Modern styles of interior decoration are very diverse, rustic trends associated with a warm stove, the smell of pies and uncouth rough elements, such as a ceiling beam that has a largely practical function, are quite popular. Today it is used as a ceiling decor, it can be of artificial and natural origin.
The use of beams in the interior
Beams on the ceiling surface look original and very impressive, creating a special homely atmosphere. This element may be used for the following reasons:
- in a country house, the boards are part of the floor structures that support the attic or attic;
- the ceiling beam is used to give the interior a certain style: loft, country, provence, chalet, etc.;
- to hide flaws in the ceiling surface, for example, placing beams at the joints of drywall eliminates the need for final finishing of the material;
- as a cable channel - various communications can be hidden in the cavity of the element: electrical wiring, plumbing, ventilation;
- for fixing a variety of accessories: a TV or pendant lights (only natural boards are suitable for this purpose).
Decorative materials, their advantages
Such beams are made of polyurethane, a practical and safe material with many positive characteristics. Decorative ceiling beams are used to create a rustic, homely interior, in addition, they act as a cable channel.
Advantages of polyurethane materials:
- very light, easy to install;
- moisture resistant, can decorate the ceiling in the kitchen and bathroom;
- durable, resistant to rot, insect development, mold;
- refractory;
- characterized by a variety of colors and imitations - from wood to stone;
- have an affordable cost, much cheaper than natural material.
The polyurethane board will fit well into the interior, it is difficult to distinguish it from wood or stone.
Natural material: virtues
Wooden ceiling beams are one of the most common materials used in private and country houses. Boards are used not only as decor to create a certain style, but can also have a practical function - to support an attic or attic. Beams are usually made from coniferous trees, but larch elements are also found.
Wooden materialhas the following benefits:
- natural;
- environmental;
- spectacular, visually creates a massive and luxurious ceiling.
Wooden beams have their drawbacks:
- too heavy, hard enough to install;
- do not resist moisture, may begin to rot over time, various microorganisms multiply in them;
- are very expensive, available only to we althy consumers.
Rules for the location of boards on the ceiling
The visual change in the room depends on how the ceiling beam is installed: it can become higher, lower, more square or elongated. There are the following simple rules:
- when the elements are located along the longest wall, they visually "stretch" the room even more;
- to expand the room, it is necessary to place boards across the ceiling;
- with a cross-shaped installation, the room will become more voluminous;
- low ceilings can be visually raised, for this, boards are attached to the wall with a slight approach to the ceiling surface;
- too high can be visually reduced if the beams are fixed on the walls;
- to highlight a certain part of the room, the boards must be placed only in it in the form of a Christmas tree or a lattice;
- decorative elements allow you to divide one room into several zones, for this they are placed at the junctions of the zoned space.
Thus, the ceiling beam is a modern decorativean element with a centuries-old history, creates a cozy and warm atmosphere in the room, allows you to visually change the height and width of the space.
