Modern building materials and technologiesAllow to perform a different type of ceiling. Design approaches and individual preferences help to choose a cover from gypsum cardboard, wallpaper, stretch or suspended structures. Recently, the ceiling from wood has become very popular. Such material allows you to make the room more comfortable.
Advantages and disadvantages
Return to the old method of finishing the ceilings can be explained by the following advantages:
- the structure of the tree is able to retain heat for a long time;
- naturalness;
- ecological compatibility;
- under the ceiling of wood, you do not need to prepare a surface for finishing;
- under it you can lay cables and hide the wiring;
- such a ceiling is not afraid of shrinking a wooden house;
- wet cleaning is more accessible;
- improves sound insulation;
- wood brings comfort and comfort to any interior;
- the ability to solve any interesting ideas.
And the main disadvantage, which has a ceiling made of wood,is the danger of damage by insects and mushrooms. But this disadvantage can be avoided if we choose the right wood and the compounds for its processing. Another negative point is fire danger.
The tree is a very combustible material, so you can not do without proper treatment.
A qualitative material for the decoration of the ceiling will not be cheap. Installation services will also cost a lot, because it is better to hire real professionals to ensure that the design has been long and reliable.
Kinds
The ceiling of the tree is divided into filigree andsuspension. Most often apply the latter option, since it is easier to install (due to the fact that you do not need to pre-level the surface). For filigree, it should be perfectly flat.
The wooden ceiling can be made from any kind of material, there are also panels that mimic the drawing of a natural tree. They are made from MDF.
Sewing wooden ceilings
There is a certain way of laying the panels, whichprovides for their installation from the bottom of the wooden structure, that is, they are "sutured" to it. The design may vary depending on the material.
It can be:
- Broken timber. Coverage with such a decor element will createrelief on the ceiling. Its unique pattern is determined by the chips on the uneven bars. They are blanks, split in half along, which are fastened to the frame by a smooth side.
- Panels. By design, such a ceiling ofwood resembles cladding with a lining, with the difference that small pieces of expensive and rare species are attached to a large shield, which is fixed on the surface.
- Coffered version. This kind of decorative finishing of ceilings is worthapart from everyone, because it is collected from special box modules. Such a decorative ceiling made of wood looks impressive, but it is very complicated in execution and requires a lot of labor and material costs. This solution can not afford all, so it is worth considering the options for imitation wood, which are presented in a wide range.
- Euro or just a lining. This is the most popular wood-trimmed ceilings. All due to the ease of installation. To execute such a design it is possible from vanogki of any kind of wood: pine, oak, linden, etc.
Design solutions
It looks very impressive interior, which is decorated with a ceiling of wood "antique".
Its combination with walls and floor causesfeeling of the Middle Ages. Such premises are often used for restaurants and hotels. All because of the wood, which gives unlimited possibilities for execution, as it is very flexible and flexible material. A unique effect can give artificial aging of the wood. To make it allow several methods - using a parquet or edging board.
Decorative ceiling made of wood is not onlybeautiful, but also very expensive. Not everyone can afford this luxury. But this does not mean that a simple living room in an apartment can not be finished with such material. It is not necessary to use unique wood in the interior. You can do and a simple lining, which, if properly installed, will look very impressive.
Ceiling and walls
The design of the ceiling made of wood can be harmoniously combined with walls, using natural materials for finishing (ideally, wood too).
Contrast the interior with the coloring of the walls.You can use the combined version, when one part is made in the tone of the ceiling, and the other is contrasted. Sometimes the use of plasterboard on walls or plastering is very suitable.
A natural tree fits well with a stone. It can be made an accent in a small part of the wall. A natural stone can be successfully replaced with an artificial one.
Houses made of wood, the ceiling of which is made in the samematerial, become a classic. It will not be superfluous to combine it with the walls. It is worth thinking about the purpose of the room in which the wooden ceiling design will be installed. If it's a bathroom, then you can pick up decorative tiles on the walls. Its color solution should go to the ceiling.
If the interior uses a high-tech style, then the tree can also be combined with metal.
If the natural material can not be applied for any reason, it is worth paying attention to the ceiling under the tree. He gets rid of other materials, but has an original drawing.
Mounting of wooden frame
Before installing the cover of wood, you need to prepare the surface:
- The remains of the finish must be carefully removed;
- Overlapping requires an additional layer of waterproofing, because wood is a material highly prone to moisture.
- at the basis of wood processing with compositions against ignition is necessary;
- The overlap is marked for smooth installation of the structure. The step of the markup will depend on the upholstery material;
- the skeleton is better to make of beams 30Х30мм. They should be treated with special compounds that will give the material resistance to moisture and swelling;
- To fix bars you need special fasteners in the form of turboprops or dowels;
- After installing the frame, you should check its plane.
Next comes the lining of a tree whose materialis trimmed according to the size. Panels are fixed on the bars with nails for flush mounting, while for reliability it is necessary to drive a nail at a small angle.
Panels should not be very close to each otherfriend, as they need space to deform during the period of operation and the effects of temperature changes. Where additional load is possible, it is better to fix the structure with additional screws.
The last step is impregnation with a protective compound and varnish coating. In the subsequent coloring, additional procedures are not necessary, since the coloring composition will hide all the shortcomings.
Stretched ceiling
Create a trendy interior and at the same time spendless money for materials and work, you can by arranging a stretch ceiling for a tree. Actually, such a solution for many styles, from Provence to Art Nouveau. It successfully fits into any design project and will look great in the houses of wood.
Thanks to modern technology,You can apply any pattern to the ceiling. The basis for it can be glossy, satin or fabric. This is the easiest way to build a tree on the ceiling. Many designers recommend to duplicate the floor and move the same figure upward. It looks very impressive.
The ceiling of wood is considered a classic, any room will benefit from this decision.
The advantage of this material is that, for all its naturalness and originality, the tree looks noble.
Rack Ceiling
Many people confuse two concepts:a wooden ceiling and a wooden ceiling under the tree. The second option is just an imitation, it is obtained by applying to a different substrate a pattern resembling a section of a bar or a board.
The first consists of natural material and is more acceptable in an aesthetic sense. A person perceives a wooden picture positively, knowing in advance about its authenticity.
But do not immediately dismiss the option of imitation.After all, modern technology can achieve such an effect that one glance will be little to understand the forgery. In this case, you can save a significant amount of money.
Installation of the rack ceiling
To install such a ceiling, you need to prepare the necessary tool:
- perforator (designed for stone walls);
- screwdriver;
- jigsaw, hand hacksaw or electric jigsaw;
- installation level;
- tools for marking and measurement.
The installation of the rails is not much different from the device of another wooden covering.
Reiki also need to be fastened to the bars with nails orscrews. In wet rooms it is necessary to additionally waterproof the surface in order to avoid the occurrence of mold and high humidity inside the house.
A very important point in choosing the slats will be the percentage of their humidity. It should not exceed 12%. Otherwise, the slats may crumble during operation.
So we found out what kind of ceiling is made of wood. Then the choice is yours!
