The interior of a dwelling largely influences the mood of its inhabitants. And when you come home, you want to plunge into the warmth of the hearth, and at the same time, the decoration and design of the room would please with its beauty. Not the last role in this is played by the ceilings, the painting of which will help create an inimitable aura in the room and give zest to the entire interior.
Luxury ceiling
People thought of covering the ceilings with drawings a long time ago, but not everyone could use this method of decoration. Even now, the interiors of the castles of kings or the decorative paintings on the ceilings of churches evoke reverent awe. Recall the world-famous Sistine Chapel - the painting was created several centuries ago, but it still makes an indelible impression to this day. At the present time, it is not necessary to be a representative of the nobility or the church in order to create an unforgettable atmosphere in your home that will impress all guests and give a feeling of luxury and shocking.
Painted ceilings in a modern interior
Not all of us have the ability to draw, but by calling an artist at home, you can create an inimitable interior, while very many can afford it. In a short time, the masters will give a radically new look to the room, changing the ceilings beyond recognition. The painting will help you plunge into the history of past centuries or take you to the distant future if you create a futuristic picture on the ceiling. For those who want to feel connected to nature, an overhead starry sky painting is a great alternative. The main thing is to choose a picture that matches the decoration of the room and conveys the mood and character of the inhabitants as much as possible.
Modern drawing techniques and technologies
Walls and ceilings have always been painted with oil paint, which has not lost its relevance to this day. With its help, you can achieve unusual effects and create a picture worthy of the brush of great artists. Only oil paint can convey all the transparency, softness and depth of the shadows of the picture. But this method has several drawbacks - first of all, oil paint dries for a very long time, and its application is not cheap. And after a while, the brightness of colors and shades is lost.
Long-term, if not eternal, is the painting of walls and ceilings using fresco technology. This method involves applying a layer of paint to the still wet plaster, which significantly increases the life of the painting. The only drawback of this technology is its relative high cost. Beautifullooks, and at the same time, decorating surfaces with acrylic paints is inexpensive. They can be used in any room, as they are non-toxic, moisture resistant and durable. Another advantage of this technique is that acrylic painting does not take much time.
Airbrush painting is an actual technology that does not require large expenses. This latest technique allows you to transfer any image, even your own photo to the ceilings. Airbrush painting with three-dimensional drawings will help visually increase the volume of the room and even change the perception of space, as well as hide flaws on the ceiling surface.
Painting with your own hands
You can give an unusual look to the room without the involvement of craftsmen or representatives of construction organizations. This will help save a lot, but in order not to spoil the ceilings, the painting should be carried out more deliberately, choosing the most suitable option in terms of complexity and artistic skills.
The most common and simple method of decorating the ceiling is painting with a stencil. First of all, it is necessary to level the surface, after which a layer of paint is applied, which will be the basis of the pattern. Painting stretch ceilings or drywall surfaces has a huge advantage, because they do not need to be leveled and prepared for a long time.
A beautiful ceiling is easy
Now you can start thinking through the concept of the ceiling. It is quite possible to create beautifuldo-it-yourself stencils, the main thing is to imagine the end goal. Paintings in an abstract or oriental style look beautiful and interesting, and you can create them even without special artistic skills. An unusual ceiling painting (photo below) can be done using ready-made stencils, which are sold in hardware stores and hypermarkets - this will greatly facilitate the work.
When choosing a pattern and color of paints, you should remember that a ceiling that is too bright will divert attention from the room as a whole. The purpose of the space should also be taken into account. For a nursery, you should not choose pompous images; the sky with clouds or butterflies with birds will be a great solution. In the living room, you can pick up a more serious pattern, but it must match the decor of the room. Don't jump at the first idea you see, as you can come up with a brilliant solution along the way.
What should I consider when working?
Painting the ceilings (photos are presented in the article) is a rather lengthy process, and in order not to get numb hands, it is better to create some kind of scaffolding on which the work will be carried out in a supine state. Before painting the surface, it is better to apply the drawing with a simple pencil, and only then apply layers of paint. Easy to use, as well as fairly quick-drying and not fading in the sun are acrylic paints, and it is recommended to use them for work. A little physical labor, imagination and material costs, and you can easily create a masterpiece that willbring joy and satisfaction for a long time.
