A beautifully designed ceiling is an integral element of interior design and ceiling wallpaper is one of the most popular surface finishing methods. Today there are many types of ceiling finishes. The choice depends on the material possibilities and the organic entry into the design of the room. You can buy stylish chandeliers or lamps by ordering them through a Polish online store, or you can use the most affordable and popular type - wallpapering the ceiling. Due to modern technologies for the production of various types of wallpaper, the ceiling pasted over with ordinary wallpaper or wallpaper for painting will suit any style and design of the room.

Pasting the ceiling is a good solution, both for rooms with high ceilings and low ones. By combining different materials, you can divide the room into separate zones, which is especially important for one-room apartments. On the market, ceiling wallpapers are presented in four main types:

• Non-woven;
• Vinyl;
• Glass fiber;
• Liquid.

Non-woven
Vinyl
Glass fiber

Non-woven - have a dense base, thanks to which they are convenient to use for pasting surfaces, they are able to pass air, that is, they can "breathe". Due to their density, they hide small flaws, cracks, irregularities, are resistant to moisture, can be used in rooms with high humidity.

Glass fiber will attract attention with its natural composition: quartz sand, clay, limestone. The structure consists of interlacing of different thickness of glass fibers. Therefore, they can have a different pattern to suit any design. Glass fiber is strong enough, due to its structure, they will keep the surface in perfect condition, will not allow the appearance of defects. This is a very profitable material that can last up to 30 years, while it will withstand up to 20 repaints for any room design.

Liquid wallpaper on the ceiling is more like a kind of decorative plaster. Ideal for surface decoration where there are many corners, protrusions, for rooms with low ceilings.

Positive sides - they have a natural composition, they have high adhesion to the surface, they are able to accumulate heat, due to the natural composition they do not attract dust. If damage has occurred, then to recreate the original appearance of the surface, it is sufficient to replace only the damaged area. Negative - not suitable for rooms with high humidity. However, when treated with special preparations, they will be able to withstand moisture. Ceiling decoration with liquid wallpaper is shown in the photo.

Liquid wallpaper

Vinyl

They consist of two layers: the upper one is polyvinyl chloride, the lower one is paper or non-woven fabric. If the basis is non-woven, then in their characteristics they are similar to non-woven. Due to the top layer, moisture is well tolerated. The permissible moisture retention limit is determined by the thickness of the polyvinyl chloride.

Available in several types:

• Non-embossed foamed vinyl. They have an interesting appearance, due to the convex texture, they well hide the surface irregularities, but they do not have a high density;
• Made by hot stamping: the applied pattern looks like natural stones, textured plaster, heavy metals. They will hide the unevenness of the surface, while, due to their unusual appearance, they will emphasize the stylish design of the room;
• Flat vinyl, silk-screen printing - smooth, pleasant to the touch, suitable for perfectly flat surfaces;
• Chemical embossed: durable, chemical and UV resistant.

For the design of the room, you must choose the desired type of finishing material. The photo shows the main types of vinyl wallpaper.

Foamed
Embossed
Silkscreen
Chemical embossing

Wallpaper for painting

If a decision is made to paint the ceiling on the wallpaper, then you need to know which types are suitable for this. Usually, white wallpapers are chosen for painting, so that they can easily be given the desired color, while the presence of the embossed structure of the sheet will add sophistication to the interior design of the room.

Today, wallpapers that have an applied matte pattern are gaining popularity. The drawing can be made in any color and, by painting, the color of the painted surface will turn out to be not monotonous due to the color pattern.

Features of different types:

• Non-woven, vinyl and fiberglass wallpapers are suitable for painting, since they are resistant to moisture;
• Non-woven wallpaper can be used for construction and painting, so it is advisable to choose the appropriate type of material for painting;
• From vinyl wallpaper, it is better to take those based on non-woven. The best option for painting would be wallpaper made by foamed vinyl. They have a relief structure, most often of white color, while the sheet is smooth on the reverse side. Convenient to use and will give the desired design to the room;
• Glass fiber is produced with various structures, reliefs, ornaments. When staining, you can achieve interesting results. It is better to use water-based paint or latex paint. Due to the strong structure, they easily tolerate wet cleaning. Examples of painted glass wallpaper are shown in the photo.

Drawing a picture
Dyeing
Wallpaper for painting
Types of textures
Non-woven for coloring

Photo wallpaper and 3D

One of the most popular types of ceiling wallpaper is photo wallpaper. Due to the reality of the image, they can be chosen for any style of the room.

Wall murals are of the following types:

• Textile;
• Velor;
• Photowall-paper PVC;
• 3d wallpaper.

Textile wallpaper has a fabric or paper base. The top layer is pasted over with natural threads or silk, linen polypropylene fibers. Many different textures and patterns can be produced from such material. They are not afraid of moisture, they will look perfect on the ceiling in the kitchen.

Textile

Velor wallpaper is obtained by pasting the pattern with velor fibers. They are soft and pleasant to the touch, creating a more realistic effect. Moreover, they are non-moisture resistant, suitable for pasting living rooms, bedrooms, children's rooms. Design options in the photo.

Velor

PVC photomurals tolerate moisture well, therefore they are suitable for rooms with high humidity. Suitable for decorating kitchens, bathrooms.

PVC wallpaper

3d wallpaper has a three-dimensional look, it is a modern novelty that is gaining more and more popularity among consumers. With the help of 3d wallpaper, you can plunge into the world of unreal photo effects and get a charge of positive emotions.

3D wallpaper

Due to the volume, the 3d picture "comes to life", with the right choice of the picture, the space expands. For rooms with low ceilings, 3d wallpaper is an excellent solution. You can choose a 3d picture for any room design. The photo shows examples of design.

Surface preparation for pasting

Before starting pasting, you need to figure out how to glue wallpaper to the ceiling. First you need to clean and dry the surface, evaluate the horizontal position and the presence of defects. Based on this, it will be seen whether it is necessary to putty or whether it will be enough just to prime the surface. It will also depend on the choice of wallpaper, their density and properties to mask damaged areas of the ceiling. It is advisable to putty the surface if there are strong defects, or a large angle of inclination.

Depending on the previous design of the ceiling, it must be cleaned:

• If the surface has been whitewashed, it must be cleaned;
• If it is painted with paint, then you need to check it for strength: glue the sticky tape and tear it off sharply. There is paint on the tape - remove it completely from the surface;
• If there are old wallpapers, then you need to check them for the strength of adhesion to the ceiling surface. With a tight adhesion, new wallpapers can be glued on top of old ones, if this does not spoil the new color background.

Preparation for pasting

How to glue

When the surface is prepared, strips are cut to the required length. To do this, you need to measure the length of the ceiling and cut the strip slightly longer, by 2-3 cm, so that no gaps remain on the surface with possible shrinkage from the glue.

To control the evenness of gluing the strips, the surface must be marked. Make the markings according to the width of the strip, reducing it by 1-2 cm. Make such markings on both sides of the ceiling and pull the threads. Then it will be possible to control the gluing evenness.

Before gluing the wallpaper to the ceiling, dilute the glue according to the instructions. To make the joints invisible, the direction of the stripes should coincide with the rays of light penetrating the window, that is, you need to start gluing from the window to the opposite side.

When the glue is ready, grease the finished strips with it and fold it like an accordion with the glued side inward to prevent the glue from drying out. Start gluing from the central part of the ceiling. The strip is pressed against the wall, from the window and we move to the opposite wall, gradually straightening the strip folded like an accordion. When the ceiling is ready, cut off the excess part of the strips with a sharp knife. You can glue the surface with your own hands, while you need to have an assistant who will help hold the strip.

During work, it is recommended to turn off the electricity and close the windows so that there is no draft. Avoid drafts until the surface is completely dry. A little strength and patience and a stylish ceiling, which will complement the interior of the room, will be ready.

Sticking the first canvas
Combining canvases
Squeezing out air

Applying liquid wallpaper to the ceiling

Having figured out how to glue wallpaper to the ceiling, you need to figure out how to apply liquid wallpaper. The finished dry mixture of liquid wallpaper is diluted with water according to the instructions on the package, mixed. The consistency should resemble thick sour cream. Apply to the surface with a roller or plastic float. The thickness of the application depends on the microporous structure of the wallpaper, you should pay attention to the recommended thickness of the application on the packaging.

The application can be in one layer, 2-3 mm thick, or, to achieve a volumetric effect, it is applied with a thickness of 4-6 millimeters. With the help of embossed rollers, it will turn out to create a unique textured surface finish.

Application
Finishing
Finished ceiling

Applying the design of the ceiling with wallpaper in design solutions, you can achieve unique effects, and by painting the wallpaper, you can get a unique surface that ideally complements the interior of the room.

Photo gallery (49 photos)

The decorative design of the ceiling is a real art, combining knowledge of finishing materials and cladding technologies with excellent taste in choosing a stylistic solution. It would seem that there is nothing easier than sticking wallpaper on the ceiling: a photo with an exquisite design can be easily found on the Internet. However, it is not enough to find a sample you like; it is necessary to determine whether it suits the interior of a particular room. Let's dive into the variety of ceiling wallpapers and choose the best options.

Ceiling decoration, more suitable for wall decoration, is a slightly strange and even bold solution for a modern interior spoiled by creative ideas and graceful projects.

Photo of the dining room, where instead of the standard decoration there is a blooming garden

There are many options for finishing the ceiling area: from practical drywall structures located in two tiers to perfectly smooth stretch canvases. However, wallpapering remains popular for the following reasons:

• low material price;
• affordable cost of services for pasting;
• the ability to quickly update the ceiling;
• inexpensive repair.

If you urgently need to refresh the interior, then the wallpaper will help out: they can be glued both on the walls and on the ceiling. The work of professionals takes no more than one day, you can do it yourself in two.

In the time-consuming decoration of the ceiling, an assistant is needed

Another plus concerns the variety of design: a photo of interiors with matte and glossy, bright and pastel, neutral and contrasting wallpaper on the ceiling is better than any argument.

Luxurious floral theme in photo performance

Of course, there are restrictions on the use of some types in small spaces. For example, in a small kitchen with a wall height of 2.5 m, you cannot decorate the ceiling with dark, variegated or too colorful models - an already tiny room will resemble a cramped closet.

Kitchen-dining room with loft style elements

But in spacious living rooms, halls or bedrooms, there is an opportunity to embody the most fantastic projects, from budget to luxury ones.

Types of ceiling wallpaper

The choice of decorative design should not begin with the selection of color or texture, but with the definition of the type according to the material of manufacture. The range of offers is great: from inexpensive paper options to premium collections, in the manufacture of which bamboo, cotton, and natural silk are used. Custom-made decor is possible if you want to decorate the ceiling with a photo print or 3D volumetric image. More details - in the description for the photo.

Paper

The most accessible type of wallpaper from all the proposed ones. A great option for young families or owners of rented housing who have decided to quickly change the look of the dining room or studio, spending a minimum of family savings. Standard rolls are lightweight, that is, they are quite suitable for self-assembly.

Delicate pearlescent shine is able to visually "raise" the ceiling

This is one of the most environmentally friendly proposals, but there is a significant disadvantage - the inability to use paper cladding in rooms with high humidity. If you paste over the kitchen, not even a month will pass before the paper strips come off. Even a two-layer duplex that resists deformation when exposed to external factors will not withstand the hot steam that accompanies food preparation.

Striking design for dry environments

The paper decoration design is more reminiscent of traditional wall solutions: neutral colors, floral patterns, geometric images - circles, stripes, waves, light texture.

Non-woven

Homeowners who prefer to create interesting projects with their own hands are very fond of non-woven ceiling wallpapers. Everything about them is wonderful: from the combination of technical characteristics to stylish designs, ideal for decorating ceilings.

Bright blue drawing for the interior in the art nouveau style

The secret of users' love lies in the ease of installation. The basis of roll products is non-woven cellulose interlining, which allows you to stick pieces of wallpaper without preliminary preparation. It is enough to smear the ceiling with glue and press the cut fragment to the surface. The only difficulty that can arise is the need to adjust the image or pattern.

Textured wallpapers are often monochromatic, as in the following photo:

Combined two-color solution

Non-woven products are more expensive than paper ones, but this pays off with durability, strength and other characteristics. The colors do not fade and remain bright throughout the service. However, like paper, non-woven varieties are best used for decorating rooms where there is no high humidity and sudden temperature changes - that is, for a dining room, living room, hall.

Vinyl

Perhaps one of the best types specifically for decorating a kitchen because of its practicality. Vinyl models are often used to decorate walls, much less often for ceilings. In a dining room or studio with good ventilation to keep the air moderately dry, they are often used to highlight the dining area.

Decorative stripe from ceiling to wall

Vinyl is an artificial polymer that does not allow moisture to pass through, therefore, it perfectly tolerates wet cleaning. The dense coating is durable, elastic, does not fade even from direct sunlight. The substrate and decorative layer are treated with an antiseptic, so the appearance of mold on a beautiful surface is not threatened. Vinyl is as easy to glue as the non-woven counterpart.

Which wallpaper to choose for the kitchen ceiling depends on the degree of preparation of the walls. For example, textured foam vinyl models will easily hide the imperfections of the plaster.

How to handle the joints is shown in the photo:

Colorful birds on a blue background that imitates the sky with clouds

Tissue

Decorative coatings with inclusions of natural threads, that is, fabric, are rarely used in the kitchen. The main reason for refusal is difficult surface maintenance. Silk, woolen and especially cotton fibers do not tolerate high temperatures and hot steam, and it is almost impossible to remove greasy stains from a beautiful fabric. If you like fabric options, it is best to leave them for bedroom decoration.

Colorful ornament for terrace design

With the help of a textile ceiling decor, you can decorate a dining area at some distance from the stove. If the decor is not threatened by kitchen fumes, then velor, cotton padding, and voluminous tufting will do.

For painting

Wallpaper designed for painting allows you to change the color of the ceiling several times. The composition of the decorative coating can withstand up to 10 layers of paint without changing its characteristics. If the products are designed for 6-8 paints, they can easily withstand the specified number of updates, while maintaining the strength, durability and adhesion to the base declared by the manufacturers.

Paintable products are a great opportunity to experiment with color combinations

Excellent adhesion quality is the merit of the same non-woven backing, thanks to which the roll material is easy to install and just as easy to remove. The top layer can be paper or fiberglass. The second type is much more durable and easier to clean.

What wallpaper to choose

Having decided on the material from which the wallpaper is made, you can start choosing a design. It depends on the style and the surrounding palette, you should mainly focus on the color of the walls and furniture. Beautiful photos of ceiling wallpaper in the interior are an excellent basis for creating your own ideas for rebuilding your home.

Smooth

Non-embossed finishes are ideal for small spaces. The bright glossy surface visually expands the boundaries and increases the height of the room, reflecting the light of chandeliers and built-in spotlights. Smooth cladding is in harmony with the kitchen facade, window frames, ceramics on the walls and floor.

The dark color and motley pattern only emphasizes the volume of a large room.

Drawing helps to diversify a simple smooth surface: abstract images, streaks, stripes and lines, flowers. With the help of a photo, it is easy to imagine how the decor with a cage or floral print will look like.

Wall and ceiling finishes

Smooth models also include photo-printed wallpapers - vivid images of animals, forest landscapes, the sea surf or the sky in the clouds.

Textured

Unlike smooth varieties, the stylish look of textured samples is based on the use of an uneven, embossed surface.

Among this type of wallpaper, several groups can be distinguished:

• imitation of granite chips, marble, plaster, concrete coating;
• an ornament from the same geometric shapes;
• wood or leather design;
• abstraction, etc.

The photo clearly shows how the embossed finish emphasizes the classic design of the room.

Snow-white wallpaper with a light texture - a traditional solution for the design of a living space

It is necessary to glue pieces with a relief surface more carefully than smooth counterparts, since it is quite easy to knock down the texture, even if it is made of foamed vinyl.

Monochromatic

Monochrome decor, without images, ornaments and patterns, is present in almost all interior styles. For the Scandinavian countries, white surfaces are characteristic, for the Mediterranean - all shades of blue-blue, Provence is known for natural shades - from sand to green, classics - with pastel colors and gilding.

Olive Provence style kitchen dining room design

If in doubt about the choice of color, we recommend white - it creates a convenient background for using various types of decor or contrasting interior items. The photo clearly shows how the snow-white walls and ceiling make the kitchen even more spacious.

White background for natural decor

Monochrome finishes are good for combining. For example, a two-tiered ceiling can be partially pasted over with white wallpaper, partially with a pattern, you get an extraordinary and fresh design.

With an image

Bright textured and variegated coatings must be treated with caution. Patterns on the ceiling are contraindicated in small-sized kitchens, as they reduce the height of the premises. Also, they are undesirable in combination with colorful, covered with rich images or multi-colored ornaments on the walls.

Appropriate combination of honeycomb pattern with plain surfaces of walls and furniture

Here is a photo of wallpaper on the ceiling, on which decorative trim is not just a background, but, along with a lamp, serves as a decoration for the room:

Interior with modern elements

The brightness of the patterns depends a lot on the environment. More colorful shades enliven the interior, while pale ones hold back the dynamic wall cladding.

Beautiful lilac design to match the wall decoration

With the help of patterns and ornaments in the national style, you can give a room an original sound or emphasize a fashionable direction.

Ceiling wallpaper care

The rules of care depend on the material from which the upper decorative layer is made. If it is covered with a thick plastic film or paint, the surface can be safely wiped with a damp cloth using non-aggressive detergents.

Wipe water-resistant surfaces with a damp cloth or sponge

Paper wallpapers can be vacuumed by setting the switch to minimum power, and fabric wallpapers can also be vacuumed or wiped with a sponge slightly dampened in water (except for light shades). Unfortunately, bulky greasy stains, traces of fruits or berries cannot be removed; the ceiling trim will have to be completely replaced.

Video instructions for pasting

You can learn useful information about the preparation of the ceiling, the choice of finishes and the technology of pasting in the following videos.

Ceiling repair with liquid wallpaper:

DIY non-woven finish:

Decorating the ceiling with wallpaper is an interesting idea, but it requires professional implementation. If you are not confident in your abilities, we recommend that you seek advice from an experienced designer, and invite a team of finishers to implement your plan.

Wallpaper is a finishing material that has not lost its relevance for many decades. Colors, textures change, other substances are used in their manufacture. But they are all also glued to the walls and ceiling. And they better and better hide various imperfections in the finish or uneven surfaces. Thanks to progress, the question: "How to stick wallpaper on the ceiling alone?" becomes easily solvable, modern technologies greatly simplify the process.

Wallpaper selection

So, any renovation begins with the choice of materials. First you need to decide what kind of wallpaper you need. When choosing, consider the following:

• the stripes should easily slide over the surface so that they can be corrected when gluing;
• patterned material better hides various irregularities on the ceiling. Plain wallpaper can only be used on a relatively flat surface. Best of all, it masks errors of colored and embossed material;
• it is advisable to choose the wallpaper that will be easiest to stick: without the need for adjustment, that does not require additional actions, etc.;
• paper wallpaper is also bad at hiding irregularities. Dense non-woven fabrics cope with this much better;
• a longer drying time of the glue will rather be an advantage, since there will be more time for correction.

By the way, wallpaper for painting is quite suitable for pasting the ceiling. Thanks to this, it will be possible to change color schemes, but at the same time there will be no need to replace the material itself.

Required materials and tools

• wallpaper;
• suitable glue for them;
• a sharp knife, it will be convenient to work with a construction knife with replaceable blades, since they can be changed or broken if necessary. A dull knife will not be able to cut off wet sheets, but will pull or tear them;
• roulette;
• comfortable long table or goats. The stand should be high enough to reach the ceiling without any problems. It is desirable that the length of the table or the goat be sufficient for the entire strip of wallpaper. It will be inconvenient to work with a stepladder, since it is short and does not allow you to move freely;
• rags to smooth the stripes and remove excess glue;
• rubber roller for rolling;
• plastic spatula;
• brushes for applying glue;
• primer;
• antiseptic;
• spray.

Ceiling preparation

Before you stick the wallpaper on the ceiling alone, you need to properly prepare the surface. If this is not done, the material will quickly fall off. What needs to be done to ensure the highest quality adhesion of the wallpaper to the ceiling:

1. Remove completely old coating: peel off old wallpaper (or other pasted material) or paint, wash off the whitewash. Swollen plaster is also removed: it can fall off along with the new material. If dusty or dirty work is coming, then the furniture in the room must be covered with a film so as not to stain it. Better yet, take everything that is possible to another room.
2. Align the ceiling. Sheets will not adhere well or stick to uneven surfaces. Also, any pits or protrusions will be visible through the material. Therefore, all the bumps are removed with a spatula. Pits and cracks are smeared over.
3. Remove dust from the ceiling. It is recommended to vacuum it first, then wipe it with a damp cloth and dry it.
4. The surface is treated with antiseptic agents to exclude the possibility of fungus appearing under the wallpaper.
5. After the antiseptic dries, the ceiling is primed. This will ensure high-quality adhesion of the sheets to the glued surface. You can purchase a special liquid or dilute more liquid wallpaper glue. Then add 5 times more water to the dry mixture than indicated in the instructions.

Preparation and application of glue

After the primer has completely dried, you can proceed to further work. First, prepare wallpaper glue according to the instructions. Nowadays there are many instant mixtures, but there are also those that need to be kept for several hours. When preparing the glue, it is necessary to strictly adhere to the proportions indicated in the instructions. As a rule, the finished mixture looks like a thick jelly, but it spreads easily.

First, the strips are cut to the desired length. The sheets are made several centimeters longer than the ceiling. This allowance is necessary because of the possible unevenness of the surface itself or the curvature of the adjacent walls.

Now they start applying glue to the wallpaper strips:

1. The prepared sheet is laid out on the floor with a pattern down, it is desirable that it be straightened as much as possible. Further actions depend on the type of wallpaper. If they are made of paper or made of other thin material, then it is enough just to grease them with glue using a brush or roller. Non-woven or any other thick ones after smearing are folded as follows: the edges are folded towards the center so as to close the glue with them. Thick material must be saturated, otherwise it will not stick. Spreads 2 or 3 sheets at once. Do not be afraid that the stripes will stick together.
2. Now the glue is applied to the ceiling. Many manufacturers write that there is no need to coat the surface, but when gluing wallpaper to the ceiling, it should be processed as well, this will improve the quality of adhesion. Apply the adhesive with a roller or brush slightly wider than the adhesive strip.

Wallpapering

Now you can go directly to how to paste wallpaper on the ceiling alone. The work is inconvenient, and therefore laborious, but still quite doable.

Important! Before gluing wallpaper to the ceiling, you need to create suitable conditions in the room. The room should be warm, about + 20-22 ° C. Otherwise, the glue will not dry well. But at the same time, any air movement must be excluded, that is, you will have to work with closed doors and windows. Drafts or insufficiently high air temperatures may cause the wallpaper to fall off.

The ceiling is one of the largest planes in a room. It is also usually well lit. Any flaws on it will be noticeable. Therefore, adherence to technology is essential. Actions are performed according to the following algorithm:

1. Mark the width of the wallpaper on the ceiling. If thick and embossed materials are used, then masking tape is glued along the strip in order to secure the joint as securely as possible. Also, this line will help you orient yourself and not move the sheet too much.
2. With one of the folded sheets they climb onto the trestle or table.
3. On one side, peel off the corners and unfold the sheet a little. The rolled-up remainder is passed between the hands so that it goes behind the head. Then he will not interfere with work.
4. The corners are applied to the ceiling. The wallpaper should slightly overlap the walls or ceiling plinth, both from the short side and from the length of the side of the strip.
5. Smooth the wallpaper with a hand or a cloth along its entire length. Movements are directed from the center to the edges. The excess glue protruding is collected with a rag.
6. When the entire strip is glued to the ceiling, take a pin and pierce the sheet in different places. The frequency of punctures is 10-20 cm. It is necessary for all the air to escape.
7. Now proceed to smoothing and rolling. First, use a plastic spatula to expel all the air from under the wallpaper. In this case, movements are also directed from the center to the edges. After that, the glued sheet is rolled up with a roller.
8. Take the next strip and repeat all the steps. The joints of the sheets are rolled especially carefully.

When all the wallpaper is glued, all that remains is to trim the edges. To get everything neat, you need a sharp knife and a spatula. The technology is simple. The wallpaper is pressed with a spatula. Along it, like a ruler, cut off the excess material with a sharp knife. If the blade becomes dull (starts to pull, not cut), it is broken or changed.

That's it for how to glue wallpaper to the ceiling. This can be done by one person.

Wallpaper is the most inexpensive and widespread material for home decoration and other non-residential premises. Modern technologies allow you to foresee and select suitable wallpaper for the ceiling, taking into account all your wishes. The abundance of such material has radically changed the idea of ​​repair in general. It became possible to create a surface with imitation of ceramic tiles, plaster, wood, natural stone, fabric. Choose suitable canvases from completely smooth, silk-screen printing, rough structure, deep pattern, liquid, mirror and others.

Wallpaper on the ceiling is the final stage of repair on this surface. This process should be given special attention. A high-quality result depends on the correct and suitable material for the individual characteristics of the room. The combination of the color of the ceiling wallpaper and interior items plays a major role.

For instance:

• It is advisable to apply calm and soft colors to the bedroom or living room.
• For the kitchen, a purple ceiling, blue or turquoise will help muffle appetite. And orange, on the contrary, awakens him.
• Pink - will add romance and mystery.
• Any room can be pasted over with beige or ivory. It is laconic to apply such colors, with a smooth transition to the next room. Such paints will create an atmosphere of harmony and lightness.
• You should be careful when experimenting with red; in excessive quantities, it awakens aggression.

White is perfect for all rooms, undeniably a classic.

For the ceiling, you should not choose silk-screen wallpaper. Visually, such a ceiling will press and compress the space.

What wallpaper to choose on the ceiling - what to look for

Wallpaper for the ceiling, as a type of finishing work, does not lose its popularity. Asking the question, what kind of wallpaper to choose for the ceiling, you need to proceed from the characteristics of the room.

Namely:

• Take into account the illumination of the room.
• The size of the area and the height of the ceilings.
• Air humidity.
• Features and subtleties of the interior.

Non-woven wallpaper is in great demand. They easily fall on the ceiling and hide its invisible "sins". Vinyl wallpaper on a non-woven base is identical in properties to the previous ones. Glass fiber is a suitable material for the embodiment of bold surface design ideas. Glass fiber combines excellent quality and exquisite appearance, therefore, it is considered not a cheap material. - used in absolutely any room, both on the ceiling and on the walls. They include natural raw materials - cotton or silk. Such a seamless material is environmentally friendly and allows the surface to "breathe".

For dyeing ceiling wallpaper, carefully study the composition of the color scheme. Choose manufacturers with many years of experience in the market.

Suitable wallpaper for the kitchen: choose the ceiling

When choosing wallpaper for the kitchen, you should first take into account some of the features of this room, namely: temperature drops and humidity. Wallpaper is not a very durable material and sooner or later it will still begin to peel off in such conditions. Therefore, carefully study the properties of different wallpaper bases for long-term use.

Give preference to ceiling wallpaper with properties:

• Moisture resistance. From time to time you will have to do wet cleaning of the surface.
• Air permeability. This is a very important point to avoid the accumulation of condensation.
• Fire resistance.

The listed requirements are met by wallpaper on a vinyl or non-woven base, liquid wallpaper with a special coating, glass wallpaper.

If the wallpaper on the ceiling has a pattern, choose a canvas covered with waterproof paints. Such a surface will need to be cleaned of grease and dust more than once.

Non-woven ceiling wallpaper - what is it

Non-woven ceiling wallpaper is a fairly simple and high-quality material. Due to the thickness, with their help it is good to hide imperfections and surface irregularities. Ceiling decoration with this material is much faster than other types of wallpaper. They do not stretch or deform during operation and after drying. Such wallpapers can also be used for painting.

Non-woven wallpaper is of two types:

• Non-woven base. Such two-layer wallpaper consists of a non-woven base and an outer vinyl layer of a specific texture and color.
• Non-woven completely. Their distinctive feature is their strength and durability.

Non-woven wallpaper is hygienic and does not cause allergies.

Glueing of non-woven ceiling wallpaper occurs by spreading glue on the surface, not on the canvas.

How to choose wallpaper for a room with low ceilings

Wallpapering an apartment with low ceilings is not a problem. Modern design solutions and technologies allow you to visually hide all the imperfections of the room, make the space more voluminous and comfortable.

What should be emphasized:

• Finishing ceiling material. Glossy wallpaper, suspended ceiling or mirror would be a good solution. Due to the reflective coating, the height of the room will visually increase. The full illusion compensates for the lack of wall heights.
• Color palette. A winning version of the ceiling will be light cold shades of white - gray, pearl, light blue.
• Interior items. In the case of low ceilings, surfaces and objects of the room in blue and green colors will help to visually beat the space.

For lighting the ceiling, it is better to choose spotlights. And along the main wall or along the entire perimeter, place several sconces with shades upward.

Walls in rooms with low ceilings should be rationally decorated with brighter colors. It is possible to use tapestries with a narrow vertical strip.

Photo wallpaper 3D on the ceiling: choose or not

Photo wallpaper with 3D effect on the ceiling is a great technique to visually make the room more voluminous and "lively". Most often, they prefer photowall-paper with the image of space, flowers, birds, abstraction, the sky with stars.

Most often, such photowall-paper is glued:

• In the bedroom;
• Living room;
• Kitchen.

An important role in the transmission of a volumetric image is played by the color scheme of the picture. Overly saturated and bright colors reduce the space, dark ones create a gloomy environment, and dull colors will not justify the desired result.

In rooms with a small area, choose a wallpaper with an emphasis on cold colors - this will visually raise the height of the ceilings!

3D wallpaper is not a cheap pleasure, but the effect justifies itself.

Choosing which wallpaper fits the blue ceiling

White plaster or ordinary white wallpaper covering the ceiling is the last century. Today more daring color schemes prevail. Blue in this sense is no exception, immediately comes the association of a clear cloudless sky. And with the help of well-chosen wallpaper, the interior of the room will be wonderfully transformed, in a good way.

Options for a blue ceiling:

• Plain wallpaper.
• Wallpaper with a discreet pattern.
• Photo wallpaper.
• Liquid wallpaper.

The material of the wallpaper must correspond to the characteristics of the given room. For example, it is not wise to stick paper wallpaper in a high humidity bathroom. It is important not to overdo it when choosing a color palette. Calm shades will be appropriate: yellow, orange, raspberry, burgundy and all the same classic white.

When choosing wallpaper for a blue ceiling, also take into account the color of the furniture and its shape.

Glossy wallpaper for the ceiling, their benefits

Glossy wallpaper for the ceiling is used both in small rooms and in rooms with a large area. Their reflective surface makes the space more voluminous and deeper. Visually resembles a glossy stretch ceiling. This type of wallpaper is suitable for absolutely all rooms. They are quite moisture resistant and UV resistant. In most cases, glossy wallpapers are used in fragments. Such material is made under the influence of high temperatures.

The right wallpaper for the ceiling can not only decorate it, it can also help visually expand the space. Find out how to achieve this from our material:

Glossy wallpapers are:

• Monochromatic. Such canvases are made in a wide variety of colors.
• With an image. The most popular are the themes of clouds, tall trees and, of course, the starry sky.

The only drawback of such a material is the fact that surface irregularities, dust or other dirt, will immediately become noticeable. That is why glossy wallpapers are often used for the ceiling, although there are exceptions to the rule.

The ceiling surface for glossy wallpaper should be perfectly flat. It will not be possible to hide anything under such material, but quite the opposite, even the smallest cracks or seams, the wallpaper will definitely emphasize!

Is it possible to glue glowing wallpaper on the ceiling

Glowing wallpaper for the ceiling is an original and modern novelty of designers. Such wallpapers will easily fit a child's room, bedroom or living room.

There are 3 types of glowing battles:

• Silver. Silver threads are added to the composition of such wallpaper; they play the role of lighting conductors, which can be controlled remotely. Such wallpapers look very expensive and sophisticated.
• Fluorescent. A distinctive feature of these luminous wallpaper in the picture. This three-dimensional format makes the image realistic and vivid.
• Luminous. The best option for a child's room, thanks, in some way, to the sloppiness of the drawing. It is applied to the canvas by mixing the phosphor with acrylic paint.

Glowing wallpaper in daylight does not really stand out. But in the dark, they obediently flicker with a romantic light. Such wallpaper will look more effective in a spacious room with high ceilings.

This type of wallpaper is not cheap, so deliberately choose successful compositions that are pleasing to the eye.

How to decorate the ceiling with wallpaper (video)

Decorating the ceiling with wallpaper is quite simple and inexpensive. Having picked up completely new wallpapers or repainted the current ones with a different color, you can radically change the design of the room. Recently, wallpaper that passes from wall to ceiling has been widely used. The combination of colors in the interior affects the mood. A real find are the moisture and UV resistant ceiling wallpapers.

Unusual wallpaper for the ceiling (photo)

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How to choose wallpaper on the ceiling: 6 options plus calculations

When planning a home renovation, first of all, we start thinking about ways to decorate the walls. Wallpaper on the walls is a classic, but few people consider such an option for the ceiling. Meanwhile, wallpaper on the ceiling is suitable as a budget alternative to drywall and stretch ceilings. Consider the most popular types, features of gluing and methods of creating, with their help, beautiful interiors.

Option 1 - Paper wallpaper

The most inexpensive, and therefore popular, paper ceiling wallpaper has been used everywhere for many years. Of course, their huge advantage is environmental friendliness, but this quality is unable to cross out all the shortcomings, of which there are many:

• They quickly fade in the sun and lose their appearance;
• They do not withstand high humidity and "leak";
• Not resistant to mold and unable to prevent its growth;
• Susceptible to constant temperature fluctuations.

This finish, by default, is not suitable for kitchens, bathrooms, unheated corridors and cold verandas. Under the influence of dampness and unstable temperatures, paper ceiling wallpaper will not last more than a year. For a summer house or summer cottage, this option is suitable only on the condition that repairs there will be carried out annually.

Since paper products cannot be washed, they can be cleaned with a dry cloth or feather dust brushes.

Option 2 - Wallpaper in 3D performance

Created on the basis of polyester, 3D 3D wall-paper perfectly withstands exposure to moisture and sunlight. They are so versatile that they can be applied with equal success to any surface - on plaster, putty concrete slabs, plasterboard structures. In addition, the material does not require special care - occasionally it can be washed with soapy water.

You can also add to the advantages of 3D wallpaper:

• The ability to visually expand the room;
• Dirt-repellent properties;
• Resistance to mechanical stress;
• Fluorescent 3d wallpaper emits a gentle light in the dark, which can easily replace a night light.

With all the advantages of 3D products, their main disadvantage is the high price - from 1000 rubles per square meter of serial production or from 1000 dollars per square meter under the order. Among the ready-made options, most often come across images on the topic of space, or macro photography. As for individual orders, when asked which themes and colors to choose, you will answer yourself - it all depends on your limitless imagination.

Option 3 - Natural wallpaper

Modern design includes many unique interior options using natural materials. Among them, bamboo wallpaper occupies a special place. The moisture resistance of bamboo canvases makes them suitable for use in such demanding premises as a bathroom, kitchen, loggia.

In addition to versatility, bamboo canvases are endowed with such qualities as:

• Environmental safety - a unique feature of bamboo prevents the growth of bacteria, so this finish provides a healthy microclimate in any room;
• Durability - bamboo cloth is resistant to temperature extremes, moisture resistant and almost not subject to fading, which prolongs the operational life without the need for repair;
• Ease of use - bamboo wallpaper is as easy to care for as it is to install it, it is enough sometimes to walk with a vacuum cleaner or a damp sponge.

Option 4 - Wallpaper for painting

Today, a white ceiling is not particularly surprising, so most of us are interested in how to paint the ceilings trimmed with wallpaper. I advise you to buy latex or water-based paint. These two varieties have proven themselves well in the process of operation in that they perfectly tolerate wet cleaning.

But before you paint the wallpaper of such a plan, you need to find out which types are suitable for this.

Painting wallpaper on the ceiling is suitable for all three of these varieties, because they are moisture resistant and relatively durable. In addition, all three types are capable of hiding irregularities and microcracks in the coatings.

Non-woven material adheres perfectly to any surface: concrete, plasterboard, wood.

Option 5 - Vinyl Wallpaper

Vinyl wallpapers are available in several variations:

• Made by foamed vinyl, without embossing - convex texture well masks irregularities, suitable for rooms with imperfect surfaces;
• Flat vinyl (silkscreen) - suitable only for smooth surfaces;
• Made by the method of hot stamping - the pattern resembles decorative plaster or metal finishing, will perfectly fit into any modern interior;
• Made with chemical embossing - UV resistant, will look harmonious in any room.

These products have high strength and good moisture tolerance. Due to this, such a finish will delight your eyes for a very long time. But if suddenly you have another renovation, and you are wondering how to remove the vinyl strips, you will have to work a little. In addition to water or special water, you may need the help of a steam generator.

Option 6 - Non-woven wallpaper

Non-woven products are very dense in structure, due to which they are able to keep cracks, not allowing them to progress. If you live in a house where the floors are shrinking, and you have not yet decided which wallpaper to choose, I recommend this particular finishing method.

On the question of how to paint non-woven wallpaper, I advise you to pay attention to glossy and matte water-based paints.

Non-woven wallpaper for painting on the ceiling can withstand a maximum of 10 stains, and painting can be done in a different color each time.

The nuances of finishing the ceiling with wallpaper

The process of gluing wallpaper on the ceiling is practically no different from pasting walls, but there are some recommendations that can simplify your work:

• First of all, the ceiling should be moistened with water.- this will facilitate the subsequent work, and the same technique will be useful to you if you are thinking about how easy it is to remove wallpaper from the ceiling;
• Then we outline the starting line along the wall.- it is on it that we will level the first strip of wallpaper;
• It will be more convenient to apply the adhesive directly to the ceiling rather than stripes;
• It will be easier to work with a partner than alone;
• Stick the strips starting from the window and strictly following the numbering specified in the instructions;
• Most of those who decide to decorate the ceiling with wallpaper choose not a monochromatic version, but prints and patterns - this should be taken carefully, taking into account the colors of the walls;
• Choose large rolls- in this way you will reduce the number of measurements and unnecessary actions;
• In order for the ceiling to appear lower, in addition to the ceiling area, it is necessary to glue some of the walls, and it is recommended to install the cornices at the joints of the wallpaper;

• If you are puzzled by the fact that you should first glue the ceiling or wallpaper on the walls, I advise you to start with the ceiling, and leave the walls at last;
• If the walls in the room are already papered, cover them with cling film. so as not to get dirty.

If you decide to paste over the ceiling and walls with the same wallpaper so that these planes do not look monotonous, it is advisable to delimit them. To do this, use baguettes or plastic corners around the perimeter, or build a structure from false beams for the entire ceiling.

Calculations of the required amount of materials

How can you find out how much materials will be required for finishing the ceiling? It's very simple - for this you need to take floor measurements and determine the footage. Suppose the room is 4 meters wide and 5 meters long. How to calculate that very formula?

We calculate the area of ​​the room, and divide the result by the number of wallpapers on the roll. 4 * 5 = 20. 20/10 = 2.0. In total, we need exactly 2 rolls, provided that it is 10 meters (this is the average).

If your ceiling is a complex multi-level structure, when calculating this should be taken into account and add half a roll to the result.

Conclusion

So we got acquainted with which wallpaper on the ceiling can be used and which is better to ignore. I hope that my recommendations will help you overcome all sorts of difficulties or prevent them in time.

The video in this article will tell you additional nuances regarding gluing and calculating costs. And if you want to clarify something, you can do it in the comments to the text.

October 3, 2016

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