Facing stone windows: methods and options for finishing openings
There is nothing more original than stone-clad windows. This material has a unique appearance and a fairly simple installation, despite its type.
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What types of stone exist
At the moment, a stone for window cladding can be:
- Natural.
- Artificial.
Note. Each of them has its own characteristics and properties. They also have a different origin.
Natural sinter for finishing window openings
A natural stone quite a long time began to be used in the decoration of any surface.
Material Features:
- Even under the rule of kings, stone of natural origin carried out flights of stairs and other structures.
- At that time, the material was extracted quite difficult and for this reason was expensive.
- Over time, stone mining became more accessible and the environmental friendliness of the material became its main cost.
- At the moment, the price of natural finishing stone is high.
The stone can be used for both internal and external decoration.
The material has excellent technical indicators, which ensure its versatility, it:
- Moisture-resistant and frost-resistant, as it forms its structure in the natural environment with different climatic conditions.
- Durable and practical. Natural agglomerate does not have a definite period of use. Its surface does not require special care, as it is not able to absorb dirt.
Note. To clean the stone, just wipe it with a dry cloth.
- It does not burn and is not able to respond to changes in temperature conditions.
- Not only wall and floor surfaces are being finished, but also the windows are lined with stone of natural origin.
Its useful to note:
- Today, there are many types of natural agglomerate, which is used in finishing works.
- The material is heavy, if you do not take into account natural stone tiles.
- They are made of rubble stone, which has different sizes.
- The thickness of such tiles can be from 0.5 cm and above.
- They are also quite weighty.
- The stone is in good harmony with other types of finishes.
- You can make part of the surface with decorative plaster, and on it you can attach tiles of natural stone.
Most popular for exterior window decoration:
- Gravel.
- Granite.
- Sandstone and more.
For interior decoration use:
- Onyx.
- Marble (seeFacing with marble and its features).
- Also granite and so on.
Tip. The window lining made of natural stone has a certain weight and for this reason it is worth initially preparing the surface.
Installation of natural sinter
The window opening is finished with stone quickly and easily. One has only to choose the right material so that it has a small size.
Recommendations:
- The surface for mounting natural agglomerate slabs must be flat.
- Outside, the window slopes are leveled with concrete mortar and plaster.
- For internal work of this type, drywall or similar materials can be used.
Tip. If the stone tile has a large weight, then the surface during the leveling process is reinforced with a reinforced plaster grid.
- After this, the surface is primed, which will ensure reliable adhesion of the adhesive solution and the surface.
For installation of natural stone tiles you will need:
- Special glue, which, after drying, has high strength values and for its preparation there is an instruction on the packaging.
Tip. You can apply a simple concrete mortar, which is made using water, cement and sand in certain proportions. The stronger the product is needed, the less sand should be present in the solution.
- The construction level with which the smooth installation of stone on the surface is performed.
- Roulette and chalk to determine the right size of material in hard to reach places window opening.
- Tile cutter for cutting tiles.
- Spatula for applying mortar.
Note. The method of attaching natural stone tiles depends on what type of window is installed in the opening. In some cases, only the surface finish of the window opening is performed, since the frame has a small thickness, and the slope lining may partially cover the glass.
The process of work:
- Each tile is coated with a solution.
- Then it is exposed on the surface and fixed on it.
- Stone tiles are mounted close to each other.
Tip. You can lay out the stones in a chaotic manner. Thanks to this, the window cladding with the stone will become even more original.
Decorative stone for window decoration and its characteristics
For now fake diamond for window cladding it is used no less often than natural.
Consider:
- This type of material has similar properties and characteristics.
- It can be of different sizes.
- Such a stone has a small mass.
- Mount it on a surface of any type that is well prepared.
- In its appearance, artificial stone is an exact analogue of natural material.
Note. If the cost of natural sinter is quite high, then artificial material is more affordable.
Recommendations:
- For mounting the material on the surface, it is well prepared.
- Initially determined with the dimensions of the facing plane.
- On it, you can set marks for the future finish with a pencil and a ruler.
Tip. As well as during the installation of natural stone, the surface should be smooth and primed.
Cladding windows with artificial stone is carried out using:
- Special glue for stone.
- Construction level, if the stone has a straight shape.
- Tape measures and chalk for marks of cuts of stone.
- Tile cutter or grinder.
- Spatula.
Note. Installation of stone is also carried out closely.
The process of work:
- Initially, you need to mount the stones on the lower part of the surface.
- They should be well fixed on it.
- After that, the rest of the material is mounted.
- Particular attention should be paid to the inner and outer corners of the slopes.
- Here you can not do without cutting stone tiles.
The video shows an example of finishing window openings with natural or artificial stone.
Decorative stone in the decoration goes well:
- With plaster.
- Wooden cladding.
- Painted surface.
- Wallpaper and other materials.
You can do the installation of both decorative and natural sinter yourself. The work will not cause difficulties, as it is very similar to the installation of ceramics on the surface and does not require special knowledge in this area.
