Ceiling design in the kitchen

The ceiling in the kitchen - it would seem, what have the design? Whitewashing as the only design option for the ceiling is still firmly seated in the heads of many, significantly limiting their ability to make their kitchen even more attractive, spacious or cozy. A variety of materials for ceilings can organically complement the premises of any style, as well as significantly simplify and speed up the repair process.

Modern designers always pay special attention to ceilings in the room, because it’s not just a surface with a chandelier or a lamp. The choice of color, material, texture of the ceiling, its level, lighting design - these are just some of the points that need to be considered when designing the ceiling. Taking into account the amount of time a modern resident spends in the kitchen, the ceiling should not tire, put pressure on the apartment owners and their guests, the lighting on the ceiling should provide a uniform pleasant light, and harmoniously complement the design of the room.This applies especially to the combined kitchen with a dining room or living room, when comfort and pleasant emotions from being in the room are especially important.

First of all, the ceiling materials must meet the requirements of safety and high operational durability:

• incombustibility Kitchen - a room with a high temperature from the oven and stove. In the case of a gas stove, we deal with open fire, and on an electric stove, fire can also arise, for example, from spilled oil. To prevent the fire from spreading over the ceiling in case of fire, the ceiling materials must be non-combustible or impregnated with a special fire fighting compound;
• moisture resistance. The increased humidity in the kitchen is primarily due to steam rising to the ceiling during cooking or stewing.A significant part of the steam, and under pressure, is formed from a boiling kettle. Even with the existing hood, the ceiling is exposed to water vapor. Therefore, ceiling structures must be water resistant;
• environmental friendliness. Some modern materials that have proven themselves in use are toxic. This applies, for example, to asbestos or formaldehyde. Ideally, in terms of environmental friendliness, use natural materials - wood, fabric, etc. However, the materials of the ceilings now have strict requirements for the valuation of harmful substances. Therefore, buying high-quality plastic or drywall for ceiling structures, you can not worry about your health;
• ease of care for the ceiling. If the kitchen has low ceilings, then they are quickly contaminated with soot, oil stains and grease. Some ceilings can be simply wiped with a damp cloth or dirt can be removed with a kitchen cleaner. And the dirt on the whitewashed ceiling, for example, can be removed only by repeated whitewashing (and even then not always);
• easy installation of structures. This requirement is particularly relevant for those who decide to independently design their own ceiling.For example, stretch two-level ceilings can not be made without a pre-installed frame, and ceiling tiles are easily glued only with special glue. If you are not confident in your abilities, it is better to invite the ceiling installation wizard so as not to waste time and materials for the sake of a dubious result.

The market of building materials is filled with ceilings of various options - from budget to exotic, of any color, texture and cost. Consider the basic materials for ceilings in the kitchen:

• paint for ceilings. Something the process of painting ceilings like whitewashing. The only difference is that modern acrylic paints for ceilings can be tinted in any color, and the dust from it will be much less than after whitewashing. However, painting and whitewashing of the ceilings is a laborious and dirty business. The undoubted advantage of such materials is only cheap.

• drywall. Plastic and durable gypsum sheets are widely used as a material for ceilings, as they allow you to create structures of any complexity. Curved two-level ceilings are built precisely of them. Drywall has a smooth surface that allows for minimal plastering (plastering only the joints of gypsum plasterboard) and low weight, which is also important when installing ceilings. Another advantage of such ceilings is the ability to hide all ceiling wiring and other communications under it. But for the installation of drywall ceilings requires a certain skill, so it is preferable to entrust this business to the master.

• stretch ceiling. Especially strong PVC film is heated by an industrial burner, expands and is fixed in frames installed along the perimeter of the ceiling. Stretch ceilings appeared on the market a couple of decades ago, and today have become one of the most popular ceiling options in small apartments. This popularity is due to the quick installation of the ceiling (the process takes only a few hours), beautiful appearance, variety of colors and options for the ceiling.

• ceiling tile. Perhaps one of the most cost-effective design options for the ceiling in the kitchen. It is a foam panel with different patterns, which are simply glued to the ceiling with glue. In this case, the ceiling can not be plastered in advance - the tile can disguise unevenness on it. In addition to low cost and ease of installation tile is moisture resistant. The most important thing in the design of the ceiling in this way - to monitor the level of flatness and the absence of gaps, which will be very noticeable on the finished ceiling;

• modular (cassette) designs. TThis way ceilings in public spaces and offices are often made. After all, under this design, you can remove all industrial communications, and if you need access to them, only lift one or more tiles.This version of the design of ceilings is practical and durable. Such a ceiling would be particularly appropriate in a high-tech or minimalist apartment. However, deciding to install a modular ceiling in your home, you must remember that its installation "eats" 10-15 cm in height of the kitchen;

• wooden tiles. The most eco-friendly ceiling material. However, a fully wooden ceiling of boards or tiles is unlikely to adequately complement the room, unless it is made in the style of a chalet. But the combination of, for example, painted monochromatic ceiling with installed wooden beams will look very harmonious. When using natural materials should show moderation.

If you are not the happy owner of a kitchen with a height of 3 meters, then when choosing a ceiling design, you need to take into account some points:

• in kitchens with a low ceiling, it is undesirable to install ceilings that imply a decrease in the height of the room at the installation stage (plasterboard, stretch and modular);
• the color of the ceiling can be chosen only from a light color range (ivory, light gray,pastel shades of blue, green, yellow). Dark and bright color of the ceiling significantly reduces the height of the room;
• Visually raise the ceiling can wallpaper with a vertical stripe or pattern. Their color should also be in harmony with the color of the ceiling. Ideally, walls and ceilings should be made in the same color, or in complementary colors of the same intensity;
• instead of hanging chandeliers on low ceilings, it would be appropriate to arrange a series of spotlights. They will give a more uniform lighting, while not hiding a single centimeter, as it would have been a hanging lamp or chandelier;
• the use of suspended ceilings with imitation of stained glass in the middle can be quite original. The built-in niche with illumination serves both as a source of central illumination and central decoration of the kitchen ceiling. It does not create the illusion of low ceilings.

In a private house or apartment with high ceilings, there is much more opportunity to show imagination when choosing a ceiling. Everything is limited only by the possibilities of the budget.

With high ceilings, it is possible to construct multi-tiered ceiling structures.Niches are created with illuminations that enchant with a soft glow.

Cathedral ceilings give the room solemnity and severity.

If too high ceilings in a house or apartment make you feel uncomfortable, then the best option is a ceiling with wooden beams. They will significantly reduce the height of the room and give it originality.

In the "Khrushchev" area up to 9 sq.m. their small size can be considered as an advantage: it takes less time to whitewash or paint the ceiling, building materials also need a smaller amount. Often, as the ceiling is used the same wallpaper as for the walls in the kitchen. This is especially characteristic for plain wallpaper. And, of course, we must not forget about the general rule for the design of small rooms - more light shades and less bright contrast spots.

Let us give some examples of design works made in the spirit of modern trends in ceiling design.

This year's loft style remains popular. The ceiling is finished like walls, plaster or concrete.A distinctive feature - the presence of pendant lamps and open wiring on the ceiling.

The main color of the year 2017 is green. It is appropriate in the ceilings in the kitchen, because it contributes to appetite. But you need to use it wisely, since it is quite an active color.