Beams on the ceiling - a wonderful decoration of the room. They create the right atmosphere in the room. But it is not always possible to use real beams. In this case, you can imitate them.
Usually, a similar interior element is used when rooms are decorated in vintage, Provence or rustic styles. You can use both heavy wooden beams and those made of polystyrene foam. This option is lighter in weight. In addition, the stretch ceiling with imitation of beams looks great.
What imitation is made of
Such a ceiling decoration, even if the beams were not originally conceived in the building structure, you can build yourself.
The following options are used for this:
- solid wood beam;
- several pieces of wood fastened together;
- imitation wood beams made from Styrofoam.
Three design options
If you plan to create wooden beams on the ceiling, then after measuring the length of the rooms, you should choose natural wood with the same dimensions. It needs to be impregnated to givecolors, and then fix under the ceiling. This option is considered the simplest. But at the same time, it also has disadvantages:
- We'll have to take care of transporting the beams.
- They need to be securely fixed to the ceiling.
- It is necessary to choose a place where the products will be dried after processing.
But all these disadvantages are absent if you choose ready-made bars. In this case, most of the preparatory work will not have to be done by yourself.
Wood is pretreated with protective agents. By the way, you can choose not a solid large crossbar, but make it from several elements, combining them on the ceiling. Seams are masked and painted over.
Another way is to simulate wooden beams on the ceiling with hollow structures. You can choose fake products that will be hollow inside. There are 2 options: parts made either from wood or from polystyrene. The main advantage is the speed of installation. In addition, the parts are very light.
Beam substitutes are made of hollow wood. To fix them on the wall, use wooden or metal rails. The crossbar will be located on them. Outwardly, it is no different from the original, as it is also made of wood.
It has a natural texture, matching voids and cracks. But at the same time, it is hollow inside, so the structure will weigh little, and it will be much easier to mount it.
The next option to imitate old wood isfake bars made of polystyrene. They have a special coating that mimics wood texture. This finish is considered the safest, because it has a minimum weight. The assembly is very simple, only special glue is used for this.
By the way, such products are quite affordable - they can be purchased at hardware stores. But these are not all the advantages of polystyrene foam beams on the ceiling. Inside them, you can mount additional lighting. But in wood it will be problematic to build this.
What you need
Installation of false Styrofoam bars is very easy. And outwardly, the beams are no different from the original wood products.
For installation you will need:
- Styrofoam beams;
- mounting adhesive or neodymium magnets;
- 2-sided mounting tape;
- ruler;
- scissors and hacksaw;
- long nails.
How the workflow works
To install this design, you do not need to drill holes. To simulate beams on the ceiling with your own hands, you must do the following:
- Use duct tape. It must be applied to the blocks for installing beams. They are supposed to be posted on the profile. They should perform a bit.
- Glue the beams. Remove the protective film from the second side of the tape and press the strips to the ceiling. Then remove the profile and click on the pads. Then place the profile again and click again.
- Strengthen the structure. ATthe space between the beam and the ceiling must be glued. Then you need to insert the nails so that they connect the profile with the blocks.
This completes the installation of the beams. LED strips can be installed in their holes. Get unusual lighting in the room. But for this, you will first have to level the ceiling, since all the defects will be visible on it.
Styles
Before, beams were only used to support the ceiling. Now such elements are decorative.
They will look different depending on the style of the room:
- Chalet. In this case, you need to make an imitation of beams from coniferous trees. They should be intertwined with the log beam structures on the walls.
- Scandinavian. In this case, the beams on the ceiling are the main attribute. If you plan to imitate them, then you need to choose light colors. This will make the room look more spacious.
- Provence. In this French style, beams are also used as an element of decor. But the main color is white (or light shades).
- Country. In this case, natural materials are used. It is necessary to imitate beams on a wooden ceiling. The design can be aged artificially. By the way, stone is also used in the interior. Colors can be either dark or light.
- Classic. In this case, the beams are made in the opposite color from the ceiling. As a result, the interior is more refined. You can decorate them with carvings, makedrawings.
- Loft. In this case, the old finish, raw ceilings and walls are specially left. At the same time, the ceilings themselves are metal. Such beams conditionally divide the room into several zones. Additionally, this effect is enhanced by appropriate lighting.
Zoning
Beams can zone the room. For example, the kitchen and living room are separated by a bar, but the beams above it will enhance the effect and complement such a composition. These products also add texture. This is achieved through the combination of different colors and their correct arrangement.
Beams that run parallel to each other look beautiful. Especially if they have a shade opposite to the color of the ceiling. Or, on the contrary, you can use beams of the same tone as the ceiling. By the way, walls with colored wallpaper will be in harmony with the ceiling structure with the same color. Another option is antique beams set against white walls.
Recommendations
When choosing fake beams and their style, you need to consider what the room is used for. For example, in a small kitchen it is better to finish light and dilute with dark beams. At the same time, the room visually increases. But thanks to the beams, it won't look like a hospital room.
For a living room, it is better to choose beams from natural materials and their imitation. This gives comfort and warmth to the atmosphere of the room. If the living room is small in size, then it is best to make the beams pure white. Due to this, notthere will be a pressing effect.
In the bathroom of an apartment, beams are practically not used. But they are used in country houses. In the bathroom, an imitation of a beam on a polyurethane ceiling looks better.
Conclusion
Imitation of beams on the ceiling (photos are given in the article) is a cheap way to decorate a room in the appropriate style. This transforms the room.
For installation, you can use both wood panels and expanded polystyrene products. The installation is very simple, you can do it yourself in a short time. If in doubt, it is recommended to first consult with a specialist in order to avoid mistakes during the work.
