October 22, 2024
The lucky owners of an attic can afford to make an additional room out of this space. And this is right, because such a large area should not be idle. The attic can be turned into a study, a recreation room or an additional bedroom. With the right and stylish decoration, this room can sparkle with new colors.
Particular attention should be paid to attic ceilings. When choosing finishing materials for the arrangement of the attic, it is necessary to carefully ensure that they are moisture-resistant, environmentally friendly and do not emit unpleasant odors. Let's consider several options for how to choose the right attic ceiling design.
Advantages of a stretch ceiling
A stretch ceiling is safe. It is non-toxic and does not emit strong odors. In addition, it does not absorb foreign odors and moisture. Also, dust does not accumulate on the stretch ceiling and it is not subject to combustion; A stretch ceiling is incredibly durable.
It can last up to 15 years; Installation of a stretch ceiling is very fast.
If you entrust the matter to professionals, the installation will take a little time.
Disadvantages of a stretch ceiling
A stretch ceiling is afraid of sharp objects. For example, if you want to make a billiard room in the attic, then one unsuccessful movement of the cue can tear the surface of the ceiling; Stretch ceilings do not tolerate temperature changes. In a situation where the attic is poorly insulated, deformation of the coating is possible.
Painted beams
Another way to finish the ceiling in the attic is painted beams. The structural elements of the roof are not sheathed, but remain visible and decorated. Such beams can be painted to match the furniture, or wallpaper, or even curtains. They can also be pasted over with wallpaper, for example, waterproof. By the way, waterproof wallpaper is best suited for the attic. First of all, you need to pay attention to the quality of the roof.
Before starting work, it is necessary to insulate the roof. Since the ceiling can leak or be blown through. Special overlays are often applied to ceiling beams. And all because beams are very difficult to decorate. With the help of designer processing, beams can be given an antique look. It looks very stylish and elegant. Beams can be painted with special paint and decorated with red or black wood. If you do not want to use wooden beams, you can decorate the ceiling with polyurethane beams. Their only drawback is that they are artificial. In all other respects, polyurethane beams are much more convenient and economical than wooden ones.
Dividing the ceiling with plasterboard
Plasterboard is an excellent material for finishing attic ceilings. But, it is important to remember that plasterboard finishing is suitable for rooms with a ceiling height of more than 300 cm. If the ceilings in the attic are high, then you can build a ceiling in several levels. Plasterboard is an incredibly versatile material that allows the designer to show his imagination. When installing plasterboard, it is possible to use different types of lighting. Moreover, both large chandeliers and small lamps located along the perimeter of the attic are suitable for such a room. It is recommended to use moisture-resistant plasterboard for the attic. It has an unusual green color. Such plasterboard is an organic material, since it does not have any synthetic impurities. The main advantage of such plasterboard is its safety for human health. Another big plus of a plasterboard ceiling is increased sound insulation and fire resistance. And it is much easier and cheaper to install such a ceiling than a stretch ceiling.
The only drawback of a plasterboard ceiling is its low water resistance. With heavy precipitation, depressurization may occur and the ceiling will have to be reinstalled.
Stretch ceiling
A stretch covering will be an excellent design solution for the attic. After all, elastic fabric or film provides a seamless coating of the entire surface. At the same time, the ceiling looks very beautiful and stylish. The advantage of such ceilings is that they can be stretched both on a flat surface and in a room with inclined surfaces. Stretch ceilings can withstand heavy loads. Therefore, you do not have to worry about the furniture that is in the attic. Even in the event of flooding, the stretch ceiling will take the first blow of water.