Bathroom refers to the type of room in which difficult operating conditions. In addition, it is always necessary to maintain perfect cleanliness. In this regard, it is important to show maximum attention when choosing finishing materials. And since this room has a high level of humidity, an aluminum ceiling in the bathroom will be the best option for decorating the interior. The main advantages of this material include good moisture resistance and the fact that it is completely safe for humans.
Consider a few more advantages of such a modern solution that can create a magnificent view. And besides this, we will touch upon a number of features, and also consider what varieties of such a ceiling exist.
Aluminum in the interior of the bathroom
The assortment of most stores allows you to give the bathroom interior an exclusively original look that will appeal to every person. It offers consumers a wide selection of suspended ceilings of different colors and textures. There are even mirror designs. This is not only a functional, but also a stylish, simple solution that is unlikely to leave anyone indifferent.
In addition, the use of aluminum fully meets all the requirements that apply to the decoration of the ceiling of a bathroom:
- Execution of technological functions.
- A harmonious combination of beauty with technological design.
- The ceiling must be durable, environmentally friendly, and also withstand the effects of most external factors.
All these requirements are quite strict in nature, and for this reason not every material meets the given conditions. But, as can be seen from the photo, the aluminum ceiling in the bathroom, in turn, fully complies with all these requirements. In not the simplest conditions that are inherent in the bathroom, the coating does not lose its quality and performance characteristics.
As a rule, the humidity level in such a room can reach up to 90%, and the temperature can reach a critical point. As a result of this combination of heat and a large amount of moisture, ideal conditions are created for the multiplication and development of numerous fungi, including mold.
That is why it is not recommended to use drywall or wood in the decoration of bathrooms. Otherwise, such a coating begins to deform over time, which only spoils the appearance of the interior. Of course, you can use plastic panels, which also resist the effects of high humidity. However, this option, according to most owners of apartments or private real estate, is noticeably inferior to aluminum structures in terms of aesthetics.
Benefits That are Hard to Challenge
The ceiling in the bathroom made of aluminum panels has significant advantages, which, in fact, is due to the wide popularity among many residents of apartments and private houses. Regardless of the type of structure (and we will definitely consider them, but a little later), we can highlight the general advantages of the aluminum coating for the ceiling:
- And since it comes to a room where there is always a high level of humidity, the main advantage is moisture resistance. Under the influence of steam or moisture, the ceiling of such a material does not deteriorate.
- Durability - with proper installation of the aluminum structure, it can last for more than one decade. At least until the need arises to repair the entire room.
- Easy maintenance - all that is required is to wipe the ceiling with a damp cloth, removing dust accumulated during use. Severe contamination can be dealt with with any non-abrasive detergent.
- Due to the variety of shapes and shades of aluminum structures, you can choose a suitable option for your bathroom interior that will appeal to you.
- Aluminum is a lightweight material and therefore there is no need to build a complex and heavy skeleton.
- In addition, the metal itself is absolutely clean from an environmental point of view, and therefore the ceiling is devoid of various harmful impurities. It is also not combustible.
- The suspended ceiling in the bathroom made of aluminum panels, in addition to functionality, performs aesthetic tasks. Under it, you can hide the draft ceiling, wires, ventilation.
- Accessibility - this option costs an order of magnitude cheaper if we compare with tension and drywall analogues.
- Ease of installation and dismantling - you can cope with the work yourself, without outside help.
At the same time, there are a number of shortcomings, but not many of them. And the main minus is a decrease in the height of the walls of the room. However, this applies to any suspension type design. If only one part of the coating is damaged, it cannot be replaced; it is necessary to partially dismantle the ceiling.
Nevertheless, despite such unobvious drawbacks, they are largely covered by the obvious advantages of an aluminum suspension structure.
Varieties of aluminum ceiling
Now it's time to get acquainted with the main types of aluminum ceiling. Modern aluminum ceilings are made mainly of two types:
There is also a separate variant, referred to as a special design.
Cassette Ceilings
The main elements of the suspended aluminum ceiling in the bathtub are special square or rectangular modules. Depending on the design, the surface can be corrugated or smooth - as you like. But in addition to this, it is possible to apply a textured pattern with which the ceiling in the bathroom will look more original.
By type of installation, such ceilings can also be divided into two subspecies:
An open structure is formed from a T-shaped profile. The finished frame is a network of cells, the size of which is comparable to the dimensions of the panels. The plates themselves are inserted into the cells and abut against the horizontal shelves of the profile in such a way that some part of it remains open. In this regard, the profile for such a system is selected with a decorative coating, so as not to spoil the whole picture of the interior.
In closed ceilings, cassettes are attached to the aluminum profile from below. It also requires a frame that is pre-mounted before installing the panels. As fasteners, special clip-on clips act here. As a result, the modules are located close to each other, so much so that they form a continuous solid surface.
Rack coatings
Cassette suspended structures are relevant mainly in bathrooms with a large area. Aluminum rack ceilings for the bathroom are the most common analogue in relation to small-sized rooms. In this case, the length of the elements varies in the range of 1.5-3 meters. Due to such wide popularity, there are many manufacturers, which in turn has a positive effect on updating the assortment of this type of product.
There are also two kinds of systems here:
In a ceiling design of a closed type, the rails are not mounted closely, but at a small distance from each other. The result is cracks that can be left intact to ventilate the ceiling. Otherwise, if someone does not like this kind, they can be closed with decorative trims. At the same time, they can be in tone with the main panels or have a different color, the main thing is to maintain harmony with the overall interior design.
The aluminum ceiling in a closed bathroom is formed of battens, which on one side have a special “shelf” that covers the connection with the adjacent element.
Special design
Such ceiling coverings can rarely be found on sale, since they are usually made on an individual order in accordance with the needs of a particular consumer.
A similar design solution is assembled from racks of various shapes:
- U-shaped - if you look from the end, you can see a rectangle or square.
- V-shaped - from the end part it looks like the Latin letter V.
- Plate-like elements are a special kind of decorative modules in the form of curved plates. The fastening of such rails is made vertically.
Such ceiling coverings have a pronounced relief and are an actual solution for bathrooms, mainly large. For many professional designers, this is a good toolkit for creating a unique image tailored to the individual needs of customers.
Design features of the aluminum ceiling in the bathroom
Every professional in the construction industry is well aware that the technological and structural properties of aluminum are at a high level. And any of us, ordinary consumers, knows that aluminum is a light metal. Such quality, in fact, is due to the ease of installation of the ceiling coating. And due to the high strength characteristics, the coating is sufficiently strong and stable.
Due to the same lightness of the material, each owner of an apartment or a private house is able to realize his plan almost alone. Although, with the support of friends and relatives, all work will be more fruitful and faster. But the huge popularity of aluminum ceiling coatings is due to the easy dismantling, which every home craftsman can afford.
Preparatory stage
Installation of an aluminum ceiling involves several stages, among which there is a certain preparation. First you need to carry out all the necessary measurements. This will allow you to determine the number of rails and other necessary elements.
The total length of the supporting profile for creating an aluminum ceiling in the bathroom should be equal to the perimeter of the room. The number of stringers (carrier tires) is determined as follows - they are attached to the base surface of the ceiling with a pitch of 1200 mm. Moreover, these elements are perpendicular to the rails. To mount the ceiling tires, suspensions are needed, the number of which depends on the total length of the stringers.
As for the number of slats, their number is selected depending on the area of the bathroom. If the design is open, accordingly, the step of the strips is taken into account. To install a closed system, it is enough to divide the total area of the room into the area of one element, rounding the result to an integer.
Toolkit for work
In the installation of the aluminum ceiling can not do without the use of some tools. For such work, you may usually need:
- drill;
- building level or spirit level (laser or bubble);
- scissors and a hacksaw for metal;
- screwdriver or screwdriver;
- pliers;
- tape measure, pencil.
As for the materials themselves, these are the rails themselves, suspensions, holders, guide profiles. For a closed system, inter-slit inserts will be needed. In addition, fasteners in the form of dowels and screws are needed.
Mounting technology
Now, in fact, the step-by-step process of creating a suspended aluminum rack ceiling in the bathroom.
This procedure, in turn, consists of several main stages:
- Installation of guides.
- Suspension Mount
- Mounting mounting tires.
- Installation of rails.
The guides are mounted around the perimeter of the room, for which it is necessary to first mark the place of the new ceiling. That is, 50-60 mm should be retreated from the black surface and a mark should be made along the entire perimeter, drawing a straight line.
For suspensions, it is also necessary to mark the places of their installation. The first mark should be located 350-400 mm from the wall surface. Then - in increments of 1 meter. The suspensions are fastened with screws with dowels, and the accuracy is checked by the level.
Ideally, the distance between the stringers (carrier tires) should not exceed 1000 mm. With respect to the rails, the traverses are mounted perpendicularly in line with the guide profile, which should already be in place - around the perimeter. The tires are fastened to the suspensions with a screwdriver or screwdriver, as you like. At this stage, you should be extremely careful to avoid even the smallest mistakes. The quality of the future ceiling directly depends on this.
From each rail it is necessary to remove the protective film, and then cut off according to the size of the bathroom. Further manipulations are already easy to carry out - you should insert them into the guides and snap along the length of the clamps. If a closed structure is formed, it is necessary to ensure that the elements are located close to each other, excluding gaps and crevices. Tire height can be adjusted if necessary during operation. If they are mounted on the ceiling, then this is done by changing the screwing depth of the screws, otherwise through adjustable suspensions.
At the very last stage of the installation of the aluminum ceiling in the bathroom, a decorative baseboard should be installed. In his absence, the interior of the bathroom will seem incomplete. Well, after that you can clean up the room, sweeping away all the garbage and tidying up the tools. This completes the installation of the ceiling - it remains to evaluate the result.