Ceiling moldings in interior design

To make the interior complete and harmonious, you often have to pay attention to various details. Today we will talk about ceiling moldings and their role in interior design.

If you want to complete the interior without significant financial investments, you can use the molding. It is an overhead panel that can be used to decorate walls or ceilings.

Ceiling moldings are laconic, with a minimum of details. There are also multi-tiered models with imitation of stucco molding. Such panels differ in width - for ceiling panels, this value, as a rule, ranges from 2 to 20 cm.

Moldings can be different in structure and texture. Today, models are available in all kinds of configurations and sizes. They are smooth, embossed, imitating old stucco or geometric patterns.

Such panels are made from various materials:

• made of polyurethane (foamed plastic);
• from polyvinyl chloride (PVC);
• made of wood;
• from foam;
• from plaster;
• from marble.

This option is the most common, since polyurethane has many advantages over other materials:

• it is affordable;
• moisture resistant (suitable for use in the bathroom);
• has protection against temperature extremes;
• unpretentious in care;
• flexible and unbreakable;
• retains its original appearance and color for many years.

Polyurethane ceiling moldings resemble plaster moldings. Moreover, the performance of such products is much higher. This material is a liquid plastic that is poured into molds during production and then processed in an oven. The result is a durable and water-resistant material that is not affected by temperature extremes.

The PVC ceiling cornice is affordable and easy to install. As a rule, consumables come with mounting elements. PVC moldings are fixed with self-tapping screws or other fasteners (this is their difference from foam or polyurethane profiles).

The cheapest option is a Styrofoam ceiling plinth. The advantage of this finishing material is its minimal weight, thanks to which the molding is easy to mount with special glue. The ease of processing the foam panel is obvious - if necessary, you can give the strip the desired shape or length using an ordinary office knife.

If the walls in the room are flat, then feel free to choose wooden parts, which are considered the most environmentally friendly options for finishing. Wood panels have long been used in construction, because once decorative elements from artificial materials were not produced.

Wood is a beautiful, safe and environmentally friendly material, but its disadvantage is that it is possible to place the panel only on a perfectly flat surface. Also, this raw material is characterized by poor moisture resistance (under the influence of high humidity, the tree crumbles and cracks).

Fancy ceiling moldings are made of marble and plaster. Typically, these designs are expensive. They will decorate a luxurious interior in classic or baroque styles. Such elements are also used to restore old buildings or create exclusive design projects.

Plaster molding is durable and safe from an environmental point of view.

You will be able to create a unique design using such a finish, however, plaster has its drawbacks:

• high price;
• heavy weight;
• fragility.

Marble moldings are of high artistic value, emphasizing the delicate taste of the owner of the home. As a rule, when finishing the ceiling, this material is rarely used due to the complexity of the work and the large weight. But for finishing the facade, marble is perfect. It will add aesthetic value to the building.

The process of installing ready-made moldings on a stretch ceiling is especially complicated. After installing such a canvas, as a rule, it is required to hide the gaps formed between the wall and the ceiling surface. The size of the slots depends on the curvature of the walls and can reach 1 cm.

Baguettes (corner skirting boards) for stretch ceilings are made of polyurethane or polyurethane foam. These lightweight decorative panels are used to avoid deforming suspended ceiling structures. Manufacturers of stretch ceilings recommend avoiding additional decor, using only skirting boards along the perimeter of the load-bearing wall.

Ceiling moldings can be used in combination with various finishing materials.

• PVC moldings are a suitable option for stretch ceilings.
• Foam molding is typically used in false ceilings and plasterboard suspended structures. It is important that the moldings can then be painted along with the ceiling or walls.
• Wooden skirting boards are a classic of the genre. As a rule, they are used for surfaces covered with wood (for example, in country houses and summer cottages).
• Polyurethane skirting boards are used literally everywhere. It is especially popular in the decoration of apartments and living quarters.
• Plaster fillet can be seen in museums. In the modern version, however, this is a rather expensive option (difficult to install).

When choosing an adhesive for a ceiling molding, consider the material from which it is made.

• For polystyrene, a quick-setting composition for expanded polystyrene or acrylic putty is suitable.
• It is better to glue the polyurethane molding to liquid nails or acrylic sealant.

Before gluing, the surface is cleaned of dirt. Fastening the moldings should start from the corners. If necessary, additionally fasten the panels with self-tapping screws.

For information on how to glue the ceiling plinth, see the next video.

Consider the general rules for choosing moldings for various interiors.

• When choosing a molding, start from the style of the interior.
• The workload of the room with furniture and accessories will affect your choice. In order not to overload the interior, give preference to thin and simple skirting boards.
• Massive molding with a lot of decorative details or ornaments is suitable for large apartments and rooms with high ceilings.
• For small apartments, wide skirting boards can be used only if the walls and ceiling in such a room have light shades. For small areas, it is worth using smaller elements.

• If the room has low ceilings, then panels, vertical pilasters, fillets and pseudo-panels will help to visually correct this deficiency.
• In light rooms, you can use dark colored moldings, playing in contrast.
• For wide rooms with low ceilings, platbands and panels with a height greater than the width are suitable, which will visually increase the height of these ceilings.

Thanks to their unusual design, modern moldings will satisfy even the most unusual consumer needs. Ceiling panels should harmoniously fit into the overall style of the room. For a classic interior, moldings with simple lines are suitable, and for an interior in an ethnic style, you can safely use an unusual ornament.

If you are planning to transform the interior in a classic style (be it an apartment or a public space), then you can make a frame of panels in the center of the ceiling, and arrange a floral ornament in the corners. In this style, polyurethane stucco molding located around the perimeter will also look good.

Most often, buyers choose white and beige panels., which add airiness to the room and visually increase it. And for those who want to experiment with color and make a luxurious interior a la "royal palace", you can purchase gilded ornaments and decorative details.

Connoisseurs of modern style in the interior choose a minimalist design and smooth skirting boards. They help not only to mask the joints between the ceiling and walls, but also to divide the room into zones. To do this, it is enough to lay out geometric shapes on the ceiling. You can use an original design technique by placing several geometric shapes from polyurethane panels from the chandelier in a "fan" position, which will increase incrementally.

Any interior can be decorated with moldings in accordance with a specific style. So, high-tech can be supplemented with elements with chrome or metal texture, pop art involves the use of bright colors and contrasting techniques, and constructivism and minimalism accept a restrained design with a minimum of details, for example, smooth baseboards and square-shaped figures.

An ordinary white ceiling without decoration is a rather boring sight, so you should turn on your imagination and, in cooperation with designers and craftsmen, create your dream home. A huge selection of decorative elements for finishing ceilings is amazing and can satisfy the needs of people with all tastes and financial capabilities.