All about decorative beams

The trends towards the use of natural materials in the design of beautiful and modern interiors are becoming more and more relevant. Eco-style is very popular, and one of the leading trends is the use of decorative beams in the design of premises. The material is harmless, simple, but with its help many original ideas can be realized. You should know about the features of the decorative timber, its varieties, as well as the ways of decorating beautiful interiors.

Stylish, modern, yet completely safe. This is how you can characterize the decorative timber, which in recent years now and then flaunts in the pictures of the best interior solutions from around the world.

In addition to creating a beautiful interior solution, decorative timber allows you to improve the microclimate in the house, because it is an environmentally friendly material that is processed without all sorts of chemicals, and over time it does not emit harmful substances.

Decorative timber is great for decorating the ceiling in an apartment, private house, office or in the country. With the help of ready-made wooden slats, you can bring to life the most interesting interior solutions.

Wooden slats are now at their peak of popularity not only in the USA and Europe, but also in our country. They are used to decorate corridors, living rooms, halls and bedrooms. And most importantly, the decorative timber is very affordable ready-made. A significant plus is the large size range. Wooden slats can be not only compact, but also very wide, and manufacturers often offer custom-made slats.

The decorative timber is painted, this not only makes it more attractive in appearance, but also allows it to last longer. Stain, varnish and other products adapted for wood are used as impregnation.

Externally, the decorative timber differs from the usual one in size and color. For the ceiling, as a rule, slats of different thicknesses are used. The slatted ceiling is completely made of wood and undergoes appropriate processing, thanks to which it will serve for many years. For the walls, wooden slats are used, they are often not very thick, although much depends on the interior design.

There are slats and solid wood bars. Such material is completely natural, which means that the buyer will have to pay a decent amount in order, for example, to equip the entire ceiling with decorative slats. As for decorative beams based on MDF, it is worth noting that, in terms of external characteristics, they are not worse than options from an array, but at a significantly lower price. The so-called heart of such beams is made of MDF, that is, from a fiberboard, veneer is glued on top. Such decorative beams have excellent sound insulation.

For example, if the ceilings are low, it is best to give preference to slats, which have a minimum cross-section, and for spacious rooms, more massive options can be considered. Depending on the additional impregnation and coating, the decorative timber can be glossy or matte.

It is not difficult to install a decorative beam if you have certain skills in construction work. However, we still recommend using the help of specialists who will certainly help to bring the conceived interior solution to life in a short time.

After installing wooden slats, it will be impossible to paint the wall. The same goes for the ceiling. Before starting installation work, you should make a markup, as well as take measurements. However, if the decorative beam was originally ordered in a certain size, it is unlikely to have to be cut.

Externally, the bars should be smooth, carefully polished. Sometimes it is better to purchase ready-made options for decorative beams, and not to cover them with varnish or stain on your own, this increases the operating time. As a rule, a minimum of improvised inventory is required for the installation of a bar. If the timber will be mounted on the ceiling, it is extremely important to take care of the presence of a ladder.

Decorative timber is glued to the wall using special glue. The bar is fixed on double-sided tape, which can be removed after the glue is completely dry. Experts recommend using fast-acting transparent assembly adhesive. The floor gap can be covered with a backing so that there is no need to install a skirting board.

And also there is a non-adhesive method of mounting a decorative bar, when wooden slats are screwed to the surface (wall or ceiling) with a screwdriver... This method is considered more reliable. If the slats are ready and painted, this will save time for installation work. If they are not prepared, then they are usually painted after installation.

The timber as a decorative element in the interior looks expensive and modern. It is a pleasure to decorate the interior with such a decorative element, the main thing is not to be afraid to give free rein to your imagination or to trust a professional designer.

Let's consider the most successful examples that can be implemented.

• Decorative timber looks great in the interior of the hallway, with its help, you can trim a part of the wall, which will later be used as a clothes hanger.

• The headboard can also be decorated with thin wood slats. To complete the interior solution, the slats can be installed not only on the wall, but also extended to a part of the ceiling. The conducted light between the slats looks advantageous.

• Decorative beams can be used for room zoning and installation as a partition. It fits especially well into the modern interior of the office, when it is necessary to separate a small functional space for work.

• Decorative lamellas made of wood can be installed in a wide variety of formats, these can be original partitions of unusual shapes that can be inserted into any room in a house or apartment. It is important to use this kind of partitions in country houses and dachas, especially if wood decor prevails in the country.

The following video will tell you how to attach a decorative beam to the ceiling.