Plastering window slopes

After installing new windows, plastering window slopes is a crucial step in creating a clean, polished appearance. Through gap sealing and insulation, this procedure not only enhances the appearance but also contributes to the window structure’s protection.

A smooth transition between the window frame and the wall is produced by properly plastered slopes, which enhances the appearance of the interior. It also improves energy efficiency by lowering heat loss and drafts.

Knowing the right tools and methods is essential for anyone wishing to do this work themselves. You can get results that are on par with professionals if you have a little patience and the appropriate methodology.

How to plaster slopes

It may seem that plastering slopes is a more difficult task than plastering walls. Here, there are more structural components and fewer plastered areas. Not only must their surface be leveled, but the dawn line—the opening’s expansion into the room—must be designed. There are three types of window slopes: lower (designed by installing a window sill), upper (top), and vertical (sides).

Plastering window slopes can be done with ease by hand if desired.

Like walls, plastering can be done in a variety of ways:

• plastering using beacons;
• without using beacons (with counter-shults to strengthen the corners);
• plastering with insulation.

Beacons are not needed when replacing wooden windows with plastic ones in a newly constructed building or during repairs because the slope structures are essentially already there. All that needs to be done is trim the mounting foam’s protrusions and remove or cut off the fastening metal plates’ excess length. It is preferable to align it with beacons if the installers removed the old plaster or if the old finish is no longer functional.

If sheet insulation is used for insulation, beacons are not required.

If plastic windows are installed before slopes are plastered, a lot of issues occur. The truth is that the composition of mineral plaster and PVC material used for plastic windows expand and contract differently in response to temperature changes. As a result, cracks eventually form at the interface of these materials; however, this can be prevented by using a damping gasket.

How to plaster slopes on windows

Because the basic principles involved in plastering slopes on windows are the same, it is easier for those who have mastered plastering walls to comprehend how to plaster slopes on windows. The distinction lies in the geometric arrangement and the requirement for a smooth transition from the window frame to the wall’s central plane.

Plastering window slopes should be done in the following order:

• carry out an inspection in order to identify defects in the walls and plaster;
• knock down excess protrusions, repair the base;
• carry out preparation;
• take measurements, mark the dawn line;
• install beacons or other auxiliary equipment;
• plaster the sides (apply splash, primer, level);
• plaster the top;
• after the solution has set, remove the beacons, level the grooves, rub the surface.

Next, we’ll go into great detail about each step and grasp all the subtleties involved in the procedure.

Window finishing

Slopes made of various materials can be arranged in different ways.

• decorate with gypsum fiber;
• plaster the slope;
• finish with plasterboard;
• cover with plastic panels.

They typically weigh the advantages and disadvantages of a material to determine which slopes are better. In this instance, we’re thinking about creating slopes with plaster, a traditional building material.

Surface preparation

The surface of the windows and frames must be properly prepared in order for the plaster mixture to lie well on the base and firmly adhere to the wall material.

The following is the order of the preparatory steps:

• check the correct installation of the window box and frame;
• protect the glass by covering it with film, tape, or plywood;
• pasting the frames with masking tape (when installing a plastic window, do not remove the protective film from it);
• seal the seams (seal with foam or caulk), holes, cracks (with mastic or sealant);
• the seams of the wall masonry are expanded to a depth of 10 mm, the surface of the bricks is scratched with a wire brush, the smooth surface of the concrete is notched, and shingles are nailed to the wooden base;
• cracks and large chips are "healed" with a solution (previously expanded, primed, if necessary, reinforced);
• dust is removed;
• if there are greasy (or other nature) stains, they are neutralized;
• remove excess metal elements (nails, etc.), those that remain, isolate;
• the surface of the base is covered with a two-layer primer (drying each layer);
• install beacons or counters, reinforce if necessary.

Priming is required for wall preparation in order to improve adhesion as well as to:

• strengthen a weak surface;
• create a layer that connects materials that are incompatible with each other, such as gypsum and cement;
• stop pores through which the wall material draws water from the plaster mixture.

Insulation of slopes under plaster

Slopes on windows must be made warm in order to prevent moisture condensation on glass and window surfaces, maintain comfortable conditions within the space, and remove any potential cold bridges. This is applicable to areas with severe weather. When the glass unit and frame cool, heat is transferred to the nearby wall if a heat-insulating gasket (foam, felt, or twine) is not inserted in the joints.

The development of cold bridges, condensation, heat blowing, and the growth of fungus are all facilitated by crumbled foam and fractures.

There are various methods for carrying out insulation; for instance, sheet insulation (foam, penoplex) or a composition of warm plaster (perlite or other warm plaster) can be used.

The following items work well as under-plaster insulation:

• sheet foam (not resistant to moisture, high-quality waterproofing is required);
• polystyrene foam (or penoplex) is the best sheet insulation for both the outside and the inside of the building, which is easy to plaster;
• mineral wool can be used for external insulation.

After being cut to the proper size, sheet insulation is mounted either on the frame or on the base and glued with composition. Plaster is then applied on top of the insulation, and a reinforcing mesh is affixed to the adhesive composition.

Strengthening the corners

Luzgi: Fiberglass mesh or serpyanka are used as reinforcement for the interior corners. This prevents cracking of the interior corners. Visit our website to learn more about plastering corners.

• apply mortar to the corner;
• level it along the groove with a corner trowel;
• apply a strip of serpyanka, pressing it with the spatula blade into the mortar mass;
• apply the composition on top, which is leveled with a corner trowel;
• after the composition has set, rub it down.

Putting on the foundation layer

Without any reinforcement, the outer corners, or whistlers, are easily knocked off. Corner profiles known as counter-shults are used to strengthen the whistles. Metal or plastic are used to make profiles.

It’s very simple to plaster a window slope with a reinforced whistle:

• measure and cut the corner profile to the required length;
• apply plaster mixture to the whistle on both sides;
• apply the counter-shults, checking the verticality with a level, carefully press the corner into the mortar;
• apply a layer of mortar, which is leveled with a spatula.

Eliminating and homogenizing the blend

Securing the beacons

To mark, properly install, and fix the beacon profiles, level and plaster slopes along the beacons.

The ensuing items serve as beacons:

• ready-made profiles (plastic or metal);
• a wooden edged board or a piece of plywood attached to the corner from the side of the main plane of the wall with screws;
• a mortar path made by hand (mortar beacon).

Screw in three screws, aligning the caps in a single vertical line with the line marked during marking, to install the beacon profile on the sloping surface. This is carried out either along a plumb line or the beam of a laser level. Apply mortar patches along the line so that the tops of the patches rise above the line that the screw caps have formed. By pressing the lapok into the mortar and installing the beacon profile on self-tapping screws, one can control the profile’s position in space using a level. Use mortar to complete the fix.

The beacons can be put to use in a few hours if they are fixed with gypsum mortar. In a day, beacons mounted on cement mortar are operational.

Disposable fasteners are used for self-tapping screws, employing simple-to-install components like creamers, earpieces, clips, and umki, in addition to mortar to secure the beacons.

Plastering slopes on beacons

Plastering slopes is done in the same manner as plastering walls on beacons when beacons are used. However, because there is not much space between the beacons, alignment can be completed using a short rule or a wide spatula. Plasterboard slopes that are evenly made don’t require plastering; you can begin gypsum board puttying as soon as the board is installed.

Finishing the work

Plastering the slopes is followed by puttying, painting, or plastering with decorative compounds to smooth out the plaster coating.

Using a wide spatula or sandpaper, smooth out any uneven patches or drips on the plastered surface prior to applying putty.

Dust off the surface and prime it. Putty is applied in two stages: first with a starting mixture and then with a finishing mixture, once the primer layer has dried. Dust is removed and the dried putty is sanded. The top and sidewalls can be painted after puttying.

What to plaster slopes with

Concerning what to plaster slopes on windows, many questions come up. The guidelines for using the plaster composition also serve as a guide in this situation.

It makes sense to select a mixture from the enormous selection that satisfies the following requirements:

1. Economy. If the plaster composition is only needed for leveling, it makes no sense to choose those that are expensive when there are compositions that provide strength, environmental friendliness, fire safety and other indicators for a lower price.
2. Durability.
3. Suitability for plastering facades (for solutions used externally).
4. Environmental friendliness (important for interior plastering).

All of these characteristics are present in mineral plasters: cement-based for outdoor use and gypsum-based for interior use. In addition to them, interior decoration is done with lime-cement or lime-gypsum materials.

Mineral compositions are not appropriate if the building has not had time to undergo shrinkage, is situated in an earthquake-prone area, or is close to a railroad. Mineral-based mixtures are not vibration-load resistant. Rather, materials based on silicone or acrylic are utilized. They have greater elasticity.

Tools

Slope plastering calls for a specific combination of supplies and equipment.

• mixer to prepare the composition;
• spatulas (spatulas) of at least two sizes – 9 cm, 35 cm or more;
• roller;
• float;
• rule;
• brush;
• level (plumb line, level);
• square;
• masking tape;
• hammer;
• caulking iron;
• chisel;
• stationery or construction retractable knife.

How to calculate the amount of plaster for a slope

Plaster consumption for window slopes can be roughly estimated by using the following formula: for every 1-2 square meters of area that needs to be plastered, you will need:

• dry coarse-grained mixture – 0.2-0.5 kg;
• dry fine-grained mixture – from 0.5 kg.

The safety factor, 1.1, is multiplied by the computed volume. For plaster leveling, you can also use our online calculator.

In order to achieve a smooth, polished finish around windows and improve their longevity and insulation, plastering window slopes is a crucial step. Smooth and even slopes that look good and provide moisture and draft protection can be achieved by using the appropriate plaster mix, surface preparation, and methodical application. Plastering window slopes with skill improves the overall look and energy efficiency of your room.

Nuances when plastering slopes

There are several characteristics of these structural components that have subtle differences when plastered.

1. Window openings are a place where the walls are thinned, where double-glazed windows with wooden or plastic frames are installed. Before plastering window slopes with your own hands, you need to make sure that the frames are installed symmetrically, evenly and securely fastened. The correct installation of frames is checked with a level and a square. If the installation is done incorrectly, it is better to correct the defects before plastering.
2. Previously, the gaps between the frames and the wall structure were filled with natural fibers, for example, caulked with tow. Recently, all holes and cracks are often foamed. However, the foam that serves as insulation for repaired windows dries out over time and begins to crumble. Therefore, although the reliable method is more labor-intensive, it is better to caulk the gaps. Fibrous natural materials are treated with an antiseptic before use.
3. Plastering is best done with insulation measures. In this case, the dew point shifts deeper into the wall, moisture will not condense on the glass and walls nearby.
4. First, plaster the window slopes from the inside, then do the work from the outside.
5. The angle of dawn is made the same on both sides of the window. For every 100 mm of wall thickness in the opening, the expansion value on one side of the sidewall is from 10 to 25 mm. That is, with a sidewall depth of 30 cm, the expansion will be from 30 to 75 mm.
6. When plastering with a cement composition, the top must be reinforced.
7. Where the window frame is joined to the plaster, expansion joints are made from special expansion slats. SDM-chemistry compositions with low vapor permeability are popular as sealants for joints.

Steps	Description
1. Surface Preparation	Clean the slopes from dust and old materials. Apply a primer for better adhesion.
2. Install Beacons	Fix guiding beacons along the edges to ensure even plaster application.
3. Apply Base Layer	Spread the first layer of plaster, covering gaps and leveling the surface.
4. Level the Surface	Use a trowel or straight edge to smooth the plaster following the beacons.
5. Apply Finish Layer	After drying, apply a thinner layer of finishing plaster for a smooth result.
6. Final Smoothing	Gently smooth the surface with a damp sponge or float to achieve an even finish.

Plastering window slopes correctly is necessary to produce a clean, long-lasting finish. It contributes to insulation maintenance and draft prevention in addition to improving the aesthetics of your windows.

Employing a methodical approach guarantees a smooth and efficient completion of the work, starting with surface preparation and ending with even plaster layers. By using the appropriate equipment and supplies, you can prevent common errors and produce a seamless, expert outcome.

Plastering window slopes can be a simple task that leaves your windows well-finished and enhances the overall appearance of your interior space, all with a little patience and attention to detail.

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