As a rule, finishing works of any kind(wallpapering, tiling, painting, etc.) are performed on pre-leveled walls. And how to level walls can be done in different ways, each of which has a fairly simple technology, which allows you to cope with the work without the help of specialists.
When choosing a leveling method, it is necessary to take into accountthe material from which the walls of the house were erected. If you have decided to level the walls yourself, it is very important to carefully study all the stages of the work, in the process it is necessary to take into account all the nuances, and when preparing solutions and other material, you should follow the conditions specified in the instructions. Considering the initial state of the surfaces, you can use different materials and apply different methods to level the walls. When choosing a leveling method, it is very important to take into account the type of material from which the walls of your apartment are erected.
How to level the walls with a plaster
The process of leveling the wall with putty.In most cases, plaster is used to level surfaces that were built using materials such as brick or block. In addition, plaster is also used to level reinforced concrete walls. In this case, it is necessary to use a reinforced mesh or metal frame. Before leveling the walls, you should think about purchasing specially designed beacon profiles made of metal. Beacons have a standard length of 3 m, if necessary, they can be shortened using metal shears. Return to contents</a>
Beacon technology
Before leveling the walls, it is necessaryinstall beacons. To do this, vertical lines are drawn on the surface using a pencil or plumb line. The first two lines are located at opposite corners of the wall. The lines are intended for applying mortar moldings (5 pcs.).
Scheme of wall alignment using beacons.The beacons should be sunk into the moldings so that the mortar can pass through the holes for the fasteners. Then, using a building level, the beacons are aligned vertically. Having installed 2 beacons at the top and bottom, you should pull the cords. This way you will get the required plane. It is worth noting that this way it is not only easy, but also correct to align the walls. Intermediate beacons are installed at the end of this stage. In this case, the already familiar scheme is used, the stretched cords will serve as a guide, so the use of a level and plumb lines is not necessary. The distance between each beacon should be equal to the length of the tool with which you will level the mortar. You can install beacons in another way, which involves the use of screws and dowels. This method is distinguished by its simplicity and accuracy, but it requires more time. Return to the table of contents</a>
Stage of application of ground composition
Before you begin the alignment process,surfaces need to be primed. This will ensure good adhesion and also make the next stage of work (plastering) easier. The primer can be purchased at any hardware store. When choosing a primer, make sure that the composition is suitable for the material you are going to work with. You can use various painting tools to apply the primer, you can use a spray gun, brush or roller. When working with surfaces that are highly absorbent, do not be lazy to apply several layers of primer. It is worth adding that many craftsmen prefer to use plain water to treat brick walls. Return to contents</a>
A little bit about the plaster mixes
Scheme for leveling the seams of a plasterboard wall.In order to level surfaces, different types of plaster compositions can be used. Their main difference is in the binder component used. Plasters with the following are in great demand:
- gypsum base;
- cement base;
- calcareous base.
These mixtures are distinguished by their simplicityapplication, in construction stores they can be presented in dry form. It is recommended to perform interior wall finishing using a plaster composition based on gypsum. Before preparing a dry mixture for use, it is very important to carefully study the instructions on the package. As a rule, certain proportions of water are used to dilute the mixture. The composition must be mixed well, using a construction mixer or a convenient improvised object. Return to contents</a>
Technology of plastering walls with own hands
The plaster is applied to the surface in three stepsmain stages. If we consider the option of leveling a brick wall, then the first stage involves spraying. To apply the second layer of primer, it is necessary to use a solution of a denser consistency. The layer should be from 5 to 6 mm. The final stage is called covering. The finishing layer is usually the thinnest, and it should bring the wall to the most equal indicators.
Wall alignment diagram.Before applying each layer of plaster mixture, it is very important to devote sufficient time to drying the previous layer. In addition, one must not forget to apply a primer to each individual layer of plaster. Each layer of primer must be dried. Plastering walls is a fairly lengthy process, so that the result does not disappoint, it is very important to follow the instructions strictly. Return to contents</a>
Use of putty for wall leveling
List of basic materials and tools for leveling walls with putty yourself:
- putty;
- assembly foam (plaster solution);
- composition for the primer;
- building hair dryer;
- spatulas (narrow and wide).
Putty is a finishing materialmaterial. Any wall surface is quite suitable for its application. The technology of leveling walls with this material is quite simple, so you can do the job without the help of specialists. Leveling walls with putty is suitable for laying tiles, gluing wallpaper, painting. The mixture is often used as a finishing layer for pre-plastered walls. Putty can also be used for concrete and wooden walls. How to properly level a wall with putty?
Tools for leveling walls.Before applying a layer of putty, the wall must be carefully prepared, eliminating cracks, chips, grooves and other defects. To seal large cracks, you can use polyurethane foam or plaster mortar. Next, the wall must be carefully treated with a primer, and then dried well. Having prepared the surface, you can begin applying the putty. The first layer should be at least 2-3 mm. If necessary, the thickness can be increased to 5 mm, in this case it is recommended to act in several layers, otherwise such a thick layer will peel off and fall off. After the first layer has completely dried, the surface should be treated with a primer, and then dried well again. The final or finishing layer is the thinnest (no more than 1 mm). With its help, it is necessary to achieve maximum evenness of the walls. The obtained result will be quite sufficient for preparing surfaces for laying tiles. The fact is that in this case the tile itself will serve as a leveling material. Before gluing wallpaper or painting the walls, all roughness should be removed using sandpaper. You can also level the walls using other methods, for example, using plywood sheets or plasterboard. The technology of both options involves the use of a frame installation method. The room will slightly decrease in volume, so not all owners give their preference to one of these options. It should be noted that the use of gypsum board or plywood is especially preferable for leveling walls with large potholes. At the same time, such methods are distinguished by their effectiveness and fairly low cost. Before you start installing plasterboard sheets, you need to make a special frame. For these purposes, you will need a bar or a metal profile (guide and rack). If you take into account the opinion of experts, then it is better to give preference to a metal profile. Self-tapping screws are used to attach the gypsum board to the constructed frame.
