from natural and synthetic material

In a private house, especially a wooden one, there are much more possibilities for ceiling design than in apartments. This is due to the fact that, firstly, their height allows you to create any design, and secondly, the ceilings in such dwellings do not carry any loads. Therefore, they can be anything, and for their design, you can choose almost any building material. In this case, the ceiling in a wooden house can be made from both natural and synthetic material.

Preparing the ceiling in a wooden house for upholstery

Today, wooden houses are in great demand and have been awarded high recognition. This is due to a number of advantages of wooden structures, among which are the following:

• strength;
• environmental friendliness;
• beautiful appearance;
• large operational period;
• good heat and sound insulation.

Making the ceiling in a wooden house, you need to understand that the principle of its design is the same for any decoration. The ceiling is always mounted on the batten. In most cases, it is installed on the ceiling beams, which are erected from the beam. The size of the beam depends on the length of its span: the longer the span, the thicker you need to use the beam.

Whatever types of ceiling finishes are chosen, the installation process begins with antiseptic processing of the structures. Priming will need and decorative wooden surface, if any, will be selected to create an interior. If the base surface is the roof elements that have already been processed during the roofing process, it will be possible to proceed immediately to the next stage - the thermal insulation device.

Ceiling cladding in a wooden house is continuously connected with the need for its insulation. The sequence of this process is as follows: hydro, thermal, vapor barrier. Today in the market of building materials you can buy ready-made cake, which will contain all 3 layers. After the installation of insulation is over, you can go directly to the ceiling.

Finishing options for wooden ceilings

Wooden houses require a special design approach in interior design. Many experts in this field recommend not to change the wooden style and use natural finishing materials as decorative elements. It may be lining, boards, plywood, specially treated slats, etc.

But not everyone likes this design option. Many people prefer to use plastic or metal panels when facing the ceiling, to paint or to glue the surface with wallpaper.

The most popular materials for finishing wooden ceilings are:

• drywall;
• plastic panels;
• tension structures.

Drywall is a versatile facing material that is great for both walls and ceilings. This material has the following advantages:

• environmental cleanliness;
• perfectly flat surface;
• the possibility of painting or pasting with wallpaper, without disturbing natural ventilation in the house.

In order to guarantee the long service life of such a surface, it is recommended to install drywall on a suspended iron frame . In this case, the skin will not depend on the temporary deformations of the tree. Due to this, the ceiling in a wooden house will need only the most minimal repairs, which will need to be carried out every 3-6 years.

The most economical option is to finish the wooden ceiling with plastic panels. Such material can be purchased at any hardware store, it does not require additional processing, and its variety, both in color and in texture, is large enough, so that it will not be difficult for you to choose the best option for your home.

Stretch ceilings have recently become increasingly popular. Their distinctive feature is high resistance to moisture, ease of care, as well as the creation of the effect of a perfectly flat surface.

Their main advantages are:

• simple and quick installation;
• no excess debris and dirt;
• possibility of additional lighting ;
• increased strength;
• excellent noise and moisture insulation;
• do not absorb odors;
• hide any base defects;
• do not require additional care.

Types of ceilings made from natural materials

Ecologically clean and natural wood becomes more and more popular finishing material every year. Install a beautiful wooden ceiling with your own hands is quite simple. It will not take much time and effort, but the result will be able to exceed all your expectations. Today, wood trim ceiling is incredibly popular. Such structures are made not only in private houses with wooden floors, but also in apartments located in high-rise buildings.

The following types of ceilings are most popular:

• hemmed;
• suspended;
• from the wall panel;
• caisson .

The hemming ceiling is attached to the installed beams or to the special crate from below.

Direct attachment to beams is possible when the underside of the beams is placed in the same plane.

Otherwise, it is worth making the alignment with the wooden batten.

The suspended ceiling can be conveniently used in rooms with sufficient height. This type is mounted on special suspensions. Suspended structures have a large variety of design solutions. When creating them, natural wood, chipboard, fiberboard, MDF can be used.

The ceiling of the clapboard is constructed with the help of rabbeted boards, which have a groove on one side and a protrusion on the other, which allows them to be mounted using a tongue and groove technology.

Caisson structures are assembled from box cassettes and carved wooden beams. Caissons can be both square and round. They can be made in the form of stucco rosettes, decorated with ornament beams, polygonal recesses.

A variety of materials can be used in the design of wooden house ceilings: from simple wooden slats to stretch multi-level construction. The choice of one or another option depends entirely on your preferences.