Ceiling decoration can be done in various ways. One of the simplest is the application of wallpaper. There are positive and negative points in this, everyone should know about them. The whole process is conditionally divided into several steps. This is the selection of wallpaper, glue, surface leveling and pasting directly.
To quickly complete the decoration, choose a special wallpaper for the ceiling. They have special characteristics that help make the process easier. When walls are pasted over, it is easier to work alone. But that won't work with a ceiling.
Selection of material
Wallpaper on the ceiling (photos of sticking are presented in our article) you need to choose the right one. A lot is taken into account - type, structure, color scheme, calculation of rolls. Before you go to the store, you need to study and remember the following recommendations:
- There is weight information on the package: the weight of the finishing material should not exceed 110 grams per square meter.
- If the area of the room is small, the color is light and without bright patterns.
- Large print suitable for high ceilings with a large area.
- Often in the same spacethere are two rooms. Visually, the wallpaper on the ceiling will cope with their differentiation.
- Modern designers create multi-level ceilings. They can be placed different options for finishing material.
- Calculate the number of rolls. It all depends on the pattern, because there are some that are worth customizing. Detailed information about the length of the roll is indicated on the packaging.
- The width of the wallpaper on the ceiling is different - from the standard one and a half meters to one and a half. The second option is faster, but laborious.
What kind of wallpaper on the ceiling to use? For such a finish, various options are used - vinyl, non-woven, liquid and glass. For each room, their own are selected, taking into account their positive qualities.
Vinyl
The range of such materials is quite large. In addition to color, there is a variety of patterns and relief. It will be easy to remove bumps and minor depressions. During operation, vinyl products show their best side - they do not fade, they can be wiped with a damp cloth. It is worth noting one more plus - everyone can handle the installation of such a coating without outside help.
It is difficult to transfer the surface of ordinary wallpaper coated with glue to the ceiling. With vinyl wallpaper it will be easier because the glue is applied to the ceiling. Before starting work, the surface is primed with a liquid composition so that the adhesion is reliable.
This wallpaper on the ceiling has disadvantages. So, they do not let air through at all. As a result, condensation forms, which provokes the formation of mold andfungus. In order to avoid problems in the future, it is worth pre-treating the ceiling area with antiseptic agents. These are simple actions, the result is a beautiful surface, taking into account design decisions.
Non-woven
This view helps to remove minor errors in the area of the ceiling. The material can be dyed or washed with wet products. Pasting the ceiling with wallpaper of this variety can be done by hand.
There are no distinctive details and features in the installation technology. The base is dense, so careful surface preparation is not required.
Fiberglass wallpaper
Appeared not so long ago, but are gradually gaining popularity. Below we list their main positive qualities:
- The surface, if necessary, is painted with water-based compounds with different shades. You can do this more than twenty times.
- Flame-resistant, therefore recommended for use in all homes and apartments.
- The composition is made entirely of natural ingredients - no harmful substances are released into the air.
- Long service life.
- High strength.
- Dust collection is excluded as the surface is not electrified.
Liquid
In addition to all this, there are also such wallpapers on sale. This is a modern development with great advantages. Experts identify a number of benefits:
- High adhesion.
- Elasticity.
- Anti-static effect.
- Sustainable.
- Air gets in.
- Good sound insulation properties.
Air penetrates through such wallpaper (as a result, mold is excluded). In addition, the material does not burn out. If there are small cracks during operation, they are removed using the same composition. Nothing is noticeable after. This is a big plus that attracts the attention of many buyers.
Surface preparation
In order for the work to be done efficiently, at the first stage it is worth taking the time to prepare the work surface. The result and external indicators will depend on this. It is better to start a day before the main gluing. Component elements are removed - lamps, ventilation grilles, sockets, switches, etc. If bare wires appear, they must be hidden with electrical tape.
In order for the conditions for the repair to be complete, it is necessary not to open the windows (to avoid drafts and uneven distribution of glue). Do not turn on the air conditioner. The best option is to put buckets of hot water in the corners. When preparing, in addition to materials, it is required to prepare tools and fixtures that a person will easily move around in the process of pasting the ceiling with wallpaper.
Alignment
Of course, there are wallpapers that hide all the bumps. But it is better to disguise them in advance. The first is to remove all dust and remnants of any other finishing materials. Necessary tools are selected depending on the complexity. When a thick layer of lime is present, it is removed after treatment with water. Next comes to workputty knife. Residues are washed off with water and detergent. If the area is painted, what should I do? If there is no visible damage, then it may well become the basis.
To make the wallpaper on the ceiling look perfect, you need to remove significant differences with putty. When the errors are large, plasterboard finishing is used. The angle to the wall is at least 90 degrees. Such conditions help to make everything beautiful and neat.
It will take three steps for the wet area leveling method:
- Plaster (if irregularities up to three centimeters).
- Starting putty (if the error is about a centimeter).
- Finish (with minor damage and chips).
It happens that the master uses all options for finishing work on the ceiling, but in sequence (in order). The finishing composition makes the surface smooth. Using a profile is a good option. Particular attention is paid to joints and nails. Mounting tape is glued around the entire perimeter. Putty is applied to it. This will prevent the development of cracks. Next, you need to go around the entire perimeter with sandpaper to remove small bumps.
Primer treatment
Pasting wallpaper on the ceiling does not appear without this step. As soon as the putty dries (a day is enough for this), it is worth applying a primer mixture. The main task of such a composition is a tight connection of the two components of the finishing areas and wallpaper. This is the final repair of the ceiling under the wallpaper. RangePriming mixes on the market are large, there are even dry formulations. At the heart of each is glue. Additionally, the masters recommend the use of antiseptics. They penetrate deeply into any surface and completely exclude the formation of fungi and mold in the future.
How to prime?
There are enough ways to apply. The simplest and fastest is a spray gun. It is quite possible to cope with the task with a roller or a wide brush. It is worth paying attention to the instructions, because some formulations will need to be applied in two or more layers. Be sure to study the annotation for each composition. Do not ignore personal security and protection measures. Wallpaper on the ceiling in the house should be glued without the use of harmful compounds.
Marking the ceiling and calculating rolls
Work is done along the side walls. Otherwise, the joints will be visible, and the view will be completely spoiled. With markings, applying the finish is much easier. From the side wall, the width of the roll is measured on both sides of the room, a mark is made with a simple pencil. The line must be straight, otherwise the whole process will go bad. It is clear that the joints cannot be avoided. In this case, masking tape is used. Anyone can work with it.
At the stage of purchase, it is worth taking into account allowances for joints. The drawing will have to be compared, which will take additional material. It should be borne in mind that white wallpaper on the ceiling highlights errors on the work surface too brightly.
Don't cut too many pieces. A sharp knife is used for cutting. Everything is cut strictly according tosizes.
Glue
How to paste wallpaper on the ceiling in the kitchen? The process will not be easy. It is good when the work is carried out by two or more people, but you can cope on your own. So, the glue is prepared taking into account the recommendations and proportions. Don't make it too liquid. There are solutions that must stand for a certain time before application. It is recommended to take compositions in color - so we will not miss the sections.
As soon as the surface is completely ready, the primer has dried, the main work begins. The glue must be thick, otherwise it will start to drip. Here's what happens next:
- Using a roller, glue is applied to the inner surface of the cut piece. It takes a few minutes to soak the composition.
- It's good if glue is applied to the ceiling on the part where the wallpaper sheet will be fixed. Seams and corners need more compound.
- Next, one edge joins the ceiling and smoothing begins around the entire perimeter. You need to use a dry cloth. We make movements from the middle to the edges, carefully, without sharp manipulations. According to the markup, we are moving in the direction of the windows.
- Excess drops of glue must be removed immediately (then it will be difficult to do this). No bubbles should form. Air is expelled during the bonding process. Then you need to go down to the floor and inspect the surface well.
- Excess on the wall is cut off with a sharp knife. The first sheet should lie as evenly as possible. All work will depend on this.
- Second sheet ready forwork: the ceiling is processed under it with glue. You need to grease the edge of the first sheet for reliability.
- In the places where the wires go, cuts are carefully made and the structure is pulled through. In this place, it is worth holding the wallpaper longer.
- As soon as the entire perimeter is lined, it is worth waiting for it to dry completely. But you do not need to open windows and use additional heaters.
For a quality result, the room remains closed for a day. The entire surface is then evaluated. If there are errors, they are removed. What to do if a bubble appears? It is clear that you need to remove the air. This is done by a puncture, and then glue is injected inside with a simple syringe. Then the surface must be gently pressed. The wallpaper may not adhere immediately, so it may take longer.
When the ceiling is finished first, and after the walls are processed, allowances of up to one and a half centimeters can be made. This makes it easier to work, even for a beginner. A common problem is corners. For accuracy, you need to cut a wedge, and then evenness is ensured. You need to think through the actions and do everything quickly so that the glue does not dry out. When there is no partner, it is worth preparing a small stick with a base - it will help hold the leaf.
