Finishing putty “Prospectors”: properties and application

Finishing work includes many stages of work, including creating a smooth surface using putty mixtures. This helps to get the ideal base for any type of finishing material. Among the many compositions on the market, the Russian product stands out - Starateli putty. It has good moisture resistance and is easy to apply to the surface. Other features of Prospector putty and its varieties will be discussed in detail below.

Information about the manufacturing company

was formed in Moscow in 1992 and initially was only engaged in the production of ready-made putty. Later, the range of truly high-quality products was seriously expanded; a whole list of dry building mixtures was introduced into it. In a short period of time, the company organized high-tech production, introduced computerized control systems and established a powerful sales system.

The recipe for “Starateli” putties uses only selected raw materials and safe components, while the prices for the goods remain quite affordable. Many putties can be used in the most difficult climatic conditions, and all of them are of guaranteed stable quality. Now the company has 15 production lines in the Moscow region and 4 branches in other regions of Russia, producing more than 80 types of goods for various finishing works.

Peculiarities

The main distinctive property of the finishing putty “Starateli” is a high degree of adhesion to the base, which contributes to a long period of operation and prevents cracking or delamination of the coating.

Another feature that the company relies on as a competitive advantage is the high quality of the mixture. This organization pays close attention to production using modern technologies and almost completely automated processes for quality control of dry mixtures. Moreover, this control is carried out continuously at all production sites, starting from the receipt of raw materials and ending with the dispatch of the finished product to the warehouse.

For more than 20 years, the company has been constantly improving the formulations of its repair compositions in order to improve their operational and technical parameters. In the production of dry mixes, only selected raw materials from proven and well-established suppliers are used.

The company's production facilities are constantly being modernized, which further improves the accuracy of dosages and, accordingly, improves the quality of the finished product.

Other properties inherent in the finishing putty “Prospectors”:

• Easy to prepare. Simply dilute the dry mixture with water in proportions according to the instructions. At the same time, it can be mixed manually without the use of special devices.
• The ability to prepare putty mixtures of various viscosities by increasing or decreasing the volume of added water.
• Ensuring the creation of an even finishing layer. The putty lays evenly on the base, does not flow, does not form lumps, cavities or cracks. Well masks all the imperfections of the previous layer.
• High degree of elasticity, which ensures ease of application of the composition. The putty mixture is easy to apply; it does not create “tracks” and does not stick to the spatula.

• The speed of hardening of the plaster layer. The material dries in about 2-6 hours. It all depends on what layer of putty was applied.
• Ease of surface treatment. After drying, the putty base is well sanded with a mesh or fine sandpaper.
• High degree of hygroscopicity. The putty absorbs well and at the same time releases water and air well, which means it creates a kind of “breathable” coating.
• Abrasion resistance.

• Good compatibility with building mixtures from other manufacturers. If the base layer of the plaster coating is made with a putty of one name, and the finishing layer is supposed to be applied using the “Prospectors” putty, then there is nothing wrong with that. Thanks to its good adhesive properties, this material will fit well on any base.
• Safety for human health. Each type of finishing putty has a certificate or conclusion confirming the product’s compliance with sanitary and hygienic standards, both Russian and European.

• Availability of putties of different degrees of readiness for use: dry mixture and solution.
• Convenient packaging options. Dry material is packaged in bags of 5, 12 and 20 kilograms, the finished solution is packed in buckets of 7 and 15 kilograms.
• The product has a long shelf life if unopened – one year. Moreover, exposure to low temperatures is allowed.
• Ease of transportation and storage.
• Low price.

But the finishing putty “Starateli” also has some disadvantages: the finished mixture must be used immediately, otherwise after an hour it will be unusable due to hardening. And from this follows the second drawback: increased material consumption and increased time spent on repair work due to the need to prepare a new mixture.

Working with putty

If you have putty on your hands from the company Starateli, the work ahead of you will be quite easy. Preparing the mixture is not difficult even for a beginner.

Working with the material includes three stages:

• Surface preparation;
• Preparation of the solution;
• Applying the mixture.

Now we will consider each of these stages in more detail.

Surface preparation

Everything is standard here. If plaster was used, surface treatment will be quite simple. It’s a little more difficult with a brick and concrete base, for example.

Your task is to get rid of traces of oil and old paint, clean the areas, and achieve the required degree of dryness. Wood and plaster must be primed. The plaster is not necessarily treated with a primer, although this action will not be superfluous.

Preparation of the solution

In order for the putty and plaster to stick well to the surface, you need to follow simple rules when preparing the solution. Due to this putty and plaster, miners will show their best qualities. Prospectors prepare the finishing putty approximately according to this scheme.

1. For 1 kg of mixture, you need to add up to 400 to 580 milliliters of water, kept in advance to reach room temperature. It is not recommended to dilute the dry mixture with cold tap water.
2. The solution is mixed manually or using a drill with a special attachment.
3. Stir until a homogeneous mass is obtained, which should be left to infuse for about 10 minutes. After this, the solution is actively mixed again.
4. The prepared kilogram of the mixture is suitable for use within an hour. After this, the solution can no longer be applied. Therefore, calculate in advance how much putty you will need per hour of work.

Application

The application rules are not much different from the use of any other putty. The same finishing coat from Vetonit is applied in the same way. But we still recall the main points:

• The tool used is a steel spatula;
• After drying, the applied layer is treated with abrasive meshes;
• The indoor temperature should not be below 10 degrees Celsius.

Putty from the prospector company is a high-quality material, a mixture with excellent characteristics, which allows you to perform finishing on any surface. This putty has an ideal price-quality ratio. This explains the high level of trust in the company Starateli from consumers.

Before you begin finishing the room, all surfaces are leveled. In construction, various technologies are used to obtain a smooth surface, but the use of cement-based leveling mixtures remains widespread. The Russian basic putty Starateli meets the requirements that craftsmen place on building mixtures: it applies well, is easy to process and forms a durable, moisture-resistant coating.

Prospectors basic

The production of ready-to-use building mixtures of the Starateli brand began in the 90s. last century at factories located in the Moscow region. Technologists decided not to reinvent the wheel, but took samples of proven imported mixtures as a basis. The base is made of components such as sand, cement. Fillers are mined in Russia, and plasticizers and modifiers are supplied from Europe. So the manufacturer has every reason to claim high European quality of products.

Purpose

The Starateli brand offers a finishing coating for exterior work and cladding walls and ceilings indoors. Depending on the purpose, you can choose the appropriate type of finishing putty.

Basically, “Starateli” finishing putties are designed to create a smooth and even coating. They can be used to eliminate cracks, irregularities and joints between sheets. The solution can be applied to drywall, brick, concrete or plaster substrates.

After finishing puttying, the surface is ready for further decoration. It can be covered with wallpaper (thin or structured), decorated with decorative plaster or painted. The choice is completely individual.

Preparing the base

As with other plaster mixtures, the durability of the coating provided by the Starateli base putty depends on proper preparation of the base:

• No crumbling areas. The old peeling plaster coating is removed.
• Painted surfaces are cleaned of paint with scrapers, graters or using a hair dryer.
• Concrete or brick walls are cleaned of mortar deposits, splashes of cement laitance, and lime.
• The base is thoroughly cleaned of dust mechanically. Compressor units are not used for this. Wide brushes are used for this.

Sealing cracks and potholes

• The cracks are cleared until the crumbling material is completely removed and filled with putty.
• The last step before applying the base putty is priming the base. The soil is selected depending on the porosity of the base material. For foam concrete, deep penetration soil is used; for concrete, acrylic-based film-forming compounds are used. If cracks are pre-sealed, they are also primed.

What's included

The composition of the Starateli starting dry mixture is based on white cement, which expands the scope of application and speeds up the finishing time. Unlike plasters based on gray Portland cement, this mixture is light beige in color, so finishing begins immediately after the starting putty has dried. Judging by the composition, the Starateli mixture is more likely to be a dry plaster, but unlike plasters, it is plastic, which is inherent in putties. This explains the versatility: the Starateli mixture combines the moisture resistance inherent in plasters and the leveling properties characteristic of gypsum putties.

Example of surfaces

An advantage in terms of saving money is wallpapering without additional puttying of the starting layer with finishing compounds.

The mixture contains sifted and purified sand with a maximum fraction size of 0.4 mm.

In addition to ground clinker and gypsum, the putty formulation contains additives that improve elasticity, prevent shrinkage during drying and repel moisture. The Starateli mixture uses European polymer plasticizers and additives, “Wacker”, “Rhodia”.

Starting putty belongs to modified mixtures, since marble flour, cellulose ethers and fine sand are added to it, which helps retain moisture and allows the putty to be applied in a layer of up to 1 cm.

Properties

When selecting the composition, the manufacturer was guided by the many years of experience of its European colleagues, so it is quite logical that the time-tested recipe was taken as the basis. Putty of this composition with the following properties:

• Plastic. The ability to spread in a thin and continuous layer is the main advantage of mixtures of this class. It is applied with any putty tool - a trowel, a spatula, and large surfaces can be easily leveled without scuffing or slipping of the solution.

Alignment using the large area rule

• Compared to gypsum putty, higher adhesion to unprimed surfaces.
• When dry, it does not form pores, which makes it waterproof.
• With certain application skills it forms a smooth surface.
• It is well polished until the tubercles and grooves completely disappear.

After sanding the surface is perfectly smooth

• Can be used indoors and outdoors.
• When applied in a thick layer, it does not crack or shrink. Therefore, it is used to level surfaces with large flaws and differences.

Starting putty Prospectors has the following technical characteristics:

• Operating temperature ranges from +5 °C to +30 °C
• To obtain the optimal consistency, 1 kg of the mixture is mixed with 0.3-0.4 liters of water.
• The time for the solution to start setting after preparation is 1.5 hours.
• The recommended layer thickness in one pass is up to 10 mm.
• The adhesion force to the base is 0.25 MPa.
• Approximate consumption - 1 kg per 1 m2 when applying a layer 1 mm thick.
• The putty is stored in special 20 kg packaging bags for 12 months until use.

Varieties

Finishing putty from the company Prospectors is divided into three types:

• Basic;
• Polymer;
• Plaster.

Each of them offers its own list of advantages and distinctive features and is used for finishing certain types of surfaces, so they should be considered separately and in more detail.

Basic

The modern basic finishing putty from the Starateli company has several key features:

• It is intended for finishing surfaces such as brick, concrete, plaster. The degree of humidity does not matter, since the base mixture is resistant to moisture;
• The mixture has proven itself as a material for sealing seams, cracks and recesses;
• The material is sold in 20 kg bags;
• This amount of dry mixture will require up to 8 liters of water, depending on the required consistency of the solution;
• Consumption per 1 m2 is 1 kg, subject to application of a layer 1 mm thick. Therefore, a 20 kg container is enough to finish approximately 20 m2.

As for the advantages, the basic finishing mixture boasts the following advantages.

1. It is produced on the basis of gypsum and components borrowed by the Russian company Prospectors from foreign partners.
2. The base mixture is characterized by high plasticity rates.
3. Provides effective air circulation indoors.
4. Completely safe and environmentally friendly.

Polymer

Polymer finishing putty is not intended for surfaces such as plaster. Its task is to finish walls and ceilings made of plasterboard sheets, as well as to seal minor defects. In this case, the room must be dry, since polymer mixtures do not particularly like moisture.

Key Features:

• Significantly reduces the amount of paint and varnish materials consumed during their subsequent application;
• Creates a perfectly smooth surface;
• Has a high whiteness coefficient - 89 percent;
• Available in 18 kg containers.

White

Another variety is a white finishing mixture, available in 12 kg bags. It is created on the basis of gypsum.

Tasks of this type of composition:

• Coating indoor surfaces with normal humidity levels in order to create a high-quality layer for subsequent decorative finishing;
• Sealing small cracks;
• Sealing joints between sheets of drywall.

Again, plaster on the walls will not allow the use of this finishing mixture. For surfaces finished with a material such as plaster, a base mixture in 20 kg containers is suitable. The remaining types are primarily drywall finishing.

Finishing compositions from the company Starateli are characterized by an attractive pricing policy:

• For a 3 kg container the price is up to 110 rubles;
• A 12 kg bag of composition costs up to 250 rubles;
• The price for a 20 kg pack of putty is up to 350 rubles. And for plaster, miners of 30 kg will pay about 400-500 rubles. Quite an attractive price, don’t you agree?!

From here it becomes obvious that the more kg in the package, the more profitable it is to buy the prospector finishing mixture. That is why finishing prospector containers of 20 kg are in greatest demand among professional finishing craftsmen.

Kinds

“Superfinish” - ready-made putty for interior work

The composition of this material includes binding polymer components, fine fillers, modifying and antiseptic additives, and reinforcing fiber.

The putty is intended to prepare the base for finishing. The composition is suitable for indoor use and provides high adhesion to almost any substrate, including drywall, tongue-and-groove boards, and fiberglass. After application, a vapor-proof and water-repellent smooth layer of snow-white color is created on the surface.

Preparatory work

The base is cleaned of dirt, paint and oil stains must be removed. Gypsum and moisture-absorbing substrates must be primed.

How to properly dilute

The putty is mixed manually using a construction spatula. If necessary, water is added fractionally to the composition to achieve the optimal consistency for application. It should be noted that the amount of liquid should not exceed 5% of the mass of the mixture.

Application technology

The material is applied with a spatula onto a dry, prepared surface. The next layer is applied only after the previous one has completely dried. The approximate time interval between coats is 4 hours . In order for the putty to adhere well, it is recommended to observe the temperature range. The work is carried out at a temperature of +10/+30 degrees , after completion, the temperature must remain at +5 .

The gypsum board seams are filled with putty, and reinforcing tape is glued on top. Excess material is removed with a spatula. When the material inside the seam dries, subsequent layers are applied to level the seam with the surface of the drywall sheet. It should be noted that the attachment points are also puttied.

Storage Features

The material is stored in sealed packaging at temperatures +5/+35 degrees . The putty is designed for 10 freezing cycles without losing its original properties. When the material freezes, it is thawed at room temperature and mixed thoroughly. The putty should not be exposed to prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and should not be stored in close proximity to electric heating devices. Storage time – 1 year from the date of production.

“Facade-finishing” - for performing facade and interior work

The putty is intended for external and internal work in conditions of high and normal humidity. Suitable for walls and ceilings, fits well on concrete bases and cement plaster.

Suitable for finishing facades, interior wall structures and ceilings. The material is used for all categories of construction projects. It should be noted that putty is not used to prepare surfaces that have direct contact with food and drinking water.

Preparatory work

The base is cleaned of dust, paint and varnish coatings and oil stains are removed. Weak surfaces that can crumble are cleaned with a wire brush, moisture-absorbing surfaces are primed.

Proportions for solution

The mixture is diluted in the following proportion: 300-400 grams of water are added per kilogram of dry composition. A 20-kilogram bag will require about 8 liters of liquid . Mix the putty for 5 minutes using a drill with an attachment until a homogeneous creamy mass is obtained. The finished solution remains viable for 3 hours .

How to apply

First, all cracks and irregularities are filled, then the main surface is puttied, which is leveled with a thin layer. The material is optimally suited for mechanical application and does not require additional grinding. Work is carried out at a temperature of +10/+30 degrees . The finishing of the surface is carried out immediately after the putty has hardened.

Packing

The putty is produced in 20 kg kraft bags. Stored in dry rooms on pallets.

“Finish” - non-shrinking material for dry rooms

White plastic plaster on a gypsum basis, intended for interior use.

Used to prepare the base for painting or wallpapering. Suitable for wall structures and ceilings made of brick and concrete. Can be used for plastering rooms where wet sanitary treatment is provided. Important! Should not come into contact with surfaces that come into contact with food and drinking water.

Preparatory work

The putty is applied only to dry substrates that are free of all contaminants. Weakly resistant surfaces that are prone to crumbling are removed with metal brushes, moisture-absorbing surfaces are primed.

Solution according to manufacturer's recommendations

The putty is diluted according to the following ratio: 400-580 grams of water are added per kilogram of dry material. A bag of dry mixture will require about 11.6 liters of liquid. The composition is mixed with a drill until a homogeneous mass is obtained. The putty remains viable for 60 minutes .

How to apply

At the initial stage, depressions and irregularities are filled, then the main surface is puttied. The work is carried out at a temperature of +10/+30 degrees, the putty does not require additional leveling after application. When applying the next layer, the surface of the previous one is primed.

In what packaging can you buy it?

Putty is available in bags weighing 5, 12, 20 kilograms. Store the material in a dry place on wooden pallets, in undamaged containers. Shelf life – 12 months from the date of manufacture.

“Finish KR” - perfectly smooth surface

A polymer-based plastic mixture designed for work in dry rooms.

Used for leveling interior walls and ceilings of dry rooms. Suitable for rooms where wet sanitization is provided. The putty creates a perfectly smooth white base, which helps prepare the surface for painting. Due to its properties, Finishnaya KR is optimally suited for ceilings and wall structures made of plasterboard.

Preparatory work

The base is cleaned of any types of contaminants, surfaces with increased moisture-absorbing properties are primed.

How to prepare the solution

The putty is mixed in the following proportion: a kilogram of dry material per 300-400 grams of water. A 20 -kilogram bag of dry mixture will require about 8 liters of liquid. The mixture is stirred with a drill to obtain a uniform mass.

Applying putty

At the initial stage of work, depressions and irregularities are filled with putty, then the main surface is treated. Plaster stations can be used for application. After drying, the composition forms a perfectly smooth surface, which eliminates the need for sanding. The time for complete drying of the material is 24 hours at a temperature of +20 degrees and good ventilation.

Packing

The mixture is sold in bags weighing 5 and 20 kilograms, which are recommended to be stored on pallets in rooms with moderate humidity. Shelf life – 12 months provided the integrity of the packaging is maintained.

“Finish Plus” Moisture-resistant – cement-polymer mixture for dry and wet rooms

A plastic, moisture-resistant polymer-based mixture that prepares the surface for painting and pasting with thin and textured wallpaper.

Suitable for preparing surfaces coated with cement or lime-cement mortar, GLK ceilings. The putty is not afraid of high humidity and is used for finishing all types of construction projects. Important! The material should not come into contact with surfaces that come into contact with drinking water and food.

Preparatory work

Weak surfaces prone to shedding are treated with a wire brush. The base is protected from any contamination. If the surface has the ability to absorb moisture, it is necessary to apply a primer layer.

How to prepare the solution

The material is prepared according to this scheme: 350-400 grams of water are added per kilogram of dry mixture. A bag of mixture will require about 8 liters of water. The solution remains viable for 4 hours .

How to apply correctly

First, the uneven areas are filled, then the base layer is applied and the surface is leveled. Recommended temperature when performing work: +10/+35 degrees . The putty does not require sanding; finishing is carried out after the mixture has completely set.

Storage Features

The putty is produced in 20 -kilogram bags and stored in a dry place on pallets.

Advantages

Getting to know finishing and building materials always begins with studying their strengths. This allows you to determine their superiority over competitors and understand what to expect from a particular material.

Plaster from the domestic manufacturer Prospectors is a high-quality finishing mixture with a wide range of advantages. Among the main ones we highlight the following:

• Environmental friendliness. The material is completely safe for humans and the environment, does not release toxins even when exposed to flame;
• Grip. Adhesion indicators at the highest level. Due to this, the finishing putty from the company Prospectors ideally fits on stone, wood, brick and other materials, including plaster;
• Resistance to external influences. Prospectors are not afraid of the influence of external factors, the putty is resistant to atmospheric conditions and ultraviolet radiation;
• Applicable regardless of weather conditions. Therefore, plaster can be treated with prospector putty at any time of the year;
• High drying speed. At a temperature of about 20 degrees Celsius, the finishing putty can dry in about 24 hours;
• A wide range of. Finishing putty from prospectors is presented in a wide range, the list of which includes base, polymer, gypsum and other compositions. Each type is designed for finishing certain surfaces, ideal for certain situations. The material is sold in containers of 20 kg, 18 kg and 12 kg, depending on the type. The most popular capacity is 20 kg. It is enough to decorate 1-2 rooms.

Consumption

Each type of putty has its own consumption, since the manufacturer recommends which layer of solution can be used to preserve its basic properties.

If we consider all the proposed options for finishing putty from the Starateli brand, then they can be placed in the following sequence:

• Finishing putty “Plus Moisture-resistant”. When calculating the required amount of putty to create an even coating, it is worth considering that 800 grams of dry product are needed per layer of one millimeter.
• Ready putty “Superfinish”. For 1 m² you will need approximately half a kilogram of product.
• Finishing putty. The material consumption will be about 900 grams per 1 m².
• Facade finishing putty If you use a layer of one millimeter, then one kilogram of product is enough for 1 m².
• putty “KR”. For 1 m² you will need 1.1 kilograms.

How to apply?

To properly apply the finishing putty to the base, you must follow these simple instructions:

• First you need to prepare the base. It must be clean and durable. If there are shedding, they should be eliminated. recommends priming the base before applying the finishing putty.
• When the coating is completely dry, you need to fill all the cracks and depressions with the ready-made solution. All actions can be performed using a spatula. Afterwards the solution must be leveled.

• All work with putty must be carried out at a temperature range from 10 to 30 degrees Celsius. You should avoid direct sunlight on the surface that is being puttied.
• If there is a need to apply two or three layers of the finishing solution, then you need to wait until the previous one has completely dried. Drying time should be at least four hours.
• After the last layer of putty has completely dried, you can additionally use sanding. Fine-grained sandpaper is ideal for this.

To further paint, wallpaper or use decorative plaster, you must first wait until the putty has completely dried.

When working with plasterboard sheets, it becomes necessary to hide the seams between them:

• Using a spatula, fill the gaps between the sheets with the finishing solution.
• It is necessary to attach reinforcing tape along the seam, pressing it into the seam.
• Then remove excess mortar from the base of the drywall.
• After the finishing solution has dried, you can apply a new layer in the spaces between the sheets.
• These steps should be performed as many times as necessary to hide the seam.

How to choose?

If before starting repair and plastering work it was decided to use the finishing putty “Starateli”, then choosing a specific type of this product will be quite simple. The determining factors in this matter will be:

• Scope of work. If it is necessary to putty the facade of a building, then the only choice will be “Facade-finishing putty”; if internal work is expected, then we continue the choice.
• humidity level in the room being repaired. If the room has high humidity, then for finishing it you can use only a special moisture-resistant mixture “Finish Putty Plus Moisture-Resistant”. For dry ones, any type of “Starateli” finishing putty is suitable. So, let's move on to the next step in choosing.

• Base type . If the base is to be leveled, with cement plaster applied to it, then we stop at “Finish Putty” or “Facade-Finish”; if the base is covered with fiberglass, then – at “Ready Super Finish Putty”. For other types of surfaces - gypsum plaster, concrete, plasterboard, reinforced concrete, any type of mixture is suitable.
• Type of subsequent coating. If you plan to apply decorative plaster to the finishing layer, then to level the walls you need to purchase “Finishing Putty,” “Finish Putty Plus Moisture-Resistant,” or “Facade Finishing Putty.” Any type of putty material can be used for wallpapering and painting.

• Viability of the finished mixture . If this parameter is important when carrying out work, then it should be noted that “Finishing putty” loses its qualities the fastest (after an hour), followed by “Facade-finishing putty” (after three hours), after six hours the moisture-resistant composition hardens. The most viable is the putty marked “KR”. The finished solution does not harden at all when stored in a container.

• Mixture consumption . If you place all the finishing putties in increasing order of solution consumption per square meter, you will get the following row: “Finish putty Plus Moisture-resistant”, “Ready putty Superfinish”, “Finish putty”, “Facade-finish putty”, “Finish putty KR” .
• Package. If you need to carry out minor repairs, then it is enough to purchase the material in a small package, for example, 5 kg. For large-scale work, it is more profitable to purchase material in large containers of 20 kg.

Front-finish option

The ideal composition of the finishing mixture for work under significant temperature changes and high humidity. The material is stable in conditions of contrasting weather changes with a democratic price range. The shelf life of the finished mixture is three hours. It is easy to correct irregularities of any complexity.

A gypsum composition is used as a base. Gypsum is an environmentally friendly material, so the characteristics of putty are safety and non-toxic. Application is indicated in combination with drywall, wood and other surfaces.

Has properties:

• Has a beneficial effect on the microclimate;
• High hardness;
• Wide scope of application;
• Easy to apply and sand;
• Excellent resistance to shrinkage of housing construction;
• Weatherproof;
• Frost-resistant (more than 30 cycles).

Adhesion parameters that eliminate conflict between finishing materials allow the putty to be used as an assembly adhesive and successfully create stucco elements.

Reviews

Based on reviews, finishing putty mixtures are rated very well by consumers. The material is easy and quick to apply, corrects all surface irregularities well and dries quickly; the finish coat made with it does not crack. Thanks to the availability of small packaging from the manufacturer, it is possible to economically carry out small repair work - filling cracks or treating seams between sheets of drywall. In addition, with all the above-mentioned advantages, the material also has a more attractive low price than foreign putty compounds.

Independent reviews of putty prospectors

We have collected for you real user reviews from major forums and thematic sites. Take a look:

• Sergey. Very easy to use putty .
  The fine-grained mixture mixes well, easily turning into a homogeneous substance. The composition is easy to apply: it lays down in a thin layer, while filling any unevenness and cracks. The main advantage is considered to be an affordable price with high quality material. No deficiencies were identified.
• Novel. I have been using “Starateli” putties for a long time.
  Therefore, I was able to form a definite opinion about the material. Initially, it was a budget option for interior decoration. At the same time, the quality of the mixture was maintained at a high level. The putty is easy to mix and apply, but is surprisingly fragile: after 1.5-2 years, cracks begin to appear and the surface begins to crumble.
• Elina. Used to decorate a children's room in an apartment.
  There are no complaints about the composition: affordable price, easy application, good plasticity and long-lasting viability. However, the coating scratches easily, but this is the only drawback identified.
• Oleg. I’ve been involved in construction for a long time, and I’m used to being distrustful of cheap materials.
  The “Prospectors” putty also initially raised doubts, but after trying the mixture in action, I realized that it was simply an ideal option. Convenient packaging, good plasticity, white color, smooth surface. The only limitation is that it cannot be used for finishing kitchens and bathrooms. In general, there are no complaints, so I will continue to work with products from this manufacturer.
• Konstantin. I did renovations in the apartment with my own hands...
  I’m not a big expert in the field of construction, so I bought several dry mixtures to try. The “Prospectors” putty pleasantly surprised us with its ease of use, despite the fact that it was the cheapest mixture purchased. I didn’t like that when stirring, lumps form, which dissolve only after 5-10 minutes.

Application Tips

Before applying the putty mixture, the manufacturer recommends treating the base with a primer (also from).

After the soil has dried, use a spatula to fill all existing depressions with the solution. After this, the solution is leveled. When carrying out work, it is important to observe the temperature regime (optimal - 10-30 degrees). You should also not perform puttying work in direct sunlight.

If it is necessary to apply several layers of material, then each subsequent application is carried out no earlier than four hours after the end of application of the previous layer.

Typically, the “Starateli” putty gives a flat and smooth surface that does not require additional sanding, but if necessary, the surface or any section of it can be easily sanded with fine sandpaper.

Final finishing of surfaces (pasting with wallpaper, applying a paint layer or decorative plaster) is possible only after the final putty layer has dried.

If it is necessary to seal the seams between sheets of drywall, then first you need to use a spatula to fill the gaps between the sheets with material and attach reinforcing tape along the seam. Pressing it directly into the seam, use a spatula to remove excess putty from the drywall. When the solution has dried, you can begin applying the next layer. And this must be done until the seam is completely level with the surface of the drywall sheet. In the same way, the putty mixture is applied to the areas where the sheets are attached.

Mixing the solution

The correct proportions and uniformity of mixing will make applying the solution convenient, and the coating will be smooth and durable.

Inexperienced craftsmen talk about poor elasticity of the solution or uneven drying. This is due to incorrect kneading technique.

• For the solution, it is better to take a plastic cylindrical container with a smooth inner surface of the walls. The dishes can be easily washed after the next batch of kneading.

Using a plastic bucket and mixer

• First, water is poured into the container, and the dry mixture is poured into it. This sequence must be followed, since otherwise you will have to deal with dry lumps.
• A small amount of the mixture is mixed by hand, but it is only possible to mix 3-4 kg of putty efficiently using a mixer. The amount of solution is calculated from the amount of work that the master will complete in 1.5 hours.
• The second important point is that the putty is mixed 2 times. After pouring the mixture, it is mixed with a mixer until the dry lumps are completely wet. After this, the solution is allowed to stand for 3-5 minutes and the procedure is repeated. A break is needed so that the dry lumps are completely saturated with moisture, after which they are finally broken up with a mixer.