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How to Apply Rubber Paint

SILK PLASTER Rubber Paint is a flexible, elastomeric waterproof coating that stretches more than 70% of its original size and performs in temperatures from -60C to +90C without cracking or peeling. Because it bonds to such a wide range of substrates, indoors and out, this guide covers four real applications filmed on location: a wood door, a metal surface, a roof, and a facade, each with its own preparation steps and technique.

Every surface behaves differently under a flexible coating. Use the tabs below to find your surface and read the preparation steps, then scroll down to watch the matching video and follow the full application guide.

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  • rubber paint for wooden surfacesWood Door
  • rubber paint for metal surfacesMetal
  • rubber paint for roofingRoof
  • rubber paint for facadesFacade

Wood Door

Exterior wood doors expand and contract with humidity and temperature, and a coating applied to them needs to move with the timber instead of fighting it. The elastomeric film of SILK PLASTER Rubber Paint is well suited to this, since it stretches with seasonal movement rather than cracking along the grain.

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    Sand the door back to a clean, dry surface and remove all loose paint, varnish, dust and grease. Fill any cracks or gouges in the timber and let the filler cure fully before continuing.

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    Prime bare or repaired wood with a wood suitable primer, paying attention to end grain and panel joints, which absorb the most moisture. Let the primer dry completely.

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    Apply SILK PLASTER Rubber Paint in two thin, even coats with a brush or roller, working along the grain. Allow the first coat to dry fully before applying the second.

Is the surface ready? Watch our video of a real wood door application below.

Metal

Bare or previously painted metal corrodes from underneath a coating long before any damage becomes visible on the surface, so preparation matters more here than on any other substrate on this page.

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    An anti-corrosion primer is mandatory before applying Rubber Paint to any metal surface. Skipping this step allows moisture to reach bare metal under the paint film, and rust will eventually lift the coating from the inside, even though the surface looks fine at first.

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    Remove rust, loose scale and old flaking paint back to a sound surface, then degrease it thoroughly. Any oil or grease left on the metal will stop the primer and paint from bonding properly.

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    Once the anti-corrosion primer has fully cured, apply Rubber Paint in two even coats by brush, roller or spray, allowing full drying time between coats.

Is the surface ready, and is the primer down? Watch our video of a real metal application below.

Roof

Roofs see the most extreme conditions of any surface on this page: direct sun, standing water and constant temperature swings, so both the weather on application day and the condition of the substrate need to be right before you start.

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    Clear the roof of moss, debris and loose material, and repair any cracks or flashing gaps before coating. Rubber Paint bridges hairline cracks but is not a substitute for structural roof repair.

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    Apply only in dry weather, with no rain forecast for at least 24 hours, and avoid application in direct midday heat or when the surface is too hot to touch.

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    Apply in two to three thin coats rather than one thick coat, letting each coat cure fully. Thin coats dry evenly and bond better than a single heavy application.

Is the roof ready and is the weather right? Watch our video of a real roof application below.

Facade

Facades combine large surface areas with constant weather exposure, so consistent preparation across the whole wall matters as much as the coating itself.

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    Repair cracks, gaps and damaged render first, and make sure the facade is clean, dry and free of loose or flaking material before priming.

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    Prime porous or previously painted render so the coating absorbs evenly across the whole facade. This prevents patchy sheen once the paint has dried.

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    Apply Rubber Paint in two even coats suited for exterior exposure, working in manageable sections and keeping a wet edge to avoid visible overlap lines.

Is the facade ready? Watch our video of a real facade application below.

IMPORTANT!

Rubber Paint is a ready to use coating. Do not dilute it with water or thinners, this weakens the elastomeric film and reduces its stretch and waterproofing performance.

Apply only in dry, frost-free conditions, and avoid direct application in extreme heat or direct sun on a hot surface. Check the current SILK PLASTER Rubber Paint technical data sheet for the exact application and curing temperature range before starting.

Always work in a ventilated area, and use gloves and eye protection, particularly when spraying.

Stir the paint thoroughly before use and periodically during application, especially after opening a can that has been stored for a while.

Allow full drying time between coats, and full cure time before exposing the surface to rain, foot traffic or immersion, such as pools and water reservoirs. Recoating too early traps moisture under the film.

Store cans sealed and upright, away from direct sunlight and frost, following the storage conditions on the can label.

On metal, the anti-corrosion primer step is not optional. See the Metal tab above for details.

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Application on Wood Door

Watch how Rubber Paint is applied to a wood door from start to finish. View Rubber Paint colours and products

Prepare the door

Sand back to a clean surface, fill any gouges, and wipe down to remove dust before priming.

Prime bare and repaired wood

Prime bare timber and any filled areas, then let the primer cure fully before opening the paint can.

Apply two coats

Brush or roll Rubber Paint along the grain in two thin coats, letting the first coat dry fully before the second.

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Application on Metal

Watch how Rubber Paint is applied to a metal surface, including the mandatory anti-corrosion primer step. View Rubber Paint colours and products

Apply anti-corrosion primer first

This step is mandatory on metal. Let the primer cure fully before applying Rubber Paint, skipping it allows corrosion to develop under the finished coating.

Clean and degrease the metal

Remove rust, loose scale and old paint, then degrease the surface so the primer and paint can bond properly.

Apply two coats of Rubber Paint

Brush, roll or spray two even coats over the cured primer, allowing full drying time between coats.

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Application on Roof

Watch how Rubber Paint is applied to a roof in real weather conditions. View Rubber Paint colours and products

Check the weather

Apply only in dry conditions with no rain expected for at least 24 hours, and avoid coating a roof that is hot to the touch.

Clear and repair the surface

Remove moss and debris, and repair cracks or flashing gaps before coating starts.

Apply two to three thin coats

Thin, even coats cure more reliably on a roof than one thick coat. Let each coat dry fully before the next.

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Application on Facade

Watch how Rubber Paint is applied to a facade, from surface repair to the finished coat. View Rubber Paint colours and products

Repair the render

Fill cracks and gaps and remove loose or flaking material before priming the facade.

Prime the surface

Prime porous or previously painted areas so the whole facade absorbs the coating evenly.

Apply two coats, keeping a wet edge

Work in manageable sections and keep a wet edge between passes to avoid visible overlap lines.

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How to Apply liquid wallpaper...

SILK PLASTER products are easy to prepare and apply, making it one of the easiest interior options for home makeover projects. On this page you’ll find extensive instructions, answering such questions as how to plaster a wall, how to repair tearing or fix cracks in plaster walls, and more.

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  • Silk Plaster - 1drywallDrywall Surface preperation
  • Silk Plaster - 2.bricksWalls in old houses
  • Silk Plaster - 3.metalSurface with metal parts
  • Silk Plaster - 4.paintpartially pained walls
  • Silk Plaster - 5.woodWooden surfaces
  • Silk Plaster - 6.concreteBare Concreate Plastered brick wall
  • Silk Plaster - 7.osbOSB - Oriented strand board

Drywall surface preparation

Drywall is currently widely used in the construction of internal partitions. Sheets are fixed with screws, and the joints are aligned using gypsum mixtures. This is a quick and economical way to create any interior solutions.

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    Gluing only joints of drywall sheets is one of the most common mistakes when repairing and applying liquid wallpaper. If the drywall is not primed sufficiently, then there is a chance that traces of joints between the plates will appear. Therefore, it is necessary to coat the entire wall area with a primer, even if the drywall sheets are even and smooth.

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    For best results, we recommend applying SILK PLASTER primer in 2-3 layers to the entire surface before applying liquid wallpaper, this is especially important for light colors.

Is the surface ready? Watch our tutorial video to properly prepare liquid wallpapers and apply them.

Walls in old houses

The materials used in the construction of such houses were of rather poor quality or simply outdated. Often it is not generally known what the walls are made of. Their surface is very insidious in that yellow spots and spots can appear on it due to rusty pipes, poor-quality wiring, and other mistakes of builders over decades of use. To avoid stains, carefully protect the walls.

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    First, you need to treat the entire surface with impregnation or a solution of the Silk Plaster proprietary primer. Then apply the original Silk Plaster primer in 2 coats. Pre-apply it in 2-3 small test areas to understand how the primer is laid on the walls.

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    To achieve the ideal result of applying liquid wallpaper, we recommend covering the walls with gypsum mixtures.

Is the surface ready? Watch our tutorial video to properly prepare liquid wallpapers and apply them.

Surface with metal parts

To prepare any surface for applying liquid wallpaper, it is necessary to degrease it and align it.

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    If there are any metal protruding or flat parts, such as lighting equipment, electrical panels, reinforcing bars, or ducts, they must also be treated with Silk Plaster primer.

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    At the same time, do not forget that constant access to electrical nodes is necessary, therefore, we recommend that you do not paint over them and do not cover with a plaster.

Is the surface ready? Watch our tutorial video to properly prepare liquid wallpapers and apply them.

Partially painted walls

Partial dyeing in bright colors is one of the most popular interior solutions. Applying different shades, you will make the room look more spacious. It is important to prevent the appearance of a smooth color transition (the so-called "waterline") after drying the liquid wallpaper.

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    We recommend priming the surface with Silk Plaster in 2 coats and then applying paint to give whiteness.

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    To achieve the ideal result of applying liquid wallpaper, we recommend that you first process the walls with gypsum mixtures.

Is the surface ready? Watch our tutorial video to properly prepare liquid wallpapers and apply them.

Wooden surfaces

Materials such as plywood, fiberboard, and MDF are used locally for certain interior solutions, such as doorways, arches, mezzanines.

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    Liquid wallpaper can be applied on wooden surfaces, making sure that they are not deformed by moisture and are properly fixed. Moreover, it is worth considering that the thinner the sheet, the greater the likelihood of its deformation.

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    To protect such surfaces before applying liquid wallpaper, we recommend using a proprietary Silk Plaster primer in 2-3 layers with longitudinal-transverse movements.

Is the surface ready? Watch our tutorial video to properly prepare liquid wallpapers and apply them.

Bare concrete, plastered brick wall

It is difficult to paint bare concrete or plaster with water-based paints. Due to the enormous absorbency of such surfaces, you can even apply 20 coats of paint and not achieve the required whiteness of the surface.

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    In this case, the optimal solution would be to cover the wall with gypsum mixtures, additionally, smooth the surface, and fill the pores with the material. And only then put the Silk Plaster primer in 2 layers. This will avoid the absorption of paint by concrete.

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    If the concrete wall is initially weak, strongly peels off, crumbles, then the use of any materials is difficult since adhesion is practically absent. To achieve the ideal result of applying liquid wallpaper, we recommend that you first plaster the walls with special compounds: you must use the standard reinforcing primer of any manufacturer.

Is the surface ready? Watch our tutorial video to properly prepare liquid wallpapers and apply them.

Oriented Strand Board (OSB)

Oriented strand board - a multilayer structural material with glued and pressed wood fiber as the main component.

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    It requires especially careful preparation of the surface, before applying liquid wallpaper we are strongly recommended sheathing the walls with drywall, or buy a ready-made version with sheathing from this material.

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    OSB can be of two types: with a low density for partitions inside the house and with a high density for external decoration due to the high degree of moisture resistance. This type of plate can be used in outdoor decoration. When designing partitions, we recommend using moisture-resistant boards for exterior and interior decoration, as they are more versatile. Such plates should be plastered with gypsum mixtures and painted either with a primer or treated with water-based paint.

Is the surface ready? Watch our tutorial video to properly prepare liquid wallpapers and apply them.

IMPORTANT!

If you need several SILK PLASTER packages, mix all of them with water at once. Partial mixing of the package is forbidden.

Use only one kneading to cover the whole surface of the wall or ceiling. Don’t use two or more different portions of mixture for the same surface.

Prepared mixture should be used within 48 hours of soaking.

Note the importance of keeping right temperature and humidity throughout the period from the beginning of making up the mixture till the end of application. Air temperature in the working space should be no lower than 15 degrees Celsius, the humidity should be not more than 70%.

Keep SILK PLASTER packages in a dry place with a temperature from 5 to 40 degrees Celsius, away from sunlight. If these conditions are met and the package is sealed, expiration date is not limited.

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Application of material

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Combine SILK PLASTER with water

Considering the surface area value, calculate the amount of total mixture needed. It matters because surface of one wall (or ceiling surface) should be completely covered with material from only one kneading. Pour the water into a plastic container and add the contents of the package. The required volume of water is indicated on the package. The temperature of water needed is 20-25 degrees Celsius. Water should be free from sediment and impurities.

 

CALCULATE WATER AMOUNT
Fort2,5 liters
Miracle, Versailles II3 liters
Nord, East, Provence, Art Design4,5 liters
Master, Optima, Standard5 liters
Relief, Premium, Prestige, Victoria, Air Line, West, South, Versailles I6 liters

Once the method is clear, the material itself is chosen by texture and coverage. All 13 collections are compared side by side on the liquid wallpaper page.

Add decorative elements

If desired, add glitters and/or other decorative additives, evenly distributing them within the mixture. All types of glitters and additives are purchased separately.

Mix the material by your hand or using a drill

Mix the material thoroughly by hand to prevent the formation of clots of glue. Some materials need to be stirred using a drill with a mixer nozzle. Read the instructions on the package to find out if using of drill is required for the particular material. Put the soaked mixture in a plastic bag and leave it for 12 hours.

Apply the SILK PLASTER mixture

In small portions spread the prepared material evenly over the entire surface using the plastic trowel. Wait 1-2 hours after application of the mixture and flatten the surface using the trowel. Wet the trowel in the water before use it.

Apply varnish

The final step is to cover the wall or ceiling with SILK PLASTER branded varnish in order to increase durability.

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It is possible to become a distributor for SILK PLASTER. You can find SILK PLASTER in more than 900 boutiques located all over the world. Numerous multi-brand stores also retail our products as well as thousands of private traders. We are always actively working to expand our distribution network and would be very happy to hear from you!

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