Using shards of dishes
The decor of a mirror from fragments of broken dishes is easy to make with your own hands. Did your favorite cup or plate break? Do not rush to throw away the fragments, because they can be used to make a decoration for a mirror frame.
Mosaic the pieces using the appropriate tool. Prepare in advance the project of the future creation and the field for creativity.
Glue the mosaic components on top of the workpiece using ordinary glue, small beads and stones with mother-of-pearl will not be superfluous, in addition, other details can be used at your discretion. At the end of the process, it is necessary to grout the frame surface and wipe it with a soft cloth.
Peculiarities
Thanks to modern industrial technologies, polyurethane molding has become a budget replacement for expensive plaster moldings. The decor made of polymer material has a lot of advantages not only in terms of aesthetics, but also in terms of operational properties.
Let's consider in more detail the main properties of polyurethane stucco molding.
- If we compare the cost of plaster skirting boards, then polyurethane products will be cheaper. But this does not mean that polyurethane fillets are completely cheap - the material belongs to the premium segment, so it is more expensive than foam or plastic products.
- In appearance, polyurethane products are difficult to distinguish from plaster or wood products. Polymer stucco molding imitates natural materials at a high level of quality.
- The total weight of the finished polyurethane product is significantly less than similar decorative elements made of wood or alabaster. The lightness of the material makes it easy to install.
- During operation, the polyurethane material is not prone to yellowing, peeling or delamination. Products remain in their original form even after many years of use.
- In addition to the aesthetic function, decorative polyurethane products also have functionality. Cable channels can be provided inside the fillets, and the convex shape of the ceiling plinth implies the installation of hidden lighting in its niche. In addition, the plastic polyurethane helps to mask small surface irregularities in the walls.
- Polyurethane is resistant to humid environments, so the decor made from this material is installed not only in residential or office premises, but also in the kitchen, bathroom or hallway.
- Polymer products made of polyurethane are resistant to temperature extremes. They can be used in unheated rooms, as well as placed near stoves and fireplaces. The material is able to withstand a temperature range of -50 to + 200 ° C.
- Polyurethane products do not tend to build up static electricity, so they do not attract dust or debris. The material does not absorb odors, mold or mildew does not form on its surface, product care involves wet processing with detergents.
- Polyurethane decor is resistant to physical and mechanical stress, has impact resistance.
- Products are distinguished by a variety of designs and shapes. The surface of the decor can be painted with acrylic paints or an aqueous emulsion composition.
In addition to the advantages of the material, there are also disadvantages:
- polymer material is not resistant to nitro-based paints and varnishes;
- products are not resistant to fire and have an average degree of fire resistance;
- when purchasing moldings from different production batches, you may encounter pattern inconsistencies;
- low quality products may have a grainy surface.
In general, the advantages of a polyurethane material are much more than disadvantages. When choosing a material for hidden ceiling lighting, this polymer, like no other, is the most advantageous solution. The structure of the material is such that the light flux does not pass through it, but is reflected from the ceiling and gently scattered.
We decorate the wall with mirrors according to the rules
In order not to spoil the wall with future creations, and to make the decor of the mirrors on the wall successfully, you must follow certain simple rules:
- give preference to mirrors of the same dimension, it is better to use products no larger than average;
- products of non-standard shapes, as a rule, are not placed in frames;
- round or square mirrors should be decorated with a beautiful frame;
- a composition of the same type of mirror frames will look solid, regardless of the size of the mirrors;
- use no more than 5 mirrors in the composition with a spectacular and stylish frame, otherwise break the harmony;
- a win-win option would be to use mirror frames, which are ideally combined with the entire style of the interior design of the room.
Important Tips
sticking
sand its surface, as well as prime the wall. This will contribute to a better adhesion of materials;
choose the right glue. Everything will depend on what material the moldings are made of. For lightweight foam, wallpaper glue or PVA is suitable. Polyurethane moldings are glued on special assembly glue or liquid nails. Plaster stucco molding must be fixed either with polyurethane glue or with a special gypsum solution. For wooden planks, fastening with nails is suitable;
you need to outline a place for yourself to install the moldings, and then carefully glue them. The glue dries in about 5 hours;
after drying, the excess glue is removed, and the seams are carefully putty;
when everything is completely dry (it will take about 12 hours), you can start painting the moldings and gluing the wallpaper.
wallpaper is undesirable.
As we can see, the scope of application of moldings is very wide. This is an interesting and unusual decor element that performs several functions in the interior at once. Moldings decorate the room, expand it visually, divide it into zones, hide surface imperfections. Moreover, there are so many varieties of moldings that everyone can choose those that are suitable in shape and size, in quality and price.
How to glue the ceiling cornice, see the video:
Basic techniques for decorating walls with moldings
Imitation of panels and columns
Imitation of columns in the apartment
Moldings are perfect not only for interior decoration, but also for visual expansion of the space.
Since it is known that vertical elements visually increase the height of ceilings, to create this effect, you can use various types of panels that imitate columns, for example.
Alternatively, connect the ceiling space with the wall space using skirting boards in the same color as the ceiling.
Separation of different materials
Molding elements
Often, with the help of moldings, a separation is made in decorating walls with different materials or one, but different in color and texture. For example, when companion wallpaper is used (how to glue two types of wallpaper, read here). The places of their horizontal joints are decorated with molding panels, which are then painted in a suitable color.
Creating rhythm sections
Create sections with wall moldings
Also, moldings are used to divide the space into sections.
This technique is well suited for a one-room apartment or studio apartment, in which there is a need to divide the space into zones.
Additional line of ceiling molding
Applying moldings to the ceiling
This decorative technique can be used in rooms with high ceilings.
Around the perimeter of the room, just below the ceiling molding, is a thinner molding.
The strip formed by these decorative elements can be pasted over with the same wallpaper as the rest of the wall surface, or with contrasting ones.
Framing photos and decorative elements
Pictures or photos are also framed with moldings
A very popular way of using moldings in the interior is framing photographs, paintings, mirrors, murals and other decorative elements.
There are special frames that are glued to the wall. They can be painted in any color, and the shape can be chosen to suit the style of the interior as a whole.
Use cases
Interior elements made of polyurethane are produced in a wide range of products. Decorative elements of stucco molding are ceiling rosettes for a chandelier, they allow you to designate interior arches and openings, from individual products you can assemble a fireplace portal, make frames for a picture from molding or frame a mirror. You can also decorate the facades of a furniture set, make frames for panels, use a decorative overlay to decorate a door leaf, walls, create an antique architectural style using capitals, caissons, garlands, pilasters, and so on.
For walls
Traditionally, wall skirting boards are used to create a beautiful transition from wall surface to ceiling. Various types of polyurethane products can be used to decorate a room.
Frieze - externally looks like a plinth of various widths, on which a variety of ornaments from figured or floral compositions are placed as decoration. The frieze is used to decorate walls in order to create an elegant and attractive interior.
For mirrors
With the help of polyurethane strips, you can beautifully decorate mirrors, and not only those that are in a regular room, but also those located in the bathroom. The polymer material is resistant to moisture, so this decoration can become a highlight in interior design. For finishing the mirrors, straight moldings are used - smooth or having a textured surface in the form of an ornament.
For ceilings
Some design concepts when decorating walls and ceilings with polyurethane fillets include the use of ceiling rosettes as well as decorative beams.
- The ceiling socket is used to mask the fixing elements of a ceiling chandelier or other lamps. The design of the rosettes, as a rule, contains the same artistic elements as in the details of the decor of walls, ceilings or furniture. Thus, a single concept is created that creates a sophisticated and sophisticated interior. The shape of the rosette for the ceiling can be varied - oval, circle, polygon, rhombus, trapezoid, square.
- A decorative beam is a ceiling decoration element that imitates wooden board floors made in private buildings. Typically, ceiling beams are used for interior decoration in Provence, loft or country style. Polyurethane beams mimic massive parts, but are lightweight. Since these products have a cavity inside, they can be wired or installed with backlights.
Ceiling decoration creates a sense of completeness and solidity in the room. The use of overhead decor is most often used in rooms where the ceiling height is not lower than the 3-meter mark.
For doors
To decorate the door leaves, they use volumetric bas-reliefs or small elements located in a symmetrical direction to each other. With the help of polyurethane elements, it is possible to achieve an imitation of expensive wood carvings. However, polyurethane linings significantly reduce the cost of the door leaf, while at the same time creating an unusual appearance for the most ordinary door.
What are the functions of interior moldings?
Ceiling decoration with moldings
Interior moldings can decorate ceilings, walls, door and window openings, arches, and furniture.Since the moldings are different in shape and at the same time can be absolutely any in color, we can safely say that they will easily fit into any interior.
If you paint the moldings with gilding and choose wallpaper that matches the style, you can recreate the atmosphere of the classicism era, and with the help of dark contrasting panels located in the corners of the room, you can give your home an oriental flavor.
But there are other goals that can be achieved using moldings. For example, hide some wall defects
Moldings will help divert attention from irregularities, and in combination with liquid wallpaper will visually make the surface almost perfect
They are also used to cover the joint between the ceiling and walls (the so-called ceiling plinths and cornices). Moldings are also applicable for additional protection of wallpaper (for example, on the outer corners of arched openings).
Manufacturers
The choice of polyurethane decorative products on the Russian market is represented by products of both domestic and foreign manufacturers.
- Europlast company. The products are distributed in all regions of the country and occupy a fairly large market segment. Several new collections are released annually, which do not remain in stock due to the high demand for these products from consumers. The company "Europlast" manufactures products that in quality can easily compete with products of foreign manufacturers. Prices for polyurethane stucco molding from the Europlast company are lower than for similar imported goods.
- Trade mark "Harmony". The products are of high quality and low cost. Since 2007, this brand has been conquering the Russian market of polyurethane products. The assortment is diverse, all products undergo quality control directly on the territory of production, as well as in the warehouses of the enterprise.
- Orac Decor is a world famous Belgian company. Produces stucco moldings of the elite class. The cost of the products is high, but it is justified by the high level of quality and original design. The decor of this brand is famous for its European sophistication.
- Gaudi Decor is a Malaysian brand that was one of the first to enter the Russian market. The quality of the products is high, but the price is quite affordable. The assortment line consists of at least 900 product names.
- NMC is a Belgian brand that produces high quality polyurethane stucco moldings. The company's assortment includes products with classic designs and ornaments that imitate traditional plaster moldings. The decor of the NMC brand is lightweight, even with large dimensions of products.
- Solind is a Chinese manufacturer that produces a wide range of decors at a low cost. The products are of high quality and are intended for the mass consumer. Solind products may be contracted by other brands, although all of these products are manufactured in the same facility.
- Perfect is a Chinese brand that completely copies Solid brand products. They are of similar quality and low cost.
The price level for polyurethane stucco molding depends on the brand of the manufacturer and the level of quality of the products. There are low-grade imitations on the market that imitate collections of well-known brands and sell them at a low price.
Subtleties of installation
Installation of polyurethane stucco molding is not particularly difficult, but before gluing the decor, it is necessary to perform certain preparatory work.
- In order not to overpay for the purchase of an excessive amount of expensive material, it is necessary to calculate the required quantity before purchasing products. To do this, you need to measure the room and determine the dimensions of the decorative elements. Having decided on the volume of the purchase, you need to add 5% of the volume to the total amount of material for unforeseen situations.
- A good glue is required for the polyurethane to adhere securely.Usually, liquid nails are used for these purposes.
- You will need a miter box, a sharp knife, or a miter saw to cut the material.
- You can glue polyurethane moldings to a surface leveled with a putty. Pasting of walls with wallpaper is performed after the installation of decorative elements.
- For cutting the material, it is convenient to use a miter box, which allows you to cut the baguette at an angle of 45 °. When two such parts are joined, a tight connection occurs without gaps. If the walls are curved and a gap has formed, remove it with acrylic sealant or putty.
For quick and high-quality installation of polyurethane stucco moldings, certain rules are followed.
Installation starts from the far corner of the room. An adhesive composition is applied to the molding, it is evenly distributed over the surface of the workpiece, then the product is brought to the wall and pressed against it with the side treated with glue
During pressing, excess glue will come out, they must be immediately removed with a damp cloth.
Pressing the baguette to the surface to be decorated, you must act carefully so as not to leave deep dents on the workpiece.
Mirror Decorating Ideas
Perhaps, almost everyone knows the amazing property of mirrors - the expansion of the space of the room, making it visually larger than the actual size, and the role of stylish interior decoration.
You can decorate mirrors with various materials, available in sufficient quantities for everyone. And your irrepressible imagination and great desire will embody into reality any ideas for decorating mirrors, moreover, made with your own hands, which will make your creation truly invaluable and unique.
The main field for creativity in decorating mirrors is not the mirror surface, but its framing, i.e. frame. To decorate it, you do not need special knowledge or work experience, this process is quite accessible to everyone, the main thing is to have good taste and be creative in the design process.
