Plastic ceiling plinths: varieties and installation

Plastic ceiling skirting boards are in high demand and are sold in most stores that sell building and renovation products. Such details have a lot of positive qualities that make them so in demand. In today's article, we will learn more about the different types of plastic skirting boards and figure out how to install them correctly.

Modern ceiling skirting boards made of unpretentious PVC have won great popularity for a reason. Such products are characterized by many positive properties that are so necessary for ceiling structures.

• PVC ceiling skirting boards are moisture resistant. High-quality PVC itself is completely immune to the damaging effects of dampness and moisture, so it can be safely installed in rooms where there is a high humidity level. Households will not have to worry about the safety of plastic components, because they will not fail, even if the surrounding space remains wet all the time.
• Modern plastic moldings work well with the plastic panels used to clad the ceiling base. In combination, the design of the ceiling looks like a single whole, and the separation between panels and skirting boards remains almost invisible. For such a finish, PVC moldings are the ideal solution.
• In stores you can find PVC skirting boards, presented in a rich selection of colors and shades. The most popular and widespread, of course, are the classic snow-white specimens, but if you wish, it is possible to find other, more interesting ranges.
• The components in question do not need complex and expensive maintenance. To keep the surface of plastic skirting boards clean and look neat, the owners only need to wipe it with a damp cloth from time to time. It is advisable to carry out such procedures regularly, because over time, a plaque may appear on the material, which will be very difficult to get rid of.
• Buyers are attracted to such products and availability. PVC skirting boards are one of the most inexpensive components and have an affordable cost.
• The components in question are easy to install. Almost every home craftsman can cope with their installation in the ceiling area - there is no need to call a specialist.

PVC skirting boards have not only advantages, but also certain disadvantages that the consumer should be aware of before purchasing and installing.

• The most significant disadvantage is the modest size of such parts. Wide ceiling moldings are simply not produced, so the owners have to adjust each component as accurately and scrupulously as possible and leave gaps of certain dimensions.
• If the surface of the base is uneven, after the completion of the fastening, there will be visible gaps between it and the fillets themselves.
• Despite the fact that skirting boards are simple and unpretentious in installation, the installation of the last ceiling panel can be quite difficult. To do this, the master is forced to bend the PVC part once again, and then push the “spare part” with effort. Because of this, it can be easily damaged.

Consider in which areas PVC skirting boards are often used:

• they are perfect for the bathroom;
• bathroom;
• corridor or hallway;
• in environments where the ceiling is finished with PVC panels.

Today's PVC moldings for decorating the ceiling base are divided into several types. Let's get to know each of them better.

Beautiful options that can take many forms. They are most often attached to the base by applying a high-quality adhesive composition. This category of moldings is represented by the following subspecies:

• injection-type friezes equipped with embossed decorations;
• extruded models having transverse depressions;
• laminated with a smooth surface.

Classic PVC moldings differ from baguettes by their section and design. Components are triangular-shaped parts to which a U-shaped profile is attached. The profile itself must first be attached to the surface of the ceiling base, and the plinth is exposed later, inserting it into the corresponding grooves. PVC fillet is most often found in the traditional white color, but other options can be found.

Let's analyze what the dimensional parameters of PVC skirting boards can be for the ceiling:

• the most common length is 2.5 m;
• width along the lower leg - 15-23 mm;
• the bar height can be 150 mm.

Also on sale you can find a polyvinyl chloride fillet with the following dimensions:

• 10x10 cm;
• 20x20 cm;
• 30x30 cm.

You can saw down the corner of the ceiling plinth made of plastic using a special tool - a miter box, or by means of the markings on the ceiling. Let's consider how to do it correctly using the example of the second method.

• First you need to cut 2 blanks at an angle of 90 degrees.
• Next, you need to attach 1 bar first. Its end will need to be applied in such a way that it rests against the perpendicular wall. Draw a strip on the surface of the ceiling that will outline the contour of the molding.
• Set the plank aside. Attach the counterpart, in the same way resting it against the end of the wall base. Draw a second line.
• The point of intersection of the marked strips will serve as a mark along which the plastic skirting board needs to be properly trimmed.
• Then it will be necessary to attach each of the fillets in turn and make a mark on them in the place of the cut points.
• Draw a line from this point to the opposite edge of the baseboard.
• Cut the components strictly along the marked lines, join them and attach them to the place where you will install them.

As mentioned earlier, self-assembly of plastic skirting boards is not difficult. The main thing is to act carefully and in stages, to fasten all the parts as reliably and stably as possible. Let us analyze in detail how to correctly install the components in question to the ceiling base.

• First of all, the home craftsman must mark out the future position of the PVC parts. This stage is especially important in cases where it is planned to use dowels and pre-drill the base in order to insert special plugs into the holes.When attaching to wood or metal, you will also need to first attach a component part to make sure that it will fit properly to the base.
• It is necessary to trim the plastic skirting boards as carefully as possible before proceeding with their installation. Make sure that the ends are as flat as possible. The fastening part of the bar will attach from one side to the other. You should not tighten the screws and extra efforts so as not to harm the material.
• It so happens that there is no way to use fasteners. In this case, the skirting boards must be properly glued. Many craftsmen have resorted to this solution. It is important to choose a composition that will glue the parts as reliably and "conscientiously" as possible. Moment glue or so-called liquid nails will do.
• After that, the plastic panels prepared for sheathing the ceiling in the room will need to be carefully inserted into the grooves on one of the available sides. It is important to ensure that the PVC sheets are as close to each other as possible. The master must properly join these finishing details.

Having planned the self-installation of PVC skirting boards, it is advisable to arm yourself with some useful tips and tricks.

• Choose carefully the materials you want to install to the ceiling base. Do not save too much and buy the cheapest Chinese-made skirting boards. They will not last long, and they will lose their visual appeal surprisingly quickly.
• If you are installing moldings for the ceiling with your own hands, which will be finished with PVC plates, it is very important not to confuse the sides of the components. One of the sides will be made in the form of a special tongue. It plays the role of a fastener. The second half performs the function of pressing the finished sheets.
• Try to work with PVC baseboards as carefully as possible. Do not subject them to severe mechanical stress or bend them vigorously. It often happens that these elements need to be bent in a semicircle - this must be done carefully and carefully. Otherwise, the materials can be easily damaged and spoiled.
• If the room has an uneven or stretch ceiling, it is recommended to use lightweight skirting boards with a soft edge.
• If you attach skirting boards with glue, try not to apply too much of the compound. Otherwise, it will break through from all possible joints and crevices. Even if you are faced with a similar problem, the glue will need to be removed immediately using a damp soft cloth. Don't put it off for later.
• Try to choose skirting boards that will look harmonious in tandem with the ceiling decoration in the room. Ideally, materials should overlap in color and overall style.
• Skirting boards should not be glued to the ceiling, but to the walls in the room. Thus, the parts will hold much more reliably and more confidently and will not harm the surface of the ceiling base.
• You can attach PVC moldings not only to self-tapping screws, but also to special construction brackets - each craftsman chooses the appropriate fasteners himself.
• To install the skirting boards, you need to use only high-quality glue, which sets quickly and is able to fix reliably. Best of all, the well-known "Moment" copes with this task. Other formulations, which are cheaper and take longer to set, may not be the most convenient to work with, and their level of reliability is questionable.
• Plastic panels for ceiling decoration are installed quickly and easily, but if you are afraid to get involved with such work and make mistakes, it is better to contact the professionals - do not translate the material.

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