Decorative stone in the interior: finishes, colors, design, types of imitation, combinations

Features of interior decoration with stone

Several basic nuances are taken into account:

• With this decorative cladding, first of all, you need to observe a sense of proportion and use it fragmentarily. Thus, the atmosphere in the room will not oppress and induce cold.
• In the design of a space, one should take into account its dimensions, ceiling height, the degree of natural light and the style of the interior.
• For a small and dark room, it is advisable to use decorative stone trim in moderation or use materials in light colors.

Pros and cons

Advantages and disadvantages of this facing type.

Stone cladding options

There are several cladding options.

For interior wall decoration

Due to the artificial stone, it is possible to form any design of any complexity, achieve the desired design result, emphasize the interior merits favorably and create the necessary accents in the room.

The photo shows a decorative stone cladding in a light shade on the wall in the interior of the dining room.

With the use of this decorative finish, the space acquires an exquisite, chic and aristocratic look. To create a more relaxed atmosphere, choose styling in the form of straight lines, to achieve a more extraordinary effect, thanks to the layout in a chaotic manner.

Arch

With the help of additional decorative facing, it turns out to endow the round arched architectural vault with even greater solidity and originality.

Doorway decoration

Such a design solution not only allows you to give the doorway a neat and thoughtful look, but also to protect the structure, which is often exposed to mechanical stress, from wear and tear.

The photo shows the interior of the corridor with doorways decorated with decorative stone.

Stone finishing gives the space the proper character, creates a three-dimensional surface effect and, thanks to the competent tint solution, matched with the color of the walls, allows a smooth transition and harmonious balance.

Mantel

Masonry or quartz agglomerate is best suited for decorating a fireplace. With their help, you can partially, completely decorate a wall with a hearth or lay out only a portal.

Apron

It is a very interesting decorative option that meets all the requirements and perfectly protects the surface from damage.

Ceiling

Differs in an attractive appearance with light notes of negligence. The stone ceiling fills the room with mystery and envelops it with a kind of mystery.

The photo shows a vaulted ceiling with decorative stone cladding in the interior of a small kitchen.

Corners

With flexible stone veneer or other finishes, you can beautifully decorate and smooth out the sharpness of the corners.

Slopes

Thanks to the decoration, the slopes of the door or window look more thoughtful and complete. Most often, marble, granite, sandstone in different shades, slate or quartzite are used for this.

The photo shows the interior of the hallway and the entrance door with slopes, finished with decorative stonework.

Columns

Columns decorated with marble, granite or onyx, with a graceful structure and exquisite color, fill the space with a definite, incomparable charm and charm.

Furniture and products made of artificial stone in the interior

Various stone products and furniture are currently quite popular and represent a brutal, but at the same time very refined interior element.

Washing

Due to its discreet and sophisticated look, a stone sink can complement any design.

Plumbing

Monolithic sanitary ware, such as a bathtub or a toilet, is distinguished by excellent tactile sensations during use and gives the atmosphere a special personality. The stone heated towel rail has an increased heat transfer and has a uniform surface heating.

In the photo, a toilet with a bidet, made of decorative stone in the interior of the bathroom.

Table top

A kitchen countertop or a base with a washbasin is distinguished not only by an interesting appearance, but also by good technical qualities, allowing to achieve excellent results during use.

Bar counters

Undoubtedly they will become a fashion item and an unusual interior element that will make the furnishings much more original and expressive.

The photo shows the interior of the kitchen with a bar counter made of liquid decorative stone.

Decorative stone window sill

It has a truly expensive, stylish look and is in no way inferior to a window sill made of natural material. A huge amount of mineral coloring pigments and various additives provide a huge variation in shades and decor.

Accessories

There are a wide variety of accessories, for example, table or floor vases, they look very aesthetically pleasing, have natural beauty and even without additional filling, undoubtedly attract attention, creating interesting installations. Exclusive stone cutting boards are always presentable and fit perfectly into any kitchen space. Mirrors framed in the form of a decorative stone also look no less luxurious and elegant.

Shelves

They are able to become a bright enough interior detail that can be easily filled with books, figurines, caskets, vases, photo frames and thereby give the room more comfort and homeliness.

Color spectrum

This decorative finish can also be available in different colors, such as white, black, pink, gray, brown, beige, yellow, red or red-black.

In the photo there is a fireplace with a decorative stone finish in a pink shade in the interior.

Black cladding is always distinguished by a special mystery, attractiveness and is perfectly combined with both monochromatic and contrasting shades.The design in red is harmoniously combined with bright and dark interior elements, finishing in beige or brown tones, thanks to its naturalness, fits into rooms with any design.

The photo shows the interior of the dining room with a wall lined with decorative beige masonry.

To obtain a certain color, special coloring pigments are used to achieve an even, uniform shade of the surface, and then the front surface is painted with the help of tinting agents, thus a color that is as close as possible to a natural stone is obtained.

Photo of an artificial stone in the interior of the apartment

Design examples for various interior solutions.

Living room

Decorative cladding can not only decorate the hall, but also, if necessary, achieve zoning of the space. When decorating this room, you must first of all pay attention to its dimensions and the level of lighting, since, for example, in a small living room it is not at all appropriate to use dark and too embossed masonry. In this case, a smoother and lighter fragmentary finish will look better.

The photo shows a decorative stone of a dark shade on the wall in the interior of a spacious living room.

Corridor and hallway

Due to its durability, practicality, easy maintenance and presentable appearance, decorative stone is especially often found in the corridor or hallway.

Bedroom

Using this design, you can divide the bedroom into certain zones, or vice versa, achieve the unification of all elements and create a single composition.

Kitchen

The volume, naturalness and texture of this cladding will undoubtedly attract views and give the kitchen or dining room a certain image.

Bathroom

Decorative stone on the walls will become a fresher and more original alternative to tiles or, if used in fragments, will be very harmoniously combined with it, giving the bathroom status and excellent wear resistance.

Children's room

This facing material is a real find for the embodiment of design ideas in the nursery. For example, thanks to this design solution, you can turn the walls into a fairytale castle or a mysterious cave. Also, a rather interesting effect is obtained with the stone decoration of mirrors, paintings or photo wallpaper along the edges, which contributes to the visual expansion of the room.

Balcony and loggia

Decorative stone will allow you to turn a balcony or loggia into a cozy resting place and form a more thoughtful design.

Restroom

Using this lining with inserts, you can give the toilet a light and relaxed look and create certain accents in it that will endow the space with pleasant natural motives.

Examples of interior design with stone

Masonry works especially well in areas where various appliances are located. For example, by decorating a wall with a TV, it turns out to bring a very original touch to the atmosphere. To create a certain era of the Middle Ages, in the interior, you can use torn stone.

In the photo there is a TV area, decorated with decorative white stone trim.

Decorative chipped stone with uneven edges will favorably emphasize certain interior areas or will be an excellent solution for decorating a doorway, window or niche. With the help of stone slabs, imitating onyx or quartz with illumination pouring softly from the inside, it is possible to further emphasize its natural beauty.

Combinations of stone with other finishing materials

The most harmonious combinations:

• Wood. This combination will give the design a special identity, combining rustic simplicity, industrial brutality and natural grace.
• Wallpaper. The decorative stone, due to its uniqueness, can be easily combined with any wallpaper or even photo wallpaper.
• Tile. An ideal duet, distinguished by naturalness and at the same time a kind of creativity.
• Decorative plaster. It is a very successful tandem that always looks noble and sophisticated.
• Painting. This combination is a classic and most frequently used design solution.

In the photo there is a decorative stone in combination with photo wallpaper in the interior of a modern living room.

Various combinations will give the atmosphere a special historicity, add natural motives to it and enhance the naturalness of the design.

Types of imitation stone for interior decoration

Several popular types.

Marble

Seamless glossy or matt marble surfaces that accurately convey a unique pattern, infuse the setting with a special natural charm.

Slate

Thanks to the textured relief, it gives the design a touch of pristine origin. Slate-look finishes are perfect for decorating specific areas or specific interior elements, such as columns, stairs or fireplaces.

Brick

It allows you to bring to life various design ideas, radically transform the room and give it style, modernity and comfort at the same time. It is also possible to achieve original effects with the help of grouting, which can be either contrasting or match the shade of the brick.

The photo shows the interior of the hallway with a wall lined with decorative bricks of a light shade.

Travertine

Due to its interesting texture and warm shades, travertine gives the room a special comfort.

In the photo there is a small sink made of artificial travertine in the interior of the bathroom.

Granite

Can be a great solution for decoration, walls, countertops, window sills or stairs. Products with imitation granite are perfectly combined with different materials and contribute to the creation of a solid and stylish design.

Photos in various interior styles

Such a finishing option, which has a variety of patterns, colors and textures, makes it possible to design any interior trends, such as eco-style, loft, hi-tech, Provence, modern style and others.

The photo shows decorative brickwork in the interior of a loft-style kitchen-living room.

With claddings imitating sandstone or raw granite, you can easily decorate rooms in chalet or country style, light marble or gypsum stone, will be the perfect solution to reproduce the classic atmosphere. A dark decorative stone imitating expensive rocks, suitable for finishing columns in the Rococo or Baroque style, and products with imitation of aged stone material will harmoniously complement the retro style.

What is artificial stone made of?

Most often used for manufacturing:

• Acrylic.
• Gypsum.
• Concrete base.
• Quartz composite stone.
• Porcelain stoneware.
• Polyester stone.

Photo gallery

Decorative stone will endow the interior with special grace, originality and style. A room decorated in this way will always concentrate attention on itself and delight in its perfection.