In ancient times, ceiling beams were considered only as a component of ceilings that supported the upper part of the house. Therefore, special attention was not paid to the beauty of the crossbars. In a modern interior, a ceiling with beams is a decorative element. Overlappings are purposefully placed where they are, in general, not needed. Such decor is used with pleasure both in private houses and multi-storey ones.
Application of beams
Most recently, the role of overlaps was quite obvious. Beams were just a structure that served a specific purpose. They supported the roof and were attic floors. Over time, people began to decorate them. The owners tried to hide them from prying eyes.
But after a while, the designers came to the conclusion that the ceiling with beams gives a special flavor to the room. So the crossbars under the roof are back in fashion. But now they serve as an element of decor.
Where is a ceiling with beams appropriate? Designers claim that such decor will decorate any room. He will givebeauty of the kitchen, will look organically in the bedroom and guest room. Even in the hallway, it will not seem redundant. The number and weight of beams is determined only by the size of the room.
In this case, the crossbars can perform other functions, except for decorative ones. In the kitchen, they can become the basis for glass holders and various utensils. And in the living room they can be decorated with flowers and dried herbs, depending on the season. By the way, with their help it is easy to make room zoning.
What styles can decorate beams
Again, there are no strict rules for this kind of decor. The ceiling design with beams can harmoniously fit into any style of the room.
Experts say:
- Beams can give a unique twist to a classic style or trendy hi-tech.
- Most often they are used in interiors with an ethnic bias. Folk motifs look more realistic with beamed ceilings. The main thing is to decorate them correctly.
- If they want luxury, then the beams are decorated with frescoes, carvings, lambrequins, ornaments. From above they are covered with silver or paints of delicate shades.
- In the strict classical style, the beams should be made smooth, dark or light (but plain), varnished.
- In a modern interior, bright coatings are allowed - pink, red, blue.
- In loft (attic) and high-tech styles, metal beams are used. It is possible to use other materials, but with one condition - they are covered with paints that imitatemetal. The first satellite of such beams is brick wall masonry. Such a composition is aimed at imitating industrial premises. She transforms modest rooms into luxury suites.
- Loft elements are usually used in country houses, but in a city apartment they will also look good (in any case, original). The recipe is simple. It is necessary to put a couple of beams over a small brickwork, add shine to glass, metal, decorate with light bulbs without shades, with deliberately exposed wires, and the loft-style room is ready.
- The rustic interior is decorated with dark, rough, textured crossbeams. They will give the room an old-fashioned atmosphere. Moreover, it would be better to leave them as they are, do not paint, do not cover with drawings (only treat them with special means from parasites). The contrast of aged wood and modern design will provide color to the interior.
Varieties of ceiling beams
Beautiful decor can be made from a variety of materials.
Beams under the ceiling can be:
- Wooden. Classics of the genre. Wooden beams play a leading role in rustic and eco styles. Traditionally, they are made (from oak, ash, pine) in one piece or with an internal cavity. Designers love to use hollow beams. After all, it is convenient to hide internal communications in them.
- Metal. Such beams are more durable. However, they are also heavier. Therefore, they must be installed by specialists with the equipment. If you save on materials orbe careless with the installation, then trouble may happen.
- Polyurethane. These beams are most acceptable for a modest budget. You can mount them yourself, and not be afraid of big problems. They are hollow and light.
There are different ways to install false beams:
- Liquid nails are used for small planks.
- For medium - create a wooden or aluminum crate. Self-tapping screws are taken for fastenings.
- If the beams are massive, then wooden blocks are installed on the ceiling. Structural elements are glued to them. Additionally, they are fixed with long self-tapping screws.
And now consider how you can arrange the beams on the ceiling in the interior. The photos given in the article will allow you to get acquainted with the excellent ideas of specialists. Perhaps some of them will lead you to unique solutions, the implementation of which will completely transform your interior.
Longitudinal placement
The easiest way. The result looks elegant and attractive. Quantity, length, distance between beams is calculated based on the shape of the ceiling and the arrangement of furniture.
Special attention should be paid to the places of future lamps. They can be located directly on the beams or between them. If the lamps are mounted on the crossbeams, then it is necessary to take into account how far they will go down. With low ceilings, this can be ugly and uncomfortable.
Cross placement
In this version, the beams on the ceiling in the interior can (and even should) be of different sizes. Due to this, a structure will be obtained, insidewhich will be a composition of geometric shapes. And the beams will give the impression that they are intertwined or pierce each other.
Design imitation
This option is suitable for those who are interested in the unusual and spectacular decoration of the ceiling with beams. But you should know that the installation and perception of the finished structure is quite complicated. Therefore, this method is only good for high ceilings.
It is better to perform it according to ready-made architectural drawings and diagrams in order to recreate a complete and good copy of the supporting structure. The colors are natural. Deaf painting, if metal beams. For wood, it is better to use transparent protective tones.
High Density
Spans for this method should be wide enough so that in the end the design does not create the impression of a heap. The ceiling with beams with increased density looks unusual, but at the same time aesthetically pleasing and modern.
This method is used when they intend to create styles in the house: loft, minimalism or eco-design. They suggest the presence of high-tech materials, ascetic furniture and a large number of glass surfaces.
Frame openings
There are many ways to hem a ceiling with beams. The framing of the openings looks quite impressive and beautiful. This technique is used to create traditional and classic styles. From the result there is no feeling of obsession,clutter and low ceilings.
In some cases, one beam will be enough. It can be placed at the overlap of the opening or along the perimeter. Brutal beams look bright and unsurpassed, complementing the refined interior. Perhaps this will slightly weight the design of the room. But, oddly enough, this combination provides the interior with coziness.
Conclusion
Today, people are more and more interested in naturalness and naturalness, which is why the use of ceiling beams is now so relevant. Stability, stability, inviolability of the hearth - these are the feelings that such a design will give.
Specialists will help you fit ceiling structures into any interior - from a country mansion to a small city apartment. Design schemes can be easily changed and customized for individual projects. Therefore, you can make yourself any entourage with which it will be easy and interesting to live.
