The ceiling in a modern apartment is an integral part of the general appearance of all rooms, its design should not only harmonize with the color and style solution, but also emphasize it. It is from the ceiling that repair of the house begins, and therefore it is necessary to approach to its project with all responsibility and understanding. A variety of types of ceilings, new materials and technologies make it possible to realize the most interesting, the most daring design solutions.
Types of ceiling coverings
Let's look at some of the most common types of ceilings. Traditional whitewashing, painting and pasting with wallpapers or tiles are gradually losing ground. Cheap, but too time-consuming options do not give as a result of a durable and perfectly flat ceiling. The use of these types requires a complex leveling of the surface with plaster mixtures. In addition, in 2-3 years, such types of ceiling coverings begin to lose color saturation, even cracks may appear.
Rapidly gaining popularity modern types of ceilings give a completely unlimited space for the imagination of the designer. Ideally flat surface, the ability to create multi-level compositions, including with a sidebar in the ceiling, a rich color palette, different textures of materials - these undeniable advantages are such types of ceiling coverings as hinged.
The main principle of creating such a ceiling is the installation of the coating on frame or profile structures. Types of suspended ceilings differ in design features and, in the first place, surface materials. The most common and accessible hanging ceilings are divided into gypsum plasterboard, cassette and rack. Mirror and glass types of suspended ceilings are used less often. The only drawback of this solution is the need to mount the frame at a level of 3-5 cm below the ceiling. Therefore, the use of hinged structures is not recommended in rooms with low ceilings.
When creating a suspended ceiling in different rooms, one should take into account their functional purpose. The closest attention should be paid to the surfaces of the bathroom and kitchen. Increased temperature and humidity, evaporation and pollution, the need to hide communications - these features require the use of waterproofing, resistant to deformation, easy to install structures.
Types of ceilings in the bathroom can be very diverse, but taking into account the increased level of humidity. As a material for the bathroom is recommended to use aluminum and plastic. Types of ceilings in the kitchen can also be different in design. The optimal material for these premises is a fire-resistant, durable, durable, waterproof aluminum. Attractively and effectively in these rooms will look like the so-called rack ceiling.
Types of lath ceilings and their features
As you can see from the name, the rack ceiling consists of long, narrow strips - racks. Panels of the lath ceiling are made of aluminum or steel alloys of different thicknesses. To give special resistance to external influences and various shades, a varnish is applied to the surface.
The different width of the stripes, spectacular colors, thoughtful flush illumination make the lath ceiling absolutely unique and attractive at a low price and easy installation.