The base is an aesthetic protection for the house

The plinth protects the lower part of the building from moisture and mechanical damage. In addition, decorative finishing of the plinth can make this element of the facade an aesthetic decoration of the entire building.

As a rule, the plinth is 40-50 cm high. Higher structures are built in buildings with a deep basement. The plinth can protrude in relation to the facade or be erected on the same plane as the walls. In the first case, the protruding part is protected by a metal canopy or ceramic tile finishing. For greater safety, the protective canopy should protrude 3-5 cm beyond the plinth area and have a slope of 10 degrees. The junction of the canopy with the wall should be sealed with silicone. In the second case, a protective profile is installed on the upper edge of the plinth, preventing rainwater from affecting the plinth.

Plinth - yesterday and today

Previously, for a long time, stone was used as a material for the construction of the base. Today, concrete blocks are used for these purposes, which retain heat well, protect walls from mechanical damage, moisture and various biological factors.

The base, covered with a layer of polystyrene, reinforcing mesh and adhesive mortar, can be faced with clinker, ceramic tiles or mosaics.

Plinth tiles

The tiles used for finishing the base must first of all be strong and reliable. Remember that the mortar on which the tiles are mounted must carefully fill the entire space between the tiles and the wall. There is little time to correct the position of the tiles - only 10 minutes. After 2-3 days, you can begin filling the joints (joints between tiles) with a special mortar. It can be matched to the color of the tiles. During the filling process, avoid direct sunlight on the mortar.

Stone for the base

Pebbles, stones or stone resin are often used to finish the base. When installing such material, a special adhesive solution is required.

Mosaic for the base

A popular solution for finishing the base is to use decorative mosaics. Most often, they are made from acrylic resin, which has high strength, resistance to fading and mechanical damage. The solution on which the mosaic is laid should be applied evenly and protected from direct sunlight, wind and rain.

Base protection

If the outer layer of the base is made of porous material, it must be protected with a hydrophobic layer of special silicone. Such preparations protect the base from moisture. Silicone must be applied with a paint roller in one or two layers.