Luxury items for the home: having a false ceiling

Suspended ceiling systems solve the problem of dirty and unsanitary ceilings that are difficult and expensive to clean by providing a shiny, durable and sanitary surface that is easily maintained. This extremely practical roof system is suitable for any area that requires a fixed, non-porous, non-fibrous and non-absorbent roof. Suspended ceiling has several advantages over other materials, namely, it is waterproof, termite-proof, fire-retardant, inexpensive, maintenance-free, non-porous and non-absorbent, can incorporate recessed lighting, access hatches, air vents and easy sprinklers to install and available in various shades of colors and hassle-free painting and polishing as well.

Types of false ceiling

Wooden ceilings are a feature of older buildings and are beautiful when the wood is exposed. Typically these have support members of thick sections of wood that are spanned by smaller planks of wood. The beams must be polished or varnished because the paint will hide the grain.

A wooden false ceiling is generally made up of wooden slats that are placed simultaneously by means of tongue and groove. The lights can be inserted into the slats if required. Brick vaults are also found in older structures. These are intricately detailed, with protrusions and moldings embellishing the structure. These domes which generally find some expression in the altitude also enhance the great houses.

Some people use stained, colored, or etched glass panels in their ceilings. These can add strength to a home, especially if lit from above. Skylights can also be inserted into a structural system to allow light to enter. These can be made with fiberglass, acrylics, or tempered glass. Mirror chips can be embedded into plaster for a dramatic finish in the home. Fabric is an inexpensive material that can be placed on ceilings. Exaggerated panels are exotic and interesting. Children’s rooms can have interesting murals or collages on the ceiling, perhaps a mobile can be part of the home decoration. In the children’s room you can also place stars and the moon in metallic finishes on the ceiling.

helpful tips

There are countless ways to make your ceiling special. Simply combine the materials with smart lighting to achieve the effect you want to enhance the look of your home.