Vetonit LR (50 photos): technical characteristics and consumption per 1 m2, Plus mixture with a volume of 25 kg

Application methods

The plaster can be applied manually or mechanically. In the first case, it is collected on a trowel in portions and stretched over the surface, using a rule, as well as a trowel. This option is especially relevant if the customer uses plaster as a decorative coating. In this way, you can mix different shades of the mixture with each other, making the base look like marble. However, their overall thickness should be kept to a minimum.

The second method is convenient in that it allows you to complete the work in a short time. To do this, you can use a sprayer with a large nozzle, some craftsmen manage to apply such a putty with a home-made construction hopper bucket. The bucket is emptied in seconds, and the compound can cover an entire room in a short time. The mass is stretched over the surface by the rule. This method is convenient when a large amount of work is planned.

Selection Tips

According to experts, all Vetonit products have two important qualities: they are very convenient and problem-free to apply to the surface, and the preparation of the finished mixture takes a matter of minutes.

True, it is necessary to take into account useful tips when working with the material:

It is important to remember that the rest of the mixture should never be poured into the sink or toilet.
Before processing with putty, the surface of the walls or ceiling must be thoroughly dried.
For a basement or bathroom, you should choose only Vetonit TT packaging, as it is versatile and not afraid of moisture, moreover, it is made on a cement basis. Such a composition must be mixed with water in a proportion of 25 kg per 6 liters of water.
The surface to be treated must be clean, free from stains and dust, and if it is very dry, then it should be moistened.
The minimum layer of the mixture to be applied is 0.5 mm, the maximum - 0.7 mm.
It is necessary to putty the surface with "Vetonit" on an adhesive base when everything is already dry, and only then to glue the wallpaper.

You will learn how to putty the walls on your own in the following video.

Instructions for use

In order for the leveler to be a good base for the finishing material, the technology is performed according to all the rules. The instruction consists of several step-by-step points.

Preparation

Initially, the base is examined. It is cleaned of debris, dust and dirt. They remove all objects from the room, sweep the floor. To prevent dust from settling on the walls and ceiling material, it is better to use an industrial-type vacuum cleaner.

A few hours before leveling, the surface must be treated with a primer. You can use Vetonit MD16 or Prim Multi primer. You can apply the primer with a brush, although it is more convenient to use a roller.

Preparation

When preparing the working solution, it should be taken into account that the manufacturer's data are approximate. Sometimes, instead of 3.5 liters, 2.8-2.9 liters of water are consumed per bag of dry mix. Water is poured into a clean container and the powder composition is poured into it (not vice versa). The mixture is stirred until a homogeneous mass is formed. For this, a construction mixer is used.

It is worth considering that the more you stir, the shorter its life will be. This rule applies to all plaster and leveling mixtures. If there is a lot of water, this will cause cracks during drying and operation, while the strength of the solution decreases, which will affect the service life. It is undesirable to work with the composition after a certain period of time.

Alignment

Before starting installation work, close windows and doors - no drafts should be allowed during work and when Vetonit 5000 dries.To carry out the installation correctly and efficiently, turn off the heating of the "warm floor" two days before leveling. The prepared solution is spread on the floor surface and immediately stretched. The thickness of the layer depends on the available height difference. In order for the surface to be flawlessly even, it is trimmed with a rule, and, if necessary, sanded with a special float.

Seams

There are times when a quick-drying mixture is used under a tile without additional leveling. In this case, expansion joints are made on the surface after a few hours. This can be done when the surface has hardened and walking on the coating is allowed.

If the seams were originally on the old base, then they can be transferred. If they are absent, it is necessary to cut squares with a side of 6 m along the edges. The seam depth should, on average, be 1/3 of the thickness of the used screed.

Finish coating

If you plan to put tiles or porcelain stoneware on top, the joints must be filled with a special sealant for expansion joints. Waterproofing must be done before flooring. When you plan to lay a thin-layer floor covering, for example, linoleum, you can start work in a day from the moment you apply the leveling agent. The same applies to the self-leveling floor. Ignoring the drying time will lead to shrinkage and deformation of the leveling compound.

Specifications

The putty is available in the form of a dry powder, packaged in 5, 20 or 25 kilograms. The containers are three-layer bags, the middle layer of which is made of polyethylene, and the outer and inner layers are made of paper. It is also possible to release in the form of a paste in plastic trays of 10-12 liters.
The binder can be one of the following: limestone, gypsum, glue or cement. The shade of the finished coating corresponds to the color of the mixture itself when dry. It can be with a predominance of white, gray or yellow pigment.

Fine-grained mixture, powder grain size - 0.3-0.5 mm in dry mixture and no more than 0.06 mm in pasty.
The air temperature when working with the mixture should range from +5 to +25 for conventional formulations and at least -10 degrees for special frost-resistant ones.
For 1 square meter, 1.2-1.4 kg of dry mix will be required to create a 1 mm thick coating layer. Grouting is more economical, only 100-200 grams per 1 m2 of surface is needed. 1 kg of the mixture will require about 300-350 ml of water.
The diluted putty should be used within 1.5-2 hours. If the composition contains polymers, then the time increases to 12-24 hours. Re-dilution of the frozen mixture is not recommended. The applied putty hardens in 3 hours, and dries completely and is ready for further processing in at least a day.

The technical characteristics of the Vetonit brand plaster are in many ways similar to the characteristics of the putty.

The plaster is also packed in paper bags of 5, 20 and 25 kilograms. Decorative types of mortar can be sold in plastic trays of 15 kg.
Cement acts as an astringent, due to which the color of the finished coating is obtained with a gray tint.
The size of the fraction of dry matter is not more than 1 mm for simple plaster and from 1.5 to 4 mm for decorative.

The solution is applied at an air temperature of +5 to +30 degrees using ordinary plaster. When buying a special frost-resistant mixture, the temperature can drop to -10 degrees.
To apply a layer of 1 mm on an area of 1 square meter, you need to take from 1.2 to 2.4 kg of dry powder. Water consumption per 1 kg of plaster powder is from 200 to 300 ml, depending on the recommendations on the package.
It is necessary to use the plaster within 2-3 hours, and one layer of it 2-10 mm thick dries completely within 2 days.
The coefficient of adhesion to concrete is 0.5 MPa, and the load that the coating can withstand is 6-8 MPa.
Vetonit plaster is stored for a year, provided that the original packaging is intact.

The technical parameters of the self-leveling mixture for laying on the floor also differ little from other mixtures.

The Vetonit self-leveling floor is available in large paper bags of 5 and 25 kilograms.
The middle layer of the package, like the putty, is made of polyethylene.
The binder is a special cement that causes the finished coating to have a gray tint.
Powder particles ranging in size from 0.6 mm to 3 mm allow a finished layer thickness from 1 mm to 250 mm.
Consumption of dry mix when applied with a layer of 1 mm is 1.4-1.8 kg per square meter. To prepare plaster for 1 kg of dry powder, 200-300 ml of water is required.
The allowed temperature for working with the mixture is from + 10 to + 25 degrees.
The prepared solution should be immediately applied to the surface, as it begins to harden within 15-20 minutes. The time for complete drying is 2 - 3 hours, and one hour after application to the floor, you can walk on the coating.
Shrinkage of the hardened mortar by 0.5 mm / m is possible.
The coefficient of adhesion of the composition to concrete is 1 MPa, and the permissible load on the surface is up to 30 MPa.
Unpacked containers allow storing the plaster for 6-12 months in a dry room.

Features of using putty

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Finishing putty Vetonit is applied with special equipment, or with a simple spatula of a convenient size. The procedure for working with this type of mixture is described below.

The first step is to remove the old coating, if any, or just clean the wall to remove grease stains, paint, wallpaper remnants. The surface is also washed and dried.
Irregularities must be marked. You can use a pencil for this. This makes it easier to spot areas that need special attention while working.
Then the wall is putty with a simple putty. All chips, cracks, gouges and other imperfections are leveled. The wall is drying out.
Apply Vetonit finishing putty in a very thin layer. Due to the high quality of the product, this is not difficult to do if there is practice.
After the finishing layer has dried, they are passed with an abrasive, then everything is polished.
To make the corners even, they are additionally processed with a spatula.

The average consumption of this putty is 5 kg of the mixture per 5 square meters of area, but this indicator may differ for different species.

Instructions for use

In order to avoid problems, you need to follow simple guidelines.

Prepare the surface for the self-leveling floor. Thoroughly clean the concrete from coarse debris with a vacuum cleaner, and also sand the base and treat it with a dispersing agent. This is necessary in order to completely clean the surface from the remnants of glue, paint, oil and other foreign substances.

It is also important that there are no cracks or crevices on the floor so that the material does not leak.

Prime the base. Use a soft brush for this.

After completing the primer, wait at least two hours for the composition to dry completely. It is advisable to prime the surface in two layers, so less leveling compound will be needed.

Prepare leveling compound. Prepare a clean, suitable container, water, and a drill in advance. The optimal amount of water is indicated on the Vetonit 4100 packaging.
Apply the mixture. Use the fill as soon as you have prepared it. Pour the solution in strips no more than forty centimeters wide.
Wait for the base to dry. This will take at least three days. Ideally, five days.
Sand the surface (if necessary). It is only necessary to trim the base slightly, as the screed itself forms a smooth surface.

Safety engineering

Contact with exposed areas of the body should be avoided.Wear protective gloves when working. If the solution gets on the mucous membranes, immediately rinse them with plenty of clean water. If persistent persistent irritation is observed, seek medical attention.

Vetonit KR putty has mostly positive reviews from craftsmen and buyers. As a negative property, many note a very unpleasant and persistent odor that lasts for some time in the room after work. However, finishing specialists claim that a specific smell is characteristic of all organic-based mixtures. In most cases, with regular ventilation of the room, it disappears within a few days after the applied layer of putty has hardened.

For information on how to properly level the walls, see the video below.

Peculiarities

The company produces powdery building mixtures, which are widely used in decoration and construction. The most popular are the finishing putty and screed of this brand, as well as tile adhesive. In our country, there is an industry division of the international group of companies Saint-Gobain called Weber-Vetonit, which represents dry mixes of the Vetonit brand on the domestic market.

Putty

The mixture is used at the stage of final leveling of various surfaces. The quality and general appearance of the finished work depends on the correct application. Vetonit putty is designed to fill cracks and crevices and create a perfect surface after basic work.

Depending on the composition, there are three types of such a mixture: gypsum, polymer and cement. They can be applied both on ordinary concrete or brick, and on drywall and even on painted walls, both inside and outside the room. And on the putty itself, it is allowed to apply any decorating coatings - tiles, wallpaper, various paints and decorative plasters.

The advantages of Vetonit products are the versatility and environmental friendliness of the putty. Created from components that are safe for both nature and humans, it can even be used for decoration in the pool room. The powder particles of such a mixture are so small that the finished putty layer has an almost mirror-like smoothness. It is resistant to aggressive weather conditions such as frost or hail, therefore it is suitable for facade decoration and can be applied even at sub-zero temperatures.

Plaster

On the domestic markets, there are several types of dry plaster from the Vetonit company, which are supplied both from abroad, for example, Finnish mixtures, and are made directly at Russian factories. As a rule, these are cement mixtures with sand or limestone and additional components in the composition in the form of various microfibers.

One of the advantages of Vetonit dry mix is the ability to apply to almost any surface, from concrete and brick to ceramics and plaster. Subsequent finishing is also possible with most of the known coatings - wallpaper, tiles, putty and even glass decorative plates. The plaster is waterproof and not subject to deformation in frost, which makes it possible to use it for exterior decoration of facades and rooms with high humidity. It adheres perfectly to most surfaces and hardens without shrinkage.

Self-leveling floors

The self-leveling Vetonit mortars, used as screeds, make it possible to create an ideal self-leveling floor with a thickness of 1 to 250 mm in one pass. The mortar is suitable for the renovation and decoration of both new residential and office premises, as well as buildings with a long service life.

The advantage of the brand is its high compressive strength, which allows the coating to withstand significant loads. Additional internal regulation will further strengthen this indicator.The self-leveling floor can be covered with even very thin finishing materials or left without finishing at all, since it has a smooth surface and does not require sanding.

The mixture quickly gains strength, which implies the ability to walk on such a floor within two to three hours after laying. It can be poured even over wood or ceramics due to the presence of special polymers in the composition.

Tips & Tricks

In general, work with dry building mixes Vetonit is carried out according to the same algorithm as work with mixes from other manufacturers. The instructions for creating a solution are always indicated on the manufacturer's packaging and is the best option for its preparation.

Putty of this brand can be applied to the work surface both with the help of special mechanisms and installations, and manually, using a rule and a spatula.
The surface must be pre-prepared - free from old finishes, dirt and dust. It must be dry, free from oil or grease stains, and sufficiently firm.
There should be no drafts in the room being finished, so it is better to close windows and doors.
The mixture does not have harmful vapors or strong odors, so working even in a completely closed room will not cause any deterioration in well-being.

In order to prepare the mixture according to the instructions on the package, it is best to choose a plastic container. The water into which the powder is gradually poured should be at room temperature 20 - 25 degrees. Do not change the sequence and pour water into the powder, as this can lead to the mixture becoming too liquid, and there will be no excess powder left to correct the error.

The resulting solution must be thoroughly mixed with a drill with a special nozzle or mixer for 5 minutes and let it brew for 5-10 minutes. After that, the solution is mixed again and set to work.

Vetonit plaster

When working with plaster, the surface cleaned of dust, old coating and dirt, if necessary, is additionally reinforced with a special mesh. Grease and oil stains are removed, irregularities are putty. If the surface of the wall or ceiling is concrete, then a primer must be applied to them in front of the plaster in two layers so that the concrete does not draw moisture from the applied solution.
Dry powder is added to warm (20 - 25 degrees) water and stirred with a drill or mixer. In order to increase the adhesion coefficient of the plaster, 10% of the water in the solution can be replaced with a liquid primer. Stir the plaster until all the lumps disappear. It is not necessary to insist on such a solution, otherwise it will immediately begin to harden. In the process of working with plaster, you should not add water to the solution; stir it without adding liquid.

Self-leveling floor

The prepared surface is best treated with a primer of the same brand. If the floor is applied in several layers, then each of them is primed after drying. Such processing will avoid the appearance of air bubbles inside the frozen solution and will improve the adhesion of the self-leveling floor to the base. A solution is prepared in a plastic container or a special silicone container. Pour dry powder into warm water and stir the solution with a drill or mixer.
The prepared solution should not be left "to infuse", you should use it immediately. Filling is done manually or using special installations in separate strips with a width of 30 to 50 centimeters, starting from the corner. The solution poured onto the base is leveled with a metal spatula. To release random air bubbles from the solution, you can roll a needle roller over an uncured surface.

According to the reviews of real buyers, the products of the Vetonit trademark, at a fairly affordable price, are superior in quality to many analogues in the domestic market.Dry mixes allow you to quickly and easily solve repair and construction issues both in small private apartments and in huge warehouse and industrial premises.

The assortment of goods is so wide that you can choose the material to work in any weather conditions, with any bases and decoration. The ease of use of Vetonit mixtures allows not only professionals to work with them, but also those who are undertaking repairs in their own home for the first time.

In the following video, Vetonit presents a complete solution for the perfect wall in a living room or bedroom.

Advantages and disadvantages

As with other plastering materials for finishing floors, Vetonit LR putty has its pros and cons.

It is created on modern equipment using new technologies, which increases the quality and performance of the material.
It is easy to use. It is not difficult to apply the material to the floors, the mass does not stick to the trowel and does not fall off from the base during operation.
With a small thickness of the applied layer, it trims the base, smoothing out minor irregularities of the starting level.
Environmental friendliness is inherent in the material. The composition is harmless to health, the coating will not emit toxic substances during operation.

Fine-grained mixture. Due to this, it is uniform, has a pleasant texture and smoothness of the finished coating.
In some cases, with sufficient work experience, it does not need to be additionally sanded.
It is economical. At the same time, due to the powder form, it practically does not form an overrun. Portions can be diluted in portions to eliminate excess mixture.
The composition has a long life cycle. After preparation, it is suitable for work during the day, which allows the master to complete the finishing without haste.

The material has noise and heat insulation properties, despite the thin layer of application.
It is suitable for further finishing surfaces for painting or wallpapering.
The mixture is available to the buyer. It can be bought at any hardware store, while the cost of finishing putty will not hit the buyer's budget due to its economy.

In addition to the advantages, this material also has disadvantages. For example, Vetonit LR putty must not be re-diluted. From this, it loses its properties, which can negatively affect the quality of work.

In addition, it is important to take into account the storage conditions of the dry mix. If it is in a room with high humidity, it will become damp, which will make the composition unsuitable for work.

Vetonit LR is picky about the substrate. The putty will simply not adhere to surfaces that are not properly prepared. On the vastness of the World Wide Web, you can find reviews talking about poor adhesion. However, few of the online commentators describe the preliminary preparation, considering it a useless stage, a waste of time and money. They also ignore the fact that there should be no drafts in the room during work.

In addition, they exceed the application layer, believing that the mixture will withstand everything. As a result, such a coating turns out to be short-lived.

A prerequisite that the manufacturer pays attention to is the compliance of the characteristics of the material with the construction work. This mixture does not level the base, it does not mask serious defects, which novices in the field of repair and decoration do not think about.

If the rules of preparation are not followed, difficulties may arise in further work with such a basis. For example, according to the opinions of the masters, when trying to paste wallpaper, the canvas can be partially removed with putty. It is necessary to enhance adhesion, even if the base looks good, and the overlap is made according to all the rules of construction and does not have a porous structure with crumbling. Sometimes an ordinary buyer with a limited budget may not like the price of a large bag (about 600-650 rudders), which forces him to look for cheaper analogs on the market.

Scope of application

The manufacturing company offers modern customers whole complex solutions in the field of construction: from starting and finishing walls to thermal insulation of facades.

Most of the mixtures are made on the basis of polymer components that are ready-made binders. After the putty is applied to the wall or ceiling, it hardens, after which you can glue wallpaper on it or simply paint the surface.

Depending on which filler is chosen: for dry rooms or rooms with high humidity, Vetonit will provide an ideal appearance of the treated surfaces. Once the walls have dried, they can be finished with tiles, glass or plastic.

Putty is also used for high-quality sealing of gypsum plasterboards, on the surface of which, after that, cracks are excluded.

After the process of filling the walls is completed, an unpleasant odor may appear in the room. However, it will wear off immediately after the mixture is dry. This feature is inherent in many materials for construction work.

If the gypsum plaster "Vetonit" is used, then after the work performed, you can apply a putty on it - a high-quality mixture will extend its service life. Choosing a moisture-resistant mixture marked VH on the package for work in wet rooms (in the bathroom, in the kitchen or in the pool), you do not have to worry - it is not afraid of a humid environment. That is why such a composition is often used in the processing of warehouses and the facade of the building.

Such special mixtures as "Vetonit TT" are also used on surfaces consisting of ceramic bricks or aerated concrete. Such a putty is frost-resistant, neither mold nor fungus will appear on it, which is very important in regions where a cold and humid climate prevails.

Helpful hints

So that there are no problems in working with the putty, you can take into account the main nuances of preparation and application tricks.

Usually, preparation according to all the rules looks like this:

the room is freed from furniture;
carry out a visual inspection of the coating;
I remove the old coating, grease, oil stains;
dust from the surface is removed with a semi-dry sponge;
after drying, the base is treated with a primer.

These are the basic steps for base material.

At this stage, it is important to choose the right primer, since the leveling of the floor structure and the level of adhesion of all layers will depend on it. A primer is needed so that the starting and then the finishing material does not fall off the walls or ceiling

The base is treated with soil with a higher penetrating ability. This will make the structure of the walls uniform.

The primer will bind dust particles and microcracks. It is applied with a roller on the main part of the floors and with a flat brush in corners and hard-to-reach places. The application should be uniform, since when the primer dries, a crystal lattice will form on the surface, which enhances adhesion. After the primer has dried, the surface is leveled with starting material. If necessary, it is trimmed after drying and then re-primed. Now for bonding the starting and finishing layers.

For example, to prevent the putty from sticking to the trowel, you should not use a wooden spatula. It will absorb moisture, and with it, the mixture itself will be retained on the working canvas. If the area of the room is small, you can try a 30 cm wide metal spatula or a two-handed tool. The mixture should not be applied to damp floors. You need to dry the wall (ceiling).

Antiseptic treatment is also important. For example, to exclude the formation of mold and mildew on the surface of the wall or ceiling being trimmed, the floors can be initially treated with a special compound

In addition, in the process of work, it is important to observe the temperature conditions in the room. If the plaster mixture is applied in several layers, it is important that their thickness is minimal.

If the surface is being polished, you need to wipe off the dust every time, which is easier to do with a semi-dry sponge. It will not scratch the finished surface

When applying each new layer, it is important to wait until the previous one is completely dry. The ironer is also used in the case of decorative application, and even relief

In this case, the pressure on the tool should be minimal.

For a comparative review of Vetonit LR finishing putties with other manufacturers, see the following video.