Knauf finishing putty: pros and cons

The German company Knauf is a well-known manufacturer of building materials. It produces different types of fillers, allowing you to create the most smooth surface. The manufacturer offers a starting, finishing and universal putty, each of which has its own purpose.

Alignment of the walls is a mandatory part of the overhaul. To produce high-quality work on the alignment of the surface, you need a putty starting and finishing.

Finishing is used for the final stage of the alignment of the walls and creates a perfectly smooth and white surface. Although the modern construction market presents a wide range of putties from different manufacturers, many buyers prefer products of the German company Knauf.

This brand offers ready-made mixes that are comfortable and easy to use. Indisputable advantage is ease of operation. Everyone will be able to make perfectly smooth walls with Knauf putties without having any special knowledge or skills. It is sold in paper bags. In a large package about 25 to 30 kilograms of the mixture are presented for ease of use.

Knauf finishing mixture contains cement, gypsum and lime. After its application it is not necessary to use additional mixtures for grouting the surface. This mixture is used as a finished finish. It is enough to get acquainted with the instruction, stock up with the necessary tool and you can proceed to work.

Knauf company on the packaging of each product indicates its characteristics, as well as the shelf life. On putty always marked the maximum allowable layer thickness. The warranty period for it is only one year. The mixture should be stored in dry and dark rooms in a closed container. If the package has already been opened, then it must be used within a day, otherwise the material will become unsuitable for use.

Today, the German company Knauf is the leader in the manufacture of leveling compounds.Knauf putty is ideal for work with plasterboard sheets produced by the same company.

Finishing putties "Knauf Fugen" are presented by different types, among which it is necessary to distinguish three main ones:

• standard - made in the form of gypsum plaster;
• Fugen GF putty developed for gypsum-fiber sheets;
• finish for moisture resistant plasterboard Fugen Hydro.

All the above-mentioned putty mixtures have different technical characteristics, although in appearance they resemble a dry powdered conglomerate consisting of gypsum and the corresponding modifiers and plasticizers. These fillers perfectly absorb moisture to create plasticity of the solution, so they are protected from premature drying.

The main advantages and characteristics of the “Fugen” plaster finishing putty:

• The mixture is characterized by environmental friendliness, because the composition does not include chemical additives.
• Increased durability of the coating ensures the protection of corners during installation, and also helps to eliminate defects on gypsum plasterboards.
• If the finishing mixture is applied on a flat surface, then its small consumption will pleasantly please you.
• After using the finish, you can paint the wall or wallpaper.
• A wide range of fillers represented by different weights (5, 10 and 25 kg), and an affordable price will surely please you.

The finishing putty "Knauf Rotband" is a plaster mix with polymer additives. It is designed to align the walls. It can be used for concrete, plasterboard or plastered walls or ceilings. Due to the increased strength with time, the putty does not crack.

Main advantages of Knauf Rotband putty:

• Excellent moisture permeability promotes the rapid removal of moisture, so the apartment will never be damp.
• Environmentally friendly mixture is that it is made on the basis of gypsum and does not contain harmful chemicals. The putty does not cause allergies, so it can be safely used to repair the children's room.
• Durability and reliability. Even a thick layer of the finished mixture does not contribute to the formation of cracks.
• After using the mixture, the wall remains perfectly smooth and snow white.
• The material is characterized by excellent elasticity.
• Putty attracts attention with ease of application.
• The mixture fits perfectly with the surface on which it is applied.
• Remains of the solution do not dry out quickly.
• The material is produced by the manufacturer in several versions: 3, 8, 18, 28 kilograms.

The putty "Knauf Rotband" is presented in white, gray and pink. The thickness of the layer should vary from 5 to 30 mm. One square meter will require about eight kilograms of material.

Knauf Multi-finish putty is presented as a dry mix. It is made on the basis of gypsum filler, as well as supplemented with minerals and polymer modifiers. It can be used for pre-treatment of plasterboard or concrete surfaces. This material is ideal for creating a flat surface before painting or for decorative wall decoration. The manufacturer produces this mixture in buckets of 20 and 25 kg.

Experts know that to create a final putty layer with a thickness of 1 mm per 1 m2 will need one kilogram of the mixture.It should be remembered that the mixture of gypsum will weigh less than the analogue of cement. Gypsum mix allows you to align the walls or polk, if there is a difference in differences of no more than 6 mm. The manufacturer always on the packaging indicates the approximate consumption of material, so you should consider this indicator.

Many experts advise buying a base and a finishing putty from one manufacturer. Do not forget about the high hygroscopicity of the mixture after drying. If the surface is porous, then before using the finish, the walls should be primed.

It is worth buying Knauf products at official points and stores in order to exclude the possibility of acquiring a fake. You should not look for brand products on the market, because there is no guarantee of quality.

To get started, you should purchase all the necessary tools for applying a putty to the surface:

• a drill with a special nozzle or a mixer is ideal for stirring,intended for construction purposes;
• 30 centimeter trowel;
• small spatula from 5 to 10 cm in size;
• angled spatula;
• brushes and rollers;
• sandpaper;
• for work on the upper parts of the wall or with a ceiling, a stepladder is useful.

To apply a finishing putty, you can use two methods:

1. The finished solution is applied to a large spatula with a small, then the mixture on the wall from the bottom up. The tool should be pressed as tightly as possible to the surface; the action is worth several times. The surface becomes as smooth as possible. The rest of the mixture is returned to the bucket. Then, using grinding, smooths the roughness on the wall.
2. This method is longer because it consists of double wall covering. Finishing putty put on the surface with small strokes, then go to re-apply the material. This method ensures the creation of a smooth surface, so much less time will be spent on grouting.

Quite quickly putty putty on plaster construction, because such sheets are quite smooth.

To the process of applying putty to the surface quickly and efficiently, you should follow the advice of experts:

• Carefully read the manufacturer's instructions. The layer of putty should not be larger than indicated in the recommendation. If you make a thicker layer, then there is a chance of shedding the mixture after complete drying.
• To put a layer twice, it is necessary to apply the reinforced grid. To create the next layer, the previous one must be thoroughly dry.
• After working with a putty, all tools must be immediately cleaned from the remnants of the mixture before it dries.
• To prepare the mixture is to use cold water. If you dilute the mixture with water with a temperature above 30 degrees, then after drying the putty can sprinkle.

For some of the techniques of finishing putty walls, see below.