Stucco for concrete in a modern interior

Concrete plaster is a rather popular and unusual variant of exterior and interior decoration. This coating looks simple and stylish at the same time. The plaster under the concrete looks great in a modern interior, especially in such styles of room design as loft, hi-tech and minimalism.

Concrete plaster is not only an original and attractive coating, but also protects the wall from mechanical stress and wear. Concrete coating has good technical characteristics.

The main advantages of this mixture are as follows:

• Original appearance. In addition, concrete plaster goes well with many materials (wood, natural stone, brick).
• There is a variety of textures, shades and different reliefs of the coating.
• There are good indicators of moisture resistance and sound insulation. The material can be used for finishing walls in rooms with a high level of humidity.
• The coating creates an excellent imitation of the concrete wall. At first glance it is difficult to determine that the surface has been plastered.
• It is permissible to use the material for interior and exterior.
• Plaster after curing forms a high-strength coating.
• Ease of finishing work. For applying such plaster does not require any special construction skills.

With the help of plaster for concrete, you can create coatings of different relief and texture. Also, this material can be applied in layers of different thickness. Due to good ductility and density with the help of plaster for concrete, you can create separate decorative elements on the surface. The main disadvantage of this material is a long drying time.

Decorating decorative plaster under concrete looks no worse than lining expensive materials, such as granite or natural stone tiles. With this material you can create the effect of aged surface.

Decorative plaster with the effect of concrete is most often characterized by porosity. Apply this composition to the surface preferably in at least two layers. Using various techniques of applying the mixture, you can achieve interesting effects of coating different shades and textures.

Concrete plaster varies in composition, purpose, color and structure.

In terms of composition, they are:

• gypsum mixes;
• gypsum-lime;
• sand concrete;
• warm mixtures;
• mixtures with additional special additives;
• plaster with decorative properties.

Gypsum and gypsum-lime compositions are used mainly for interior decoration before applying a finishing decorative coating. Such mixtures have a white tint, which facilitates further finishing work. The solution is suitable for removing minor surface defects.

Peskobetonnye plaster helps to eliminate more serious irregularities and other surface defects. Sand concrete mixtures may have different additives, which will affect the properties of the finished solution. It is conditionally possible to divide the sand concrete material into three types: fine-grained, medium-grained and coarse-grained.Basically, such material is used for exterior finishing and plastering of basements.

Warm mixtures are produced in a dry form, but instead of sand in the composition have porous fillers. Porous components are the main components of this material and occupy most of it, which provides good insulation properties for plaster. Such material can be used for additional wall insulation.

In addition to the fact that warm mixtures can be used as a heater, this material has a decorative granular structure. Warm plaster can finish both internal and external walls.

The composition of a particular type of finishing material may include special additives that improve certain technical characteristics of the plaster. Such mixtures can provide a high level of sound insulation or heat insulation.

Mixes with a decorative effect are used for finishing. This surface does not need to be additionally covered with a decorative layer.

Decorative plaster composition is divided into two main types:

• micro-concrete based material;
• products based on microcement.

The composition of micro-concrete material includes cement, polymer additives, quartz chips and dyes. Such a solution has good ductility and high level of adhesion. The coating is resistant to sudden temperature changes, high humidity and chemicals. Synthetic detergents can be used to clean the surface.

Other advantages of this composition include:

• resistance to mechanical stress;
• fire resistance;
• does not absorb odors;
• wear resistance.

Micro cement mix is ​​made on the basis of cement and polymers. This solution can be used as a finishing coating, and as a finish before lining with other material. Micro-cement mixture falls on most types of surfaces and creates a good waterproof layer.

Consider the main advantages of this mixture:

• high density of the coating;
• moisture resistance;
• resistance to mechanical stress.

It is desirable to apply microcement to the surface in three layers: the first layer will serve as a kind of primer coating; the second is a decorative coating; outer layer is protective.

Decorative coating rarely completely imitates a concrete structure. Some manufacturers produce plaster mixes for concrete with certain fillers, which allows you to create interesting effects on the surface. In addition, colors can be added to conventional formulations, the color range of which is a multitude of shades of gray.

The following types of structural plaster for concrete are popular:

• A variation with a stone effect or mountain ridge relief.
• With gold leaf. Requires special skills when applied, because when finishing you need to manually cut a relief pattern on the surface.
• Plaster with metal inclusions. With this mixture you can get the effect of a rusty surface.

With the help of stencils or special application techniques, you can create various textured and embossed coatings. Micro-concrete coating is easily polished to a perfectly smooth state, the coating to the touch will resemble silk. Concrete plaster goes well with many materials: wood, metal, porcelain.Concrete coating perfectly complements such modern interior styles as loft, hi-tech, modern, industrial.

This material is most suitable for rooms with a large area and high ceilings. In small rooms with low ceilings, a coating with a concrete effect can visually reduce the space. In a small room, it is permissible to veneer one wall with this material, while creating an accent on it.

It is possible to finish with plaster under concrete not only walls, but also ceilings. When facing the ceiling, it is desirable to alternate the concrete pavement with other materials. At first glance, concrete surfaces seem rather coarse. However, with the help of concrete pavement, you can create an atmosphere of comfort, if you combine it with natural wood in the interior.

Concrete surfaces are perfectly combined with furniture and decorative elements of bright colors. Creating an emphasis on certain areas of the surface with the help of lighting devices, you can favorably emphasize the texture of the coating under the concrete.

Micro-cement compositions can be applied to a variety of materials: metal, wood, plastic, ceramics,and not only on vertical, but also horizontal surfaces. Such properties significantly expand the scope of application of this mixture.

Many manufacturers of finishing materials are in the range of coatings for concrete. The line of such products from different companies may vary in quality, color and material properties.

The products of the famous Italian manufacturer San Marco are sold on the territory of Russia by the company “Paints of Venice”. San Marco produces a wide range of decorative paints and plasters for exterior and interior decoration. The materials of this company are of high quality and environmental friendliness. All products are made only from natural ingredients without the use of toxic substances.

The line of plaster for concrete is also distinguished by a large assortment of coatings with various effects. In addition, each individual type of product, whether it is concrete with rust elements or with the effect of artificial aging, is available in several shades at once.

The French company Cravel is a leader in the production and sale of decorative materials throughout the world.In addition to decorative coatings, the company offers a wide range of volumetric stencils to create interesting patterns and patterns on the surface.

The line of plaster for concrete company Cravel is called "Loft-Concrete." This product is water based. The structure differs in ease in drawing, high quality and lack of a smell.

Other benefits of Cravel plaster include:

• good level of sound insulation;
• high insulation performance;
• a wide range of material of various shades and decorative effects.

The German company Derufa produces materials for decorative finishes based on innovative technologies and its own developments. The range of the company is constantly updated with new products. This is due to the high rate of introduction of new materials.

The line of decorative coatings for concrete company Derufa is called Calcestruzzo. The material can be used to align the walls and create minor reliefs on the surface.

The following advantages of the materials produced in the Calcestruzzo line can be distinguished:

• Environmental friendliness. The mixture does not include toxic substances and solvents.
• Good vapor permeability.
• High ductility. Plaster does not spread when applied.

• Concrete plaster is well suited for the design in the loft style studio type apartments with high linen.
• The walls and partitions with the effect of rusty concrete in the interior, made in cold shades.
• Concrete pavement can be used not only in rough minimalist styles. With this material you can also create a cozy atmosphere.

• With the help of special stencils, the coating for concrete is decorated with various patterns or patterns.
• Concrete pavement in the modern interior is perfectly combined with brick tiles.

Even more options for plaster under the concrete in the interior, see the following video.