Each stage of repair work is painstakingly and with all responsibility, because repair is a serious process. The design of the ceiling is not the last in the implementation of surface finishes. Recently, surface design with wallpaper for the ceiling has become popular, and this is very justified.
Why does the buyer prefer the ceiling wallpaper
The modern building materials market is full of all kinds of coatings for any surface. Therefore, surface finishing is not a problem today, the main thing is to choose a tool that is suitable for your type of budget and operational characteristics.
What are the benefits of ceiling wallpaper?
A number of advantages inherent in ceiling wallpaper include:
- low cost, due to which it is possible to significantly save the repair budget;
- for the work does not require purely professional knowledge or the proper organization of the process of pasting the ceiling with wallpaper, and it usually takes a little time to carry out the gluing;
- perfectly emphasize interior design, entering into a single ensemble with a wall covering;
- for gluing the surface with wallpaper for high ceilings it is not necessary to involve the workers - only one person can cope with this occupation;
- after gluing, there is not much debris and dust left, in comparison with other alternative methods of finishing the ceiling surface;
- long service life - from 5 to 15 years, which depends on the choice of source material;
- a variety of colors, textures, structures that are easy to pick up and adapt to the style of the interior;
- the possibility of painting wallpaper for the ceiling and changing the shade depending on the need;
- ceiling decoration in no way affects the height of the room.
What to consider before wallpapering
Whatever type of finish you would choose, get ready for possible difficulties. Although this occupation does not require professional skills, sticking wallpaper on the ceiling is a difficult and not very convenient occupation. With poor-quality work, ugly seams can form at the joints of the canvases. To avoid such a problem, follow simple guidelines.
Remember that thin paper wallpapers are glued with an overlap from a light source, for example, from a window. Dense (vinyl or non-woven) wallpaper - a joint in joint with maximum connection and alignment of the edges.
Sometimes disappointment comes with sunset, when all the errors that you did not notice during the work, for example, unpainted areas, are clearly visible.
Before you finally decide on the choice of finishes for the ceiling, weigh the pros and cons, choose which type of wallpaper to apply to the surface. And believe them, not a few.
Range
When choosing a coating, try not to get lost in the variety of material. Get acquainted with the main and most popular types of wallpaper and decide for yourself which wallpaper to choose for the ceiling.
Paper based
The most common, because it is a budget, but at the same time short-lived option. If you are not a fan of repair “for centuries”, then a paper version will also be suitable as a temporary finish. Such wallpapers last up to 5 years, while the ceiling will look fresh and aesthetically pleasing. Products from a domestic manufacturer are widely distributed in the market. Mostly, it is white paper wallpaper with a smooth surface or cramped texture. There are also glossy wallpapers for the ceiling with a more pronounced decorative effect.
There are some disadvantages of such a coating:
- the need for spreading the glue with the glue delays the process;
- narrow range of use: living room, children's room, hallway, bedroom due to the high absorption of moisture and the negative impact on other external factors;
- dry surface cleaning only;
- high level of dust absorption and other contaminants.
But along with the disadvantages, a number of advantages of this type of material come up:
- low price;
- environmentally friendly composition;
- lack of harmful impurities;
- hypoallergenicity.
Textile wallpaper
The use of this type of coating for the ceiling is an excellent solution. Textile wallpapers have a much greater number of positive differences compared to paper canvases. Joints between sheets are less noticeable due to the special texture of the coating. The heat and sound insulation properties of textile wallpaper are higher, since the material is more dense. With these advantages, the disadvantages are completely absent, and this is another factor that makes this wallpaper for the ceiling is preferable to others.
A rough surface is in one case a plus, but a disadvantage arises from it related to the maintenance of the ceiling coating. Wallpapers of this kind tend to accumulate dust, odors and easily absorb dirt.
The liquid wallpaper
It is required to finish a hard-to-reach surface with noticeable irregularities, then liquid wallpaper will suit you. This material fills the entire surface, hiding all possible imperfections.
It consists of a mixture of environmentally friendly components, including silk and gold fibers to give a special structure and adhesive plaster. The material insulates noise well and helps to keep the heat in the room.
Due to the peculiarities of applying glue when working with such a material, difficulties sometimes arise in decorating the ceiling. For many, the use of a special method of decorating the ceiling becomes a problem, requires some effort and the use of special equipment. How to glue liquid wallpaper on the ceiling? The same as conventional wall trellis, using the same technology.
Liquid wallpaper is extremely sensitive to moisture, so it is not suitable for all types of rooms. Also, in the care of the coating will have to abandon the wet cleaning of the surface.
Cullet
This coating option is used, suggesting further surface painting with a roller. Glass walls are characterized by such exceptional qualities:
- natural substances in the composition;
- excellent resistance to a variety of negative environmental phenomena;
- high strength;
- a variety of drawings, which helps to hide any ceiling defects.
Among the shortcomings of the material is the price, but even this, given the long service life, does not seem to be a problem.
Vinyl wallpapers
Vinyl wallpapers are non-woven or paper based. The only difference is the top foam layer of polyvinyl chloride. Thanks to this material, it is possible to bring novelty to the interior with the help of a variety of embossments and drawings. Particular attention is paid to wall murals for the ceiling.
Vinyl wallpapers are resistant to external damage, are characterized by increased strength and are ideal for leveling the surface.
Any product, even liquid, is suitable for cleaning the coating. The color of ceiling wallpaper is easy to change by simply repainting it. To do this, you will need a water-based paint and a roller with a long handle. This allows you to not paste over every change in the interior, but just repaint the wallpaper in a different color.
Non-woven wallpaper
This is the most popular wallpaper design for ceiling design. When working with non-woven fabric, forget about the difficulties with pasting that arise in a number of other cases. So that the coating adheres well to the ceiling surface, glue is applied only to the area to be glued. It is not necessary to apply the composition to the canvas, the material already provides a hundred percent reliable connection. This will allow you to move the roll to the desired location without any problems.
Any of the surface imperfections becomes invisible after gluing the wallpaper for the ceiling on the non-woven. Significant preparation is not required for this. If you have already done home repairs, then you know how to glue wallpaper. Tapestries are glued to the ceiling in a similar pattern. And this will require special glue, a roller and a spatula.
This type of wallpaper lasts a long time and does not fade during operation, is excellent for painting and retains its freshness up to 10 years.
What to consider when pasting wallpaper
Remember that wallpaper for painting has a number of advantages compared to other types of coatings, and when working with such a finishing material, it is worth considering some factors:
- paint only emphasizes the disadvantages of the ceiling coating, because pasting the wallpaper on the ceiling and further tinting is a popular option for finishing the surface of the ceiling;
- the use of trellis for the ceiling allows you to create the illusion of several levels;
- this coating can withstand up to 10 repaints;
- after applying paint to seal the natural color, a special coating is applied, allowing the ceiling to maintain a fresh look for many years.
A few words in conclusion
Any type of wallpaper for the ceiling is a great option. Finishing with such a coating does not require special skills, specific training or a special set of tools. For pasting, a canvas, a spatula and glue will be required, and for painting - a water emulsion and a roller. Everything is simple with this, because even a novice in this business can cope with the decoration of the ceiling.
Now you know how to glue the wallpaper on the ceiling and how to choose the perfect coating for your ceiling. Particular attention is paid to the design of this surface, since it is he who sets the general style of the interior of the room, gives it uniqueness and comfort.