Fillers and sealants

Undoubtedly, a well-executed interior or architectural project can be recognized by various factors, but the quality and coverage of the walls are distinctive criteria for such a project. And since ready-made putty has been available on the construction materials market, achieving perfection in wall and ceiling smoothness has become an attainable mission.

Putty is a very popular method for finishing both interior and exterior parts due to its perfect coverage. However, there are so many details and steps to achieve a perfect putty finish, so we have taken on the task of explaining them to you in detail.

What is ready-made putty?

Preparing the wall for the final application of paint is an important moment that must be achieved with a flawless wall covering using wall putty. It creates a strong and reliable base for painting, providing an ideally smooth and even surface for decoration.

Whether you are planning to renovate a new home or refresh the old and boring walls in your current home, pre-treating the areas with suitable wall putty will ensure greater durability of the new paint and a beautiful design for the room.

Let's take a closer look at what wall putty represents. It is a fine powder of various bases, such as white cement, to which water and other additives are added to make a solution that is applied to walls in various rooms, even in the bathroom. There is also an even easier-to-use alternative on the market - ready-made putty.

When the solution is applied precisely, it perfectly smooths out cracks, eliminates imperfections, and holes in the wall. The smooth mixture provided by Knauf putties creates the desired coverage everywhere.

Advantages

Proven manufacturers of ready-made putty such as Knauf offer consumers a variety of specialized solutions with added polymers that enhance the properties of the ready-made mixture for fine wall putty. Some key benefits include:

• Putty walls provide a smoother and more robust surface for painting, wallpapering, or other decorations.
• Ready-made putty effectively waterproofs the wall and isolates moisture.
• Universal putties are available on the market that you can use for both interior and exterior walls, ceilings, etc. In other words, you will save on buying different materials.
• With a quality ready-made putty mixture, you will maintain the strength and integrity of your walls for a longer period, reducing subsequent repair costs.
• Not all premium materials are expensive. On the contrary, in our store, there are many affordable putties that achieve perfect coverage.
• Durable putty strengthens the wall and the paint, creating a better bond between the individual layers.
• Easy to use and does not require additional preparation time.

Types of wall putty

Certainly, every room will look much better with smooth and well-puttied walls. Quality putty and precisely painted walls can impress your guests or create the basis for an interesting conversation.

Before choosing your ready-made wall putty or filler for sealing joints/cracks, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with the options available on the market, and then make a reasonable investment in materials. Below, we have gathered the most important information about the types available, and in our construction materials store, you can order some of the best varieties of wall putty from proven manufacturers that will fully meet your requirements.

Gypsum Putties

Ready-made gypsum putty is made from a primary ingredient - gypsum, mixed with talc and a small amount of gypsum modifier. Gypsum plasters are available at very good prices, and besides being budget-friendly, they create the necessary base for wallpapering or plastering.

Gypsum is an environmentally friendly natural material, which is why it is increasingly preferred in various construction activities. Gypsum putties fully take advantage of the characteristics of construction gypsum, including rapid curing, high bonding strength, and whiteness.

White Cement-Based

White wall putty based on cement is used for both interior and exterior walls. It is made using specialized components and fillers, making it multifunctional for tasks like puttying, sealing joints/cracks, or leveling over existing plaster or concrete walls.

White cement, minerals, and polymers are mixed to create white cement-based putty. This type does not emit unpleasant odors during application.

Acrylic

Among all types of ready-made putties, acrylic-based putty possesses the best characteristics for achieving perfect painting conditions. It represents a ready-made water-based fine putty mixture. It dries significantly faster than the white cement type and achieves a matte finish. Acrylic putty is long-lasting, making the surface very smooth, perfectly white, and with a rich matte finish.

Application

In addition to their base, the distinction of ready-made putties can also be made based on their application area or manufacturer. With us, you will find first-class ready-made fine putty mixtures for both interior and exterior walls, for the bathroom, for use on plasterboard, for filling joints, and more.

Each of our products is made with the best ingredients by experienced professionals to bring perfect coverage and freshness to your lifeless walls.

Our affordably-priced putties smooth even the roughest surfaces to create a smooth base for painting because every room deserves to look good. Plasterboard putty has ideal adhesiveness. Special bonding agents have been used to create wall putty that ensures a strong grip on the plasterboard surface.

We have selected a range of Knauf putties with universal applications, which maintain their shape after drying, achieve incredible final quality, can be used in dry areas with high moisture resistance, for filling fine joints, closing pores, and smoothing roughness.

Each Knauf putty is super affordable, high-performance, mixes without lumps, or is already ready to use, safe for the skin, does not shrink, is extremely fine, and dries quickly.

How to Use

To achieve the desired results, you should know some important tips for applying wall putty. Before starting the application process, make sure there are no traces of grease, stains, dust, old wallpapers, oil paints, etc. Dirt and dust are recommended to be removed with a soft cloth, using a suitable agent if necessary.

If there are microorganisms or mold on the surface, they must be removed before starting puttying. If the wall has irregularities or larger cracks, you should fill and level them with putty for sealing joints/cracks. Finally, go over with sandpaper to smooth out rough areas. Use different sizes of sandpaper if needed until you achieve the desired effect.

If you plan to putty a newly constructed surface, we recommend waiting for it to cure before applying ready-made wall putty. Experts recommend a period of 6 months before the newly constructed surface is treated. Start by applying a primer to improve the adhesion between the putty and the wall.

Let it dry before moving on to the ready-made putty. After puttying, it is essential to wait for the mixture to dry (see the manufacturer's label for drying time instructions). Usually, this period can vary from 4 to 24 hours.

If there are still irregularities, carefully smooth them out with suitable sandpaper and remove dust particles with a cloth. Finish with another layer of primer, let it dry, sand it finely, and you are ready for painting.

Throughout the process, it's a good idea to cover the area around the wall treated with ready-made putty to avoid messy splatters and difficult-to-remove stains. Don't forget to take care of your safety by wearing protective goggles and a mask while removing excess wall particles, applying putty, or sanding.

Use a screwdriver to remove all cracks and dents in the wall. Apply wall putty only to a pre-moistened surface. This action allows the putty mixture to create a strong bond with the wall's surface. Spread it on the prepared wall using suitable tools such as a trowel and a stiff brush. After puttying, dry the surface and sand it with sandpaper.

Order High-Quality Putty and Sealants from Atek 1

Applying high-quality putty is of great importance for achieving flawless walls. Choosing the right product will bring you benefits in the long run. Therefore, your decision to purchase putty materials should be well-informed.

Do not neglect the insulating and aesthetic advantages of ready-made fine putty, as paint alone cannot transform the walls of your home into beautiful ones. Make your rooms even more attractive with straight and smooth walls thanks to durable putty.

At Atek 1, we offer putties for walls at affordable prices, which are ideal for almost all homes. Think about the amount of sunlight and moisture your property is exposed to before making your choice. It is always best to consult with a professional, so you can rely on our competent team for advice.