Exposed raw materials walls, such as cement exposed wall and brick exposed wall is making a certain trend of its own. Unfinished material look could create a simple and natural room appearance. With the correct application technique, exposed cement wall could last for a long time and remains interesting even after a long period of time. In order to achieve the best exposed cement wall as a result, make sure to follow these useful tips when applying finishing plaster on your wall.
1. Pay Close Attention to Wall Plaster Condition
The state of the wall prior to plastering could affect plaster quality. Therefore, do not forget to properly evaluate to the wall condition first before applying plaster on it. To prevent excessive plaster use, only apply finishing plaster on smooth wall surface. If there are holes on the wall, fill in the holes first before layering the wall using finishing plaster.
2. Set a Time Interval Before Applying Finishing Plaster
A decent time interval between plastering and finishing process is required for setting the plaster. Insufficient time interval between plastering and finishing process could increase the risk of wall cracking. The ideal time interval is about two to three weeks.
3. Make Sure That the Wall is Damp
Wet the wall before applying finishing plaster. This will prevent early drying from happening to the plaster. Finishing plaster that is too dry could result in a tender plaster layer and dusty wall surface upon completion.
4. Check the Thickness of Finishing Plaster
Make sure that you are applying an average amount of finishing plaster so that they are spread neither too thin nor thick. The ideal thickness of finishing plaster is around 1-3 mm. Early drying could happen to layers that are less than 1 mm thick, and layers with more than 3 mm thickness will need to be separated into two layers and applied one by one to dry completely.
5. Ensure the Quality of Finishing Plaster
For a stronger and more durable finishing plaster result, do not forget to use premium quality cement, such as Semen Merah Putih. The pozzolan material contained in Semen Merah Putih could help give a stronger, more durable result, even in salt and sulfate-rich environment.
Even though it appears to be quite simple, the process of applying finishing plaster on walls is not as easy as it seems. A few missteps in the application technique could cause some problems, such as cracking and increased possibility of dusty wall surface as mentioned before. Following the tips described above could help you achieve a stronger, smoother, and more durable finishing plaster result.
