Stucco molding on the ceiling is a relief decorative decoration, an element of interior decoration of a room. It gives the interior decoration a unique and noble appearance.
Ceiling design
A huge selection of decorative elements makes it possible to create various original solutions. Decorative stucco is glued to the ceiling, for example, to make the installation of curtain rods for curtains and lighting devices invisible.
This method of decorating the ceiling space has been used for more than one hundred years - such decorations were once quite often found in estates and mansions of the nobility, and at the moment, such decor is mainly an element of the classic interior in large apartments and country houses.
The previously used geometric strict ornaments were replaced by floral motifs - stucco molding on the ceiling, the photo of which is presented in this article, provides for the creation of a feeling of originality and lightness. The decor looks even more stylish if it is processed with gilding.
Choosing elements to create your ideal interior, you need to decide on the material of its details. For example, stucco molding on the ceiling under a bulky chandelier in the form of a plaster rosette is considered a very advantageous element in the design of the space. It will emphasize the beauty of the lighting device itself, while hiding all traces of the installation.
It is worth noting that stucco molding on the ceiling with your own hands is done quite easily, which we will talk about later.
To begin with, it is worth considering that for effective work we will need a set of tools and certain materials.
Materials
At the moment, stucco molding can be performed using modern materials, as well as using classic materials used for a long time.
Traditional stucco molding on the ceiling provides for the use of soft stone, alabaster, as well as plaster, while modern decor elements are made of the following materials:
- expanded polystyrene, from which light and flexible profiles are obtained;
- glass composite;
- stucco molding from polyurethane to the ceiling is often used - elements from this dense material are very light, moisture resistant, durable, in addition, cracks do not appear on them;
- fiberglass.
Instruments
Stucco molding of the ceiling is carried out using the following devices and tools:
- sand paper;
- containers for mixing the solution;
- PVC molds;
- spatula, the width of which exceeds the shape parameter by five centimeters;
- special shapes that are made of steel and coated on top with teflon.
Mounting Materials
Based on the type of ceiling surface, to attach the necessary elements, either special glue, or liquid nails, or PVA glue (periodically and dowels) are used. Specialists prefer to use liquid nails, because they have excellent stucco molding, while undemanding to surfaces that connect. They hold glued parts perfectly, they are used in dry rooms, as well as in places with high humidity (kitchens, bathrooms, bathrooms).
After application, liquid nails seize stucco molding within thirty minutes, and in a day polymerization of adhesive solutions occurs.
Features of gypsum
From the name it is clear that the gypsum stucco on the ceiling is made of gypsum, which has a huge number of advantages, for example, durability, naturalness and environmental friendliness. It is resistant to fungi, does not emit toxic substances. Among the minuses can be called only fragility and relatively heavy weight. He is chosen brand G-7 or higher. The property of gypsum to expand after drying is convenient for making stucco moldings, since in this way small particles of material are able to penetrate into any holes of even a complex casting shape.
Types of plaster moldings
In the interior, such stucco can be found on the ceilings and on the walls. The range of such decor is very wide, and any of its varieties has a huge number of variations.
On the walls the stucco molding is represented by moldings, cornices, friezes, as well as individual compositions. Cornices are used to decorate the joints between the ceiling and walls, as well as to hide the seams between these planes. They are smooth, very simple, and may contain various curls and ornaments. Of course, the more complex the composition, the more expensive the cornice is.
Gypsum moldings are decorations for the upper area of the wall in the shape of a curved plank. They are somewhat similar to cornices, but mainly play a decorative role, combining with angular original elements, thereby creating a unique composition. In addition, moldings can decorate walls (this gives them a more expressive look).
Friezes for walls are decorative trims framing the perimeter of the wall. Basically, gypsum friezes are used when pasting a room with two types of wallpaper, often contrasting. In this case, such a wallpaper is shared by a frieze, which allows you to create a unique room design.
For exquisite interiors, exclusive gypsum compositions can also be created that will be the center point of the room. Such a pleasure is not cheap, because in this case the stucco molding is made to order, which means it has no analogues.
DIY plaster moldings on the ceiling
Classical alabaster or gypsum stucco on the ceiling is created in the following way:
- Alabaster or gypsum is kneaded to a powder state, all lumps that appear are removed, and then cold water is used to create a stucco mortar in a volume of 0.5-1 l until a state of thick kefir or sour cream is obtained.
- The prepared forms are filled with carefully mixed material, after which they are carefully tamped with a spatula to prevent the formation of various voids.
- As soon as the product hardens (this takes about fifteen minutes), it is removed from the mold, and the surface is cleaned with emery fine-grained paper. In this case, you can not use various heating devices, as cracks can appear on the stucco.
- Finished interior elements are glued to the surface with materials intended for installation, while the joints are cleaned with putty, which is cleaned after solidification.
- Upon request, the stucco is painted.
Creation of polystyrene and polyurethane stucco molding
Gypsum elements are the most difficult to manufacture, since stucco molding from polyurethane on the ceiling, like foam plastic, is produced by the manufacturers in finished form, and it only needs to be glued to the surface. It is worth noting that decorating with such materials is not inferior to the classic gypsum ceiling either in quality or visually.
Professionals recommend all the elements of creating stucco molding, regardless of where it will be (along the perimeter of the ceiling or in its center), to withstand in the room where the repair takes place, for about a day. This is necessary so that finished products can adapt to humidity and temperature in the room and do not change their parameters after installation.
At present, when designing a room, specialists often provide stucco molding on a stretch ceiling, which is installed directly under the canvas of this design. Immediately after mounting all the decor elements, you can paint them.
When choosing a finished ceiling plinth , it is possible to buy special adhesive solutions that are produced by manufacturers of stucco elements and their compounds. In addition, customers are offered a variety of materials to fill the resulting gaps.
The polymer stucco elements are coated with a glue solution, and then attached to their designated place on the ceiling. Once the glue dries, the foam products can be processed using water-based paints.
Repairs
The stucco molding on the ceiling needs periodic repair. The gypsum ornament is updated by applying linseed oil, white or oil paint with a specially designed brush.
If the relief is smeared, and there are many layers of various paints on the elements, the surface is thoroughly cleaned, the missing parts are restored, and the structure is also strengthened. If gypsum has become loose from time to time, then products are replaced with new ones made of various modern materials.