Introduction to Plaster
Publish:2024-12-04 Click:48

Introduction to Plaster

      Plaster is a commonly used building material for wall decoration. Plaster powder serves two purposes when decorating walls: one is to fill gaps in wall surfaces, and the other is to create a refined finish. These two uses require different types of plaster powder and different application methods.

Plaster is made from plaster of Paris as the basic material and polymer materials as the binding agent, combined with inorganic fillers through dry mixing. It is a new type of improved interior wall finishing material, which changes the traditional habit of using cement-based binding materials and ensures good compatibility and adhesion with various base walls. The quality of plaster application directly influences the safety, usability, and reliability of the building structure.

Note:

1. Choose an appropriate trowel; the size of the trowel should be proportional to the width and thickness of the plaster line being produced. Wider and thicker lines require more plaster powder, hence a larger trowel should be used. Add clean water to the trowel and then add in plaster.

2. Pour the mixed plaster into the mold, quickly rotate the mold to evenly coat the plaster, until it stops flowing out of the mold.

3. Demolding: Once the plaster is dry, place the plaster item on a flat surface, remove the clamps first, then gently peel away the mold from the bottom. (When demolding, ensure your hands face inward towards the mold; if there are hard-to-demold areas, pour some warm water on the outer surface of the mold to soften it before demolding).

4. Sealing the base: Find a sheet of glass, ceramic tile or marble slab to prepare. Pour the prepared plaster into the mold, quickly cover the bottom with the board, then stand it upright. After 5-10 minutes, remove the glass tile or marble slab, and then remove the remaining plaster.


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