Ceiling design - modern ideas

Modern style typical of the thinking in several planes. If before the account was paid to the interior, for the most part, the walls, the ceiling is now the design has become fashionable developing area. Generate original ideas, new ways to finish.

In the modern interior

Ceiling - it's not just the plane lighting arrangement. Modern designers are paying him no less attention than other surfaces.

In addition to a harmonious complement the design of the room, the ceiling surface - a fundamental element of space zoning. Depending on the room type, the overlap can perform many functions. For example, to hide unsightly communication.

The trend of recent years is finding new and unexpected solutions through a rethinking of classic styles. At the heart of the current fashion is design 20s, English style.

The rapid development momentum gaining eclecticism manifested connection with a laconic minimalist decoration. Special attention is paid to eco-style, supplementing other democratic movements.

Again gaining popularity antique style elements in the interior. Texture of this area is used as a finishing touch to the laconic and restrained English style. A similar function is performed by ethnic motifs complement sequence base image zest fanciful shapes.

types of registration

There are many types of finishing the ceiling, from the simplest low-cost options to expensive original combinations. The main ones are presented below.

color

The easiest and cheapest way of finishing the ceiling, uniquely, is its color. Despite the emergence of new technologies in the design of the surface, the universal staining white remains one of the most popular.

Disadvantages of this method are:

• the complexity of the preparatory work on leveling the surface;
• labor input color;
• dirty dyeing process.

color pluses:

• low cost;
• versatility;
• the possibility of further toning surface;
• environmental friendliness.

More often resorted to this method in the repair of their own hands. Until recently used in the home or chalk whitewash with lime mortar. But these surface finishings are almost completely supplanted latex. Its feature is the presence of polymers in the composition, which upon evaporation of water form a moistureproof coating.

Pasting

Another inexpensive way to finish is his taping. It can be implemented in different versions:

• Wallpapering. Relatively cheap and not time consuming way. As in the case of color requires careful preparatory work on leveling the surface of the work: when wallpapering seen her the slightest flaws. But wallpaper pasting is less dirty process than working with paint. Another advantage is the wide range of various designs of the finished material. For the purpose of finishing the ceiling is best suited liquid wallpaper. This method is clearly not suitable for the bathroom and kitchen, as well as any other rooms with high humidity.
• Pasting of slabs of expanded polystyrene. As wallpapering, inexpensive and easy way to finish. It differs only in a positive way: the plate is resistant to moisture and are more durable. Pasting boards does not emphasize the work surface roughness, so the overlap with minor flaws can not quite align further.
• Finishing plastic panels. The method is cheaper alternative podshivnoy and suspended ceilings. The method consists in the finishing of the surface of special PVC panels. A significant advantage is their thermal and moisture resistance. So you can use them in any room with spotlights. Plastic panels are characterized by their durability, good hide surface irregularities and the availability of communications.

False

Suspended ceilings are its name from the underlying basis of the construction consisting of a metal or wooden frame with surfacing materials attached to it. In the formed ceiling space can hide any communications system, pipes, ventilation or climate, and install all types of lighting on the taste of the owner of the room.

Suspended ceilings are divided into:

• Cassette-type. They represent a system of aluminum or steel plates. In addition to the attractive appearance Vila, this overlap has moisture resistance, does not require complicated maintenance and makes it possible to replace individual parts without losing its overall picture.
• Suspended ceilings Armstrong. They represent a harness with her mineral plates. It has a relatively low price, well suited for offices. Nonflammable.
• Rack suspended. The design is based on the long rail, attached to the aluminum comb. The overlap resembles the outer surface lining. The main quality is longevity. Good for business and extensive facilities.
• Mirror overlap - created by fastening on the basic structure of the mirror surface. Visually expands the space, causing widespread in bathrooms, bedrooms, hallways, guest.

Stretched

Stretch ceilings - the most elite version of the realities of modern fashion. They have earned their recognition, not only because of the stylish appearance, but also due to its versatility and practicality.

Advantages of tension:

• wide range of colors and the possibility of combining fabrics;
• masking any surface defects and irregularities;
• isolate premises from dust and moisture;
• on the stretch ceilings does not settle the condensate;
• absolutely harmless and safe for the presence of bactericidal film;
• provide space for fixing heat-insulating materials in the ceiling void;
• heat resistant, combined with all kinds of chandeliers, lamps, alarm systems, etc.
• easy to clean;
• easily dismantled, amenable to re-installation.

Suspended ceiling in the hands of a skilled designer can turn a room into a work of art with the ability to place it at any angle and with any configuration.

Podshivnoy plasterboard

View false ceiling deserves special attention is the plasterboard ceiling. It is a gypsum cardboard sheets with an interlayer therebetween. Design ceiling of plasterboard can be absolutely anything: each work is done individually under the order, and is a separate piece of design art.

Installation of this type of ceiling requires skill, but the end result is worth the effort.
Plasterboard ceilings in the interior have the following advantages:

• suitable for any degree of processing of the original surface;
• complete masking wires, communications, and joints;
• possibility of creating a combination of several levels;
• insulation;
• environmental and safety;
• availability compared to other species;
• perfect result.

As disadvantages can be identified:

• instability to moisture;
• loss of 5-10 cm total height of the room.

color solutions

White ceiling - the familiar, but by no means the only possible color scheme for the room. When choosing a color, it should be properly combined with the design of the walls, as well as take into account the characteristics of the premises on which it can visually influence.

In selecting an appropriate color it should be remembered that visually increase the height of the room will help to light shades, and to reduce the - dark. Cool colors are more suitable premises, South-facing, it will create a sense of coolness and freshness. For the north side, respectively, it is better to use warm colors.

Few know that the choice of colors in the kitchen can influence appetite. Using blue-green hues, according to research, can dampen the feeling of hunger. But the red and orange colors can energize and good appetite.

When choosing a color scheme for the bedroom is not necessary to experiment with bright colors. This place is primarily intended for recreation. Suit different shades of milk, as well as pale pink, purple. Original decision, as the bedroom and children's room can be an overlap with the effect of a starry sky.

Attention! When choosing paint for the nursery, use only the materials developed for children's rooms, learn about such property may be due to the special marking.

Using a matte color for the walls and ceiling - not the best idea. That the room is not merged together, it is necessary to distinguish between transitions between the planes of relief or inserts of other materials and colors.

Lighting

Lighting - this is the final touch of finishing the ceiling. Properly chosen lighting fixtures are arranged end accents in the interior. All the efforts to create a modern design just does not make sense without a deliberate incident light.

There are several options for coverage:

1. The only source of light in the room as a chandelier in the center of the ceiling is a classic win-win option. Hanging at a distance from the ceiling chandelier, capable of visually conceal some of his defects. However, in the modern style, this kind begins to yield the palm to the built-in lighting options.
2. 

Caution! Heavy fixtures compatible with many existing types of ceilings.

1. Spotlights the most successfully combined with plasterboard ceiling design. Combining them with each other allows you to create specific light pattern and adjust the level of lighting. Such lamps are not only heated overlap around itself, but also easy to maintain. Despite the spotlight cheapness, special rotary models are very functional.
2. LED strip can become a highlight of the room lighting. Thanks to their use in the base of a stretch ceiling is possible to create a fancy lighting effects. Typically such tapes are used in combination with spot lights.

Type of premises and design

From the point of view and practice, aesthetics and modern design of the ceiling depends on the room in which he is located.

Design ceiling plasterboard in the living room can be absolutely anything. It is important to show imagination. The main thing - skillfully combine it with the interior of the room itself. Well suited multilevel design or mirror hanging. It is important to provide several options for coverage, from bright to fill up all the space, to a small light for TV viewing.

Kitchen floor should be bright and expressive, life-enhancing in the early afternoon and energizes. Scientists have proved that bright tone improve appetite and metabolism. Absolutely not suitable for food options wallpapering or panels.

Bedroom best choice would be the calm bright colors and classic stretch. The surface should not focus on themselves and interfere with relaxation. Well suited glossy ceiling ivory or champagne.

For the bathroom, as well as for the kitchen, in addition to the appearance of the surface, there is a question of practicality: the overlap should be environmentally friendly, water resistant and prevent the breeding of fungus. Ideally would like to visually expand the space of a bathroom with the help of a mirror or a suspended ceiling rack.