DIY ceiling finishing options. Beautiful ceiling with your own hands

In this article you will find many interesting ideas ceiling design with photos and descriptions. Find out why you can’t use drywall everywhere, and how suspended ceilings will help you avoid floods from your neighbors!

Having decided to start a renovation, you will have to choose color palette rooms, choose the method of finishing the walls, ceiling and floor, find optimal combination practicality, aesthetics and, of course, price. If you explore the possibilities modern finishes, you can save the lion's share of the family budget, since everyone is well aware of how unplanned alterations can lead to huge, irrational waste.

Choosing a ceiling design option

Any redecorating starts from the ceiling, its completeness, design and construction largely depends on the whole. Today there are a huge variety of ceiling finishing options. They are selected based on the preferences of the owners, the purpose of the premises and, of course, cost. When the issue of saving is acute, classic budget finishing options are chosen - painting and whitewashing, or polystyrene foam boards. Relatively inexpensive, but also more practical and aesthetically pleasing dropped ceilings. And, of course, when the question of the cost of repairs is not so pressing, the choice may fall on elite stretch ceilings.

We will try to describe each type of finish in detail to help you choose the best option.

One of the most ancient, labor-intensive and dirty methods, requiring a perfectly smooth ceiling surface with neat joints of ceiling tiles. Everyone remembers how much whitewash you have to wash out from the floor and furniture after painting or whitewashing the ceiling. In addition, it is quite difficult to achieve an ideal uniform surface without streaks using chalk mortar or ceiling paint.

On the other hand, painting and whitewashing has been and remains the most budget-friendly repair option. And one cannot help but admit that a high-quality reconstructed painted ceiling looks quite neat and aesthetically pleasing. Plus, at your discretion, you can tint the white color with other shades.

This is a less “dirty” and labor-intensive method than whitewashing, but just as inexpensive, especially along with hanging and tension systems. There are a huge variety of design options, from combinations of wallpaper of different patterns to painting them in any color.

If you use special ones for the ceiling (ideally, liquid wallpaper), they will retain their original appearance for a long time. It is not recommended to use them in the bathroom or kitchen. In addition, ceiling tiles are unlikely to smooth out the unevenness of the ceiling, so the surface to be pasted over should be as smooth as possible.

Pasting with expanded polystyrene boards

This finishing option is very similar to wallpapering, so we won’t dwell on it for long. The only thing, unlike wallpaper, ceiling tiles made of polystyrene foam can resist moisture and smooth out small flaws in the ceiling surface.

Finishing with plastic panels

A good option for finishing the ceiling are PVC panels. They are durable, strong, have good sound insulation and are resistant to moisture and high temperatures. The latter allows them to be used with LED and halogen spotlights. PVC panels perfectly mask uneven ceilings, pipes and wiring. In general, this is a budget alternative to more expensive false and suspended ceilings.

Plasterboard ceilings

This is a universal and inexpensive suspended ceiling that allows you to bring all kinds of design ideas to life, hide any surface defects, unevenness, lighting, electrical wiring, etc.

Perhaps the only disadvantage of drywall is that it is susceptible to moisture, so it is not suitable for the bathroom. Otherwise, drywall is an almost ideal finishing material.

Advantages:

• Covering any surface, even untreated;
• The ability to hide wiring, pipes, ceiling seams and other irregularities;
• Obtaining an absolutely flat and smooth surface;
• Creating a multi-level ceiling;
• Carrying out a built-in lighting system;
• Excellent thermal insulation and the ability to maintain an indoor microclimate;
• Safety;
• Heat resistance and non-flammability;
• Low cost compared to stretch ceilings.

Unlike previous finishing methods, you will have to tinker with the installation of plasterboard panels - install the frame, mount the slabs, carry out subsequent decorative finishing. Depending on the unevenness of the ceiling and the volume of hidden wires and communications, you can lose 5-10 cm of height. On the other hand, these are minor disadvantages, since as a result you get a beautiful, inexpensive, perfectly flat ceiling of the design you like.

If you are interested in finishing ceilings with plasterboard, be sure to read!

In addition to the above-mentioned plasterboard ceilings, false ceilings can be made from fibreboard (Fiberboard) and MDF. These are durable, safe, moisture-resistant finishing coatings in a huge variety of colors and textures.

MDF and fiberboard boards can imitate wood, tiles, untreated brickwork or a natural stone. The surface of the plates is easily painted with enamel and oil paints, pasted over with film, decorated with slats and other elements, thereby creating an imitation of beams. Such a false ceiling will allow you to create the “effect of an expensive ceiling” and implement many interesting design solutions.

Dropped ceilings

The most popular type of ceilings is medium price category. A suspended ceiling is a structure where a wooden or metal carcass various finishing materials are fixed. With its help, you can easily hide all the flaws and unevenness of the ceiling, wiring and communications, you can install a climate control ventilation system, and install built-in lamps.

There are:

• Cassette ceilings are durable, strong, moisture-resistant and fireproof steel or aluminum plates (cassettes), often used in public spaces - restaurants, hotels, offices, medical institutions, etc.
• Armstrong-type ceilings are a budget finishing option that is widely used both for administrative premises and home rooms. These are easy to install, inexpensive, aesthetic slabs made of pressed mineral fiber, which have thermal insulation, fire resistance and increased light reflectivity, which allows you to save a lot on lighting.
• Slatted ceilings are a very durable, impact-resistant, moisture-resistant and fireproof metal ceiling. It does not require meticulous care, is not subject to rotting, and does not accumulate dirt and dust.
• Mirrored ceilings - allow you to create a rich, spacious and stylish design with lots of light and depth of space.

The last type of ceilings is luxury modern fashionable stretch ceilings. In addition to the fact that this type of design looks very expensive and stylish, it is also quite practical way ceiling finishing.

• Stretch ceilings create an absolutely ideal surface, hide asymmetrical shapes of the room, and cover all unevenness and communications;
• Stretch ceilings hold a lot of weight, in case your neighbors decide to flood you;
• The material does not allow moisture to pass through, which allows it to be used in all rooms without exception.
• A very wide variety of designs - from the choice of color or texture (matte, glossy or satin) to the application of photo printing, glitter, decorations and more.

Unfortunately, the installation of suspended ceilings will not be without its drawbacks:

• This is the most expensive type of finish;
• They can only be installed by professionals using special equipment ( gas gun);
• The canvas is resistant to mechanical damage, sharp objects, and is easily pierced.

Stretch ceilings are not installed in cold rooms without heating or with temperatures below +5; they lose their technological properties.

Choosing a ceiling design depending on the room

Now you know the features of each type of finish and can make a choice.

But remember that the choice of ceiling finishing material greatly depends on the location. You can’t wallpaper the bathroom ceiling and hope that in a month appearance the ceiling will remain in its original form. Most likely, yours will come off in streaks, if not come off at all.

In the living room

In the kitchen

- this is a place with constant fumes, temperature changes and special hygiene requirements, so the kitchen ceiling must be moisture-resistant, fireproof, environmentally friendly and easy to clean. Whitewashing and painting the ceiling in the kitchen, as well as wallpapering, are a thing of the past, due to their fragility. Stains and stains quickly appear on such ceilings, they crumble, peel off, and due to the large accumulation of steam, they become an excellent breeding ground for fungi.

If there is a question of price, then it is better to use laminated polystyrene tiles or relatively inexpensive PVC panels.

For large unevenness, the best solutions There will be gypsum, suspended or suspended ceilings.

In the bathroom

The requirements are the same as for the kitchen. Due to the large amount of fumes, the risk of accumulation of fungi and pathogenic bacteria, and the need for regular cleaning of surfaces, plasterboard ceilings, wallpapered or finished ceilings are completely unsuitable for the bathroom. chipboard panels and fiberboard without special impregnation.

Few people can boast of a large bathroom area, so ideal option will become suspended rack and pinion mirrored ceilings, which will expand the space, add more light and shine.

Plus, they are quite easy to care for; they are perfectly cleaned from stains and plaque.

A more expensive alternative is a suspended ceiling, which is also ideal for the bathroom.

Choosing a ceiling for the house

For Khrushchev

The low height of ceilings in Khrushchev, unfortunately, is not a myth, but a harsh reality. Their maximum height is 2.40 m or even less if the apartment has had the floor replaced and screeded. Naturally, in such conditions it is quite difficult to install a suspended or suspended ceiling, which will steal from the already small height of 5-10 cm. But it is still possible if the actual surface of the ceiling does not have too large transitions, and the ceiling can be installed with minimal loss of space .

For a modern new building

Unlike Khrushchev, choosing a ceiling for a new building is much simpler. Here the ceiling heights are higher and the quality is newer, so you can choose almost any type of finish. It should only be taken into account that within 2-3 years, the new building will shrink a little, which may affect the geometry of the premises. Therefore, finishing materials, especially for the ceiling, should be installed with some reserve. All types of suspension and tension systems are ideal for new buildings.

For a private home

In a private house, the issue of thermal insulation is acute, so the ceiling material must retain heat well in the house. Since the external covering of the ceiling must also take into account a layer of insulation (expanded clay, mineral wool or polystyrene foam), it is best to use frame structures– suspended and suspended ceilings.

For suspended ceilings, first a frame is assembled to attach the external ceiling (cassettes, plasterboard, etc.), and then a layer of insulation is laid in the space between the profiles. For suspended ceilings, on the contrary, they first create a frame from bars for insulation, lay it, and only then stretch the outer fabric.

The choice of lighting source and the correct placement of light determines what kind of room you end up with - small and dark, large but cold, or warm and cozy.

Chandeliers and lamps

The classic lighting option is a chandelier in the center of the ceiling. It gives a lot of warm light, fits perfectly into almost any type of interior, and gives the room an elegant coziness.

Remember the weight of the lamp! It is not safe to mount a heavy chandelier on light drywall; it is better to mount it to concrete base ceiling.

Unfortunately, this type of lighting is not very suitable for modern suspended and suspended ceilings, so it is gradually being replaced by built-in lighting.

Spotlights

• They allow you to create the necessary lighting around the perimeter of the entire ceiling and make a certain pattern out of it, if this is provided by the designer;
• Easy to install lamps and replace light bulbs;
• Safety. Spotlights do not heat the ceiling;
• Rotating models allow you to change the direction of lighting as needed;
• It's comparative inexpensive way lighting.

LED strips

A very non-standard and non-trivial approach to lighting rooms is LED strips. You can not only choose an unusual lighting color, but even create a real light show at home, thanks to dynamic lighting effects - smoothly changing colors, light music, waves, etc.

Modern trends in ceiling design

1. Light neutral tones make the room appear larger, brighter, and taller. If you decide to use patterns or bright colors, accent them in one small place so that the room does not become tacky.
2. Multi-level ceilings allow you to perfectly divide space into zones. For example, a protruding section of the ceiling will perfectly focus attention on the bed in the bedroom.
3. Glossy, mirror and lacquered surfaces diffuse light, creating the effect of 3-dimensional space.
4. A plain light color is ideal for a low room. plasterboard ceiling with edges LED strips. This illusion will visually raise the ceiling.
5. The ceiling, covered with wood or wood paneling, together with light-colored furniture, gives the interior naturalness, richness and comfort.
6. The glossy finish on the bathroom walls goes well with the matte ceiling.

The eternal question of repairs is whether to do it yourself or leave the work to professionals. In fact, many of the above methods for decorating the ceiling are not particularly difficult and can be done independently. You can easily whitewash or paint the ceiling yourself, cover it with wallpaper or polystyrene foam boards. With some skill and studying video tutorials, you can put it on the frame plasterboard board or MDF panel.

The only type of ceiling whose installation is recommended to be entrusted to specialists is a suspended ceiling. Firstly, because installing it requires at least a little practice. Secondly, because the canvas is stretched using a special expensive gas gun, which is not practical for you to buy for one repair.

We offer several video tutorials on how to decorate ceilings yourself, and you can decide whether these methods are within your power.

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Choosing a ceiling for an apartment - comparison, prices, pros and cons of each

Today I will tell you about all the types of ceilings that can be made in an apartment. For convenience, I will start with the cheapest option and work my way up to the more expensive ones. Let's go.

Ceiling made of PVC panels

A ceiling made of PVC panels is suitable for a balcony, bathroom or utility room. Use in the kitchen or living rooms is not excluded, although it is extremely rare. Installation is possible either with or without lathing. First, a special wall is installed around the perimeter of the room. mounting plate. It has grooves into which PVC panels are inserted, as well as a mount for the ceiling plinth.

Each panel has a locking groove, thanks to which they are fastened together, creating a smooth surface without gaps. At the junction, of course, a stripe is visible - this cannot be avoided.

Panel sizes:

• width from 10 to 50 cm – standard 25 cm;
• length from 2.4 to 3 m – on order up to 6 m;
• thickness from 5 to 12 mm.

Advantages:

• quick installation;
• low price;
• variety of colors and patterns.

Flaws:

• the smell of plastic in the sun;
• deformation from high temperature;
• they crack due to low temperatures.

The cheapest white PVC panel costs 125 rubles/sq.m. Installation 350 rubles/sq.m. The work is not difficult and you can easily do it yourself.

Foam tiles

Foam ceiling tiles glued directly to the base of the ceiling, without erecting a sheathing. This is a budget finishing option that is suitable for all rooms, including the bathroom.

Advice

The tiles differ in shape and thickness. Can be rectangular, square, diamond-shaped and hexagonal. Happens seamless tile, where the end is designed in such a way as to overlap the joints, forming a monolithic surface. The thickness depends on the production method:

• 2.5-3 mm – extruded;
• 7-8 mm – pressed or stamped, compacted with a press;
• up to 14 mm – injection, cast into molds.

Foam tiles are available in various patterns. The color is mostly white, but other shades are also found. After gluing to the ceiling, it is advisable to cover the tiles with water-based paint.

Among the advantages I can note ease of installation, sound and heat insulating effect, low cost. At the same time, the appearance of the tile immediately reveals its cheapness - it doesn’t look that special. In addition, during operation, the foam may turn yellow if it is glued to the kitchen ceiling. In the bathroom, mold forms on it, which is impossible to remove.

• tiles from 175 rubles/sq.m;
• glue 25 rub/m2;
• gluing work 140 RUR/sq.m.

For your information

Typically, such tiles are glued independently, so the minimum final price of materials will be 200 rubles/sq.m.

MDF panels

MDF board is compressed wood chips, on top of which a protective coating is applied. It looks like laminate. Suitable for any premises, but more often used in non-residential premises. Although I have met beautiful interiors bedrooms, where there were MDF panels on the ceiling.

Types of MDF panels:

• veneered or veneered - natural wood is used;
• laminated - PVC film is used;
• painted.

Installation methods:

• onto the sheathing using construction stapler or ordinary self-tapping screws;
• on the sheathing or without it, using clamps (special fastenings);
• glue - if the working surface is perfectly flat.

Characteristics:

• are not afraid of temperature changes;
• are burning;
• impregnated with antiseptics - mold does not form;
• laminated and painted do not absorb moisture - can be used in the bathroom;
• unpretentious in maintenance;
• easy to install.

Minimum price 325 rub/sq.m. Work 340 RUR/sq.m.

Stretch ceiling

Stretch ceilings are the most popular type of finishing, because... it's fast, cheap and beautiful. You can make ceilings in a three-room apartment in a day. They come in glossy, matte, and any shade. You can apply any design to the canvas.

The “starry sky” ceiling looks beautiful.

Kinds stretch ceiling:

• PVC is the cheapest and therefore most common;
• fabric - more expensive, does not differ in appearance from fabric.

Installation principle:

• A wall edge is installed around the perimeter (using a laser level). The minimum gap is 5 cm from the bottom point;
• the canvas is attached to the edge grooves with a special spatula;
• the canvas is heated by a gas heat gun, which causes it to stretch.

Advantages:

• quickly installed;
• large selection of materials and colors;
• increased protection against leaks, but only if there are no spotlights or chandeliers.

It is not a panacea for flooding by neighbors, because... There is a gap between the wall and the wall edge.

Flaws:

• fades or turns yellow (if white);
• the likelihood of defects appearing (if fallen pieces of plaster or debris fall, dark spots remain and can be cut during use);
• It can stink (even a good one stinks for a few days after installation).

Advice

I know several cases when, when installing a stretch ceiling, workers directed heat gun on plastic windows and they floated.

Rarely, but it still happens, they explode gas cylinders. Imagine the consequences of such an explosion!

Such cases are possible only in winter. Masters, when filling a cylinder at a gas station for cars, blow it out to the maximum so that it lasts longer. And according to the rules, the balloon needs to be inflated by 30%, no more. When the cylinder is brought from a cold street into a warm room and begins to work, the temperature in the room rises to 60-70 degrees. The gas expands accordingly and BAM!!!

Tips for use:

• if your neighbors flooded you and the ceiling sagged like a bubble, call the offices that handle the installation. You will not be able to eliminate the consequences on your own. It is extremely important that no moisture remains on the film, because of this, various bugs can hang there. Once we dismantled an old suspended ceiling and found a lot of insect corpses there;
• wash the film with special products, otherwise stains will remain;
• if the fabric is torn, then stick it on the cut site Double-sided tape, and glue some decorative gag onto it (a butterfly or a flower). You can decorate regular patches in the same way.

• cheap Chinese PVC film with installation will cost 550 rub/sq.m;
• installation of a chandelier 500 rubles;
• installation of a spotlight 400 RUR/piece;
• pipe bypass (heating riser, ventilation, air conditioning, etc.) RUB 150/piece.

Modular suspended ceilings

In this category I include all types of ceilings for which you need to assemble a cellular frame. This frame serves as the basis for square panels, usually 60x60 cm, or lamps of the same size. A damaged element can be replaced at any time, which is very convenient. This includes:

• Armstrong;
• Cassette;
• Grilyato;
• Baffle.

Their difference lies in the type of profile used for the frame, and, of course, the tiles. Such ceilings are mainly used for offices, but their use in an apartment is quite acceptable. It all depends on how the designer plays this decision in the interior.

The frame is attached to the perimeter guides, as well as to the ceiling using hangers. The length of the hangers is adjustable to level the frame.

Advantages:

• difference in color solutions;
• quickly install;
• the ability to install it yourself;
• the ability to replace individual elements;
• hides communications.

Flaws:

• hides space due to hangings (minimum 15-20 cm).

Armstrong

Mineral fiber boards are used. The surface of the tile can be smooth, rough, with a wormhole pattern, or perforated. The panels also have a different edge, which determines the appearance of the outer (front) surface after installation. The panels absorb sounds well.

Price 650 rubles/sq.m. (materials 300 rubles/sq.m. and labor 340 rubles/sq.m.).

Cassette

A cassette panel made of aluminum or galvanized steel is laid on the frame in the same way as a classic Armstrong.

Price 790 RUR/sq.m.(materials 450 rubles/sq.m. and labor 340 rubles/sq.m.).

Grilyato

Also called a lattice ceiling. The profile has special slots into which the lattice panel is inserted.

Price 940 RUR/sq.m.(materials 600 rubles/sq.m. and labor 340 rubles/sq.m.).

Baffle

High ceiling acoustic protection. Metal panels have a mineral wool liner. It belongs to designer ceilings, which is why it is expensive
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Price 1140 RUR/sq.m.(materials 800 rubles/sq.m. and labor 340 rubles/sq.m.).

Ceiling made of lining

Today, clapboard ceilings are extremely rare. This is more of a story, but there are still people who still like this type of finish. For the lining you need to make a sheathing from wooden beams. The lining is stuffed onto them with small nails. I don’t think I’ll tell you anything new about her.

Price 1010 RUR/sq.m.(materials 610 rubles/sq.m. – linden, labor 400 rubles/sq.m.).

Suitable for dry and wet areas, the main thing is to choose the right drywall (moisture resistant or not). Personally, I like the plasterboard ceiling the most, but it’s a lot of hassle, and it’s not very cheap.

For your information

You can make multi-level structures with straight and curved lines, insulate, install sound insulation, install recessed lamps or LED backlight. There are no problems with it during operation. It won’t crack, it’s quite strong, it’s perfectly smooth – there are only advantages...

Plaster can be rolled on wooden or metal lathing, and also straight onto the rough wooden ceiling.

Advantages:

• variety of design solutions;
• installation of built-in spotlights;
• possibility of using sound insulation;
• closes engineering Communication;
• reliable and problem-free.

Flaws:

• hides space;
• relatively long and labor-intensive installation (we are talking about turnkey work);
• a lot of dust during installation (putty/grout).

Price 1452 rub/m. sq without taking into account the sheathing.

Materials 252 RUR/m. sq:

• moisture-resistant plasterboard 106 RUR/sq.m.;
• self-tapping screws 11 rub. (at the rate of 24 pcs/sq.m.);
• 45 RUR/sq.m – 2 layers of putty (start/finish);
• 90 rub/m2 – water-based paint 2 layers.

Work 1200 rub/sq.m:

• installation of a single-level ceiling 500 rub/m2;

Slatted aluminum ceiling

Suitable for bathroom, hallway, kitchen. With the right approach, you can use it anywhere.

The slats are attached to special comb strips, they snap into place. These combs can be attached to the sheathing or directly to the rough ceiling, that is, installation is possible without a noticeable reduction in the height of the ceilings.

There are two types of slatted ceilings:

• with a gap - there is a distance between the slats. Decorative strips can be inserted into this distance;
• no gap - no space between the slats.

Advantages:

• installation of built-in lamps;
• moisture-resistant - if the neighbors flooded, then it doesn’t matter to him, the water passed through the slats, they wiped it with a rag and that’s it;
• many colors and textures;
• hides communications;
• possibility of sound insulation.

Flaws

• patina appears;
• risk of edge damage (bending) during installation, that is, installation skill is required;
• The space is hidden if spotlights are installed or heat and sound insulation are installed.

Price 1550 RUR/sq.m.(materials 650 rubles/sq.m. and installation from 900 rubles/sq.m.).

Plastered ceiling

Before the advent of newfangled ceiling finishing materials, plastering was the only decent option. In the old fashioned way, many still recommend making plastered ceilings, saying they are environmentally friendly and do not take up space. I recommend you not to do this. Honestly, I am against plastered ceilings. For the same money better than drywall twist.

Advantages:

• does not hide space;
• vapor permeable, environmentally friendly.

Flaw

• long installation;
• a lot of dirt and dust during installation;
• complexity of implementing design solutions;
• the quality of work strongly depends on the skill of the performer and the quality of materials - there is a big risk of running into jambs.

For your information

I’ll tell you honestly, it’s extremely rare to see a perfect plastered ceiling without jambs. For such work they usually charge normal money - this is far from the average tariff. Yes, and you won’t find a normal craftsman during the day.

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But I’ve seen a lot of shoals—almost all of them. Plastered ceilings love to crack – it’s a fact. And it also happens that some amateur lays down such a layer of plaster and putty that it simply falls off under its own weight. The last time a client had his bathroom ceiling redone was after a “familiar master” whom someone there recommended to him. Common situation? So the ceiling fell off after six months. The layer was small, but there were problems with adhesion.

Price 1600 rub/sq.m. This is provided that initially the ceiling is relatively flat, without differences of 10 cm.

Materials:

• 115 RUR/m2 Knauf gypsum leveling plaster;
• 45 RUR/sq.m – 2 layers of putty;
• 90 rub/m2 water-based paint 2 layers.

• plastering from 500 rub/m2;
• puttying for painting 400 rub/m2;
• polishing 150 rub/m2;
• painting in 2 layers 300 RUR/sq.m.

3D ceiling panels

This designer ceilings. I won’t talk much about them, since installation methods and materials vary greatly, depending on the designer’s concept. They are mostly made to order. Here are a few examples so you can understand what we're talking about.

Summary table - which ceiling is better

conclusions

Let's summarize now. If you want a regular ceiling repair without involving designers, then you will be guided by the price.

The cheapest option that is suitable for all rooms is foam tiles. She looks pretty good. But keep in mind that you will need to glue it yourself. It's not difficult, but you still need to spend some time.

The most popular are suspended ceilings. Of all the options where contractors are involved, this is the cheapest option. Install them quickly, in a day three-room apartment They will do it for sure. Many options for colors, prints, shiny and matte - for every taste. But it is easy to puncture, so you need to be careful during operation.

If you have the money and want to do it once and definitely not return to this issue, then I recommend plasterboard ceilings. The master will definitely putty the plaster well, without any mistakes. You can put soundproofing or insulation. To damage such a ceiling you need to try.

I am against plaster ceilings. It's expensive, long, a lot of dirt and dust. And there are almost always some mistakes. Very rarely have I come across perfect plastered ceilings. They love to crack and peel. In general, they are problematic - they are in the furnace.

When renovating a home, the question often arises -. Can be used different materials, when choosing which they focus on their price, quality, and complexity of work.

Modern types of ceiling coverings

• under stucco;
• smooth;
• imitation carving;
• mirror

The material can be painted in any color - its range is wide. Before gluing it, it is worth leveling the surface, otherwise significant differences will occur - as a result, the finish will look ugly.

Wallpaper: an inexpensive finishing option

Regular or photo wallpaper for the ceiling are relatively inexpensive. There is no need to thoroughly prepare the surface. If you take it, you can disguise small defects.

Gluing the material to the ceiling is not very convenient - at least 2 people must be involved in the process. Wallpaper should not be installed in rooms with high humidity. In most cases, paintable wallpaper is used, the color of which can be changed.

It is recommended to glue wallpaper in children's rooms, in houses with low ceilings. With their help, you can select several zones. There are 4 main types of materials in demand - paper, glass wallpaper, vinyl, non-woven fabrics.

Interesting decor can be achieved by decorating the surface liquid wallpaper with various shades. The material is easy to use, it perfectly hides all the unevenness of the base, has long term service, environmentally friendly.

In appearance, liquid wallpaper resembles something between paper wallpaper and plaster. Store-bought dry composition is diluted with water. The resulting solution is applied to the surface.

Silk-based wallpapers have a matte shine. Cotton options are matte, but look completely different. Wallpaper made from mixed compositions has a shine, but it is not pronounced.

Finishing the ceilings in the apartment modern wallpaper has many advantages. By gluing the surface, you can hide some defects. The coating retains its quality for 5 years.

Ceiling wallpaper is quite dense, most often it has 2 layers. They have embossing or vinyl on top. The price of the paintings depends on the popularity of the manufacturer and the quality of the material. The main disadvantage of wallpaper is that it cannot be washed.

Suspended structures: an excellent, but “noisy” option

When installing a suspended ceiling in a bathroom or other room, it is worth considering that defects in the primary surface will be hidden under it, lighting elements and utility lines will be located. One of the positive features that stands out is that any shape, color, texture can be chosen.

It is allowed to install lighting and ventilation in suspended ceilings. The disadvantage of the system is acoustics and the high cost of installation work.

Drywall: a common type of finish

If the question arises - what is the best way to decorate the ceiling in an apartment, then you need to pay attention to gypsum board slabs. With their help, you can create both single-level and multi-level structures. The material is flexible and easy to install. Even a beginner can do the installation. Drywall is inexpensive.

Before you start fixing the sheets, you should consider how the thermal insulation and lighting will be located. As a finishing layer, drywall can be finished with paint or putty.

Performed on steel frame, which is executed in various forms. After the slabs are fixed, decorative finishing is required. The main advantages of drywall are excellent noise and heat insulation.

The presented material is recommended for use only in rooms with high ceilings. Its installation conceals up to 20 cm. Drywall can be wetted and given any shape - domes, arches. Lighting fixtures are allowed to be built into the slabs. The cost of installing the material is not high.

Tension systems

The ceiling made of PVC film does not get dirty, is not afraid of water, temperature changes, and is puncture resistant. It has great tensile strength. Its style, color, texture - matte or glossy, configuration can be different.

Experts will help you find out which stretch ceilings are better. The material must also be installed by professionals. The cost of the work is determined to be high, but the reliability of the design justifies the costs.

What are the best ceilings to choose in the bathroom? Tension options are also an excellent choice. They are a single piece made of durable polymers.

First, a frame of slats is fixed around the perimeter of the room. Next, the polymer web is stretched. Any pattern can be chosen, geometric, graphic, artistic. Tension systems have excellent antistatic characteristics and the ability to withstand impressive loads. Among the positive features it is worth highlighting:

• material strength;
• beautiful appearance;
• a large number of colors;
• the ability to use the structure in dry and wet rooms;
• The finishing does not require constant maintenance.

Slatted options: suitable solution for cold or damp rooms

Albes ceilings are often used in bathrooms and kitchens. They are relatively durable, not afraid of moisture, temperature changes, cold, and are fireproof.

They can be painted in any color, for example silver or gold. The technician will install matte or glossy ceilings- it all depends on the choice of the customer.

Laminate: a simple and durable material

The laminate ceiling has an interesting structure. That is why this type of finishing has become in demand. The cost of the material is affordable, installation is simple.

Laminate flooring can be washed, but not actively. Strong jets of water can damage it.

Wood coverings

In the apartment wooden ceilings It’s better not to install them, they may look inappropriate. However, if your interior is made in a natural style, the timber will look advantageous. The material is durable, but requires ventilation. Before installing the coating, you need to apply a protective compound to it.

Painting and whitewashing the ceiling

The ceiling can be painted in any color. The coating is smooth and can be washed.

To obtain a neat surface, carefully prepare the base. It is important to know that over time, cracks may appear on the ceiling, for this reason it is recommended to update it every 2 years.

You can draw various scenes on the surface. Such work is considered difficult and expensive, but the result is worth it.

When performing cosmetic repairs, paint is often used. It can be water-dispersed or water-emulsion. Last option enjoys enormous popularity. Polyvinyl acetate paints are the cheapest, latex materials are more expensive. The shade is chosen at your discretion.

The main advantages of the presented type of finishing:

• you can use expensive and cheap paint;
• does not hide the height of the room.

The following disadvantages are noted: the need to thoroughly update the material after 2 years, high labor intensity. To apply paint, the surface must first be puttied.

So do you choose plastic ceilings or other cladding options, you should first familiarize yourself with their positive and negative properties. It is better to leave the installation of the coating in the hands of a specialist.

When it comes to finishing rooms, you have to take into account 2 weakly combined requirements - it is desirable that the cost of work (including the purchase of material) be minimal, but at the same time the quality should be high. In this article we will dwell in more detail on the question of how to decorate the ceiling in a house and estimate the estimated costs.

What materials can be used

The most common ones include:

• whitewash- can be considered yesterday, found only in village houses;
• just hang wallpaper– the most budget option, and there will be no problems with choosing the right pattern; today the choice is quite rich even in small cities;

Note! Fiberglass-based wallpaper looks good on the ceiling. The latter are distinguished by the fact that they can be repainted several times.

• ceiling painting The cost may even be cheaper than wallpapering. You will have to select paint taking into account the microclimate of the room and its purpose, more on that below;
• plasterboard finishing allows you to eliminate a slight curvature of the base; you can also glue wallpaper on the gypsum board or simply paint the front surface of the sheets. A small disadvantage of using drywall is that the height of the room will be slightly reduced (by the height of the frame under the gypsum board), but the wiring can be hidden in the metal profile frame;

• suspended ceiling– great appearance, but you have to pay for it. Without a heat gun, its installation will be impossible, so workers’ wages will have to be added to the cost of materials;

• in the question of what can be used to decorate the ceiling, Wall panels can be a real salvation. You can use both plastic and MDF panels, their front surface imitates the texture of wood, natural stone or simply painted bright color. This option is suitable for both city apartments and country house(lining would be appropriate in it);

• tiled ceiling– involves gluing large foam tiles onto the base. Polystyrene foam can be painted in the desired color;
• cassette ceiling. It is most often used in offices, but is also sometimes found in residential buildings;

• Grilyato ceiling (lattice)- can be considered exotic, looks impressive, just like cassette, belongs to the class of suspended ceilings;

• A group of suspended ceilings stands apart. They differ from suspended ones in that the sheathing elements are attached directly to the floor slab, that is, the loss in the height of the room will be only a couple of centimeters. The same materials are used - drywall, cassettes, slats, plastic and MDF panels.

How much will it cost to finish the ceiling?

In this matter, much depends not only on the cost of materials, but also on who will carry out the work. We will proceed from the assumption that all work will be carried out independently, i.e. cost of finishing = cost of materials.

Wallpaper on the ceiling

There is a very wide range in cost here; gluing simple paper wallpaper to the ceiling will be cheap, but it will not look very impressive. If we focus on glass wallpaper, then the price can hardly be called affordable; for example, for a 1x25 m roll of Oscar Fliz glass wallpaper you will have to pay about 1,500 rubles.

And Loymina Impress non-woven wallpaper costs about 5000-6000 rubles for a small roll of 1x10 m. Among domestic manufacturers, we can highlight the Russian “Palitra” and “Erismann”; the Ukrainian “Slavnya Wallpaper”, “Crocus”, “Sintra” have also shown themselves to be quite good. , "Versailles".

The final cost of finishing should include putty and base primer. When calculating the need for putty, you can focus on a consumption of 800-900 g/1 m2, so a 30 kilogram bag will be enough for a medium-sized room. Its cost will be approximately 300-400 rubles.

The cost of a 5-liter jar of wallpaper primer is 300-350 rubles. We will also include wallpaper glue in the final estimate; the price of the well-proven Cleo glue will be about 400 rubles for a 5400 gram pack, it will be enough for about 30 m 2.

As a result, the estimate for finishing the ceiling of a 4x5 m room will look something like this:

• putty (starting + finishing) - about 500 rubles, consumption, and therefore costs, strongly depend on the quality of the base;

• a primer, which, in addition to consuming glue, will also serve as an antiseptic, preventing the occurrence of fungus - 350 rubles;

• glue - about 600 rubles (if you take it with a reserve);
• wallpaper – 1 roll of Oscar Fliz 1×25 m is enough – 1500 rubles.

In total, 2,950 rubles will be spent on finishing, the amount is calculated taking into account the preparation of the base. It can be halved if you don’t need putty and use cheaper wallpaper.

Ceiling paint

From the entire list of paints, it is better to choose water-based paints; they dry very quickly, which is very important when working around the house. The following can be used for painting the ceiling:

• silicone paints (contains either silicone or acrylic + silicone). After application and drying, the paint layer firmly adheres to the base and is not afraid of moisture and cleaning. Among all types of coatings, they are distinguished by their maximum cost - in Russia the price of a 10-liter can of Caparol Capasilan is about 4,000 rubles, in Ukraine, in the same packaging - about 2,000 UAH;

Note! Manufacturers claim that the coating can withstand up to 5,000 wet cleaning cycles. Considering that cleaning is unlikely to be done more than once a week, such a coating will look like new even after 30 years. In addition, silicone paint can seal narrow cracks (up to 2 mm).

• latex - suitable for painting over wallpaper or embossed plaster. It does not react to moisture and is resistant to abrasion. Latex provides flexibility and strength to the film after drying. The cost greatly depends on the manufacturer, for example, the Russian “Snow White” will cost 700 rubles for a 14 kg bucket, but Symphony Euro-Life C will cost 2100 rubles for 9 liters;

• acrylic compositions - give a matte surface, resistance to water and abrasion is also excellent. If you choose a domestic manufacturer, you can save a lot, for example, the Ukrainian “Olympic Farba” will cost 450-500 rubles/5.0 liters. Considering the low consumption, 1 layer uses approximately 0.1-0.15 kg/m2, 1 can is enough for a room;

• silicate paint - does not tolerate wet cleaning, but they lie perfectly on a damp wall, the coating does not swell, the paint does not peel off. It is rarely used in apartments; the cost is 70-150 rubles/kg (consumption will be approximately 0.8 kg/1 m2);
• PVA-based compositions are the most budget option; even splashes of water should not come into contact with the coating;
• mineral lime or cement-based. By by and large– the same whitewash, practically not used in modern apartments.

Painting instructions require surface preparation, so we add the cost of putty and primer to the estimate.

Plasterboard finishing and suspended ceilings

As for the choice of manufacturer, Knauf in the Russian Federation has held a market share of approximately 70% for many years; among foreign manufacturers, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain can be distinguished. Domestic gypsum boards (manufactured by JSC Gips, sheets produced under the Volma trademark) are comparable in quality to foreign ones.

The cost is also not much different. For example, a standard 2.5x1.2 m Knauf gypsum board will cost 220 rubles (thickness 12.5 mm), and the same Volma sheet will cost 205 rubles. Performance characteristics approximately the same.

To install a gypsum board ceiling, you will need to calculate the need for UD, CD profiles, hangers and fasteners:

• the number of UD and CD profiles is calculated using the formulas: N UD = (P k / L p) x k, N CD = (N l x 3) -1;
• number of CD profile fastenings N cr. CD = (L u.s. /l-1) x N CD ;
• the need for dowels is determined by the dependence N d = (P k / m) + N cr. CD x 2;
• You will need N c = (N UD + N CD) x 12 + N cr. CD x 2.

The following notations are used in the formulas:

• P k – room perimeter;
• L p – profile length (can be taken equal to 3.0 m);
• k is a coefficient that takes into account the fact that part of the gypsum board will go to waste. For small rooms (up to 10 m2) we take it equal to 1.25-1.3, in other cases – 1.1-1.15;
• N l – number of sheets per room;
• L у.с – length of a narrow wall;
• l – step between fastenings (taken in the range 0.6...0.8);
• m is the pitch between the dowels (you can also take 0.6...0.8 m).

As for the cost, 1 ceiling profile (dimensions 60x27 mm, length 3.0 m) will cost 76.4 rubles, and a guide – 49.5 rubles.

Such as suspended ceilings will cost you several times more than a regular classic repair, including because all the work will be carried out by a team of workers. In Ukraine, for a 4-corner room 4x5 m, the cost will be about 8-9 thousand UAH. In Russia, the minimum PVC stretch ceiling is considered to be 350-360 rubles/1 m2, for fabric ceiling– 650 rub/1 m2.

Ceiling paneling

Sheathing PVC ceiling or MDF panels and lining is carried out according to the same principle - first the frame is assembled, and the panels themselves are attached to it. The sheathing can be assembled from a metal profile (the same one that goes under the drywall) or from wooden blocks.

In the question of what can be used to decorate the ceiling, you need to take into account the purpose of the room, so in the bathroom it makes sense to go with plastic, but in the living room there are no special restrictions.

The design of the lathing is a little simpler than for drywall, so calculating the need for materials is also simplified:

• The UD profile is attached around the perimeter of the room;
• CD profiles are installed in one direction with a step of about 0.5 m;
• fastening the UD profile to the wall is carried out in increments of 0.5-0.7 m;
• decorative corners are also placed around the perimeter of the room.

The cost of such a ceiling is low:

• 1 PVC panel“Sofito” 200x3000x8 mm costs 175 rubles, there are more expensive options, for example, surface lamination increases the cost to 215 rubles;
• MDF panels are even cheaper, the same Kronospan offers a wide choice of MDF panels with imitation wood of different species for 132 rubles/piece.

Summarizing

There are a lot of options for solving the question of how to decorate the ceiling in a room with your own hands. At the same time, doing the work yourself allows you to greatly reduce finishing costs; by and large, you will only have to spend money on purchasing materials. When choosing, you should not chase products from foreign manufacturers; Russian analogues are often no worse, and the difference in price is noticeable.

The video in this article shows the finishing of the ceiling with PVC panels.

In the comments you can get advice on choosing the type of ceiling finishing in each specific case.

The ceiling plays an important role in the interior. The thematic design and impression of the entire room depend on the quality of its design and choice of style. There is furniture on the floor. The defect can be covered with a carpet. The walls are hidden behind cabinets and shelves. Pictures are hung on them and decorative ornaments. The finishing of the ceiling, its quality catches the eye from the threshold.

When decorating premises in new houses and major renovation apartments, I always pay attention to the ceiling Special attention. Designers draw it last, as the final chord of the interior. Builders generally start finishing from the top and gradually work their way down to the floor.

Types of ceiling finishing and materials used

Modern technologies create new materials. Builders use them for decoration, including interiors in apartments and private houses. You can list endless ways to decorate rooms. Preserved in old buildings traditional way whitewashing with chalk or lime. The materials and preparation of the floor are familiar to everyone. Any housewife can freshen up her kitchen on her own in a few hours. Then it takes much longer to wash the floor and walls.

In addition, there are new and improved old ceiling finishing options:

• Hemming, when finishing materials are screwed directly to the surface of the ceiling. This is done mainly using self-tapping screws.
• Suspended ones are mounted on a specially created frame made of metal profiles and wooden slats.
• The stretch ceiling is attached around the perimeter. The material is stretched and clamped into a special aluminum baguette.
• Wallpapering is done directly onto the surface. Are used various ways decoration.
• Slat and cassette ceilings are made of aluminum strips and plates with colored and mirror coating.

Many types of design and materials are missing. The list of ceiling finishing options is endless.

Finishing that requires high-quality surface preparation

All defects are clearly visible on the painted ceiling. The paint flows into the cracks, highlighting every unevenness. To prepare the floor in the apartment, I cover the surface with 2 - 3 layers of starting putty with stripping and a primer that improves adhesion. I use a ruler to check. After complete drying, I apply the finishing composition. Then the ceiling is finished with acrylic paints.

Wallpaper can be glued without treatment finishing putty. They will hide small cracks and irregularities. But all the bulges and depressions will be visible. The drawing will only emphasize them. When the question arises of how to decorate the ceiling, and even in an apartment, without wasting time on repairing minor defects, I recommend “wet wallpaper”. They can be applied using a special device that covers the plane in an even layer. A textured colored surface will hide roughness and give a decorative look to the room.

Ceiling decoration using aluminum and plastic materials

Ceiling decoration in the bedroom

The apartment has high ceilings found in old buildings. Aligning them is problematic. But you can make hanging systems. The living room looks luxurious with slatted ceilings. The materials are practically eternal. Aluminum strips are coated with special paint. They bend into the desired shapes. The alternation of colors creates the illusion of a holiday, fireworks. Matte and glossy stripes of the same tone create intrigue and volume.

The design method excludes amateurs. I work only according to the project developed by designers and constructors. I make the frame from the profile in accordance with the drawing. Aluminum strips are bent and cut to order by the manufacturer. You can only install a flat ceiling without lamps without equipment.

An affordable way to finish the ceiling with aluminum is cassette. Rectangular and square blocks of light metal suspended on a special mount. Bottom surface has decorative finishing. Spraying and powder coating give the surface a different look. Mirrors reflect the room, making it tall and spacious, and add light. You can combine colors and textures to create unique designs.

Stretch ceilings and materials for self-finishing

A distinctive feature of suspended ceilings is their installation after finishing the walls and floors. The most common materials are PVC film and its analogues. To decorate a room in an apartment, I use profiles and drywall. I take measurements after plastering the walls. The ceiling can be left as is. I remove the old mortar, which does not hold well, crumbles, and fix it with a primer.

PVC film is completely prepared by the manufacturer. It is decorated according to the sketch, made in a single color or with a pattern, and cut to the ordered size. There are three types:

• satin – matte smooth surface;
• mirror gloss, reflects light and contrasting colors in the interior, increases space;
• matte is a classic option that harmonizes with all styles and finishes of walls and floors.

Having secured the profile - baguette - around the perimeter, I lay out the film with an assistant and begin to heat the room in the apartment using a heat gun. We close the door and window in advance. I make a multi-tiered ceiling, starting from the very top section.

White or slightly bluish water-based paint will give the kitchen a classic look

When heated, PVC materials become soft and stretchy. Having secured the edges into clamps, we stretch the film, heating individual places with a stream of hot air. Everything must be done quickly. After all, you can’t stand the heat of 70 degrees for long. I install a stretch ceiling of any complexity with help in a few hours.

I am often asked how to decorate the ceiling yourself. For those who want to have tension structures, I recommend fabric. Standard materials used for decoration:

• profile for cable laying;
• plastic tube;
• self-tapping screws;
• curtain natural fabric.

The profile is attached around the perimeter. The finishing fabric is cut and sewn in advance. Natural fabric is lowered into water. When wet it stretches. The edges are tucked into the profile around the tube and tightened. Fixed with self-tapping screws through the canvas. You can make such a ceiling in an apartment when the heating is turned off and it is not hot outside - spring and autumn. Otherwise, you will have to use a spray bottle with water to prevent the fabric from drying out prematurely.

Drywall is indispensable when decorating stylish interiors

Pressed boards made of cardboard and gypsum are quite durable and have a smooth, glossy surface. They can quickly level surfaces in apartments, private houses, and any room. It is enough to screw it with self-tapping screws to the ceiling or mount it on a profile. Cracks and depressions can be smoothed out immediately with finishing putty.

For finishing damp and damp rooms green plasterboard with blue markings was created. It is resistant to water. The additive sheets were made gray to prevent fire. The markings on such plates are red. Decoration Materials should be used to decorate the ceiling in accordance with their qualities.

The ability of the material to take any shape makes it indispensable for finishing multi-tiered stretch ceilings and figured ones. You can create entire compositions overhead.

Finishing options for a dacha and country house

Outside the city you want to take a break from the noise and breathe clean air. I am often asked the question of how to decorate the ceiling in a dacha. Natural materials environmentally friendly. They breathe and do not excrete harmful substances. The tree can retain its aroma for years and create a warm atmosphere of clean air.

In dachas and cottages, it is advisable to hem the ceiling with veneer or boards. Covered with wax or natural varnish, it will charm you with the natural grain of the wood. It is enough to apply a new layer to wood protective coating once every 3 to 5 years and it will last for several decades without repair. Wood protected with varnish can withstand temperature changes if the stove is heated indoors in winter sometimes when people come to rest. A budget option for the dacha, this is painting and a plastic suspended ceiling.