What is wood stain?
The most widely used types of wood in Russia are spruce, pine, and larch. But not everyone likes their shades. Surfaces made of mahogany, oak, yew, cherry or merbau look much richer and more luxurious. But such materials are much more expensive than the cost of pine or spruce. Therefore, you can repaint common wood with stain.
There are stains based on water, alcohol, oil, acrylic, wax.
Water based
A huge assortment of shades is on sale. They are easy to apply. But they do not protect wood from moisture, therefore they are advised to use only for work inside rooms.
Alcohol based
A large assortment of flowers is also sold. They dry out instantly, this is attributed to their minus, since the wood as a result does not stain evenly. Therefore, it is best to paint the wood with a spray gun.
Oil based
It is advised to use it for outdoor work, the mixtures perfectly protect from water. They dry quickly and are applied with a brush. If the material is very thick, then it is diluted with white spirit.
Acrylic based
After their application, a film appears on the base. It protects against ultraviolet radiation, is resistant to water. A huge assortment of shades is on sale. True, they are expensive.
Wax based
They are environmentally friendly, they can process wood in living rooms, baths, saunas.
True, a small assortment of flowers is sold.
The composition perfectly seeps into the wood, perfectly protects against increased moisture. But it is expensive.
What is impregnation for concrete, bricks, wood?
Impregnations are not stains, primers and antiseptics.
Views by function
1. Protecting from water.
They are used in rooms with high humidity or outdoors. They also protect wood from low temperatures.
2. Biocidal.
Protect wood from insects, fungi, mold.
Types by color
Compositions are sold without color or coloring in some shade.
Types by the main substance
- 1. Water based.
- 2. Solvent based.
Types of impregnation by base material
For concrete
Concrete can also collapse from water, a negative atmosphere. Impregnations are liquid products that seep into concrete, fill cracks and micropores.
They are subdivided into:
1. Strengthening.
They penetrate deep into the surface. As a result, no dust appears, the concrete does not exfoliate. They add substances that increase strength and resistance to wear. They are easy to use. They can strengthen the structure of stone, brick, gypsum, plaster.
2. Dedusting.
Suitable for processing concrete in industrial and warehouse buildings, shopping centers and residential buildings. They can be applied before painting with plaster, paint, before coating with polymers. They protect against the appearance of dust, damage, and enhance wear resistance.
3. Water repellent.
They seep into concrete, repel water. They prevent cracks and efflorescence from appearing, protect the material from an unfavorable atmosphere, from the appearance of fungi and mold, and extend the service life. They increase heat insulation and resistance to low temperatures.
How to apply impregnation to concrete?
First, dust and dirt should be removed from the concrete, dried. If the wall has just been built, then they wait 14 days. Next, you need to dry the cracks and chips. When using impregnation, the temperature should be + 5... + 40 degrees. Gloves, mask, suit should be worn. The room must be ventilated. After applying the composition, wait 10-12 hours.
Impregnation for wood
Surface protection of wood is formed by biocidal and antipyrene impregnation.
Deep impregnation is more effective, the composition penetrates deep into the pores. The wood is deeply impregnated in production workshops, where the compounds penetrate under pressure into the capillaries of the tree.
Impregnation types depending on functions
Fire retardants.
Protect material from burning and smoldering.
Biocides.
Perfectly protect material from fungi, mold, insects.
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