Decorative brick: application in the interior and tips for making

Decorative brick is an imitation of brickwork. The finishing material helps to decorate the wall without using wood, wallpaper or plaster. Some believe that using this finishing option it is impossible to create a cozy and pleasant design, while others are sure that the brickwork in the room is what will help to create an original and atypical style. Before choosing a material, you need to familiarize yourself with its characteristics and types in order to purchase exactly what will fit the interior of the room.

Decorative brick is a highly demanded and popular material due to its excellent technical characteristics. Due to its advantages, it attracts the attention of many people. The main positive qualities.

• It has a small thickness, so it can be used even in small rooms. Quite often there are brickwork from interior bricks in the hallway.
• It retains heat well, has low sound permeability. Insulation indicators are the most significant plus of the product.
• It is made of high-quality, safe materials that do not emit any harmful substances, is environmentally friendly, and is not capable of causing allergic reactions.
• Easy to install, since the elements are lightweight and can be easily attached to the walls with special glue. Even a person without experience can make the finishing material.
• It is quite easy to cut if necessary, it can be used to decorate corners and joints.

Like any finishing material, decorative bricks have disadvantages:

• the surface of the elements is rough;
• low hygroscopicity.

There are several types of decorative bricks. Each of them has its own characteristics and qualities, so before purchasing any of the elements, it is worth examining the features of all options in order to choose the most suitable one.

• In the manufacture of clinker bricks it is based on ceramics, so sometimes it can be called ceramic. It will be able to serve for a long time, even if the room is humid. It is not very dirty, it is easy to clean, so you can often see this type of brick in the wall decoration in the kitchen or in the bathroom. The material is not afraid of temperature changes, so it can be used in rooms that are not heated. The most durable and practical option. During the production process, the mass from which the elements are made is subjected to double thermal hardening, which allows the clinker elements to be laid both on the wall and on the floor. Another positive quality is the uneven color range. This type has the highest cost.

• Gypsum (Venetian stone) has an adequate cost. It is quite fragile, but despite this, it can last for many years, as it is practical and hygroscopic. One of the varieties of such bricks is cement. It is stronger, not afraid of mechanical stress. Sticking elements is quick and easy.

• An original and unusual type of finishing material is flexible brick. It is a decorative tile that can quickly and easily change shape when heated (you can use a warm stream of air from a hair dryer). This is a unique option, which is very convenient for decorating walls with a complex configuration, a wide variety of ledges, columns or arched ceilings.

• Wall panels - material that is made of MDF, glass fiber reinforced concrete and PVC. It is extremely easy to use and durable enough with a protective coating that allows the elements to withstand friction and moderate impact. Ideal for decorating a restaurant or bar. With its help, amazing authentic interiors are created. It can last fifteen years without losing quality and attractive appearance. It has a low weight and thickness, and is widely used for finishing plasterboard partitions. Easy to process, you can cut the element with a regular knife, easy to install. Resistant, not afraid of strong moisture, mold or mildew. There are many different design options for such elements, so you can choose something interesting from a variety of shades and a variety of textures.

Decorative brick masonry is suitable for many interior styles, it is only important to correctly arrange the surface. The unique texture of this material is ideal for a loft style. Any room will look more aesthetically pleasing and original. You can use the items in the kitchen or bedroom. Most often, in this style, decorative brick is used to decorate one wall, which is an accent. The color of the elements can be any, depending on the taste of the owners. You can give preference to light colors, as well as bright, saturated shades - brown or brick. If the room is spacious, a black accent wall will look extraordinary and beautiful.

If the room is decorated in a country style, the brick is used for one wall, which is the background. Typically, this design is chosen for the kitchen. Often, rooms can be decorated with inserts of elements along a doorway or arch. Typically, interiors in this style are extremely light and simple and create an atmosphere of ease. It is extremely important not to use heavy elements for decoration, which can disrupt the created harmony.

The most trendy and modern style is minimalism. When decorating, a minimum amount of details is used, the decor is extremely restrained, austere and laconic. The main color is white, but some color accents can be allowed. White brickwork is exactly what is needed for such an interior. Good "partners" for her will be light-colored wallpapers with a light print and a wooden floor.

In order for the design of any of the interiors to look beautiful and aesthetically pleasing, it is necessary to correctly choose the areas and shades of the product. You should purchase something that will be in harmony with the design palette and furniture items.

It is necessary to treat the design of this room very carefully, since it is in it that a variety of festive events, family gatherings and meetings of friends are most often held. Modern interiors allow the use of a brick wall accent to make the room feel more welcoming and atmospheric. Brickwork is a wonderful decorative element, so there is no need to decorate it in any way. If you still want to add something, you can put some beautiful photos or posters on the masonry. They will look harmonious and will not litter the room.

For the living room, you can choose any shade of the product. It is important that it is successfully combined with the design. Some decorate one wall, while others decorate individual areas. Both options look decent. A fireplace or brick stove looks incredibly attractive and interesting, as well as a niche in the wall, which will create a special, pleasant and cozy atmosphere. An ideal option for a living room combined with a kitchen is a medium-sized brick wall that will help divide the zones.

Brick elements in the design look extremely warm, so this element is often used when decorating a bedroom. Brick works well with a variety of facing materials. Often, it is used to decorate the wall at the head of the beds or the one on which the TV panel is located. If the room is too narrow, and the back of the bed is located against a long wall, it is this surface that is decorated with interior bricks. This allows you to make the room wider, as the wall moves away visually.

If the corridor is small, decorating with a light decorative material, the surface of which is glossy, is suitable. This option allows you to make the room larger and more spacious. Most often, this solution is used for Scandinavian style or minimalism. You can make a fragmentary finish with a red brick by decorating the corners, areas at the joints of surfaces, zones of arches and the opening of the front door. If the room is large, masonry can help with zoning.

Even if the room is extremely large, you should not use too much brick in its design, as this can ruin the interior. Better to make brickwork as a link between different types of finishes. It is worthwhile to correctly determine the wall on which the material will be placed: the masonry should be on the surface on which natural light falls. If you want to use red brick, it is better to use additional lighting sources, since such elements will absorb light.

The microclimate in the bathroom and toilet is specific, so interior brick is not a very good option for these rooms. If it is still used, the elements should be treated with a special tool that relieves the owner of the apartment from mold. It is also better to use an antibacterial composition. The rough surface of the brickwork and the snow-white plumbing are a combination that looks extremely attractive. In most cases, surfaces are designed with plastic panels or tiles that imitate brick.

Decorating a loggia with decorative bricks is a good idea, because it looks harmonious and beautiful. If the balcony is small, you should choose thinner elements. By means of such decoration, you can create a cozy and pleasant room for rest and relaxation. Both light and dark bricks are used. If you wish, you can arrange a place around the doorway with gray or aged bricks. Both options look very interesting and modern.

Some people like to make decorative tiles for decorating with their own hands, since when doing it yourself, you can create an unusual texture. It is extremely easy to do this; it does not require any special equipment. A material made of polystyrene is the simplest option that can help decorate the original interior. To create such a product, you need fine-grained foam.It must be cut to form individual elements (25 by 12 centimeters). If the surface is perfectly flat, you can glue the bricks directly onto it. If not, a plywood base panel is made.

The elements are fixed to the panel using PVA with a gap, which is an imitation of natural brickwork (10-15 millimeters). To make the masonry more natural, you need to crack it with a knife or a soldering iron (you can use any sharp object). Next, the panel is placed on the wall, after which the elements can be painted with acrylic paint. Apply two or three coats, starting with a dark shade and finishing with a lighter shade. Spray cans are best suited for painting.

With the help of brickwork, you can make an incredible interior, which will delight the owner of the apartment for a long time, creating a warm atmosphere.

• Light design, in which the brick wall made of decorative material in gray shades fits perfectly harmoniously.
• An interesting solution for courageous and creative individuals who are trying to create a laconic interior.
• Nice design, in which brickwork acts as a decorative element.

For information on how to make a decorative brick with your own hands, see the next video.