Covering a wooden house with flat slate. Flat slate facade - about the material, the pros and cons of the technology, the experience of the portal’s craftsmen

The range of materials for construction is constantly growing, and the need for various high-quality new products is in demand by specialists, builders, and sellers. However, ordinary and long-known asbestos became the basis for the production of a material that today is called ATSEID slate.

a brief description of

ATSEID slate is an asbestos-cement electrical board that is moisture and electrical resistant. Its description and characteristics, production stages and installation have their own characteristics. Long fibers of peridot and cement are pressed under very high pressure, as a result of which reinforced products receive high strength. The thickness of the finished slab varies - from 6 mm to 40 mm. This material is used in a variety of fields. It is often used in outdoor construction due to its moisture resistance and resistance to electrical conduction. It is common in the construction of livestock buildings, suitable for concreting formwork, and used in the construction of partitions.

The manufacturing technology of this slate makes it ideal material for roofing. When painting the surface with ATSEID, the slab does not lose its characteristic qualities. Strong heating does not cause ignition. It is very resistant to various damages and impacts. Load 350–400 kilograms per square meter is valid for different brands ATSEID, so partitions made from ATSEID boards will last for decades.

Installation is quite simple, however, hammering nails into the ACEID sheet is prohibited, therefore it is necessary to make special holes by drilling, and then fix the board to the surface. ACEID sheets can be cut in the same way as asbestos-cement pipes, often used in country construction during the manufacture chimneys, you can use an ordinary grinder, but it is better if the disc is diamond-coated. High strength and low weight of products explain their high popularity among professionals in the construction of pipelines or industrial facilities, as well as in country and agricultural construction. It is not subject to rusting and rotting, and fungus cannot spoil it either.

It has been proven that the use of ACEID does not lead to pollution of nature and the environment, no harmful elements are released from the material, dangerous human health. The approximate service life of ACEID slabs is more than 50 years, moreover, this service life is the lowest. We can safely talk about it as a material of the future.

Peculiarities

ATSEID is, first of all, a high-strength building material. It is used in construction, namely on sites where insulation from water, fire or electricity is required. ATSEID has many advantages, especially in comparison with similar materials, for example, before conventional asbestos-cement wave sheet. Possessing properties such as heat, noise and electrical insulation, this material is indispensable in the construction of industrial facilities. Defining ATSEID slate, it should be said that this material is obtained by pressing cement with the addition of chrysolite fibers. In other words, the ATSEID sheet is an asbestos-cement electrical board with the highest density and strength.

Properties

ATSEID has several basic properties.

• Resistant to temperature changes. This building material can be used in the Far North with incredibly low temperatures. In climatic zones where sudden temperature changes are possible, it is also indispensable. ATSEID sheets also tolerate high temperatures well. These qualities allow it to be used both indoors and outdoors.
• High sound insulation. ATSEID does not allow noise to pass through. High levels of noise and sound insulation make it possible to use it in the construction of various premises. Often partitions are made from it or laid on the flooring. Since the material is highly durable, it is ideal for leveling the floor level, because this sheet is flat and has absolutely flat surface with great wear resistance and impact resistance.

• Electrical insulation. The ACEID sheet does not skip electricity. This quality allows it to be widely used in production, for example, when installing spark arresting partitions. Bases for transformers and various industrial electrical installations, as well as lining of induction furnaces are made from it.
• Waterproof. The ability to repel water makes it possible to use ACEID in the construction of irrigation canals, in agricultural facilities, and in the construction of bathrooms (in large social premises).
• Fire resistance. Often this material is used for roof repairs, roof installations and fences. It protects the object from fire and from possible spread of flame. A fence made using partitions made from ACEID sheets will protect against fires, for example, from burning grass and will not allow fire to penetrate beyond the fence.

• Environmental Safety. If all rules are followed at each stage of production, the output is an environmentally friendly material that does not cause harm to nature and human health.
• Ease of installation. When working with sheets of this material, you will need the usual tools available in the arsenal of any builder. Most often, a regular grinder is used; the sheets are easy to cut and saw. And its surface can be treated with paint, usually acrylic, for additional protection from possible damage.
• Durability. At correct operation and use, this building material will last for decades. Often its service life is 50–60 years. Throughout the entire period of use, all the properties described above are preserved.

Flaws

However, some researchers talk about the disadvantages of ACEID sheets due to the use of asbestos compounds in its production. Western countries and completely abandoned the production and use of this material. In European countries, asbestos-cement sheets are not used in construction and are not even produced. But this statement can be disputed, since, observing all the rules during production, the material turns out to be environmentally friendly. But, when purchasing, the consumer has the right to demand from the seller both sanitary and hygienic and quality certificates. You should not take cheaper analogues that do not have certificates or are manufactured according to different specifications. And also one of the disadvantages is the growth of moss. But today this drawback is eliminated by treating the surface with primers and special compounds, repelling moisture and enhancing the durability of the material.

Dimensions

ATSEID can be regular, roofing, medium wavy and wavy. It is often manufactured as a reinforced wall profile. ATSEID sheets are also divided into pressed and non-pressed. But, the main thing is that production must be carried out in accordance with GOST. The size range is varied. Sheets of such parameters as 3500x1500 mm, 1500x1000 mm, 1750x1100 mm are often used.

The dimensions of the ATSEID sheet used for roof construction are approximately 1750–2500 mm in length. The sheet thickness is 6–8 mm, width is 1200 mm. When comparing the ATsEID sheet and a conventional profile sheet, it should be noted that one ATsEID sheet is sufficient to cover 1.5 m² of roofing, thanks to which you can avoid joining as much as possible and make the coating airtight. Reinforced profile sheets bigger size, while the sheet wave size reaches a height of up to 45–54 mm.

Sheets of this material are the most bending-resistant and heavy-weight. Their weight reaches more than 40 kg. Although installation from heavy sheets is not always convenient and causes difficulties. The most used and versatile option is the medium wave sheet. It is most often used in roofing and on objects industrial production, as well as during the construction of residential buildings.

What are the differences?

ATSEID has greater strength and density compared to corrugated asbestos-cement sheet. The figures differ by almost 4 times. In addition, the comparison in terms of durability is also not in favor of slate. This allows us to conclude that flat ATSEID differs from wave slate in durability, strength, and reliability. ATSEID sheets have differences in the degree of load. The following markings are available for sale: ATSEID 350, ATSEID 400, ATSEID 450, ATSEID 500. Each type has its own characteristics of strength, density and maximum load. Different sheets are used at each stage of construction different sizes, and the density depends on the conditions and requirements.

Main Applications

Roofing, roofing- This is the main area where asbestos-cement sheet is used. This material is easy to install due to its composition, shape and structure. When arranging a roof with its use, maximum tightness is achieved. This quality allows the use of ACEID in residential, industrial or warehouse construction. Don’t think that the sheets are the same type and gray. Due to the fact that the surface is easy to paint, it is possible to implement various design ideas and decorative ideas.

When choosing building materials for finishing the basement, most developers give preference to those that are distinguished not only by their durability, neat appearance and resistance to weather changes, but also by their affordable price and ease of installation.

Today, consumers often “vote with their rubles” for flat slate, since this relatively inexpensive material demonstrates high performance characteristics, is easy to install, and the ability to paint it in various colors adds beauty and individuality to the building.

Features of flat slate

Flat slate sheets are produced by mixing asbestos fiber and Portland cement with the addition of water.

In this case, asbestos is placed throughout the mixture in equal parts and thus forms a reinforcing base to give the slate strength.

Currently construction market for the home offers 2 types of rectangular sheets of industrially produced flat slate - pressed and unpressed standard sizes: 2500x1200 mm (with a sheet thickness of 6-10 mm); 3000x1500 mm (with a thickness of 8-10 mm); 3600x1500 mm (with a thickness of 8-10 mm).

An unpressed sheet has a lower strength characteristic, a 2-fold shorter freeze-thaw cycle and, accordingly, a lower cost. In other respects, it is almost the same as the pressed sheet. As a building material for protecting the foundation of a house, flat slate is attractive because:

• financially beneficial;
• has a long service life, is not subject to rotting and corrosion;
• resistant to bending;
• not dependent on temperature changes, resists gusts of wind, snow storms, does not overheat in the sun, withstands 25-50 freeze-thaw cycles;
• provides sound insulation;
• due to the presence of asbestos in its composition, it is fireproof and is not a conductor of electric current;
• resistant to aggressive environments, including chemical impurities and acids. Reflects ultraviolet, radioactive and electromagnetic radiation;
• easy to install regardless of the time of year.

At the same time, despite all the advantages of flat slate, the following nuances should be taken into account when using it:

• due to the increased fragility of the material, care is required during transportation and installation;
• has a lot of weight, which does not allow covering the base with slate without helpers;
• requires treatment with antiseptic agents to prevent the growth of moss;
• not environmentally friendly when cutting due to asbestos dust generated during operation, requires the use of personal protective equipment;

Nevertheless, thanks to the ease of laying flat slate with your own hands, which does not require professional skills, you save money on hiring hired finishing specialists. And the speed of installation due to its simple technology will save time.

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Technology for finishing the plinth with flat slate sheets

To cover the base with slate, you will need to attach the sheets to the sheathing of wooden beams similar to fastening drywall. If necessary, a layer can be laid between the frame posts mineral wool as thermal insulation.

To connect the sheets to the frame, nails or self-tapping screws and fastening layouts (clasps) are used. It is impossible to drive nails directly into the sheet due to its fragility to point loads. Therefore, to prevent the sheet from cracking and splitting into pieces, holes are pre-drilled in it, with a slightly larger diameter (1-1.5 mm) than those of the fasteners used.

Required amount building materials(slate, wooden beams, thermal insulation layer and acrylic paint) are calculated by using a tape measure to measure the height of the base, the width of the foundation overhang (if present) and the perimeter of the building.

The following working tools will be useful:

• gloves and respirator;
• ruler, building level;
• chisel;
• cutter;
• screwdriver;
• circular saw;
• electric jigsaw;
• spray gun;
• screws, nails;
• slate clamps.

Before starting work on covering the base, you should carefully inspect the slate for cracks, chips and deformations, so that when cutting the sheets, these are the places that go to waste. Cutting slate is as easy as shelling pears: if the sheet is up to 6 mm thick, place it on the table, at the site of the required break, make notches along the edges using a ruler, a chisel and cutter move the slate to the edge of the table to the marked edge, apply pressure - and the required break will be made.

But if the thickness of the purchased sheet is more than 10 mm, then you cannot do without an electric saw, and the slate must be sprayed when cutting cold water for cooling. If there is a need to cut an asbestos-cement sheet to length, then to prevent its destruction, cut off at least 0.6 cm. On freshly cut parts of the slate, all places of breaks or cuts must be painted over using special acrylic paints.

This seemingly inconspicuous material has a fairly large number of applications and uses. Construction material aceid 400 used and applied in electrical engineering, in agriculture, during the construction of houses, and can also be used in the country.

What are the uses of the material - aceid?

1. Construction of partitions to extinguish sparks, since the material is not flammable.

2. Use as a channel through which wires run.

3. Used to protect high-voltage structures from lightning strikes.

4. Used in electrical panels as a spacer element. Since it has zero conductivity.

5. Used as roofing material.

6. Used for finishing apartment balconies.

7. Used for the construction of partitions for bathrooms and bathrooms. Because it does not conduct moisture.

8. Due to its strength characteristics, Aceid 400 is used for leveling floors. Both under the screed and on top of the screed. Let me remind you that 1 m2 of sheet can withstand a load of up to 400 kg.

9. Aceid is used when constructing a fence. This may be especially true for those whose dacha is located next to high-voltage structures. Because there you cannot use corrugated sheeting, chain-link mesh and barbed wire together with metal poles. There are two options here.

The first is metal poles, wooden sheathing and aceid sheets.

The second is concrete columns, two corners as lathing and we attach sheets of aceid or ordinary slate to them. The cost is very cheap and acceptable. At the same time, there will be no questions from owners of high-voltage structures.

More cheap option plant blackberries around the perimeter. And the berry will be useful and no one will climb through it, you just need to trim it periodically.

10. Used to create an enclosure for animals.

11. At the dacha, it can be used for arranging beds in the vegetable garden and in the greenhouse. This material will not rot like wood and will last quite a long time.

12. At the dacha, you can use aceid boards to decorate paths.

13. At the dacha, with the help of aceid, you can make an outdoor shower, a toilet, a canopy, and a compost pit.

14. Used as formwork aceid 400 when concreting the foundation. Moreover, if such formwork is not removed, but left in place, there will be additional protection for the foundation from moisture. Since the sheets are moisture resistant. Naturally, you need to pay attention to the seams between the sheets so that water does not get through them to the foundation. To do this, it is enough to cover the seams with waterproofing material. There was formwork, the foundation began to be waterproofed. It can also be used as formwork when concreting the floor.

15. Cladding of building facades. The surface of the slab can be painted in any color. The advantage of using this material is that aceid is able to protect the building from electromagnetic and radioactive radiation. This is especially true for those who live next to high-voltage structures and power lines.

Methods of using the material aceid 400 very different due to their properties. This is not a complete list of where aceid can be used.

Flat slate- a direct relative of the well-known and widespread wave slate. But thanks to its smooth structure, it has many more applications.

What is it, flat slate?

Slate is an asbestos-cement material intended primarily for roofing. And in the past he did an excellent job with this task, but on modern market of building materials, it is beginning to lose ground. However, despite the wide range roofing materials, it remains in demand due to its affordable price. And manufacturers of flat slate are helped by the practicality of this material, which can be used to sheathe the facade and cover the roof.

The composition of flat slate does not have a complex recipe: Portland cement, asbestos fiber and water. The asbestos in this mixture should be evenly distributed throughout the entire mass. It is asbestos that creates a reinforcing base in this simple composition, thanks to which the sheet becomes durable. The mixture hardens in special molds of a certain size, and the result is sheets of flat slate.

Flat slate sheets can be produced in two varieties:

• pressed asbestos-cement (LP-P). This species can withstand very low temperature(about 50 freezing and thawing cycles). Impact strength of this sheet is 2.5 kJ/m2, and the bending strength of the slab is 23 MPa. The residual strength of pressed slate is 40%, with a material density of 1.8 g/cm 3 .
• asbestos-cement non-pressed (LP-NP). Unpressed material has less high performance, but also finds its place in construction and is widely used indoors. This slate can withstand exactly half (25) freeze and thaw cycles. Impact strength is 2 kJ/m2, and bending strength is 18 MPa. The density of the unpressed material is 1.6 g/cm 3 . The residual density has the same figure of 40%.

The listed characteristics are indicated by manufacturers on the labels, and this information can be easily obtained from the seller. But the performance properties of the material are also influenced by the quality of asbestos used in the manufacture: the length and diameter of its fibers, mineralogical composition, fineness of grinding and even the level of equipment at which it is produced. It is almost impossible to find out this information, so it is better to purchase flat slate from well-known manufacturers.

You can only purchase sheets rectangular shape, but in several size variations:

1. sheet length – 300 cm, width – 150 cm, thickness – 0.8–1 cm;
2. length – 250 cm, width – 120 cm, thickness – 0.6–1 cm;
3. length – 360 cm, width – 150 cm, thickness – 0.8–1 cm.

Finishing the facade with flat slate: arguments for and against

The scope of application of flat slate is very wide and varied. This material can be found in various fields of construction. In industrial construction, for example, flat sheets are found in the fencing of technical shafts and boxes, in the cladding of external and interior walls, in the production of formwork. This material is often used to construct bird cages, fences and fences for livestock and agricultural land.

Often flat slabs can be seen in dacha areas, where they are widely used for the construction of outbuildings, shower stalls, fences, roofs, etc. Flat sheets are used as facade cladding, for the installation of dry screeds and for the construction of sandwich panel walls. The same material can be seen in the city when constructing loggias and balconies.

Such a wide range of uses is possible due to a number of advantages that this material has:

• combination of material availability, low price and high quality;
• durability - its service life is more than 15 years;
• has high resistance to impacts, bending and freezing;
• has sound insulation properties;
• does not support the combustion process;
• not susceptible to mold and mildew;
• is not a conductor of electric current;
• does not rot and does not corrode.

Of course, along with the advantages, you should also take into account all the existing disadvantages before covering the house with flat slate. Negative characteristics are represented by the following positions:

• when installing slate, you will need an assistant, since the weight of the sheet will not allow you to carry out the work yourself;
• the sheets are durable, but at the same time very fragile, so you need to transport and work with them very carefully;
• after installation, it requires mandatory coating with special compounds to protect the surface and prevent the appearance of moss;
• asbestos is an environmentally unsafe material and large quantities harmful.

Having analyzed all the advantages and disadvantages, we can conclude that finishing the facade with flat slate would be a good idea. This material is capable of soundproofing a house and protecting walls from impacts. external environment for more than 15 years and at the same time it will cost quite cheap. The only thing is that you will have to find a careful assistant to make everything planned into reality.

How to sheathe a house with flat slate: action plan

Slate is a fairly fragile material, which requires you to work with it carefully and competently. Before proceeding with installation, you need to familiarize yourself with the features of working with this material. There are just a few rules that, if followed, can facilitate the work process and prevent negative consequences:

• you need to prepare a respirator or protective mask that can protect Airways from asbestos dust generated when cutting slate;
• you cannot cut very thin strips - the minimum width is 6 mm, otherwise the edge will begin to deform and collapse;
• all slate sections must be treated with acrylic paint;
• in order to drive a nail into a slate slab, you must first drill a hole for it;
• It is necessary to visually inspect each sheet for deformations and cracks.

A step-by-step scheme for covering a house with flat slate is as follows:

How to sheathe a house with flat slate - step-by-step diagram

Step 1: Preparing the work surface

The slate will be attached to the frame, so the first step is to ensure the presence of wooden sheathing. The sheathing can be made of boards or timber, which will be laid at a distance in accordance with the size of the slate sheet (approximately 0.6 m). If desired, you can add a layer of waterproofing or thermal insulation between the frame. Mineral wool is also suitable for this.

Flat slate is a direct relative of the well-known and widespread wave slate. But thanks to its smooth structure, it has many more applications.

What is it, flat slate?

Slate is an asbestos-cement material intended primarily for roofing. And in the past, he did an excellent job with this task, but in the modern building materials market he is beginning to lose his position. However, despite the wide range of roofing materials, it remains in demand due to its affordable price. And manufacturers of flat slate are helped by the practicality of this material, which can be used to sheathe the facade and cover the roof.

The composition of flat slate does not have a complex recipe: Portland cement, asbestos fiber and water. The asbestos in this mixture should be evenly distributed throughout the entire mass. It is asbestos that creates a reinforcing base in this simple composition, thanks to which the sheet becomes durable. The mixture hardens in special molds of a certain size, and the result is sheets of flat slate.

Flat slate sheets can be produced in two varieties:

• pressed asbestos-cement (LP-P). This species can withstand very low temperatures (about 50 freeze-thaw cycles). The impact strength of this sheet is 2.5 kJ/m2, and the bending strength of the plate is 23 MPa. The residual strength of pressed slate is 40%, with a material density of 1.8 g/cm 3 .
• asbestos-cement non-pressed (LP-NP). Non-pressed material does not have such high performance, but also finds its place in construction and is widely used indoors. This slate can withstand exactly half (25) freeze and thaw cycles. Impact strength is 2 kJ/m2, and bending strength is 18 MPa. The density of the unpressed material is 1.6 g/cm 3 . The residual density has the same figure of 40%.

The listed characteristics are indicated by manufacturers on the labels, and this information can be easily obtained from the seller. But the performance properties of the material are also influenced by the quality of asbestos used in the manufacture: the length and diameter of its fibers, mineralogical composition, fineness of grinding and even the level of equipment at which it is produced. It is almost impossible to find out this information, so it is better to purchase flat slate from well-known manufacturers.

You can only purchase sheets of rectangular shape, but in several size variations:

1. sheet length – 300 cm, width – 150 cm, thickness – 0.8–1 cm;
2. length – 250 cm, width – 120 cm, thickness – 0.6–1 cm;
3. length – 360 cm, width – 150 cm, thickness – 0.8–1 cm.

Finishing the facade with flat slate: arguments for and against

The scope of application of flat slate is very wide and varied. This material can be found in various fields of construction. In industrial construction, for example, flat sheets are found in the fencing of technical shafts and boxes, in the cladding of external and internal walls, and in the manufacture of formwork. This material is often used to construct bird cages, fences and fences for livestock and agricultural land.

Often flat slabs can be seen in dacha areas, where they are widely used for the construction of outbuildings, shower stalls, fences, roofs, etc. Flat sheets are used as facade cladding, for the installation of dry screeds and for the construction of sandwich panel walls. The same material can be seen in the city when constructing loggias and balconies.

Such a wide range of uses is possible due to a number of advantages that this material has:

• combination of material availability, low price and high quality;
• durability - its service life is more than 15 years;
• has high resistance to impacts, bending and freezing;
• has sound insulation properties;
• does not support the combustion process;
• not susceptible to mold and mildew;
• is not a conductor of electric current;
• does not rot and does not corrode.

Of course, along with the advantages, you should also take into account all the existing disadvantages before covering the house with flat slate. Negative characteristics are represented by the following positions:

• when installing slate, you will need an assistant, since the weight of the sheet will not allow you to carry out the work yourself;
• the sheets are durable, but at the same time very fragile, so you need to transport and work with them very carefully;
• after installation, it requires mandatory coating with special compounds to protect the surface and prevent the appearance of moss;
• Asbestos is an environmentally unsafe material and is harmful in large quantities.

Having analyzed all the advantages and disadvantages, we can conclude that finishing the facade with flat slate would be a good idea. This material is capable of soundproofing a house, protecting walls from environmental influences for more than 15 years, and at the same time is quite inexpensive. The only thing is that you will have to find a careful assistant to make everything planned into reality.

How to sheathe a house with flat slate: action plan

Slate is a fairly fragile material, which requires you to work with it carefully and competently. Before proceeding with installation, you need to familiarize yourself with the features of working with this material. There are just a few rules that, if followed, can facilitate the work process and prevent negative consequences:

• you need to prepare a respirator or protective mask that can protect the respiratory tract from asbestos dust that appears when cutting slate;
• you cannot cut very thin strips - the minimum width is 6 mm, otherwise the edge will begin to deform and collapse;
• all slate sections must be treated with acrylic paint;
• in order to drive a nail into a slate slab, you must first drill a hole for it;
• It is necessary to visually inspect each sheet for deformations and cracks.

A step-by-step scheme for covering a house with flat slate is as follows:

How to sheathe a house with flat slate - step-by-step diagram

Step 1: Preparing the work surface

The slate will be attached to the frame, so the first step is to ensure the presence of wooden sheathing. The sheathing can be made of boards or timber, which will be laid at a distance in accordance with the size of the slate sheet (approximately 0.6 m). If desired, you can add a layer of waterproofing or thermal insulation between the frame. Cellulose insulation ecowool or mineral wool are suitable for this.

Step 2: Preparing the Flat Slate

Before work, the facing material must be inspected and deformed sheets removed. Next, you need to measure and cut the slate so that it is ready for installation. Cutting is the most crucial and difficult moment.

• if the sheet has a thickness of no more than 6 mm, then the cutting process looks like this: use a ruler and pencil to mark the cut line, then notches are made on both sides. Next, you need to place the sheet on the table so that the edge of the table and the break line coincide, and carefully break it;
• if the sheet is more than 6 mm thick, then you need to use a saw. The material will need to be periodically cooled with water during the cutting process.

Slate sheets that have any flaws (cracks, chips, unevenness) must be cut first if there is a need for smaller slabs.

Step 3: Installing Flat Slate

The slate is attached to the sheathing using screws, for which a hole is pre-drilled. The heads of these screws will be covered with fastening tabs. The diameter of the hole for the screws should be 1–2 mm wider than the nails and screws used to avoid cracks and splits at the fastening points.

Step 4: Processing

At the final stage, you need to treat the slate with special products that will protect it from the appearance of mosses and lichens. Well suited for these purposes acrylic paint. It is better to paint using a sprayer or spray gun.