-leveling floor with your own hands. If you do not follow the technology, then the expected effect will not work, and the service life will be reduced. Therefore, you will need to invite a competent craftsman. However, you should know that you can make this structure with your own hands. You only need to scrupulously follow the sequence of actions and not deviate from the technology.</ ul>
