Imitation of brick for interior decoration is an interesting design solution. It can be used both for the whole room, and for highlighting any zones, walls. Many are wondering: "How to do this, do not expose the walls to masonry?"Yes, and they are not always built of brick. There are many options for the materials themselves and ways to make improvised means. Two large groups can be distinguished: imitation of bricks for interior decoration using purchased materials and hand-made from improvised means. It is worth analyzing this topic in more detail.
Preparatory work
This stage will be the same for all types of finishing materials, with the exception of PVC and MDF panels.
- Old material should be deleted.
- Putty deep flaws on the wall.
- Prime the surface.
- If necessary, plaster the walls to a smooth state. Sand, prime.
Wallpaper
This viewmaterial is the easiest way to implement such a design decision. Important for this finish:
- Even base. There should be no waves, deep flaws and bulges.
- Compliance with pasting technology. So that as a result there are no gaps at the joints of the canvases.
But the fact is that even vinyl thick wallpaper will not create the full feeling of natural masonry. As you can see in the photos, a more or less real imitation of brick for interior decoration is achieved using 3D wallpapers.
Other species, unfortunately, do not visually convey the texture of the masonry.
PVC panels
An interesting solution for rooms with high humidity and aggressive environments. This type of material is easy to care for, wear-resistant, communications can be hidden behind its construct. Where is the best place to use? Imitation of brick for the interior decoration of the kitchen will add zest, help you get away from standard solutions in the design of this room. The photo shows one of these uses.
Stages of work:
- As such, this type of lining does not require preparation of the base.
- A frame for panels is assembled along the perimeter using guide and rack profiles. Since the finishing material is light, a rigid frame is not required. Unless you plan to insulate the walls.
- Further along the perimeter, a starting plastic profile is attached, if it is not planned to cover the perimeter of the walls with other decorative elements. It is better to use corners, profiles, skirting boards underthe color of the base material, then the imitation brick for interior decoration will achieve a greater effect.
- The most crucial moment is joining the panels. It should be as dense as possible to make the canvas so that there is no gap between them.
Two minuses should be highlighted:
- Under a certain angle of illumination, the joints between the canvases can be seen.
- Plastic is not a natural material.
As you can see in the photo, the panels can be textured and look quite realistic.
Where else can such an imitation of brick be used for interior decoration? Plastic can show itself well when used in the bathroom, toilet, corridor. For such premises, it will be ideal. Firstly, it does not absorb water, and secondly, it is easily washed from any kind of pollution.
Clinker tiles
Imitation of brick for interior decoration with this option is one of the most popular.
This material will create the most realistic look of brickwork. Clinker tiles, as a rule, are produced in sheets on which several rows of bricks are “laid out”. This simplifies and speeds up the lining process. Installation method:
- The base should be more or less even and primed.
- Glue is mixed. First applied to the base. Usually no more than one square meter is processed at a time. Next - on the tile. The laying is carried out from the bottom up. Work must be carried out with level control. Pick the perfect sizewall-mounted tiles are impossible so cutting is indispensable.
- After the surface has dried, grout the seams.
This type of lining is used as part of the decor. Used in the interior of living rooms, corridors.
Very often used for facades. This is one of the most realistic brickwork finishes.
Ceramic tiles
This material is lighter than the previous version, but also difficult to install.
It is better to choose slabs with imitation of several bricks. This will facilitate and speed up the cladding process. The principle of work is similar to the previous version. It can be noted that cladding is a complex type of finish and it is better to trust a professional. But if you still want to do it yourself, then you should perform the masonry technology. No need to rush - respect the size of the seams.
Such a brick-like imitation for the interior decoration of a bathroom, toilet, kitchen will be an excellent solution, because it can withstand direct water ingress, it is easy to clean from any contamination. The photos below show some design ideas for decorating these spaces.
Gypsum tiles
This option should be noted separately, because you can make such a lining not only by buying the material in the finished version, but also by doing it yourself. This will require: gypsum plaster / putty, a box the size of a brick. It should be noted that the most popularbrick imitation for interior decoration is made in the form of a spoon masonry. The dimensions of a spoon of a standard brick are 65 x 250 mm. That is, the capacity is required to choose either the same size or close to it. The process itself is simple:
- Knead the solution, pour into the mold. The kneading should be done in one portion, because it has the property of quickly hardening.
- Wait for the solution to fully set. Pull out.
Tips
Of course, the production process will be accelerated if there are several containers. You can add dyes directly to the gypsum mortar or paint over the finished surface. After the plates are ready, they are glued in the same way as the previous two options. After hardening, paint over with the desired color. You can shade the bumps for greater realism. The seams are also painted over with imitation of masonry mortar. Or simply left unpainted, depending on the cladding mortar used.
Plaster and putty imitation
This view can quite adequately imitate brickwork, if done correctly.
A layer of plaster or putty is applied to the wall, a short time is given to dry, and then a masonry pattern is squeezed out with a finger or the back of a spatula.
For this option, do not carefully level the applied layer.
Roughness of the surface will create a more realistic simulation. Moreone caveat - it is not worth applying plaster over large areas. The solution can dry quickly and be difficult to apply.
After finishing work, the layer should dry out. And then paint is applied to the desired shade. Irregularities can be shaded.
Imitation brick for interior decoration with your own hands
There are a number of other options available for our own production:
Paint. The cheapest and easiest option. To do this, you need paint to match the color of the facing brick. A stencil is being prepared for masonry. You can use cardboard, plastic - to whom it is more convenient. And then the wall is painted over, dries out and a pattern of seams is applied on top of it with a different color through a stencil. This close-up view does not look very similar to the original, but from a distance it looks believable. Can be used, for example, to decorate balconies
Another one of the budget performances. Cut out bricks from thick cardboard (packing material can be used). Stick on the walls, leaving gaps for the seams. Next, glue the entire plane with a napkin, first it should be crumpled, then straightened. This will help texture the surface. And finish painting. Fine-grained foam, cork backing can be used for this type of finish
What does imitation brick look like for interior decoration? The photos presented in our article give the answer in detail. Based on this article, you can choose an interesting design solution for home decoration.
What concerns choicefinishing material is an individual decision. The only advice: before purchasing, you should definitely familiarize yourself with the characteristics and properties of the material. And then make a purchase decision.
