Ceiling laminate color
The color of the laminate is determined in accordance with the chosen interior style. It can be warm brown or cold with a gray undertone. An important role is played by the brightness and heterogeneity of the texture of the material that imitates natural wood. Aged design of the dies in a vintage style is also in trend.
See also selection criteria for laminate.
Brown
A modern or classic interior will ideally emphasize the ceiling with a pronounced wood grain texture, and a warm shade will fill the house with coziness. It can be either light brown or dark wenge.
White
White laminate is suitable for both modern and classic interiors. Light boards will look minimalist in Scandinavian design without overloading with unnecessary details. Also, the white ceiling will reveal the character of country-style housing, its naturalness and simplicity.
The black
In rooms with a large square footage and height, you can not be afraid to use a dark finish. Intense color will fill the volume and create a chamber atmosphere in the house. Black laminate is suitable for loft, modern or classic interiors.
Grey
The neutral gray shade of the laminate will perfectly fit into the minimalistic interior. This color will serve as a background for interior solutions, while maintaining the overall style.
Bleached oak
A light wood accent on the ceiling and other surfaces will add warmth without burdening the interior with color. So, bleached oak is ideal for any living space, it will look discreet and versatile.
Ceiling decoration ideas in various styles
Consider several ready-made solutions that can be used depending on the chosen interior style.
Modern
The presence of wooden surfaces in combination with concrete, stone and metal is characteristic of modern style. Laminate will emphasize the graphic quality of the interior and bring it closer to eco-design.
Country
The interior in a rustic style with elements of the classics is a country style, or Provence. It is distinguished by the use of natural (or imitating natural) materials, antique furniture, classic decor and simple textiles. Wood in the interior, often aged, untreated or painted with paint.
Loft
A loft-style interior is a combination of rough industrial finishing materials such as brick, concrete, paint, plaster, wood, metal. However, the wooden elements should look rough, aged or with a burnt-board effect. Often in modern apartments, laminate is used as a ceiling cladding, which corresponds to the loft style, while being practical and economical.
Photo in the interior of the apartment
Here are examples of what a laminate ceiling looks like in different rooms.
Balcony and loggia
Surface finishing on a balcony or loggia should be practical and moisture resistant. High-end laminated material is ideal for walls and ceilings.
Attic
The room under the roof will become the most comfortable if it is decorated under a tree. Wooden ceiling products fit very organically into the interior and are distinguished by a fairly wide range.
Living room
The wood-like ceiling in the living room emphasizes the naturalness and aesthetics of the interior.
Wooden house
Wooden beams are an ideal material for the construction and decoration of a country house or summer cottage. In addition to it, you can use laminated or parquet flooring and ceiling.
Bedroom
To create a chamber atmosphere and coziness in the bedroom, the ceiling can be made of laminate. A combination of materials and multilevel ceilings are often used.
Kitchen
The ceiling in the kitchen should be practical and stylistically match the overall interior of the apartment.
Veranda
The closeness to nature on the veranda implies the use of wood-like coatings. It must be remembered that the cladding must be moisture-resistant and vandal-proof.
Wardrobe
Laminate in dressing room decoration is practical and aesthetically pleasing. In a spacious room it can be decorated with beams, in a small space it is better to use light shades without decor.
Corridor and hallway
Laminate in the hallway can emphasize the geometry of the corridor and create an organic design that meets right from the doorway of the apartment.
Children
Laminate in a children's room is practical, environmentally friendly and stylish. Light plasterboard inserts or false beams will well complement the interior.
Restroom
Moisture-resistant laminated material on the ceiling in the bathroom will perfectly match the wood-like porcelain stoneware on the floor and will support the design of the entire apartment.
Options for an unusual ceiling design
You can apply many interesting design techniques to decorate the ceiling. But there are some technical points to keep in mind.
- For example, dies can be stacked in a straight line, spaced, diagonally or herringbone.
- The joint of the laminated board with other surfaces must be carried out using special connecting strips.
- It is better to arrange the perimeter of the room with a ceiling plinth.
- The ceiling can be fitted with beams, combined with other ceiling coverings and made in several levels.
- There are also large laminated panels, which are the most convenient to install.
Backlit
A ceiling lined with a laminate on a frame will allow you to hide wires and create several lighting options:
- linear,
- point,
- cornice.
Ceiling and wall design with laminate
The transition of the laminate from the ceiling to the wall is an interesting solution for harmonizing the space, highlighting the central piece of furniture and creating additional lighting.
Beam decoration with laminate
Some homes have beams or pillars that can add charm if styled correctly. One of the options is the facing of the beams with a wood-like laminate.
Duplex ceilings
Using drywall, you can create levels with additional lighting.
Laminate between beams
In wooden houses, beams are provided for by building codes and are ideally combined with the finishing material of the entire interior. But if you wish, you can recreate the atmosphere of the country style and install false beams. The laminate between the beams will create a wooden plank effect.
Combined
The ceiling does not have to be sewn up with one material. You can combine the laminate with drywall or apply stretch material in some areas. It will be interesting to look with a matte or glossy stretch fabric.
Photo gallery
The use of laminate on the ceiling is an excellent solution for both city apartments and country houses. The variability of color, characteristics and methods of laying the material makes it possible to use various design techniques to create modern interiors.