The subtleties of choosing a plinth for the ceiling

The final stage of renovation work in the residential area is completed by the installation of skirting boards. This material also has other names: fillet, cornice, baguette. Previously, instead of skirting boards, people used a paper panel. It was glued to the top edge of the wallpaper and thus created a visual border between the ceiling and the wall.

The panel did not hide the irregularities and defects of the ceiling, and sometimes even highlighted individual flaws. With the advent of beautiful skirting boards, the design of the room has become more aesthetic and original. Baguettes can easily eliminate any flaws after the completion of repair and construction work.

A huge number of types and varieties of skirting boards allows you to create a unique design in the interior of a private house or apartment. Ceiling cornices are classified according to the type of material made, texture and width.

In the construction industry, the following materials are used for the manufacture of ceiling cornices:

• Gypsum. Plaster-based cornices are rarely used as decoration for the ceiling. Due to their high cost, such baguettes are found in large mansions and cottages. They are used in architectural structures related to historical monuments.

• Wood. A baguette made of natural wood will perfectly fit into the classic style of the interior with additional decorative elements. Typically, wood fillets are used to decorate walls in dark and brown tones, as well as high sideboards on the ceiling.

Experienced professionals and designers recommend installing fillets on a wooden base along with classic furniture. Choosing a wooden cornice, special attention should be paid to the presence of UV treatment. Since this is an important detail, it minimizes the impact of the environment on the wood and prolongs its useful life.

• Polyurethane. Basically, fans of antique decor prefer to use such cornices. Since baguettes are externally similar to ordinary stucco molding. Using such a design, special attention should be paid to even small nuances, such as decorative elements.

Regardless of the high cost of the material, experienced craftsmen prefer to use polyurethane curtain rods. As they take any shape without any further damage. Skirting boards can also be installed in the bathroom, as they are moisture resistant. Polyurethane baguettes are also used for kitchen ceilings.

This material does not absorb individual aromas and goes well with various interior elements. Polyurethane-based skirting boards are quite light in weight. Therefore, they can be used for tensioning surfaces. It is worth noting that the cornices can be painted in any color, perfectly retain their shape and are easy to install.

• Styrofoam and polystyrene. Such materials have a wide variety of shapes and shades. Polystyrene or foam-based baguettes are often installed on ceilings.Since these materials are of low cost, they are moisture resistant, and also not subject to decay and any influence of organisms that cause fungal formations. The main disadvantages are the rather thin material and changes its shade under the influence of light.

• PVC or plastic. Fillets on a plastic base are the most common type. Cheap material, a variety of shapes, shades and textures allow using skirting boards in any interior. PVC baguettes are lightweight, resistant to any impact, and are also moisture resistant and durable. The plastic cornice is created already painted. Each person will be able to choose the desired color based on the interior design in the room.

• Baguettes or skirting boards are also usually classified according to texture parameters:

1. injection - with manufactured thread;
2. laminated - have a flat surface;
3. extruded - with ready-made grooves.

When making a choice in favor of certain skirting boards, special attention should be paid to the material, color and shape. An important role is played by the type of ceiling, namely the material used for its manufacture.

When it comes to tension surfaces, the baguettes are mounted to eliminate any defects and gaps associated with the wall. However, it is strictly forbidden to glue the material to the ceiling structure.

Particular attention is paid to such nuances:

• Total weight. The lightest materials - expanded polystyrene, plastic, polystyrene - are glued directly to the wall, since they practically do not deform. The adhesive used for installation must be highly durable and reliable. Better to trust experienced brands than redo the work again.
• The abutment to the surface must be flat enough so that no gaps are left.
• Plastic baguettes perfectly mask any joints of the ceiling and walls. Small roughness will be almost invisible.
• Wooden products can only be installed with special fasteners for the wall.
• Fillets perfectly hide the extra gaps between the ceiling and the wall.

Almost any model can be used for suspended structures made of plasterboard. Therefore, as the main fastening to the ceiling structure is performed on both sides. On suspended structures, polystyrene or polyurethane foam cornices look great.

• If you touch upon the plastered ceilings, then it is worth highlighting the main details and nuances of this process. Usually, even a perfectly smooth surface can have small imperfections and irregularities after plastering. Therefore, the choice should be made in favor of baguettes with soft edges - foam or polyurethane.

• For installation of cornices on a plastered surface, it is best to use a material with a ready-made cable channel that allows you to hide any wiring without additional crushing of the walls.

Fillet profiles for fillets can be created from various components. In addition, they can vary in width and shape. Most often, the length of the baguette does not exceed 2 m.

Polyurethane-based skirting boards can be imitated with stucco molding:

• one-piece polyurethane baguettes decorated with decor and beads;
• fillets with cut holes for the lighting system, neon tubes are also used.

Original fillet with lighting for the ceiling. Such curbs are called diode curbs. This is a unique trend in the world of interior design.Similar materials are used in rooms with a main source of illumination and additional spotlights and lamps. Diode lamps fit perfectly with the baguette thanks to the cutout on the surface of the product.

Additionally, a polyurethane profile can be used, in which the light source is installed. Therefore, many companies make cornices with ready-made holes for lamps and other light sources.

Among other materials, it is distinguished by a flexible molding. It is mainly used to organize smooth shapes, since the material perfectly decorates the columns. A flexible profile can hide any flaws and defects in the ceiling, transforming the geometry of the room.

There are other types of polyurethane baguettes. In particular, many manufacturers create moldings from various composite materials. Through this process, curtain rods can be both flexible and rigid. They are perfectly combined and combined with each other.

Prices for such skirting boards can vary from 280 to 3000 rubles per unit. The final cost of the product depends on the used profile, decorative pattern and other decorations and elements. For example, conventional flexible profiles will cost an order of magnitude cheaper than skirting boards with decorated patterns.

Ceiling fillets play an important role in decorating and decorating the interior of any room. An important role in this process is played by the color, pattern and texture of the material.

Various fillet colors can visually reduce or increase the space. When the colors of the wall and the baguette match each other, the height of the room is visually reduced. If the ceiling and molding have the same color tone, then the height becomes higher.

Ceiling fillets in bright colors and walls in darker shades contribute to a visual reduction in height in the room, but add a sophisticated style to any room. In this situation, the luminous fillet fits perfectly into the design with the rest of the compositional components: furniture, floor.

Focusing on the shape and pattern of the fillet, special attention should be paid to the following principles:

• The pattern or pattern on the fillet is chosen according to the overall design of the room. For example, for a classic interior, it is necessary to use them with various decorative patterns depicting stucco or wood with original carvings, possibly black.
• The interior in the English style involves the use of smooth and wide fillets. In some situations, tinted material can be used.
• The minimalist interior is perfectly combined with thin baguettes and light geometric ornaments.
• A large pattern or ornament is best used on plain ceiling or wall surfaces. This method does not create bulkiness in the interior of a small room.
• If you use a baguette with a colorful pattern, then it should fit perfectly into the overall texture of the interior. The transitions should be as smooth as possible between the planes.
• Complex textures and fillets will make the fit much more difficult. In this situation, corner components can be matched to create a colorful design.

Before starting the process of installation and gluing under the tension structure, it is necessary to clearly define all the fillet markings. To complete this work, you will need a building level. If there is no such tool, then you can use the old-fashioned way and fix it this way, for example, above the dormer window.

To begin with, you should stretch the cord along the ceiling, mark clear marks with a crayon or pencil and beat off a straight line. If the wallpaper has already been glued to the walls, then you need to make a neat cut and remove the excess coating.This issue should be approached carefully and scrupulously.

Regardless of the choice of moldings or fillets made of polyurethane or foam, it should be glued from the beginning of the corner of the tensile structure. This will require a corner. If there is no tool, then you can prepare the material yourself to create the correct angle.

The process is as follows: the parts are neatly cut at a 45 degree angle. Each piece should be tried on for maximum seam. The finished sections are applied to the ceiling. Beginners should take into account the fact that the cutout takes about 15 cm of material. Therefore, you should take into account in advance the possible error of the foam fillet.

In the event that the skirting boards fit together perfectly, you can take a strong glue and begin the process of installing the part on the ceiling structure. Glue is applied to the end of the product and the elements adjacent to the ceiling. You need to fix it as close to their surface as possible for perfect docking.

For those who have planned to use the LED strip as a light source, the gap should be increased by 2 cm. The action should be performed as carefully as possible. The coating on the surface of the structure must not come into contact with the baguettes.

In the next step, the installation work is done from a different angle. Parts are sequentially mounted, corners are made and supplemented with even elements. The glue should adhere to the surface as much as possible. When applying the adhesive, the fillet should be held for about 30 seconds. If the material is made of polystyrene, then the time will be significantly reduced.

For optimal fixation, masking tape must be used. It is glued to the wall and tension structure and then removed after the glue dries. Fillets made of high quality materials hide any defects in uneven walls and ceilings. However, if a large gap remains, then it should be masked by yourself. Don't forget to cover the seams.

The main process for masking defects:

• the edges of the moldings are filled with docking or silicone glue;
• docking points are carefully inspected and adjusted with silicone glue;
• the surface is cleaned from dust and dirt;
• ready-made baguettes are decorated and decorated according to the design of the room.

The adhesive should be applied to the seamy sides of the fillet. A paint brush should be used for this procedure. The joints of the main components are neatly glued and firmly pressed against the wall and ceiling structure. The process takes about a minute, that is, this is the period of time when the composition completely dries up and hardens.

For the installation of plastic moldings at the final stage of work, an additional layer of sealant is applied. Then, after drying, excess residues between the product and the wall must be wiped off. Such work is carried out over the entire area of ​​\ u200b \ u200bthe installation of baguettes. It is recommended to use a rubber spatula to facilitate the process.

Polyurethane-based moldings are fixed to ceilings and surfaces with polymer-based adhesives. Similar mixtures are made separately for each type of fillet. The most common brands are adhesives - "Moment", "Titan".

Such mixtures have a high level of toughness and strength. They dry and harden instantly, which helps to securely hold the adhered material to the ceiling structure or surface. For those who decide to install a fillet on a polyurethane base, special attention should be paid to the composition of the adhesive mixtures.

Peculiarities:

• high level of adhesive ability and reliability;
• practically harmless to human health.

At the time of installing the fillets, before the glue begins to set, the main products should be held. This will eliminate possible material shifts. The first type of glue instantly adheres to the surface of the product. You should work with it as carefully as possible, because the composition can get on the front side of the fillet and lead to its damage.

Various polymer-based adhesives. Most often used in tandem with a solvent, since the chemical component keeps the mixture in a liquid state and prevents it from drying out. Do not forget that such formulations can only be worked in well-ventilated rooms. They are perfect for installing gypsum curtain rods.

Liquid nails can be an alternative. It is a versatile component that can firmly adhere any material. Among others, liquid nails on an acrylic or neopropylene base stand out.

The first type of glue has a rather pungent odor and is created on the basis of natural solvents, suitable for many panels. Such a composition is quite safe for human health until it dries. Therefore, it is better to refrain from such adhesives.

As for the acrylic varieties of liquid nails, they have a slight drawback. In rooms with a high level of humidity, acrylic fillets must not be used for gluing fillets. Since they have a low level of moisture resistance and deform at low temperatures. However, this type of liquid nails is absolutely harmless to health, so the glue can be used to mount cornices in any room except the bathroom.

When installing any types of fillets, experts recommend taking into account the following facts:

• Light fillets should be glued carefully using a rubber filler.
• For uneven walls, flexible materials should be used. In case of incomplete joining of the fillet with the ceiling structure, it is necessary to use an acrylic sealant.
• At the time of installing the cornice under the tensioning structures, do not forget about the ingress of glue on the front of the canvas.
• It is strictly forbidden to use corner components when the surface angles are not 90 degrees.
• This will help you choose the rope.

Ceiling fillets can be painted. The paint is applied evenly with a roller without the slightest gaps and roughness. Cornices are painted before being installed on the surface. As an exception, it is worth highlighting painted surfaces. If glue particles get on the face of the fillet, they can be gently wiped off with a soft sponge.

To install wooden curtain rods, you must use a special device - a miter box. As additional elements for installation, experts recommend using a level and a corner.

The plinth looks very nice on a two-level ceiling. It hides the transition between levels.

Beautiful lighting can be built into the skirting board.

If you have a baroque space, then a wide carved skirting board will suit you.

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