All about styrofoam molding

When a renovation is started in an apartment, you always want to change something in the design and interior. And if a modern style or a classic one is conceived, you can think about such an element as stucco molding. At the same time, you can still choose material that is quite affordable in cost. Therefore, it will be useful to know everything about styrofoam stucco molding.

As an alternative to gypsum, foam plastic is used for the manufacture of decorative elements, which, in fact, is foamed rubber with a low density. Foam molding has a number of advantages, which include the following:

• not flammable;
• does not cause problems during installation;
• has a very low weight;
• convenient for transportation;
• resistant to moisture;
• retains its original appearance for a long time;
• she is not afraid of too high or, conversely, low temperatures;
• suitable for indoor and outdoor use;
• has an attractive price.

But there are also some disadvantages. For example, the material breaks easily enough. It must be handled with care during transport and repair. Too complex elements cannot be made from this material. Usually, polystyrene stucco molding is used in modern, classic styles, but with original solutions, it can also be applied in other directions - provence or high-tech. The main thing is to choose the right design elements.

A lot of foam elements are used for decorating various rooms and outdoor decoration. These include the following details:

• plinth - a detail necessary so that the floor-to-wall joint or wires are not visible;
• cornice is neededto equip the transition between the ceiling and walls;
• socket located in the place where the lamps or chandelier are equipped;
• molding represents a wide bar on which volumetric patterns are placed;
• bas-relief protrudes above the plane in the form of a volumetric part;
• Column wall-mounted;
• foam niche attached to the wall, and various decorative elements are placed on it;
• elements for fireplaces used as a frame for a decorative fireplace;
• sandrik - the front part of the decor, which is located under the window;
• panels can be placed on separate parts of the facade, most often at the bottom, stone or brick finish is widely used.

Decorative styrofoam molding does not present any particular difficulties in work. Therefore, it is often chosen for the arrangement of premises. Polyfoam is flexible enough, and it is convenient to use it when decorating arches and bay windows. Due to the fact that this type of material is not susceptible to moisture and is easy to clean, it can be used in the design of the kitchen and bathroom.

Both conventional foam options and those processed with a special film to give a smooth and glossy surface are available. Basically, stucco molding is used to decorate the ceiling and walls. To make all the elements look more presentable, they are varnished, painted or treated with a protective layer. The surface then becomes smoother. And sometimes it is even difficult to guess that it is polystyrene.

When mounting on a wall, use a thin mesh for the best grip, and all finishing works on painting and covering with various compounds are carried out when the structures are already fixed on the wall, ceiling or facade of the building. As for outdoor work, such elements should cover with a moisture-proof layer.

When decorating the ceiling with stucco molding, various chandeliers and LED strips look good. When thinking over the design of walls using stucco molding, you need to observe a sense of proportion. Too many details will look tasteless. Therefore, you need to make the right accents: will it be decorative columns, a niche, elements framing the fireplace.

Stucco decor in the interior is widely used in any room using different styles. This is evidenced by the examples presented below.

• The room looks light and airy with the use of columns and stucco moldings on the ceiling. White and beige look perfect in this space.

• This is how chic you can decorate the ceiling and walls and create a solemn and luxurious atmosphere.

• Simple and austere forms look laconic and stylish, but at the same time they are able to decorate the room.

• Decorating a fireplace with foam can transform a room. It is worth adding a few decorative elements to revive the interior a little.

• In a very spacious room, both the columns and the decoration of the ceiling with the help of stucco work look harmonious and do not overload the space.

• Foam molding is also used outside the building. You can, for example, design a window. The building takes on a completely different look.

Details with a pattern of a similar plan can also decorate the house and bring light and graceful notes.

The next video describes how to install foam stucco products.