SKIN Natural stone veneers | from Raimar Bulgaria
As the official representative of the PIATRAONLINE brand in Bulgaria, we are delighted to share with you the revolutionary wall cladding: the SKIN stone wallpapers. These are thin and light veneer panels with a natural stone surface, measuring 122/61 cm, and a thickness of only 2 mm. They are suitable for decoration in various inspired interior and exterior projects.
Recommended adhesive:
For indoor spaces (excluding wet areas): HIGH TECH bottle (polymer adhesive Fix ALL)
The adhesive is applied with a standard silicone gun in lines every 10 cm, and a final pass is made with a rubber roller to remove air bubbles. The average consumption is approximately 1 bottle per wallpaper.
If you are concerned about staining with white adhesive, you can confidently use the transparent version of the polymer adhesive: CRYSTAL.
For external, facade cladding, and for bathrooms, wet areas: FLOOR and WALL bucket (polymer adhesive Fix ALL)
The adhesive is applied with a spatula size B3 (tooth 3mm) over the entire back surface of the wallpaper or on the wall (whichever is more convenient). The wallpaper is glued, and again, it is passed with a pressing rubber roller for even spreading and removing air pockets. The average consumption is approximately 1 kg per 1 sq.m.
If you accidentally get adhesive on the front side of the wallpaper, use the super practical and effective SWIPEX wipes.
The adhesives from the Fix ALL series adhere everything to all surfaces except polyethylene, nylon, and polypropylene.
Before gluing, the wall must be strong, dust-free, degreased, and not porous. For added security, it is always good to prime it beforehand.
After installation and cleaning, we recommend impregnating the wallpapers with a natural stone product (Universal impregnator from Akemi or ECO water-based impregnator, odorless MattstoneH2O LTP). The consumption rate for both options is 10-15 sq.m per 1 liter. This way, the stone surface is protected from water absorption, stain formation, and maintenance is facilitated. The procedure is straightforward: the stone wallpapers are simply coated with a roller or brush and left to dry naturally.
The sto ne veneer is a panel that resembles natural thin veneer sheets of wood in terms of installation and application. However, the surface is natural stone, and SKIN wallpapers are also suitable for outdoor or wet areas.
Stone veneers consist of a thin layer of natural stone and a fiberglass backing, bonded with waterproof polyester resin. The thickness is only 1.5-3mm, and the weight is about 2kg/sq.m.
They are suitable for both interior and exterior projects because they are waterproof and UV resistant. Applications include cladding of interior walls, wet rooms, bathrooms, fireplaces, facade cladding, house plinths, fences, or other wall decorations.
They are adhered with Soudal T-rex or Fix All polymer mounting adhesive, which works on all types of surfaces. The adhesive consumption rate is 1 canister per 1 sq.m. The notched trowel should be sized B3 with a triangular tooth of 3mm.
- It is cut to size using a regular angle grinder or circular saw with a thin blade. The installation of stone wallpapers is a delicate and precise task, similar to working with wood veneer.For outdoor applications, we recommend leaving a staggered joint of 3-5mm to be filled with a quality grout that can accommodate expansions.For indoor applications, we also recommend grouting between the panels, in the corners, and edges with a suitable, blending color grout.As with any natural stone, it is essential to impregnate and apply a single coat of quality products for easy maintenance and protection against dirt.Further characteristics of stone wallpapers:
- Surface made of 100% natural stone
- Dimensions: 122 x 61 cm
- Ultra-thin with an incredible thickness of 1.5-3 mm
- Fire-resistant material up to 120 degrees
- Easy to handle and transport
- Should be protected from scratches by hard objects
- Ideal for both interior and exterior cladding
- Flexible with the ability to bend up to 5 cm
- Unlimited applications, including installation on walls, furniture, kitchen cabinets, kitchen backsplashes, decorative elements, and exterior walls
- Stone wallpapers can be mounted on any surface (ceramics, furniture, drywall, entrance doors, concrete)
- Installation requires the same equipment as working with wood veneer. It is cut with an angle grinder/circular saw with a thin blade.
- Each wallpaper is unique with one-of-a-kind patterns created by nature
- Made of slate stone, it is much lighter but just as durable as traditional natural stone cladding.
- The innovative platform WWW.PIATRAONLINE.BG will allow our clients to be close to the world of natural stone with just a few clicks and provide their homes with materials that, in addition to their natural beauty, will enhance their homes with durability, safety, and reliability.We believe that the partnership between Raimar and PIATRAONLINE will offer our clients:
- Access to a true generator of inspiration in the world of natural stone through the innovative online platform piatraonline.bg.
- Even more choices among 1500 natural stone products for interior, exterior, and landscape applications.
- The convenience of online shopping, which provides quick access to a wide range of items, their technical specifications, and maintenance tips, along with the tangible benefits of receiving product samples, professional consultation during selection, and courier delivery.
- Access to innovative products like SKIN stone wallpapers, which are entering our market thanks to the established European supplier PIATRAONLINE.
- The same professional and trusted consultant who assists in the process of selection, ordering, and delivery of materials with the highest level of expertise and customer care.
- The guarantee of an internationally established company, a supplier of natural stone products to over 21 countries in Europe, offering a diverse and high-quality selection of materials from around the world.
- Useful information and a variety of interesting channels where we will discuss modern trends in interior and exterior design, landscape architecture, the role of natural stone in them, and most importantly, address our clients' needs for inspiration, solutions, and comfort at home.
In line with the values of our activity, namely the development of local production and promotion of Bulgarian traditions in stone processing, we at Raimar will continue to create and develop products that have a proven presence in the garden and home. We will also ensure the comfort of our clients with an even greater selection to meet their needs, aesthetics, and budget possibilities.