Modern styles of interior decoration are very diverse, village trends associated with a warm stove, the smell of pies and uncouth rude elements, for example, such as a ceiling beam, which has a lot of practical function, are quite popular. Today it is used as a ceiling decoration, it can be of artificial and natural origin.
The use of beams in the interior
Beams on the ceiling surface look original and very impressive, creating a special homely atmosphere. The use of this element may be due to the following reasons:
- in a country house, boards are part of the ceiling structures supporting the attic or attic;
- the ceiling beam is used to give the interior a certain style: loft, country, provence, chalet, etc .;
- to hide the flaws of the ceiling surface, for example, placing beams at the joints of drywall eliminates the need for final finishing of the material;
- as a cable channel, various communications can be hidden in the cavity of the element: electrical wiring, plumbing, ventilation;
- to fix a variety of accessories: a TV or pendant lamps (only natural boards are suitable for this purpose).
Decorative materials, their advantages
Such beams are made of polyurethane, a practical and safe material with many positive characteristics. Decorative ceiling beams are used to create a rustic, home interior, in addition, they act as a cable channel.
Advantages of polyurethane materials:
- very light, not difficult to install;
- moisture resistant, can decorate the ceiling in the kitchen and in the bathroom;
- durable, do not rot, develop insects, mold;
- refractory;
- characterized by a variety of colors and imitations - from wood to stone;
- have an affordable cost, much cheaper than natural material.
A board made of polyurethane fits well into the interior, it is difficult to distinguish it from a wooden or stone one.
Natural material: advantages
Wooden ceiling beams - one of the most common materials used in private and country houses. Boards are used not only as a decor to create a certain style, but can also carry a practical function - to support the attic or attic. Beams are usually made of coniferous trees, but there are also elements of larch.
Wood material has the following advantages:
- natural;
- ecological;
- spectacular, visually creates a massive and luxurious ceiling.
Wooden beams have their drawbacks:
- too heavy, difficult to install;
- they do not withstand moisture; over time they can begin to rot; various microorganisms multiply in them;
- are very expensive, available only to wealthy consumers.
Rules for the location of boards on the ceiling
The visual change in the room depends on how the ceiling beam is installed: it can become higher, lower, more square or elongated. The following simple rules exist:
- when the elements are located along the longest wall, they visually “stretch” the room even more;
- to expand the room, it is necessary to place the boards across the ceiling;
- with a cruciform installation, the room will become more voluminous;
- low ceilings can be visually raised, for this, boards are fixed to the wall with a small approach to the ceiling surface;
- too high can be visually reduced if the beams are fixed on the walls;
- to highlight a certain part of the room, the boards need to be placed only in it in the form of a Christmas tree or lattice;
- decorative elements allow you to divide one room into several zones, for this they are placed at the joints of the zoned space.
Thus, the ceiling beam is a modern decorative element with a long history, creates a cozy and warm atmosphere in the room, allows you to visually change the height and width of the space.