Duplex plasterboard ceilings in the interior

Today you will not surprise anyone with two-level plasterboard ceilings. Such designs are very popular and are quite common. This popularity is due to the attractive appearance of multi-level ceilings and their ability to transform different environments. Today we will talk in more detail about these interior details and their features.

Today, every consumer has the opportunity to draw up an interesting and harmonious interior, because in the shops of finishing materials you can find any goods. Relatively recently, original designs have come into vogue, transforming ordinary ceilings into multi-level structures. Initially, such design elements were considered a curiosity and seemed to many consumers something non-standard and unusual.

At the present time, it is difficult to surprise anyone with such designs. For the manufacture of two-level ceilings, an inexpensive material is used - drywall, which is pliable and easy to process. It can be painted, trimmed with wood panels, pasted over with different wallpapers or supplemented with spectacular panels.

Despite the seeming ease of installation of such a spectacular design, the installation of a two-level ceiling is still quite a costly affair. First of all, this concerns the time and effort that will have to be spent on making a high-quality base.

It is worth paying attention to the positive aspects of two-level plasterboard ceilings:

• Thanks to such structures, you can get a perfectly flat ceiling surface that can effectively hide various defects and imperfections of the rough base.
• Many owners prefer such finishing options, since they can hide various communications and engineering networks. For example, it can be electrical wiring, freon ducts of air conditioners or television cables. Also, under the plasterboard ceiling, air ducts and heating pipes are often hidden, which look unpresentable and spoil the interior.
• A two-tiered ceiling is a great solution if you want to produce an unobtrusive but noticeable zoning of the existing space. Such a base can be equipped with various lighting devices, with the help of which it will be possible to correctly separate different functional areas.

• Having installed a beautiful two-level plasterboard ceiling, you can visually change the geometry of the room, as well as change its shape. For example, a square structure in a narrow rectangular space can visually "push apart" the floors.
• If you like non-standard design solutions and want to bring something bright and original to the interior, then you should know that a double plasterboard ceiling can be an excellent basis for installing multi-level lighting. Such elements often combine several light sources at once. For example, it can be halogen, LED, and fluorescent bulbs.
• As mentioned earlier, drywall is a pliable coating that can be subjected to almost any treatment. This suggests that a ceiling made of such a material can be repainted many times in the colors you like, thereby updating the interior.

Despite the large number of positive qualities, two-level plasterboard ceilings have their own weaknesses:

• Such designs will inevitably make the ceiling and walls lower. Of course, you can beat this drawback with the help of lighting devices and LED backlighting, but this must be done correctly. Otherwise, the desired effect may not be achieved.
• Many consumers in the category of disadvantages include the fact that it is almost impossible to make and install such a structure alone. Drywall sheets are heavy, so it is very difficult for one person to install them. Even if you use all the fixtures and fittings at your disposal, installing a two-level base will remain very laborious.

• Such designs are not suitable for all rooms. So, in a tiny small room with an already low ceiling, the two-level version will look inharmonious, since it will make the walls lower and visually reduce the area even more.
• The last, but no less significant disadvantage of such structures is their total cost. If we take into account only the price of drywall sheets, then the amount may seem quite democratic, but do not forget that the price will also include the finishing of the ceiling, which accounts for the main expenses. Do not forget about the installation of lighting fixtures.

Two-level ceilings are of several types, each of which has its own structure and installation features. Let's consider them in more detail.

This type of two-level plasterboard ceiling is the simplest. Its design consists of a box with one or more steps. It is recommended to turn to this option if the ceiling height in the room is at least 3 m. This is due to the fact that the box itself in the frame structure, as a rule, takes up a space of 50 cm from the floor slab.

Concealed lighting is installed along the contour of the box. An LED strip is ideal for this.

With the help of such a two-level ceiling, you can emphasize the existing interior. The box-shaped structure will allow high-quality lighting of the corners of the space, which is often simply necessary for a particular room. The main chandelier in the center of the ceiling will provide illumination of the entire area, and contour lamps will brighten the corners.

The diagonal ceiling is more interesting and original than the traditional frame version. Its design is represented by such a structure: first, the first tier is mounted, and all the rest are shifted to one side of the room. The dividing line falls along one side, passing from one corner of the room to the other (diagonally).

As for the dividing line itself, it can be not only straight. Plasterboard structures look interesting, in which this part has a wavy shape.

With a diagonal ceiling, you can create a visual effect more spacious part of the room. It is also permissible to equip this ceiling with a main chandelier in the center and "support" it with LED lighting sources on the next tier.

With such a double ceiling, it will be possible to select one or another section of space.In these cases, the room itself has one level, but one more level is needed above the necessary area, which needs to be emphasized. There may be several of them and they occupy a very modest part of the premises.

Today, unusual curly ceilings are incredibly fashionable. They can have various elements on their surface such as leaves, butterflies, stars, clouds, flowers and other details (having different sizes). To carefully cut them out of plasterboard, you must have the appropriate skills.

Such designs noticeably refresh the interior, making it much more interesting. That is why such two-level ceilings are often used in the design of children's rooms, since young household members are indescribably delighted with these design solutions.

A two-tiered plasterboard ceiling looks organic in many stylistic directions, but each trend has its own distinctive features.

In an uncomplicated and restrained atmosphere of minimalism style, you should use the most simple and discreet ceiling. It should not have large and eye-catching patterns or decorative elements. This suggests that the original figured version in a minimalist interior will be superfluous. Here, the best solution would be a simple frame or diagonal ceiling (with straight, but not wavy lines).

In many ways it is similar to minimalism, another popular style in the modern direction - hi-tech. In such an interior, discreet plasterboard structures with hidden LED strips and recessed lamps should also be installed. Lots of decorative elements and wavy features should be avoided.

In the Art Nouveau style, you can safely turn to the unusual two-level ceilings that have wavy and non-trivial shapes, as well as smooth features. It can be not only standard and angular designs, but also fashionable rounded and oval specimens diluted with stretch films with glossy surfaces.

It is permissible to use two-level ceilings and in a rough loft style. In this case, you should not use a lot of bright decorative elements. You can do with simple white structures, equipped with recessed lamps or track long devices made of metal painted in black or gray.

Two-level ceilings can be equipped with different lighting fixtures. Let's consider them in more detail.

These devices (tiered, pendant or ceiling) lighting are the most popular in the arrangement of any ceilings. Most often they are installed in the center of the base and they are the main sources of light in the room.

These light sources are currently recognized as the most economical and popular. They are white and multi-colored. Often, LED lighting devices come with a remote control, with which you can change the color of the lighting and its intensity.

These devices are also very common today. They are completely safe and inexpensive. These devices have a glass and metal or ceramic body, inside which LEDs are hidden. There are flat and movable spotlights. The latter are installed on special brackets and they can be directed to the object you need in the room.

Two-level ceilings look organic in almost any room. However, it is worth considering some features of their installation in different conditions.

Installation of two-tiered plasterboard ceilings can be done in a hallway or a narrow corridor, but in such rooms it is better to use long rectangular structures and purchase light materials for their decoration, for example, beige, cream, snow-white, light yellow or pale peach.

Intricate patterned and figured structures with contrasting dark surfaces should be addressed only if there is a spacious entrance hall in your house or apartment. Otherwise, the space may seem too cramped and "oppressive".

In the bedroom, it is recommended to use plasterboard structures, finished with materials of calm and neutral tones. Such discreet colors will contribute to the owners' proper rest and their rapid falling asleep. Bright and toxic colors should be avoided, as they will excite the nervous system and interfere with relaxation.

You can use charming ceilings with smooth and graceful lines in such rooms. Such options will look good if supplemented with glass or stained glass details. With these elements, the space will appear more spacious and brighter.

Many designers use spectacular plasterboard ceilings with beautiful paintings in their designs. They can be complemented with elegant polyurethane moldings. Details like these will look great in a bedroom environment.

It's no secret that the main element of any bedroom is the bed. Often, its location is reflected in the structure of the ceiling. For example, a protruding level of a rectangular or rounded shape, equipped with lighting, is often installed above the bed. Such elements draw attention to the bed.

Before installing such structures in these rooms, it is worth considering the height of their ceiling. If they are too low, then, of course, it is better to abandon unnecessary tiers so as not to make the rooms even cramped and smaller.

High-quality lighting plays an important role in the kitchen. If we are talking about arranging the working area (for cooking), then here you can use bright spotlights installed in the plasterboard ceiling and aimed at the countertops of the kitchen set. Lighting is also required for the dining area. For this, a chandelier or track lights are quite suitable.

A plasterboard ceiling with two levels can be safely installed in a children's room, since it is environmentally friendly and absolutely safe. The drywall contains no hazardous and harmful substances.

Also, in children's rooms, you can use the original curly ceilings. This can be a spectacular image of a relief flower, a cartoon character or some kind of animal. Revive interesting figures with rich colors, and the interior of the nursery will become truly fabulous and bright.

Plasterboard ceilings are quite unpretentious and do not require complex maintenance. If you want these beautiful designs to serve you as long as possible, and also to maintain a beautiful appearance, they need to be wiped down sometimes with a dry and clean cloth. However, it is worth making sure that its pile is small and does not remain on the ceiling structure.

In addition, the plasterboard ceiling can be vacuum cleaned. This is especially necessary in corners, where cobwebs often appear and various debris accumulates.

Lighting devices installed in a plasterboard structure also require simple maintenance. They should be gently wiped down several times a year. As a rule, hostesses carry out this work during the general cleaning. It is also worth wiping the lighting devices with a dry cloth.

If the luminaires are equipped with very powerful bulbs, then an ugly yellowish coating can form around them over time. It can be removed with a special felt-tip pen of the desired shade. Such a device can be found in hardware stores.

If noticeable dirty spots have formed on the plasterboard base, then they should be removed using a small amount of water. Do not forget that excess moisture can cause irreparable damage to your two-level ceiling, so be careful. You can use dish soap to clean stains faster and easier. In rare cases, the owners repaint the plasterboard structure.

• A snow-white wave-like design with rounded lines and glossy black stretch film inserts will look amazing in a modern room. Place furniture in white and black colors in such a room, and decorate the walls with snow-white plaster or wallpaper. Complete the ensemble with spotlights on the ceiling, a pendant chandelier with small glittering crystals, fresh potted flowers and wall paintings.
• In a children's room with peach-colored wallpaper, the original ceiling with a snow-white plasterboard frame and a stretch film in its center with the image of star vortices in the sky will look great. Place furniture in soothing colors in such an environment. Dissolve the ensemble with multi-colored floor carpet and ceiling lights with red bases and white shades.

• In the snow-white hallway, the same snow-white elongated rectangular ceiling will look great. In such an environment, doors of a dull caramel shade, wall paintings of a similar palette, as well as decorative driftwood in high vases and a brown ottoman will look organic.
• A snow-white double ceiling with an original chandelier of an unusual shape will look spectacular in a living room with white walls, pale brown floors and light milky furniture. Dilute the whiteness of the interior with a green carpet on the floor, green curtains, and decorative striped pillows.

For information on how to install a two-level plasterboard ceiling, see the next video.