Ceiling moldings in interior design

To make the interior complete and harmonious, you often have to pay attention to various trifles. Today we will talk about ceiling moldings, as well as their role in interior design.

If you want to complete the interior without significant financial investments, you can use the molding. It is a false panel that can be used to decorate walls or ceilings.

Ceiling moldings are concise, with a minimum of parts. Also there are multi-tiered models with imitation of stucco. Such panels vary in width - at the ceiling this value is usually from 2 to 20 cm.

Moldings may be different in structure and texture. Today models of various configurations and sizes are produced. They are smooth, embossed, imitating old stucco or geometric pattern.

Such panels are made of various materials:

• polyurethane (foamed plastic);
• polyvinyl chloride (PVC);
• from a tree;
• from polyfoam;
• from plaster;
• from marble.

This option is the most common, since polyurethane has many advantages over other materials:

• it is affordable;
• moisture resistant (suitable for use in the bathroom);
• has protection against temperature drops;
• unpretentious care;
• flexible and non-friable;
• retains the original look and color for many years.

Polyurethane ceiling moldings resemble plaster moldings. In this case, the performance of such products is much higher. This material is a liquid plastic, which in the production of poured into forms, and then treated in an oven. The result is a durable and waterproof material that is not affected by temperature changes.

PVC ceiling cornice is affordable and easy to install. As a rule, consumables come complete with mounting elements. PVC moldings are fixed with self-tapping screws or other fasteners (this is what distinguishes them from foam or polyurethane profiles).

The cheapest option is a ceiling baseboard foam. The advantage of this finishing material is the minimum weight, due to which the molding is easy to mount on a special glue. Ease in processing the foam panel is obvious - if necessary, you can give the strap the desired shape or length using a regular clerical knife.

If the walls in the room are smooth, feel free to choose wooden parts that are considered the most environmentally friendly finishing options. Wooden panels have long been used in construction, because once the decorative elements made of artificial materials were not made.

Wood is a beautiful, safe and eco-friendly material.but its disadvantage is that it is possible to place the panel only on a perfectly flat surface. Also, this raw material is characterized by poor moisture resistance (under the influence of high humidity, the wood cracks and cracks).

Unusual ceiling moldings are made of marble and plaster. As a rule, such constructions are expensive. They will decorate the luxurious interior in the styles of classic or baroque. Such elements are also used for the restoration of old buildings or the creation of exclusive design projects.

Stucco molding is durable and safe from an environmental point of view.

You will be able to create a unique design with the help of this decoration, however, the plaster has its drawbacks:

• high price;
• big weight;
• fragility.

Marble moldings carry a high artistic value, emphasizing the delicate taste of the owner of the dwelling. As a rule, when finishing the ceiling, this material is rarely used due to the complexity of work and large weight. But for the decoration of the facade marble is perfect. It will give the building an aesthetic value.

Particularly difficult is the process of installing finished moldings on the stretch ceiling. After installing such a canvas, as a rule, it is required to hide the gaps formed between the wall and the ceiling surface. The size of the slots depends on the curvature of the walls and can reach 1 cm.

Baguettes (corner baseboards) for stretch ceilings are made of polyurethane or polyurethane foam. These lightweight decorative panels are used to not deform the suspended ceiling structures.Manufacturers of suspended ceilings recommend to avoid additional decoration, using only baseboards around the perimeter of the load-bearing wall.

Ceiling moldings can be used in combination with various finishing materials.

• Polyvinyl chloride moldings - a suitable option for stretch ceilings.
• Foam baguette is usually used in the decoration of false ceilings and suspended plasterboard structures. It is important that then the moldings can be painted with the ceiling or walls.
• Skirting of wood - a classic of the genre. As a rule, they are used for surfaces lined with wood (for example, in country houses and cottages).
• Polyurethane baseboard is used literally everywhere. It is especially popular in the design of apartments and residential premises.
• A cast of plaster can be seen in museums. In the modern version it is a rather expensive option (difficult to install).

When choosing a glue for ceiling molding, consider the material from which it is made.

• For polyfoam suitable quick-set composition for polystyrene foam or acrylic putty.
• Polyurethane molding is better to stick on liquid nails or acrylic sealant.

Before gluing, the surface is cleaned from dirt. Mount moldings should start from the corners. If necessary, additionally fasten the panel with screws.

For how to glue the ceiling plinth, see the following video.

Consider the general rules for choosing moldings for different interiors.

• When choosing a molding, build on the style of the interior.
• The load of the room with furniture and accessories will affect your choice. In order not to overload the interior, give preference to thin and simple design skirting.
• Massive molding with a large number of decorative parts or ornaments suitable for large apartments and rooms with high ceilings.
• For small apartments, wide skirting boards can be used only if the walls and the ceiling in such a room have light shades.For smaller areas, smaller elements should be used.

• If there are low ceilings in the room, then panels, vertical pilasters, fillets and pseudopanels will help to visually correct this deficiency.
• In bright rooms, you can use dark-colored moldings, playing on the contrast.
• For wide rooms with low ceilings, trim plates and panels with a height greater than width will be suitable, which will visually increase the height of these ceilings.

Modern moldings with an unusual design will satisfy even the most unusual demands of consumers. Ceiling panels should harmoniously fit into the overall style of the room. For classical interior fit moldings with simple lines, and for the interior in the ethno-style, you can safely use an unusual ornament.

If you plan to transform the interior in a classic style (whether it be an apartment or a public space), then you can make a panel frame in the center of the ceiling, and arrange a floral ornament in the corners.In this style, the stucco made of polyurethane, located around the perimeter, will also look safe.

Most often, buyers choose white and beige panels., which add to the room airiness and visually increase it. And those who want to experiment with color and make a luxurious interior a la "royal palace", you can buy gold-plated ornaments and decorative details.

Connoisseurs of modern style in the interior choose a minimalist design and sleek skirting. They help not only to mask the joints between the ceiling and the walls, but also to divide the room into zones. For this it is enough to lay out geometric shapes on the ceiling. You can use the original design technique, placing from the chandelier "fan" a few geometric shapes from polyurethane panels, which will increase incrementally.

Any interior can be decorated with moldings in accordance with a particular style. So, high-tech is possible to complement elements with a chrome or metal texture, pop art involves the use of bright colors and contrasting techniques, and constructivism and minimalism accept discreet design with a minimum of details, for example, smooth baseboards and figures in the form of a square.

A plain white ceiling without decoration is a pretty boring sight, so you should turn on your imagination and, in collaboration with designers and craftsmen, create your dream home. The huge choice of decorative elements for finishing ceilings amazes the imagination and can satisfy the needs of people with any tastes and financial possibilities.