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Warming wooden houses

Caulker:

The main problem of wooden houses made of logs is improper insulation interventional joints of logs and seams. In this case, they are blown through, and at the same time it becomes very cold in the house.

Caulking is a way of warming a log house, which has already become traditional, for example, when building a turnkey bath from a log. This method was known not only to our great-grandfathers, but much earlier, when most houses were made of wood. Then people also sought to maintain heat in their homes, and therefore needed insulation. wooden house.

Caulking of a wooden house is a sealing of joints and gaps between logs. When performing work, tow, jute insulation, flax and moss are used, they are hammered between logs and in cracks using special devices. This type of work is usually carried out 1-2 years after the complete shrinkage of the logs, not earlier. A fibrous material is laid across the grooves, which, using special spatulas, tightly clog all the cracks. During the compaction of the crowns, the fiber is periodically added to fill the space between the logs as tightly as possible. The execution of such work requires special attention, because in the end the height of the log house will increase by about 15 cm. And during natural shrinkage, caulking can shrink by 3-5% if the work is done poorly.

The work of caulking rounded logs is heavy handmade time consuming and requires patience. In the process of performing work, it must be taken into account that caulking, not performed simultaneously, can lead to a distortion of the entire structure. Therefore, the work must be performed consistently around the entire perimeter of the log house. The bottom groove is caulked first along the entire perimeter of the building, then the next row, after work they move to the third and so on. After the work is completed on outdoor decoration log house, you should systematically move to the inside. Such work should be performed by proven specialists who already have experience in performing such work and have a set of specialized tools.

Previously, caulking to fill gaps in a chopped wooden house was an unavoidable job. However, now she has found a great Alternative option- rounded log and interventional insulation. This modern material is made from jute and is able to save time, make work less laborious and less costly from a financial point of view. When performing work, interventional insulation is immediately laid in the grooves, and after complete laying, compaction work begins. As a result, jute fibers stick together and do not allow moisture and wind to penetrate inside the building. Usage interventional insulation allow in most cases to do without caulking, if during the construction process a rounded log of the correct geometry was used. For example, produced at our enterprise, located in the Kirov region.

Innovative technologies aimed at protecting and insulating a wooden house

"Finding new ways to protect your wooden house would not be so important if we did not do it so beautifully"

Warm seam for a wooden house- This new way insulation of wooden houses with the help of special sealants. As a result of insulation, your home will receive comprehensive protection from dampness, cold, drafts, rotting and mold.

The advantages of this modern technology:

• during the cold period of time, the temperature inside the house rises by an average of 10 ° C;
• intervents connections are hermetic and do not let through cold air;
• the appearance of your home will be transformed by even and neat seams;
• Heating costs will be reduced by up to 30%.

We use modern impregnations and sealants from Weatherall Company, Inc. (USA), which are designed specifically to create the so-called "warm seam" between the logs of the log house, at the same time, the crowns acquire a unique appearance for many decades.

It is undeniable that wood is one of the the best materials for building a house, however, wood is natural material, therefore, over time, it tends to undergo a number of structural changes. These features must be taken into account in without fail. Usage traditional ways for insulation of interventional seams and protection of a wooden house - a temporary measure, in addition, it is not very effective, short-term and quite costly. In addition, the entire caulking process will have to be repeated every 2-3 years, which makes this method even more costly. Wood is a material that in itself is an excellent heat insulator, and the sealant between the logs creates additional terms for normal heat exchange in the house, from the point of view of heat engineering, this material turns a wooden wall into a monogamous structure.

When it is recommended to insulate and seal the seams of a wooden house:

1. New construction. It is always easier and more convenient to produce everything necessary work for the insulation and sealing of the seams of a new house made of logs inexpensively even at the construction stage.
2. When the time has come for the periodic caulking of the log house, during which the rise of the house inevitably occurs. Such work is unacceptable in an already finished house, raising the house will increase the gaps in the window and doorways. You need to understand that caulking is a temporary measure that does not give the desired effect and requires regular repetition every 2-4 years.
3. Drafts and blowing cold air through cracks in the walls of a wooden house. This may be due to insufficiently tight fit of the logs or due to their deformation, it may also be a consequence of poor caulking or its absence at all. Drafts appear even after shrinkage of the house.
4. Cold. Due to the gaps, cracks and gaps in the logs, which may be present in the event of a poor-quality home assembly, it becomes impossible to maintain a suitable temperature regime in winter, also in this case, the owners spend huge amounts of money on heating, while heating, in fact, not the house, but the street.
5. High humidity. If violated natural circulation steam in the building, the air humidity can rise to uncomfortable and even dangerous levels. Dampness can cause various diseases, and mold or fungus may appear in the house, which will subsequently destroy wood and ceilings.
6. Ugly appearance. Tow can hang down and sometimes fall out of the seams due to the use of cheap fibrous materials.

The use of sealants provides a number of undeniable advantages over the use of traditional methods used for warming and insulating a wooden house:

1. The application of sealant to the seams is performed once and for all, periodically perform any repair work not required.
2. The acrylic membrane is moisture tight, but has excellent vapor permeability, which is similar to the characteristics of wood and does not prevent the movement of water vapor in the solid wall from the room to the outside. Such a sealant does not violate the unique microclimate inherent only in wooden houses, but at the same time creates an insurmountable barrier to moisture and dampness.
3. The sealant is heat-resistant, withstands the erection of extreme temperatures from -60 to +80°C.
4. Excellent elasticity characteristics, which will allow the warm seam to withstand heavy loads that appear when the log is deformed.
5. The sealant consists of 100% acrylic latex, which is an environmentally friendly material, absolutely harmless to people and environment.
6. The absence of any smell.
7. Accelerated installation process due to fast drying warm seam.
8. After applying the sealant, there is no need to carry out work on additional insulation wooden house made of logs. In winter, the air temperature in the room rises on average by 10-15°C after applying the sealant, which saves about 30-40% of the funds used for heating.
9. There are no "cold bridges" in the sealed wall. A special microclimate is created in the seam, which is closed with a sealing cord and sealant.
10. Improvement appearance a wooden house is another plus of sealants.

Despite the apparent simplicity, the sealant application process has a number of subtleties and features, ignorance or neglect of which, most likely, will negatively affect the quality of the final result. Installation of a warm seam must be trusted to professionals who have the required skills and experience, which will ensure that you get the desired result and quality work, as well as protect yourself from unplanned costs for reworking poor-quality work by unskilled specialists.

KrovMarket has a certificate for a full range of sealing and insulation of wooden house seams.

Wooden houses need insulation, which is achieved by eliminating gaps and gaps between logs or beams. Caulker can be produced with various traditional or modern materials. Before deciding which technology to use, you should carefully study the known pros and cons of all available today.

Traditional caulk

Long since as heat-insulating materials moss, tow, felt were used. This is an environmentally friendly plant material, moss, moreover, has strong antiseptic properties. Traditionally insulated houses retain heat well. natural remedies caulks provide good natural ventilation. The undoubted advantages include the rather low cost of the above materials. Currently, natural raw materials have been somewhat improved and are sold in large rolls. Despite all the advantages traditional caulking Unfortunately, it is not without its shortcomings. Many owners of houses insulated "the old fashioned way" complain that they constantly have to seal the seams, as the birds take away the tow and moss to build their homes. Some animals prefer to settle right in the "cozy place" - in the cracks. Rodents can build their nests there, and insects will destroy the insulation.

Sealing

Modern technologies have made it possible to create many excellent thermal insulation materials, which can be used to seal the gaps between the logs of wooden houses. They perfectly keep heat, practically do not collapse under the influence of aggressive environmental factors, and are durable. At traditional insulation slots needed special tools- caulks, due to the use of which unaesthetic chips can form on the logs. The use of modern sealants, applied carefully, in no way spoils the look of the home. Some complain that modern materials are quite expensive. But, as they say, a miser pays twice. It is enough to apply a high-quality sealant once, and warmth and comfort on long years secured, while caulking out natural materials will require constant updating. In addition, modern materials are not afraid of water, and in conditions of high humidity they do not start harmful microorganisms and fungi.

The most popular sealants

1. Perma-Chink. The product of an American company is considered to be of very high quality and therefore very expensive. It is completely environmentally friendly, because it does not contain toxic substances. Also this acrylic sealant does not harm the environment. The product is presented in a fairly wide range color scheme, so it can be easily matched to almost any type of wood. This type of modern material has shown itself to be resistant to adverse conditions environment and exposure to ultraviolet radiation. Even after many years, it practically does not burn out and does not collapse. It is recommended to use for wide seams (from 30 mm and more). A definite plus is that the company has developed a whole series of care products. wooden surfaces.

2.Check Mate. Very elastic, used to repair cracks in logs. It can only be used on completely dry wood. The peculiarity of the material is that when the crack begins to expand, the sealant is stretched, while maintaining the aesthetic appearance of the structure. Dries out in about 4-8 weeks.

3. Remmers Acryl 100. This acrylic rubber material has only a few colors, but its feature is excellent compatibility with different color systems. It quickly becomes invulnerable to rainfall and high humidity, the film begins to form already 15 minutes after application. Elasticity over 50%. It happens smooth and with granulate (the second option is to be stained). Produced in Germany, available in special convenient tubes.

4.Weatherall. Made from acrylic latex. It has good adhesion, that is, it does not come off the surface. It is often used not only for the initial application, but also for the repair of joints made of materials from other companies. Very elastic, has a wide range of colors.

5. Atacamast. domestic sealant. Sold in large buckets, which is not very good in terms of ease of application. A feature of the material can be called high vapor permeability. The pluses include the ability to work with wet walls. The film is formed an hour after application.

6. Accent. Also applies to domestic building materials. Vapor permeable. With such acrylic sealant You can work at a temperature not lower than - 15 degrees Celsius. There are several color options, can be dyed.

We are asked where to turn if interpanel seams flow:

The specialist of Assol LLC will try to answer these and other questions.

✎ how to fix cracks in the wall of a panel house
✎ technology for sealing internal seams in panel houses

✎ who should insulate the seams in panel house?
✎ foam sealing technology
✎ In what weather can panel joints be repaired?
✎ sealant for interpanel seams
✎ it overhaul interpanel seams or current?
✎ ways to insulate panel seams
✎ termination of interpanel and expansion joints price
✎ new seam insulation technologies
✎ how much foam is needed to seal the interpanel seams?
✎ how to properly insulate a balcony from the outside or from the inside
✎ seams are leaking in a panel house what to do
✎ when inspection of interpanel seams is carried out
✎ at what temperatures are interpanel seams made?
✎ photo of leaks when the seams in the house flow
✎ insulation of the joints of a panel house
✎ How to foam the joints of a panel house?

Your questions and answers

Maria

- As a result of poor-quality repairs of the interpanel seams of the house, there was a leak on the ceiling walls of the apartment, who should fix it and make repairs in the apartment, the owner or Management Company whose fault it happened

Answer

The management company is responsible for the maintenance of interpanel joints, therefore, it is necessary to demand repairs from the public utilities.

• Evelina 8 months ago

Very helpful video! I remembered how I was freezing this winter, every now and then I turned on heaters that burn oxygen, and the heat does not last as long as I would like. I thought it was all about the cold panel walls of my house. Now I understand that this problem can be solved by sealing interpanel seams in prefabricated houses. I am already thinking about this, because it is possible to make such sealing of the seams at least from the side of the apartment.

• Viktoriya Karpenko 8 months ago

• Elena Morozova 8 months ago

Yes panel houses constantly suffer from poorly insulated joints, which makes the house vulnerable to external temperature changes. The problem can be completely solved by a new way of insulating interpanel seams using the Warm Seam technology, which makes the house warmer and more comfortable. And of course, in this way you can save on utility bills.

• Oksana Dubokm 8 months ago

Our family lived in a panel house and I know firsthand what problems there are in such houses. Joints are the weakest link in a panel house. There is insulation of interpanel seams using the Warm Seam technology, the result is excellent. It immediately became noticeable how cozy and warm the apartment is, that's what modern technology means.

• Alexey Litvinov 8 months ago

Sealing interpanel seams in prefabricated houses is, of course, not simple task for a layman like me. AT high-rise building doing it on your own is almost impossible unless you are a climber or you have your own equipment for working at heights. You will also need special knowledge of what materials are best to perform such work. In my opinion, in order to save yourself from all these problems, you just need to entrust such a specific job to professionals. I made my choice in favor of Assol. I saw how they work, I really liked it.

• Elena Shcherbakova 8 months ago

• Sasha senchanko 8 months ago

Just a chic sealing of seams in a panel house from Assol. I used the services of this company and I can say that they did everything well and conscientiously. Plus, their prices are quite adequate, so I was satisfied with everything and I can safely recommend it myself, you won’t regret it)

• Natalia Lapteva 9 months ago

It is almost impossible to insulate the seams from the inside. Your apartment renovation won't really affect the weather. All work must be done outside - here you cannot avoid the involvement of professionals and, whatever one may say, climbers will be needed. It is better to cooperate with neighbors for such repairs - it will be cheaper and more reliable: it’s not a fact that a crack that is not sealed up above the floor during rains and frosts will not disperse even more, destroying all your repairs. So, the whole world is going to seal the interpanel seams in your panel houses, so to speak =) And the housing and communal services, at best, will make cosmetic repairs.

• Vitaly! 9 months ago

As a building contractor, I want to say that the insulation of interpanel seams using the Warm Seam technology from this company is the most advantageous in terms of price - quality - time execution!

For the first time I saw how sealing of seams is done in a panel house. In our house last year, a major overhaul was carried out, during which the seams were also sealed. Now the apartment is warm even in the most very coldy. Excellent and qualitative method insulation.

• Zamil Gaynutdinov 9 months ago

It is good that now they have begun to master such a method as sealing seams. Many problems can be left behind at once. The video clearly shows how experts competently insulate the apartment itself and seal the seams with minimal cost. I think this will be interesting to many and no one will refuse such a warm sealing of seams.

• Anatoly avd 9 months ago

In our time, when everything is becoming more expensive, saving heat is relevant. The technology for sealing joints in a panel house from Assol is useful to all management companies. It is necessary to spread this video more actively

• Anastasia Yakovleva 9 months ago

Really helpful video and not boring to watch. We also have an old house, it always blows through, especially in winter. Now, with the help of your videos, we will be able to close the seams in the panel house, providing heat inside the building. Thank you for your efforts!

• Alex Deym 9 months ago

Sealing joints in a panel house is a this moment a very urgent problem in any region of our country. And in our house, too, sealing of seams is required. I really liked your company, the work was done perfectly, we will cooperate with you. Thank you very much for the informative and understandable video.

• Andrey Tikhonovsky 9 months ago

It is very important in our time, when the buildings of houses are quite old. Sealing of seams in a panel house has long been required. Looking for many options. Sealing in a panel house from Assol a good option, as professionals work and do everything quickly and efficiently.

• Prof. Anatoly 9 months ago

A very useful video. The topic of sealing seams in a panel house is relevant at the present time, when it became necessary to save and keep warm.

This technology should be studied by all management companies

• Dimas Sokolov 10 months ago

Thank you for a very interesting video! I watched it with pleasure. Sealing joints in prefabricated houses is very important topic. By doing everything right, the house will remain warm. I'll take note

• Ivor Sovin 10 months ago

Weakness panel houses are joints. Over time, they break down. I have the same story. The house is more than 30 years old, urgently needs to seal the seams. But I don't want just for one or two years.

I specially watched all your videos on the channel, which shows the sealing of seams in a panel house. Nevertheless, this technology is the most correct and durable solution, I choose the “warm seam”.

• Alexander Byzov 10 months ago

Excellent video. Indeed, not only the work of climbers is shown in detail, but also the "Warm seam" technology itself. That would be useful for management companies...

• Andrew Solo 8 hours ago

Recently moved to newly built apartment house. It's just kind of creepy! It blows from the windows, the walls freeze through, the wind blows in the connection between the panel and the stove. How is it possible to build at all! A friend recommended your company. He says that the sealing of interpanel seams using the "Warm Seam" technology justifies itself by 100%. It is necessary to talk with the rest of the tenants, to develop to insulate the house completely (five floors, three entrances). As soon as I agree, I will write to you!

• Vitaly Libkind 8 hours ago

I really liked the technology - Warm seam sealing technology. It became clear how you can insulate and provide comfort in your home. As I understand it, work can be brought both in a panel house and insulating material keeps temperature and repels moisture? I plan to contact your company and calculate the cost of sealing interpanel seams in more detail. Thanks for the clear and helpful video and technology.

• Alena Melnichuk 1 hour ago

I live in a panel house. It was impossible to live in winter until the seams were sealed. The guys did everything perfectly. Fast, high quality, warm. Now we live like in a lair, not a single breeze will make its way. I hope their work will last another year and another generation! As far as I know, all the material is of very high quality and resistant to temperature changes.!

• Andrew Solo 3 days ago

Actual video! I myself live in an old panel house, and as a result, with all its problems. Namely, cracks, crumbling plaster and so on. The year before last, a team was ordered, which simply plastered the seams with an ordinary mortar. Everything fell apart this winter. Now the whole house is thinking about the insulation of interpanel seams using the "Warm seam" technology. What the guys did, and already forget about these cracks! I wanted to ask you, are you going to the Moscow region, to Tver?

What technologies are used in the insulation of interpanel seams?

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How to properly insulate interpanel seams in a panel house:

If the seam sealing technology is violated, or if poor-quality material is used, it leads to drafts, freezing of corners and walls, as well as leaks.

Primary sealing

It is carried out during the construction of the building and includes the following stages:

The seam between the panels is filled with foam, it provides not only insulation, but also additional waterproofing;

Vilaterm is placed in the seam. This is a heater high rate elasticity, made of polyethylene foam. The material may be in the form of a cylinder, sometimes with a hole inside. Due to its elasticity, the material can withstand repeated stretching and compression, which is important when new house undergoes shrinkage. When laying the material, make sure that it fits snugly against the concrete surface. If docking is made to vilaters of different diameters, then the upper edge is cut with a wedge down, and the lower one - up.

A sealant (mastic) is applied over the vilaterm, with the proper performance of all work, the seam must be completely sealed.

Often, the insulation and sealing of the seam is carried out without the use of foam, this is acceptable and does not greatly affect the final result.

Now consider what mistakes are most often made when sealing interpanel joints?

Only used for insulation polyurethane foam. Some companies consider this a simplified option, but our specialists do not use this technology, as it has disadvantages. Over time, the house will shrink, causing the plates to move. Mounting foam is not elastic, therefore, as a result of the movement of the plates, the integrity of the foam will be broken, which means that water and cold will freely penetrate into the seams.

The use of low-quality vilaterm. The use of high-quality insulation material is a very important fact, so we check the quality of vilaterm every time we buy it. In our practice, there were cases when a “raw” vilaterm was bought from a manufacturer, such material does not provide a snug fit to the panels, that is, the material simply falls out of the seam.

Using a vilatherm with the wrong diameter. When laying, it is important that it fits snugly against the walls of the seam and is at the same time in a compressed state.

Incorrect connection of the insulation. One of the common mistakes that leads to the destruction of the sealing material and the opening of the seam.

Secondary sealing

Repeated work on sealing the joints between the plates can be carried out using two technologies:

No seam opening. On the old sealant a new one is applied (repair of mastic joints) or over a concrete joint. At the same time, it is very important that the seam is cleaned of foreign debris and elements that are weak to hold. To clean the joint, a brush is used, after which the seam is treated with a solvent.

The second option involves opening the seam and its complete cleaning with the removal of the old sealing material. For cleaning, a puncher is used, a chisel with a hammer is used to remove old material. After that, the seam is degreased and goes through the stages of primary sealing.

Often, when carrying out this procedure, companies with unskilled employees make a mistake - poor-quality cleaning of the seam from old material.

A little about the technology of sealing interpanel joints

The simplest and cheap option sealing is lubrication of joints, but unfortunately, this method does not bring the expected results, moisture penetrates into the seams and enters the dwelling, drafts continue to walk along the walls and bring cold to the dwelling.

The fact is that when it rains, a large amount of water collects on the roof of the bay window and it flows along the seams, constantly seeps into the apartments, especially in areas where the vertical seam intersects with the horizontal one. The surface sealing method is often used by home management companies, where the main thing is to make the appearance of the work done, and not to do the job in good faith.

Sealing joints in prefabricated houses

AT this case it is assumed that the joint between the panels is completely filled, where the final stage is the application of a sealing layer of mastic. With complete foaming, the material comes out, so laying vilaterm and mastic immediately does not make any sense. It is necessary to wait several hours, or better than a day, until the foam gets stronger, then you need to remove its excess, lay the vilaterm and apply the mastic. If the joints are filled through holes that are pre-drilled, then the technology is the same. Foam is injected into the holes, which then close tightly. Foam, not finding a way out, is forced to fill all the voids inside.

Do I need to open the seam

There are a number of factors in which the seam must be opened, namely:

• The material from the seam disintegrates when struck with the sharp edge of a climbing hammer;
• The seam is superficially plastered and a light layer of sealant is applied to it;
• The wall is very old and the material crumbles from it even with a light touch.

Such seams must be opened, filled and sealed. If the seam is reliably concreted or the slabs fit snugly enough to one another, then it is not recommended to demolish the walls. It is more expedient to drill neat holes and foam the voids. Some believe that in order to provide thermal insulation of the seam, it is imperative to lay vilaterm. This is not so, the fact is that the vilaterm itself does not give heat, it only protects the seam from the penetration of cold, due to the “sealing” of the joint. If the seam is correctly and reliably foamed, then heat leakage will not occur.

Features of sealing interpanel seams

Today, before starting repairs to apartments in a new building, owners have to wait several years for the house to settle down. As a result of the precipitation of the house, voids and cracks form between the plates, which must be repaired. Houses that were built during the cold period have a number of disadvantages. The panels often did not always have time to dry thoroughly and reached the condition already in the process of construction. As a result, due to temperature fluctuations and high humidity inside the slab, its integrity was violated, since in cold weather the water inside the concrete froze and destroyed the slab.

Sealing of joints between panels should be carried out at the construction stage. The work must be carried out from an elastic material with good resistance to negative impact environment, because practice has already proven that the structure of solid materials is quickly destroyed due to the constant (albeit microscopic) movement of panel plates.

Seam sealing at the professional level

To ensure thermal and waterproofing, it is necessary that all joints and cavities between the plates are filled and sealed. Only properly sealed seams provide comfortable and healthy living conditions. As practice has shown effective method insulation today is a "warm seam".

In the past century, the seam was filled with tow and rubber, in recent times new materials and techniques have appeared on the market, which have significantly improved the technology of sealing joints and guarantee a high result. For this purpose use:

• Swellable cords made on the basis of hydrophilic rubber;
• Common cement mortar;
• Dowels and specialized profiles.

But such sealing methods cannot give a good result due to:

• Different thickness of the gaps between the plates;
• Chips and microcracks of plates;
• Marriage, which could occur as a result of non-compliance with construction technology.

A sad practice at one time was received by houses made of sandwich panels. The first buildings built according to the new method had to be durable and warm, since the structure was made of two durable slabs. But over time, it turned out that there was an empty space between the panels, although in theory it should have been filled with insulation, in practice it was not there, as a result, air accumulated in the empty space, which created drafts. Because of a large number empty cavities, such houses did not warm up well and quickly cooled down. Condensation led to the formation and active reproduction of mold and fungus, which became faithful neighbors.

Sealing of interpanel seams step by step

Sealing joints in structures of this type is a very painstaking and time-consuming work that requires experience and specific knowledge. Employees of our company, thanks to many years of experience, have managed to master the technology of closing seams for such houses.

To reliably fill the joints, our employees use a special foam, which, when expanded, penetrates even into small gaps and reliably fills all voids. Vilater blocks the exit of the foam to the outside, as a result, the entire flow goes inside, and the sealant reliably protects the seams from moisture penetration.

Protecting upper floors should start with sealing the joints

The reputation of prefabricated houses suffers greatly due to poor waterproofing, especially on the last floors. In most cases, the space between the slabs in such buildings is not filled with anything, and this is a fact proven by practice and experience. Besides roofing material balconies and loggias do not meet the requirements of waterproofing.

The technical floor becomes a place where it is stable, after each rain accumulates rainwater, which penetrates into apartments through drain channels and empty seams, and the upper floors suffer first of all.

To free the apartment from the constant penetration of dampness, drafts and cold from the roof, it is enough to properly insulate the joints and repair the roof on the loggia. To do this, the craftsmen remove the old material and lay a new one, which has good strength and elasticity. Additionally, a burner and special modern waterproofing materials. Further, on all floors, waterproofing of vertical joints in the area of ​​​​the customer's apartment is carried out. After that, the joints between the panels are cleaned, where the vilaterm and mounting foam are laid. After the seam must be carefully coated with a material for waterproofing - mastic. Only compliance with this technology makes it possible to guarantee a high result of waterproofing work and ensure dry and warm walls in the premises.

edge concrete wall with joints is often uneven with jagged, so if the joints are not carefully sealed, they begin to leak. The problem is that the seams inside the plates are not available for work, so the only way out is to carefully waterproof the joints from the outside.

Sealing seams in houses of various types

The sealing technology is selected for each house and case individually, as there are many factors that must be pre-calculated and taken into account. At the same time, the masters consider and economic feasibility using one or another sealing method.

Our company uses the "warm seam" technology for work, today it is hardly the only reliable, proven method that gives a high result. The secret of our company lies in the fact that we use our own, improved and time-tested technology for waterproofing joints. We use Vilaterm as a sealant, the material is characterized by high wear resistance, Macroflex brand sealant and Oksiplast mastic.

Formerly KOPE-type houses were built from sandwich panels that had empty inside. The tightness of the adhesion of such panels was simply terrible, as a result, the houses did not differ in good thermal insulation and tightness.

Let's say right away that sealing the seams with the involvement of foam does not bring the desired result due to the specifics of the material, the foam did not linger in the seams after filling, but spread through the interpanel space. Vilaterm sealant is used to achieve good tightness. This material has already managed to prove its effectiveness provides tight sealing of seams and sealing.

In the houses of the series p.44 and p.44t periodically there are problems associated with chips on the slabs or with the formation of large seams between the panels, through which heat escapes from the house, drafts from the street penetrate and condensation forms. In winter, such walls are not protected from the cold, as a result, fungus and mold become permanent residents in such apartments, drafts are also added to dampness.

Interpanel joints in such cases are sealed using the “warm seam” technology. If the width of the joint does not allow the use of Vilaterm insulation, the joint is reliably foamed and covered with sealant on top. Construction foam is characterized by good resistance to environmental influences and can perform its functions for a long time.

For the sake of justice, it should be noted that blown seams are not only a disadvantage of panel houses. Monolithic-brick buildings also face this problem, especially often poor sealing is observed at the junction between brickwork and concrete monolithic slab. Also often there are similar problems at the junction brickwork and windows. By personal experience we can say that it is necessary to close up such seams very carefully, using not only foam, but also plaster with sealing.

Sealing joints that were previously plastered

Often, instead of sealing employees public utilities they simply plaster the walls and seams, but these actions do not solve the problem, the void between the seams remains, water and cold air constantly penetrate into the apartments, as a result, the dwelling is cold and uncomfortable, fungus and mold develop, which not only does not allow you to create comfort for living, but also negatively affects the health of residents. Over time, dampness destroys the layer of plaster and cracks open.

Of course, it is not always necessary to open the seam completely. Such measures are taken if the joint between the panels is narrow or the plaster is firmly held, then it is used construction foam. Holes are made in the plastered seam, after 20-30 cm, foam is launched through them, which penetrates into all the cracks and fills the entire space. After a layer of sealant is applied to the plaster - mastic, this coating will provide additional protection from moisture penetration.

The design of loggias and balconies implies the presence of joints between the slabs and walls through which water can penetrate during rain. Constant dampness negatively affects materials, destroys them, develops fungus in them, and mold appears on the walls and ceiling. If the loggia is also blown through, then the furniture and materials on them begin to deteriorate, and there is nothing to say about comfort.

To eliminate drafts and the penetration of moisture into the inside, it is necessary to provide sealing. Before starting work, the loggia must be carefully examined by the employees of the sealing company, which will make it possible to preliminarily draw up a competent work plan and select the necessary materials.

The main reasons why water flows to the loggia:

• Lack of or poor quality sealing;
• The sad state of the roof of the balcony or loggia;
• Absence of ebbs or their unsuitable condition.

Given the above causes of leakage, sealing work is reduced to the processing of joints in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bcontact between the wall and ceiling plate. If this is not done, then sooner or later the water accumulated on the stove will begin to flow around the joints and fall directly onto the loggia.

Sealing joints between wall and window frame

Often, after installing windows, water leaks occur in those places where the frame adjoins the wall.

The main reasons for the formation of cracks are most often:

• Illiterate imposition of sealing material on the surface of the foam;
• Absence of low tides or their poor condition;
• There is no sealant between the tide and the wall.

What is the advantage of sealant over other building materials?

A wooden house has many advantages: environmental friendliness, beauty, and durability. But they also have one important drawback: over time, in the process of shrinkage, cracks begin to form in the walls, opening the way to drafts and cold air.

The traditional way to deal with them is caulking, but this method is unreliable and short-lived. Sealing seams in a wooden house can be carried out modern formulations, neatly closing any seams and cracks.

Seam sealing materials

Sealing the seams of a wooden house with caulking is unprofitable for several reasons: natural insulation is short-lived, as they are pulled apart by rodents and birds, in addition, moss, jute, flax fiber, etc. should be laid immediately during construction. If this has not been done, it is easier to disassemble the log house and reassemble it with insulation than to achieve effective caulking.

Effective sealing of cracks in a wooden house and joints between logs can be carried out for both new and older buildings.

The material for this work is acrylic-rubber sealant - it is environmentally friendly and has a number of other important advantages:

Sealing a house made of logs is also used to eliminate cracks. If the logs have received various damages over time, they can be repaired: sealant treatment will increase the durability of the building. You can independently purchase a sealant and create a “warm seam” with your own hands, or you can contact one of the many specialized companies.

How seams are sealed

Sealing the seams of a wooden house is not a difficult job, but it requires patience and a good skill in working with construction tools. The technology of the insulation process includes the following steps:

• The seams of the old house are cleaned from the remnants of caulking. They should be even and relatively clean, it is also necessary to assess the presence of cracks in the logs and the condition of the joints.
• In the presence of large cracks they are embedded sealing cord made from polyurethane. It allows you to completely fill the opening, while saving sealant.

Such a cord builds a straight line along which the sealant will lie flat, and with its help you can make the job faster and more efficient. The cord will also allow the logs to expand and contract freely with temperature fluctuations without damaging the sealant layer.

• Sealant according to the "warm seam" system is applied using mounting gun. The layer is carefully trimmed with a spatula, Special attention in this case, you need to turn to the corners.
• To align the corners, the sealant seam is moistened with a spray gun, after which the compaction is carried out with a brush.
• It is necessary to walk along the logs with a damp cloth to remove accidental drops of sealant, various defects and irregularities. Give the composition time to completely harden, after which the house will acquire reliable protection from cold and drafts. The final sealing will be completed only after 20 days according to the manufacturer's recommendations.

Processing should be carried out for all cracks, the thickness of which exceeds 6 mm. Restoring the logs will prevent further deterioration of the timber and help increase the longevity of the building.

Decorative features of the sealant

Acrylic rubber sealant - not only effective, but also completely aesthetic option home protection. Moss insulation does not look very nice, so supporters of new solutions prefer a more modern version.

The sealant is available in a wide range of colors, it can be represented by all shades of white, beige, brown. This makes it possible to choose correct solution for any wood, and the building will take on a finished look.

Sealing will gently emphasize the contours of the logs, which will give interesting view interior. In this case, the logs will be connected very evenly, in addition, the sealant, unlike materials for caulking, only slightly protrudes beyond the seam. Finishing a building with such compositions is widely practiced in the Scandinavian countries with a harsh climate, which confirms its effectiveness.

Sealing according to the "warm seam" system will reduce heating costs for many seasons. Processing with such a composition greatly increases the energy efficiency of the house, since precious heat will not escape through the cracks of the house to the street.

Such a sealant is not cheap, but the processing of the building will be truly durable. The procedure does not take much time, after it log walls can be finished in any way using a wide variety of materials.

Wooden houses can be insulated different ways. Such as caulk, sheathed with thermal panels or in a relatively new way - acrylic sealant, with which they create the so-called "warm seam". This technology will protect wooden house from drafts and cold in winter. The composition of the sealant includes rubber, which gives elasticity and prevents some small hidden cracks from cracking further.

Advantages of acrylic sealant

Warm seam - modern technology insulation of the house, which reduces the possibility of freezing of the walls of the house. This technology has a number of advantages, including:

• It is required to insulate the walls only once, you do not have to return to the maintenance procedure;
• High resistance to temperature changes;
• Thanks to special composition does not allow wood decay;
• Minimum finishing time;
• The material is safe, as it does not emit toxic substances;
• Lack of smell;
• Wide choice of colors;
• Saving home heating costs.

An environmentally friendly sealant allows the wood to "breathe", retains the natural properties of the logs for a long time and protects the house from the cold.

Stages of sealing the house

To carry out sealing work, the walls need to be prepared, the house sanded and painted. After that, you can start warming. The application of sealant begins with cleaning the surface of the log house. The next step is fixing the heat-insulating cord, which is made of polyethylene.

The cord is recommended to be taken wider than the seam by about a third. It insulates the seam and reduces the consumption of sealant. Secure cord with staples construction stapler or small nails using an air gun.

After laying the cord with a gun, apply it, and then smooth it with a spatula and clean it with a rag. The sealant is recommended to be applied in a layer 4-6 mm thick, while the area of ​​adhesion of the sealant to the wood should be at least 4 mm on each side.

The sealant hardens up to two days at a temperature of 23 degrees above zero. After curing for 4-20 hours, the applied material must be protected from rain and moisture penetration. After complete curing, the warm joint is a rubber membrane that can be smoothed out and coated with glazing compounds or acrylic-based paints).

Use this species insulation is possible only after the complete shrinkage of the log house. Internal sealing is done after heating season, that is, after the first season of operation of the house. In addition, with the help of a sealant, you can putty the cracks in the log and at the ends that appeared during the shrinkage of the log house. The MariSrub company uses time-tested sealants from the German company Remmers, which do not fall off and do not crack during the operation of the house.