What is Wallcare putty ?
Birla White Cement : Products Wallcare Putty FaqsWallcare putty is a water resistant base coating which provides a protective base to your expensive paints.
What are the main constituents of Wallcare Putty ?
Birla White Cement : Products Wallcare Putty FaqsWallcare Putty consists of Birla white cement, high Quality polymers and specialty chemicals and mineral fillers
What is the ideal coverage of Wallcare Putty ?
Birla White Cement : Products Wallcare Putty FaqsAlthough coverage would depend on surface Quality, in general, coverage for SF is 20-22 Sft/Kg and for MF it is 9-10 Sqft/kg.
Can Wallcare Putty be compared to POP ?
Birla White Cement : Products Wallcare Putty FaqsWallcare is a much better product than POP as POP is extremely hygroscopic and is susceptible to the ingress of moisture, which damages the surface. As Wallcare Putty is cement based and water resistant such problems do not arise. More over the coverage of the paint is much more in case of Wallcare Putty. Over POP a coat of primer is must whereas that is not so in case of Wallcare Putty
Can I use Wallcare Putty on moist walls ?
Birla White Cement : Products Wallcare Putty FaqsYes, Wallcare putty has a unique formulation which makes it suitable for application on moist surfaces Yes, Wallcare Putty provides a breathable surface and allows any trapped moisture to move out keeping the wall dry and clean
Is Wallcare Putty suitable for external application ?
Birla White Cement : Products Wallcare Putty FaqsWallcare Putty is the only putty of its kind, which is suitable for external as well as internal application.
How many grades /types of Wallcare Putty are available and how are they different ?
Birla White Cement : Products Wallcare Putty FaqsThere are two grades of Wallcare Putty, namely SF( fine putty) and MF (Coarse Putty). WallCare-MF is used as first coat on the surface and final finishing is done by applying SF.
How many coats of Wallcare Putty are applied on the surface before painting ?
Birla White Cement : Products Wallcare Putty FaqsNumber of coats would depend on quality of surface receiving it , normally 1-2 coat of MF and 1-2 coat SF is ideal.
How can I increase thickness of Wallcare Putty coat to cover undulations in wall ?
Birla White Cement : Products Wallcare Putty FaqsWallcare Putty-SF is not to be used as leveling material. However, for such cases, coarse putty (WallCare-MF) in multiple coats can be used.
What number emery paper is to be used for dressing of surface for final coat of Wallcare Putty ?
Birla White Cement : Products Wallcare Putty FaqsIdeally the finished surface do not require any dressing by Emery Paper but if at all it is done, the paper should not be less than 500 number.
What is PuTTY?
PuTTY FAQThese protocols are all used to run a remote session on a computer, over a network. PuTTY implements the client end of that session: the end at which the session is displayed, rather than the end at which it runs. In really simple terms: you run PuTTY on a Windows machine, and tell it to connect to (for example) a Unix machine. PuTTY opens a window.
What is Silly Putty made from?
Silly ScienceSilly Putty is made primarily from silicone and color pigments. Silly Putty was discovered in 1943 by James Wright who mixed boric acid and silicone oil together. Colors are also added to Silly Putty to create a broad array of fun shades. The combination creates a "solid liquid" which can be molded, stretched and bounced.
What else can you do with Silly Putty?
Silly ScienceThere are a zillion uses for Silly Putty, 101 of which were humorously cataloged by author Linda Sunshine in her book, "101 Uses for Silly Putty." Some of those uses include: Cleaning typewriter and computer keys; plugging leaks; removing lint from clothing; leveling the leg of a wobbly table; helping smokers kick the habit; as a stress reliever; and as a forearm strengthener. Do you have a silly use for Silly Putty? Be sure to enter our "50 Silliest Uses for Silly Putty" contest at this link.
What is lime putty?
Lime putty, lime mortars, lime plasters and limewash at unbe...This is quicklime that has been slaked. Lime putty is sometimes also called non-hydraulic lime or 'fat lime'.
What is the difference between slaked lime putty for frescoes and the regular slaked lime?
Frequently Asked Questions about Historic MasonrySlaked lime putty is quicklime (burned limestone) that has been mixed with water and allowed to age. Slaked lime putty for frescoes is finer than regular slaked lime, and it's been aged longer in order to make it smoother. This is crucial for frescoe work, which depends on very smooth surfaces.
CAN I USE BODY FILLER OR PUTTY WITH POR-15?
POR-15 Inc. - FAQYes. First paint both sides of the rusted area with POR-15; then use body filler or putty as soon as the POR-15 is dry to the touch.
Why do tits eat the putty around my windows?
The RSPB: Advice: Frequently asked questionsMembers of the tit family frequently indulge in this activity in the late autumn and winter. The exact reason is not known. Birds may be able to hear or see insects in the wood it is old. They may also have a liking for the linseed in the putty. It may be that the putty contains a mineral or other substance that is lacking in the birds natural diet, and it is trying to make up for the deficiency.
Where did Silly Putty come from?
Silly ScienceA man-eating flowering plant from the deepest, darkest jungles of the Amazon...only kidding. Silly Putty was discovered in 1943 by scientist James Wright, who was working on a synthetic rubber substitute for General Electric during World War II. While the mixture of silicone oil and boric acid was a dud as a rubber substitute, the substance did have some unique properties. Wright found that it could be molded, stretched and bounced.
