More recently, studio apartments have come into the interior fashion. They represent a reasonable combination of space and clear visual zoning. Therefore, various arches have become an integral part of creating an attractive interior.
Initially, the arch was erected as a ceiling for deaf and through openings in the walls. Also, this design was used to create a lateral thrust. But modern designers look at old designs in a new way, and it is not surprising that previously functional arches have turned into a decorative element of a modern interior.
Decorating an arch in various ways
You are incredibly lucky if the house already has an arch. In this case, you can immediately proceed to decorate it. If you are only planning to construct an arch, be sure to seek help from specialists.
So, we will consider several options for finishing arches, which you can implement yourself. There are several options, from the simplest and most economical, to the most complicated and requiring the investment of certain funds.
Materials that you may need when performing work:
- Wallpaper.
- Decorative plaster.
- Artificial or natural stone.
- Ink stencil.
- Lining of precious wood.
- Mirror tile
- Mosaic
- Stucco molding
- Molding or polyurethane.
Each of the above materials is quite easy to use. And its processing does not require special skills. To complete the arches, it is enough to determine the material, purchase it in the required volume and prepare the tools.
Wallpapering
One of the easiest and most economical ways to frame an arch is wallpapering. This method is available to absolutely everyone. You can use color, textured, vibrant panels with an original print. Joy, comfort and fun will always reign in a house with a neutral shade of walls and, covered in bright and funny paintings, the walls of the arch.
The main task is to choose the right color scheme, which will surely resonate with other interior accents of the apartment. If there are several arches in the house, the designers propose to paste them with contrasting canvases that would be combined with each other.
This decoration method is quite simple. It is enough to follow the recommendations regarding gluing a certain type of trellis that you have chosen. On each roll, this information is always indicated.
Surplus experts recommend cutting a breadboard knife. The cloth is recommended to be cut only when the glue dries well. A flexible profile made of plastic can protect the ends of the arch.
Cork for a decor of openings
The modern construction market is full of proposals for the use of natural materials in the interior. Each person chooses a finishing material, guided by certain selection criteria. If naturalness and environmental cleanliness are important to you, it is better to choose a cork. This material can be found both in the form of rolls and panels. To frame the arch, it is better to choose a roll. An analogue can also serve as cork wallpaper on a self-adhesive basis. If one is missing, use acrylic adhesive.
Important! If your house has high humidity, it is better to buy a cork treated with wax. You can also varnish the surface yourself. This will prevent the cork from absorbing excess moisture.
It is necessary to glue material on a previously prepared surface. It must be well puttied, leveled and dried. Cork must be glued to the wall in the same way as wallpaper.
Wood trim or stone finish
Stone and wood have always been held in high esteem. These materials can be used to frame arches. Ideally, stone or precious wood finishes are suitable for classic and eco-friendly interiors.
The advantage of using natural or artificial stone is the ability to refine the surface of any area and shape. You can refine a semicircular, rectangular or asymmetric opening. The cost of such finishes can be significantly reduced if artificial stone is not used. Visually, they practically do not differ from each other. In addition, a cheaper analogue is characterized by high rates of wear resistance.
Working with wood requires more work and effort. After all, not all carpentry workshops can work with bent wood, so the services of such a master will cost you a pretty penny.
Before proceeding to frame the arches with your own hands, you must carefully prepare the surface. It should be smooth and symmetrical about the axis. Remember that errors that are not corrected at the beginning of the work will always be noticeable. And their correction in the future may take a lot of effort, time and financial investment.
The use of polyurethane elements and moldings
Stucco molding from foam or gypsum, moldings from polyurethane can gracefully decorate the opening. But when you frame the arch with these decorative elements, you must be extremely careful. After all, such a decor can be used if the interior of the apartment is designed in the Rococo, Baroque, Biedermeier style.
Ready-made stucco moldings for framing arches can be purchased at hardware stores. It is enough to choose and place baguettes, moldings, sockets and friezes on the surface. It’s easy to stick, putty and paint such elements even for a novice builder. Many believe that the stucco decor must be in white. But this is not so. You can dream up and choose a more suitable shade for your design. At the same time, remember that in classic interiors such elements painted in bronze (with the effect of antiquity), silver or gold color look noble.
To create such beauty with your own hands is quite simple. If your muse suddenly leaves you, you can use the photo frames of arches from decoration magazines for inspiration.
Film - a simple and cheap finishing material
Self-adhesive polymer film can be used to frame the arches. But at the same time, the arch should be made of drywall. Such a film is often embossed, and is characterized by high wear resistance. This material is not afraid of high humidity, sunlight, temperature fluctuations. Laminated surface does not deform for a long time, is not whimsical to care for, easy to operate.
Decorative plaster and painting
Decorative plastering is another easy way to frame door arches. It is enough to purchase the material and apply it in the desired sequence. Often, spatulas of various shapes are used for this. After the surface is painted a suitable shade.
In addition, do not forget that framing the arch in the apartment can be extremely simple. It is enough to smooth the surface and paint it with the desired color.
Output
The modern interior is often associated with large rooms, which are connected to each other by an arch. Framing these decorative elements is an easy way to transform your home. There are many finishes available. Some are simple to execute, but with the embodiment in life of others, you should work hard and make a lot of effort. The main thing is to decide on the desired goal, and you will succeed!