Decorative beams on the ceiling: types, materials, design, color, choice of style

Features of the design of low and high ceilings

• In an interior with low ceilings, ceiling beams of a simple design, for example, along or across the room, will harmoniously look.
• In a compact room, it is better to replace the beam with a board or plastic. They will save space.
• So that the ceiling does not seem low it is better to use a light palette.
• In a room with high ceilings, complex designs and dark-colored finishes will be appropriate.

Types and materials of ceiling beams

Bearing

This type of flooring can be considered the "skeleton" of a building, without which it cannot exist. Ceiling support beams can be hidden or beat in the interior of the apartment.

Concrete slabs

They are used most often in the construction of urban multi-storey buildings and industrial premises. The ceiling concrete beam will harmoniously look in the interior with a modern style, such as a loft, grunge, minimalism.

Wooden floors

Rarely used in the construction of urban housing, often in cottages, cottages or for individual repairs. Solid or glued timber has a square shape. It is most often used as a ceiling.

The log has a round shape. Material is more expensive than timber, but in the interior it looks better from an aesthetic point of view.

Metal floor

The metal is stronger and has a longer service life. In the interior of the house you can decorate or hide them, in the open state they will look harmoniously in an urban industrial style.

On the picture spacious mansard room in hi-tech style, ceiling beams made of metal.

Imitation

Beams acting as decor for the interior should support the overall style.

Tree

Ceiling wooden beams will add to the interior of the rustic coziness. Ceiling beams made of timber look luxurious and massive, it is better to use them in a spacious room, as they are quite voluminous and large structures will take up a lot of space.

For the decoration of standard city apartments or small rooms, it is better to choose boards, they are more compact. Also, the board can be part of the structure, where a solid bar is used as the basis.

Plastic

Polyurethane or plastic ceiling false beams can become an analogue of wood. The material is not environmentally friendly, but wins in price and variety. Visually, such ceiling rails will not differ much from natural wood.

Drywall

Decorating the ceiling with drywall panels, you can hide communications, while emphasizing the desired style in the interior. In addition, fixtures can be installed in the ceiling rails of gypsum plasterboard.

On the picture ceiling beams are constructed of drywall, decorated with stucco for concrete.

Ceiling decoration material

Tension web

Stretch ceiling is one of the most common finishes.The popularity is due to the ease of installation, great variety and relatively low cost. The stretch fabric is heated to 60 degrees and is fixed in each side of the room. The material may have a glossy and matte surface, which allows you to choose the best option for style in the interior.

Lining

Wooden lining will look harmonious in a room with high ceilings. In a city apartment, the lining can be painted in a light shade, so it will visually hide a minimum of space.

Suspension

Drywall ceiling can have a flat or multi-level surface. The ceiling will be decorated with beams, stucco moldings or built-in lighting, depending on stylistic preferences. The design is made of a metal frame and gypsum plasterboard sheets attached to it.

Painting

Requires a perfectly flat surface. This finishing method is easy to apply and has a wide variety of colors. The ceiling will be decorated with skirting boards, stucco moldings or beams.

On the picture stylish minimalist bedroom in eco-style.

Wallpaper

For wallpaper stickers, a prepared surface will also be required. An interesting option would be wallpaper decoration.

Location options

Across

The transverse arrangement of the ceiling beams visually brings the room closer to the shape of a square, expanding the walls. In a spacious room you can use a full beam, complementing the picture with low chandeliers or spotlights. The compact room will have enough boards that will support the interior in the desired style.

Along

The longitudinal arrangement of the ceiling beams will make the room longer. By decorating the LED flying panels, you can get the effect of soaring in the air.

Diagonally

The diagonal arrangement of the ceiling beams will make the room larger. A similar method of decoration looks interesting in the modern interior of the living room. Crossbeams can be located around the entire perimeter of the ceiling or occupy only a part.

Half the ceiling

Finishing the ceiling will partially visually divide the room into two zones, while preserving the area. For example, in the kitchen this way you can separate the cooking space from the dining area.

Cross-laying

A similar arrangement of ceiling beams will make the space voluminous. To emphasize the relief and unusual arrangement, the color of the beams can be contrasted with the base color.

Division of a room into zones

A great way to zone your space. The ceiling design will indicate the desired area or divide the room into two areas. For example, in a studio apartment, beams can be located in the cooking area, thereby separating the rest of the space, or in the bedroom a complex structure will decorate a sleeping place, indicating a sleeping area.

Roof constructions

An interesting interior solution would be to erect a structure on the ceiling according to the principle of a roof structure, for example, a “stand” or “farm”. It is these structures that are located under the roof of the building, holding it. Such structures are suitable for interior decoration with high sloping ceilings.

On the picture bright kitchen-living room, ceiling rails are made according to the principle of roofing construction.

Unusual styling

Location methods can be completely different from beautiful patterns that make up any pattern to complex geometric shapes. Sophisticated ceiling structures will harmoniously look in a room with high ceilings.

Decor Methods

Aging

The aging effect is characteristic of many styles, such as Provence, shabby chic, rustic. In the interior, such objects look rustic and cozy.

Painting

You can highlight the ceiling beams by painting them in a contrasting color with the ceiling, for example, red beams on a light background. In this way, you can beat any topic or make some bright details in the interior.

Varnishing

Lacquered wood ceiling beams retain a unique wood pattern. Varnishing will make the material brighter and protect it from harmful influences. Such decoration is suitable for interior in the style of country, loft, chalet.

Patterns, carving

Painted patterns or wood carvings will look not just luxurious, but unique. Patterns and openwork carvings will blend perfectly with the Russian style. A more restrained type of thread is suitable for designing a classic interior.

Color selection

White

White ceiling beams on a light background will look very gentle. The ceilings do not seem low and the design will get its “highlight”. Beams of white color look interesting against the background of a pastel shade ceiling.

On the picture bleached boards on the ceiling look very gentle, they harmoniously fit into the interior of the bedroom with a pastel color palette.

Brown

The classic décor is brown wooden ceiling beams against a white ceiling. Due to the contrast of colors, you can adjust the space of the room.

On the picture spacious kitchen-dining room. The ceiling is made of white wooden battens and contrasting brown beams.

Gray

Gray ceiling beams on a light background do not have a strong contrast, but still stand out in the overall picture. The combination of a rural detail and fashionable, actual color today looks interesting.

Beige

Beige ceiling beams harmoniously look both on a flat ceiling and on a rack. A light shade close to the color of natural wood will decorate the interior of the house or bathhouse in any style.

The black

Contrasting black ceiling beams will successfully complement a room in a modern style, echoing other details of decoration or furniture.

Bright

Bright ceiling beams will decorate a modern interior or a nursery. Bright color can combine with other details in the interior, such as textiles, decorative elements or small pieces of furniture.

Photos in the interior of the apartment

Kitchen

The location, color and material of the ceiling beams depends on the size and stylistic direction of the kitchen. In a compact room, minimalistic straight bars on a glossy surface will harmoniously look. Another technique for preserving space is light-colored ceiling beams. In a spacious kitchen, the location will completely depend on the layout of the room or style in the interior.

On the picture kitchen interior with a black set. Partial ceiling finishes with crossbeams separate the cooking area.

Living room

The ceiling in the hall will be decorated with beams on the background of a flat surface. Depending on the area of ​​the room, the crossbars can have a light palette that is identical or similar to the main color of the ceiling finish. Or contrast against the general background, thereby playing the role of the main object in the room.

Bedroom

Wooden bars will make the bedroom more comfortable. The design can be around the entire perimeter of the ceiling or just above the bed, indicating the sleeping area. The color of the finish depends on the style of the room.

On the picture gentle bedroom in pastel colors. The ceiling is made of drywall and decorative beams.

Children

Ceiling beams in the children's room support themed design, such as marine or eco style. Crossbeams can become part of the image of the room.

Hallway and corridor

If the premises of the hallway or corridor are small and devoid of natural light, then the modest ceiling design in the form of several crossbars along or across the room is the best solution.

Bathroom

When decorating a bathroom, it is worth considering the constantly changing humidity. The best solution is to use plastic or polyurethane ceiling false panels, which can also imitate the desired material.

Photo in the interior of the house

With a sufficient area of ​​a private house, there are more opportunities for translating ideas.In houses made of log houses with load-bearing log or block beams, there is no need for their disguise, it will be enough to finish in the form of sanding or painting.

On the picture Chalet-style country house. Finishing and filling are made of natural materials.

The interior of the cottage or country house with a high sloping ceiling will adorn a voluminous structure made of wooden beams, repeating the roofing structure.

In country houses and baths, natural wood trim will look the most harmonious, emphasizing the proximity of nature.

Decorating the attic with beams, you can create your own nook, from which you get a cozy bedroom or a place to relax.

The bathhouse will also radiate the warmth and comfort of a real Russian bathhouse, it is enough to sand off the supporting or decorative beams and coat it with special paint or varnish.

Suitable styles

Loft

Loft style is characterized by minimal or complete lack of decorative trim. If the room has metal, concrete or wooden ceiling beams, then they should definitely be left. In their absence, false beams will help, which can also adjust the space.

Provence

The interior in the Provence style is done in light pastel colors and mainly from natural materials. Wooden beams can be painted in one of these shades or have the original color and texture of wood. Artificially aged pieces of furniture and decoration are characteristic of this trend.

On the picture kitchen in olive color in provence style. Ceiling finish in the same color with the effect of aging.

Country

Country style is hard to imagine without wooden beams. The spacious room will be decorated with complex structures made of timber, in a small room there will be enough simple wooden boards in the right direction.

Scandinavian

The Scandinavian-style interior has a light, most often white color scheme. Materials for decorating and filling the room use natural ones, such as wood or stone. The interior will harmoniously look ceiling beams made of bleached wood.

Modern

The ceiling in a modern style can be decorated with beams made of wood, metal or drywall. The layout can be simple or make up a complex geometric shape. The design will be complemented by stylish lamps, LED strip or spotlights.

Classical

The interior in a classic style will be decorated with smooth wooden or plaster beams. Masonry cross to cross will look harmonious.

Chalet and Rustic

The chalet and rustic style are characterized by the cozy atmosphere of an alpine house. Wooden ceiling beams do not have to be painted; the original color, texture and pattern of wood will be most welcome. In such a design, it is appropriate to use lamps with warm light, emphasizing the comfort and warmth of the interior.

On the picture attic in chalet style. The decoration is completely made of wood.

Lighting and backlight

Different types of lighting will have completely different results. Spotlights can be mounted in rails or between them in the ceiling.

To complex volumetric structures, mobile lamps can be mounted directly to the beams and change their position if necessary.

The chandelier should reflect the general stylistic idea, for example, in a country-style room, it can be a low forged chandelier, and in the interior Provence is neat with several textile shades.

An unusual effect is created by the LED strip, recessing it in the side of the beam creates a feeling of soaring in the air.

Do it yourself

Before proceeding with the repair, it is necessary to determine the size of the beams and the distance between them. The distance between the beams depends on the area and height of the room.

• In a room with high ceilings, it is permissible to place the beams close to each other, so the room will seem a little lower.
• Accordingly, in a small room, ceiling beams are best secured at a sufficient distance.
• The length of the beams depends on the desire to decorate the room along the entire length or to select only a part.

One of the easiest ways to build ceiling beams is to make them from polystyrene foam.

1. Foam sheets are cut to the desired size and glued together into a bar.
2. Then they can be glued with a film with imitation of wood or plastic and fixed to the ceiling. Installation is quick and effortless.

How to attach beams to the ceiling

Each material has a different weight and properties, respectively, the fastening is also different.

• Before starting work, it is necessary to reproduce the marks on the ceiling where future crossbars will be fixed.
• Liquid foam nails are sufficient for foam beams.
• To be sure of the result, the ceiling can be primed.

Wooden decorative beams are fixed using bars that are attached to the ceiling at a distance of 1 meter. The wooden false beam is fixed on the screws on top of the bars.

On the picture installation scheme of wooden and polyurethane beams.

Photo gallery

Ceiling decoration is an important detail in the interior. Ceiling structures are a good way to give design a personality and character. In an apartment with a modern style, the ceiling can be made of plastic or metal; in a modern and provincial design, a natural tree will harmoniously look. Below are photos of examples of the use of beams on the ceiling in rooms for various functional purposes.