During repair and construction work, in addition to leveling and painting walls or wallpapering, builders recommend priming. Today you can find a large number of products that are used only for metal, plaster, wood or concrete substrates, but also latex primer is produced, which is a versatile building material.
Application
Use a mortar for treating brick and concrete walls, as well as plastered surfaces or particle boards. Without a primer mixture, good strength of the coating will not be ensured, the resistance of the base to external negative factors will decrease, and the adhesion of the surface to the finish will be minimal.
Acrylic primer based on latex is used for indoor work and is great for treating porous surfaces. According toaccording to builders, the soil is perfectly absorbed, which allows further finishing operations with minimal material consumption.
Composition
Primer mixture is a water-soluble and safe repair and construction material, which most often forms a matte vapor-permeable film after application. The composition of the soil includes the following main components:
- styrene-acrylic latex;
- antifoaming agents;
- antiseptics;
- butter;
- preservatives;
- drying accelerators;
- pigments.
Acrylic and latex primer - what's the difference?
Many professionals who work in the construction and repair industry are wondering which primer is better - latex or acrylic? It would seem that both solutions are intended for the preparation of bases. But what to choose, you can decide only after studying the instructions for use.
When selecting consumables, it should be taken into account that the difference between these two primers is that the acrylic primer will not protect against the corrosive process, while the latex primer will just provide reliable protection from the negative influence of the external environment. In addition, a deep penetration latex primer can still be used in wet areas. It is important to pay attention to the composition of the emulsion, which may vary.
Benefits of latex primer
Latex-based emulsions offer unique results, especially when used on uneven surfaces. Among the main advantages of latexPriming solutions are distinguished as follows:
- Contains no harmful substances that harm human he alth or damage the environment.
- Increase the protective properties of walls, give finishing materials high resistance to moisture.
- The emulsion dries fairly quickly.
- Intensifies adhesion to different wall bases.
- Increases resistance to mold, fungus, etc.
Preparing the base
Before a latex-based primer is applied, the surface of the base must be prepared. Required Tools:
- Wide brush.
- Thread or fur roller.
- Special trough for soil.
- Rag.
To prepare the base, it is necessary to remove all dust, mold, grease stains, construction dirt from it. If necessary, the base surface is treated with a special antiseptic. After the preparation procedure, the wall should dry well. If cracks are noticed on the wall, then first they are embroidered, after which they are sealed with special mixtures or plaster.
Applying primer
If the room is furnished, then all items must be covered with plastic wrap, also protecting all other surfaces, such as floors, because primer stains are quite difficult to remove. In addition, it is important to protect the eyes, head and skin when working with building material. Goggles, a hat and thick work clothes are fine for this.
Important! Conductwork is necessary at an ambient temperature of at least +10 ° C and at an air humidity of not more than 75-80%.
The solution is poured into a pallet, after which the necessary areas are treated with a roller. You can also use a brush to prime hard-to-reach places. Experts recommend applying the primer to the base in two layers, so that the surface is completely saturated with the primer mixture. Each subsequent layer of emulsion is applied after the previous layer has dried. If the mortar comes into contact with the skin or eyes, rinse them immediately with clean tap water.
Lahta soil
Latex primer "Lakhta" is a one-component emulsion that has a milky white color. The primer can be used both diluted and concentrated. The proportions of dilution directly depend on the nature of the treated surface and the purpose of the work. Using this primer, it is allowed to process such bases: concrete, iron, gas and foam concrete, brick, gypsum stone, wood.
Builders note the following advantages of the material:
- Decrease in the ability of the substrate to absorb moisture from the environment.
- Strengthening the surface of the material.
- Improving the adhesion of waterproofing, repair and finishing materials to the base.
Snowball soil
Solution for priming "Snezhka Soil" is a mixture of pigments and fillers, latex resin with the addition of auxiliaryfunds.
The use of Snezhka Soil emulsion significantly reduces the cost of repair and construction work, since to achieve the expected effect it is enough to apply only one layer of primer, after which finishing and decorative coatings are already applied.
Ground solution is used for single-layer treatment of cement, gypsum, wooden surfaces indoors. The emulsion should be applied in a thick layer, which allows you to get rid of uneven textures.
According to builders, it is clear that the latex primer significantly reduces the absorbing properties of the surface, therefore it is most often used for the first painting of plasterboard and surfaces after leveling (for example, using plaster).
TIKKURILA primer
This type of primer is characterized by excellent adhesion to clean and previously painted paints and acrylic surfaces. Matte acrylic-latex primer is used for the treatment of concrete, cardboard, plaster, putty, brick surfaces, as well as boards made of wood chips and wood fibers.
A universal type of acrylate-based primer contains additives that protect the paintwork from mold.
Grida soil
Grida Deep Penetration Acrylic Latex Primer is used to reinforce highly absorbent substrates and to prepare the surface for the application of finishing or decorative materials. According to consumer feedback, Grida primer reduces the consumption of top coats and improves adhesion.
The primer can be applied on the following substrates: brick, plastered surfaces, drywall, wood, cement, concrete, etc. Benefits of Grida primer:
- The primer has an antiseptic effect.
- Consumable material is used for outdoor and indoor work.
- The primer is great for treating different types of surfaces.
- The emulsion is environmentally friendly for human he alth and the environment.
Ease of use, versatility, and fast drying properties make latex primers popular with the general public and professional builders. However, it should be remembered that when working with soil, it is required to follow both the instructions for its use and the priming technology.
