Modern hardware stores offer a wide selection of different decorative materials that create an interesting and original interior. Among them, the most popular are polyurethane beams. Externally, they do not differ from natural wood, ideal for creating interiors such as loft, Russian rustic, eco, Provence and some others.
Material description
Decorative beams are a high-quality imitation of wooden elements. They are used in creating various interiors. Such material is made on the basis of ecological raw materials, has a lot of advantages. Polyurethane false beams are characterized by lightness, accessibility, functionality. They will make any room of the house or apartment more cozy, warm and comfortable. They look original in the interior of the kitchen, bedroom, living room or corridor.
Good qualitiesdecorative items
Polyurethane beams are widely used not only by designers, but also by ordinary people. This is because they have the following benefits:
- Light weight, unlike wood. Will not cause harm if the fastening is of poor quality.
- They are durable, do not rot, mold, bacteria.
- Moisture resistant. Can be used in rooms with high humidity.
- Flameproof, non-flammable.
- Polyurethane beams do not absorb odors, so they can be used in the kitchen.
- Eco-friendly material, harmless to human he alth.
- Have a rich color range (brown, white, light shades). They can imitate such valuable wood species as oak, walnut, wenge, maple, cherry and others. They are characterized by various sizes and sections.
- Allows you to hide various communications: electrical wiring, plumbing, ventilation, cables.
- Quite simple and easy to install. You can handle the installation yourself without the help of a professional.
- Visually structure the space, divide it into zones. In addition, they expand and enlarge the room.
- They have a low price compared to wooden elements, therefore they are available to any consumer.
All these advantages of polyurethane beams make them more attractive than natural material. In addition, they do not lose to the tree in terms of external qualities.
Application of polyurethane beams
This decorative element is widely used in the interior. From ancient times, ceiling beams performed the function of supporting the ceilings of the roof or floor of the upper floor. Over time, this element began to carry not only a practical function, but also a decorative one, giving the room a special comfort and homeliness. Most often polyurethane beams are used in the following interior styles:
- Loft style - it is characterized by the use of white, brick, metal elements.
- Russian rustic is created by light pine.
- Dark bog oak suits the chalet.
- Provence is impressed by light oak and ash.
Polyurethane beams can have a different texture: be smooth or rough, with imitation of unhewn wood.
Installation of decorative beams
The process of mounting a decorative element is quite simple, requiring no special equipment and skills. Fastening is carried out on glue or self-tapping screws. The joints between the beams are hidden with the help of special belts that look like metal staples. Thus, polyurethane beams are an excellent addition to the interior. Due to high-quality imitations, it is difficult to distinguish them from natural wood. They have many positive features, make the room original, cozy, rustic home.
