Characteristic features of the rule
What is a building code? The first models of the instrument were made of dense wood. The disadvantage of this design was considered to be its good hygroscopicity.
Excessive absorption of moisture led to destruction of the wood and rapid deformation of the product.
Later they began to make it without aluminum. Why did you choose this particular material? This choice is based on several factors:
- Aluminum alloy is not subject to corrosion. The design can last a long time without damage;
- Another advantage of aluminum is its weight. Unlike other metals, it is slightly lighter. As a result, working with such a tool is easier and more convenient. The minimum weight of the structure allows the building composition to be evenly distributed on the plane.
An important characteristic of this product is the level of rigidity of the metal base. The thickness of the metal walls, which provide strength, depends on the length.
The best manufacturers
A good tool is made by the best manufacturers. Let's get to know some of them.
Matrix
Trademark of the German company Matrize Handels GmbH. Its product range includes at least 3,000 models. Among them are tools used in construction and repair:
- locksmith;
- carpentry;
- measuring;
- car repair kits;
- cutting tools for various purposes and designs;
- various fasteners.
As for the company’s construction finishing products, professionals pay tribute to its brushes, rollers, brushes, spatulas, trowels, trowels and, of course, rules of various profiles. Popular models of trapezoidal two-pieces are in high demand among experts.
JET
The American tool company JET Equipment & Tools was founded in 1958 in Seattle. The company became famous for its wood/metalworking equipment and even took a leading position in the United States in this market. Hand tools are not her main focus. Nevertheless, the popularity of JET models among professionals is high, and their quality matches the manufacturer’s reputation.
FIT
A trademark of the Canadian company of the same name, Finch Industrial Tools Canada Inc. The main direction of its activity is the production of hand-held power tools. We also produce hand tools for finishing work, including construction rules of various profiles and sizes. FIT is a quality product at a reasonable cost.
Bartex
Manufacturer from China. It has been on the market for quite a long time and has managed to gain popularity among buyers. The assortment includes many items for plumbing, carpentry and finishing purposes. All products are manufactured by large Chinese companies. The quality is at the level of world standards, the prices are budget.
Kraton
One of the domestic manufacturers of equipment and various equipment. For 18 years, the company has been pleasing its consumers with high-quality products and a wide range. Its abrasive wheels, compressor units, etc. are especially valued by professionals. The construction range includes everything needed for professionals, including spatulas, trowels and rules. All products are of high quality.
Bison
Russian manufacturer of professional tools. On the market since 2002. Today it is one of the leading domestic companies in this business. Zubr products are in demand among professionals and do-it-yourselfers. All products undergo serious quality control and meet the requirements of GOST and international standards. All models are issued with a warranty card valid for five years.
Biber
Manufacturer from Germany. Formed in 1950. The buyer knows this brand for its cleaning and care products for textiles, and products for making household work easier, including for apartment renovation. The European consumer appreciated the quality of its spatulas, rollers, brushes, paint containers and building regulations. Production facilities are located in Europe and China.
Stayer
The owner of the trademark is the German manufacturer – Kraftool. Our compatriots became acquainted with its products in 1999. The instrument with the Stayer brand was distinguished by its high quality and stylish design. Product production is deployed on modern equipment of factories in Germany and the Czech Republic, China, Taiwan and Malaysia. The manufacturer has developed four main lines of tools:
- for domestic use, models marked Standard are produced;
- home craftsmen are intended for products marked Master on the body;
- professional instruments are sold marked Profi;
- universal models, marked Universal.
The company annually develops new models, uses modern technologies, materials and innovations.
Our tool
The brand belongs to the Russian company Santool. The tool is created using a unique production technology, using components from the world's best manufacturers. Inexpensive products of this brand can be found at many construction sites in Russia and the CIS countries.
Armero
A new company on the tool market has Spanish roots. Buyers like models from Armero for their modern materials, ergonomics, and bright colors.
Interesting! "Armero" is translated from Spanish as "Armorer". Once upon a time, a company produced weapons.
Today, its specialists recreate and support the traditions of Spanish gunsmiths, creating high-quality instruments, the possession of which requires skill and gives aesthetic pleasure.
The market is saturated with quality tools. The number of excellent manufacturers cannot be counted. In order not to make mistakes when choosing a suitable model, you should carefully study the descriptions and characteristics of several products, listen to the advice and recommendations of experienced craftsmen, and consult a seller in a specialized store. By collecting as much information as possible about the product, it will be easier to decide which company is better to buy the product.
What are building rules used for?
The construction rule must be applied during construction and repair work. This design is considered an indispensable type of tool that is used to level mortar on the surface of the wall and floor.
It is chosen for working with pouring the floor with concrete or dry screed. When used correctly, it is possible to obtain a flat surface for further decoration.
The metal product is used to perform the following manipulations:
- Marking. The long base ensures a straight line. Most often, the products are used for marking before installing ceramic tiles or creating layouts;
- Additional support when cutting glass. Metal strips reduce the load on the fragile base and prevent its destruction;
- Fastening beacons before starting plastering;
- Use as a level. Thanks to this product, it is possible to prevent the appearance of unevenness and differences on the surface of the wall and floor.
This type of construction tool is considered indispensable during repairs and surface leveling. Different lengths and widths of the metal base allow it to be used in rooms of different sizes.
The most common construction model is considered to be a device whose length reaches from 1.5 to 2.5 m. The maximum dimensions of a tool are considered to be 3 m in length.
An ordinary wooden lath or a long building level can level the liquid mortar. It is much easier to work with such a device. The point is that when working with the rule, it is important to have dexterity. The design of the product has an acute angle, which is designed to remove excess volume of the building composition.
The minimum weight of the product ensures comfortable work over a long period of time
Working with a rule
What it is - leveling a wall with plaster according to the rule - can be most clearly explained using the example of working on beacons. The sequence of actions looks like this:
- Beacons are installed at a distance from each other less than the length of the rule.
- Throw plaster between the beacons with a small margin.
- Place the rule at the bottom of the wall with the working edge towards the beacons. Pressed.
- Move the rule from bottom to top, trimming excess plaster where it exists, and filling voids where there is not enough mortar.
- The remaining solution is cleaned into an empty container.
How to follow the rule correctly:
- trapezoidal - acute angle to the wall, wide base at the bottom;
- h-shaped - handle at the bottom, wide shelf at the top.
First, make two or three passes with light zigzag movements of the tool along the beacons. This “vibrating” technique allows you to compact the still moving mixture. Then a finishing pass is made without vibration.
Types of building regulations
The rule considers it one of the components when carrying out plastering work. To obtain an ideal plane, you will need to use several models of the device. Thanks to the different lengths and widths of the metal base, the working composition evenly fills voids and unevenness on the concrete base.
In turn, building rules are divided into several categories. Each type has a different shape and size.
These include:
- H-shaped models;
- Trapezoidal designs;
- Corner products;
- Rectangular;
- With metal teeth;
- Combined types.
Let's look at the advantages and disadvantages of each type.
How to choose a rule
When choosing a tool with an h-shaped profile, you should pay attention to the absence of shells and foreign inclusions in the metal, and to the color of the aluminum - a yellowish tint indicates the low quality of the material.
For a trapezoidal rule, it is highly desirable to have a notch in the form of a semicircular groove along the entire length of the instrument on the back surface, for ease of holding it in your hands.
The highest quality tool, in addition to this notch, has stiffening ribs inside the rule. Nothing will happen to it if you accidentally drop it from a height, step on it, or drop a hammer on it.
When choosing a rectangular rule, the same principles apply as for the first two types.
Features of the h-shape rule
This type of building rule is considered the simplest. In addition, products of this type are characterized by minimal weight. To achieve this effect, a thin-sheet aluminum alloy with a minimum number of ribs was used to provide additional rigidity.
Low weight is considered an advantage, but at the same time a disadvantage. The positive qualities of such a tool are considered to be convenience when performing installation work, and the disadvantages are the limited capabilities of the model.
The special design makes the tool easier to use. The metal protrusion is used as a handle. It is chosen for plastering the plane of walls. To perform a concrete floor screed, you should not choose such a product.
Where can I buy
The easiest option is to visit a hardware store. Today, in any city there is sure to be a specialized retail outlet and more than one. In such stores you can look at, touch, thoroughly evaluate the product and choose what you need. It is advisable to visit the manufacturers' websites. All the information necessary for the buyer is published on their pages:
- news about what new products the manufacturer has released for sale this year;
- description and technical parameters of all models in production;
- price data for any model;
- addresses of stores where you can buy the company's products.
It happens that there is no time or desire to go shopping. Then you will have to use the second option - order goods online from an online store. Today this is done very simply. True, the buyer must be confident in the chosen store, otherwise problems may arise with delivery or quality of the goods.
Advantages of the trapezoidal rule
Rules in the form of a trapezoid are distinguished by their rigidity. This model is considered the most popular and in demand. You can choose it for interior and exterior work. Most often, the trapezoidal rule is used for working with heavy types of mortar.
The presence of an acute angle ensures unimpeded removal of excess layers of concrete. The disadvantage of such products is their high cost. The internal part of the structure is lightweight, thereby reducing the weight of the device.
- The required rigidity can be achieved due to the geometric shape of the product.
- The back of the tool is used as a handle.
- Thanks to her, it is possible to achieve a good emphasis.
- A distinctive feature of the trapezoidal model is the presence of several gutters, which are located on all sides.
Description of the tool
The term plastering rule itself means a tool that is used to correct defects and correct layers. But professionals use it for more diverse purposes. The tool may differ in size, as well as in the materials used in its production.
The term plastering rule itself means a tool that is used to correct defects and correct layers.
Rectangular Shape Rule
To carry out installation work, professional craftsmen prefer to use several forms of metal strips. Some models have a large flask with liquid.
It allows you to control the level of inclination on the plane.
- A distinctive feature of the rectangular building rule is considered to be high rigidity.
- They prefer to choose such products for decorating a concrete floor screed or evenly distributing a thick mortar on a vertical surface.
- For novice craftsmen, this form of tool will seem inconvenient.
- The fact is that wide ribs make it difficult to control the level of inclination on the surface.
- An acute angle is unable to remove a large volume of excess building composition.
When using the rectangular rule with a capsule, it is important to consider that in order to correctly determine the angle, it is necessary to adjust the structure.
During the operation of the product, violations of the indicators are observed. With the correct positioning of the tool, it is possible to achieve a level base.
Why are internal labor regulations needed?
The role of internal regulations related to local regulations is multifaceted:
- they determine the procedure for appointing and dismissing employees,
- work and rest schedule,
- rights and powers,
- liability for various types of violations,
- methods of encouragement and punishment for certain offenses,
- dress code,
- other conditions.
In a global sense, this document helps to increase labor productivity and expand the organization’s prospects. Depending on the enterprise, the rules may be edited and contain some additional clauses.
The only thing that the labor regulations do not concern is the specific labor functions of employees - they are regulated by the provisions of the employment contract or job description.
Some companies are quite dismissive of the presence and or drafting of this document. This is wrong, because in the event of a complaint from one of the employees to the labor inspectorate, its representative during an on-site inspection, the first thing they are interested in is the internal labor regulations. This is also why the drafting of the document should be treated with the utmost care and seriousness - this will help avoid future disagreements with regulatory structures and possible administrative penalties.
Photo of building regulations for plaster
What happens if any of the employees violate the rules
In cases of violation of internal labor regulations common to all, the culprit faces disciplinary punishment. As a rule, three types are used in organizations (depending on the degree of misconduct):
- comment,
- rebuke,
- dismissal.
But sometimes other types of penalties may be applied.
In particularly difficult situations, the offender may be subject to administrative or even criminal punishment.
How should I call an employee on a weekend or holiday?
Rule 1: The head of the organization must issue an order to involve the employee in work on a non-working day. The order itself is drawn up in any form. As practice shows, such a document must be drawn up in 2 copies: one must be handed over to the employee against receipt. There are two lines “Agree” and a line “Disagree” here. This constitutes written consent.
Rule 2: It is necessary to state the grounds in any document - namely, quotes from Art. 113 of the Labor Code of the Russian Federation, indicating the employee’s right to refuse to work on a day off or a non-working holiday.
Rule 3 : Some employers ask the employee to write a written consent in any form.
Rule 4 : The completion of this process is registration in the time sheet (according to forms T-12 {} or T-13 {}). In the column where the date is indicated, you need to enter the letter code “РВ” or the digital code “03” at the top of the cell, which indicates the duration of work on weekends and non-working holidays, and at the bottom - indicate the exact number of hours worked by the employee on that day .
