Kitchen - a place where every day are made different processes related to preparing food and taking care of the dishes and other utensils. This explains the fact that it was this room, like no other need for frequent and thorough cleaning. From the frequent use of detergents and abrasives appearance of kitchen furniture can deteriorate over time. This is especially true of work surfaces and dining table.
Soft glass - foil on the table, made of PVC.
Content
- 1 What is the tablecloth "soft glass"
- 2 Film dignity "soft glass" for the table
- 3 The properties and composition of the product
- 4 How worktops suitable tablecloth "soft glass"
- 5 Sizes and shapes tablecloth "flexible glass"
- 6 How to install and trim the cloth on a glass table
- 7 Recommendations regarding the care "soft glass"
- 8 VIDEO: A detailed review of the tablecloth "soft glass".
What is the tablecloth "soft glass"
To protect the table cover is always used cloth or oilcloth. However, as experience shows, they can be quite impractical. However, progress does not stand still, and for modern housewives there is an alternative option: transparent or translucent cloth "soft glass". She is not only very practical, but also versatile and perfect for any interior.
This is a modern, practical and original tablecloth.
Tablecloth "soft glass" - a thin (2 mm) coated with a smooth transparent or opaque surface. It is very flexible and does not form wrinkles, creases, folds.
The material is not afraid of moisture, ultraviolet radiation, high temperatures and household chemicals.
Film dignity "soft glass" for the table
- Versatility.
Excellent combined with textiles, stone, wood and other materials. Transparent texture is capable of doing more voluminous texture countertops and multilayered.
It is universal, and easily fits into any style of interior.
- Additional protection table cover.
This kitchen cloth will prevent premature wear of the furniture. It is well protected from the effects of the table almost all the destroyers: cuts and jabs a knife, dents, absorption worktop cosmetics, grease, both vegetable and animal, alcohol, fillers markers and paints. The "soft glass" is not afraid of excessive heat, alkalis and acids (if not concentrated ones).
Coverage is harmoniously combined with textiles, natural wood or stone.
- A variety of shapes and colors.
Thanks to this feature this cloth perfect for any kitchen.
Operational characteristics allow you to set soft glass on any table.
- Durability.
The film "soft glass" is durable and wear resistant. It is able to serve more than one year and does not lose its appearance.
It protects the surface from wear and tear caused by external factors.
- Security.
The material from which the cloths are made similar toxic, non-allergenic and non-flammable.
Despite the high degree of transparency, it is thick enough to protect the tabletop from accidental cuts or knife stationery devices.
- Price policy.
The cost of the protective film "soft glass" is low, which makes it accessible to the masses of users.
The thickness of the layer of soft protective glass is 2mm, which is quite enough for domestic needs.
The properties and composition of the product
Tablecloth "soft glass" is made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), ie, a polymer compound that is often used in industry or construction, or silicone. These materials do not lend themselves to the harmful effects of sunlight, moisture and aggressive household chemicals. They are well attached to any surface of the table.
Table cloth soft glass can withstand several years of active service.
Thanks to a number of positive properties, described in the preceding paragraph, the tablecloth "soft glass" is an indispensable attribute of the kitchen.
It does not crumple even during long distance transport, does not form wrinkles and folds.
How worktops suitable tablecloth "soft glass"
This tablecloth - a real find. It is perfect for countertops made of various materials.
- Glass.
For soft glass table glass will provide additional protection.
Protect from cracks, scratches and chips. Due to its transparency tablecloth «soft glass» is almost imperceptible on the glass.
- Wooden or metal.
Kitchen table, made from natural wood or metal, is protected against ingress of fat particles, juice, hot broth or coloring properties of products.
Particles of food and household products will not break down or painted surface. This film will extend the "life" tabletop many times.
- Plastic.
The product can be combined with a plastic top. This combination is most often used in the nursery.
Dyes and fat will not eat into your pores. Worktop and will be protected against scratches and cuts.
- Stone.
Through PVC cushioning properties it will soften the shocks and prevent ingress of moisture in the rock structure than prolong its service life.
Soften the shocks and prevent mechanical and chemical damage to the surface. Silicone and PVC heat-resistant, so this will be an excellent coating for protection of stone countertops.
Sizes and shapes tablecloth "flexible glass"
Depending on the form of tablecloths "soft glass" table there are such.
- Round (standard size - 100, 115 cm).
- Oval (standard size - selected individually).
- Square (the standard size - 50x50 cm).
- Rectangular (standard size - 50x100 cm - 100h250 cm, with modifications).
Features of the material from which they are made, allow you to attach them to virtually any shape, even the most intricate and fantasy. The same applies to the size. It can be easy to adjust to the desired number.
Compared with other varieties of decorative coatings, transparent soft flexible glass cloth has many advantages.
There is a main rule, which will help to choose the right size of tablecloths (if silicone). It states that this element of the decor must be greater than the area of worktops no less than 20 percent. This applies to everyday tablecloth, if we talk about the holiday, here are allowed 70-80 percent. Depending on the individual preferences of the hosts, these figures may vary.
The material complies with international and domestic safety and quality standards - a hypoallergenic, non-toxic, non-flammable.
Tablecloth "flexible glass" (as PVC and silicone) can be carried out strictly according to the size of the table, without going beyond its boundaries. It can also be laid on the textile surface, whereas a pattern or figure on it will look more comprehensive and effective.
Table cloth soft glass requires elementary care: it is enough to wipe with a damp microfibre cloth or any other soft textile.
How to install and trim the cloth on a glass table
Typically, the film "soft glass" is packaged in a roll. This does not affect its shape and texture. However, while unpacking should not use a knife.
To prevent mechanical damage to the material, it is wrapped in a layer of cardboard or kraft paper.
Difficulties in her laying there, but when it comes to the glass surface, the quick and good result is better to follow a special algorithm.
- Lay the film on a horizontal surface for its rectification and shrinkage after unpacking.
- Fit it on the size of the table (if necessary).
- Prepare a tabletop: Remove dust, moisture, dirt and stains.
- Put tape on the wrong side of the table.
- Press it, moving from the center to the edges.
- If there are air bubbles, sprinkle water film and repeat.
It requires no additional fixing: despite the low price, Soft glass on the table is simple to use.
If the shape or size of the tablecloth transparent glass does not match the table, it can be trimmed.
Soft glass need to spread out on a cutting board, a marker or pen to mark the incision site. Using stationery knife should cut a piece of the desired shape and size.
Silicone film can be left hanging from the countertop. It will look very colorful.
Prohibited used for cleaning cloths film-abrasives (dry powders), gels interspersed with hard granules, undiluted alkali and acid compositions.
But a tablecloth made of PVC better fit to the size of the table surface (2-3 mm smaller than the main surface). How to implement it?
- Make the necessary layout marker.
- Put on a cutting board.
- Cut off all unnecessary using stationery knife.
It is important that the edges of tablecloths transparent film made of PVC soft glass is not projecting beyond the table, otherwise the coating could be accidentally hook.
Recommendations regarding the care "soft glass"
Transparent tablecloth "soft glass" or "soft glass" does not need special care. Suffice it to wipe the surface with a soft sponge or a piece of lint-free tissue (it can adhere to the film). In the struggle with the same grease stains and traces of dye, a simple household cleaning products for the kitchen, which is available in every home.
It is convenient to store folded or rolled up - after unpacking the film takes an original form with no additional effort.
Note! Do not use abrasive (hard sponges or brushes, liquid gels scratching granules) and undiluted alkali and acid. They can damage the product.
Tablecloth "soft glass" appeared in the kitchen not so long ago, but quickly became an indispensable assistant in the protection of surfaces from damage. It is also able to make the interior a special emphasis and be original and practical solution.
The characteristics of the material allow its use in a variety of climatic conditions: air humidity, thermal effects will not spoil the protective film layer.