How to choose a ceiling plinth: types by material, texture, shape, size, color, design, type of ceiling

Modern technologies used in apartment design are difficult to imagine without finishing work on ceilings. The overall impression of the condition of the premises largely depends on the quality of the finishing of the ceiling surface. In some cases, the interior of the premises depends on the types of ceiling designs.

Today, a variety of methods and options are used to decorate ceilings, each of which differs in the cost of materials and labor intensity. However, when working with ceilings at the final stage, you cannot do without decorative elements - ceiling skirting boards. Another name for these consumables, common among specialists and professionals, is ceiling borders. Let’s try to understand in more detail what these consumables are and what their significance is for ceiling design.

Types of skirting boards for ceilings

Materials used for manufacturing.

Skirting	Description	Photo
Polyurethane.	Durable, elastic, bends well and is suitable for decorating even rounded surfaces. It successfully replicates stucco molding, complex ornaments and patterns, and is suitable for painting with any paints.
Wood.	Made from various types of wood. Such ceiling moldings look very expensive and add aristocracy to the interior.	Read also:  Scheme for insulating walls with polystyrene foam from the outside and the optimal thickness of insulation for a brick house for siding
Made from polystyrene foam.	It is characterized by low price and easy installation. The only negative is that it is very fragile and does not bend at all.
PVC (polyvinyl chloride).	Durable, easy to maintain and install. Such models are easy to cut, fit perfectly and can be painted multiple times in different colors.
Polystyrene.	Extruded polystyrene plinth fits perfectly to the wall and ceiling. It washes well and is also easy to paint.
Duropolymer.	Eco-friendly, hard material, resistant to mechanical stress and perfect for rooms with high humidity.
Plaster.	It has an exclusive, aesthetic and rich look. Gypsum models are very reliable, environmentally friendly and fire resistant.

Types of ceiling skirting boards

Nowadays, baguettes with the following qualities are popular:

• aesthetics;
• beautiful decor;
• practicality;
• functionality.

Manufacturers try to satisfy customer requests and produce a wide range of curtain rods for every taste, for various purposes and in different price categories. In specialized stores you can find ceiling plinths of various configurations, styles, materials, colors and decorative solutions.

To make the right choice, you must first decide for what purpose the cornice is needed:

• to give the finish a finished look;
• as an important element that complements the interior style that will decorate the room;
• as a channel for electrical wiring;
• to hide gaps between walls and suspended ceilings;
• to install LED strip lighting;
• as string decorative cornices for curtains over windows;
• to hide imperfections after local repairs at the junctions of walls and ceilings or an unattractive corner.

According to the assigned tasks, one or another option is selected.

The material used to make the fillets is also important. In modern construction, a mandatory requirement for ceiling plinths is light weight. This reduces the load on the fastening and also eliminates the possibility of injury to people if the baguette falls.

Modern moldings are made from several materials:

• polystyrene foam;
• polyvinyl chloride;
• polystyrene;
• polyurethane;
• wood;
• gypsum

The last two types are gradually losing popularity, as they have been replaced by new ones that have many advantages.

Foam plastic - a budget option

With a minimum budget for finishing work, foam fillets would be the best option. They have the following positive qualities:

• light weight. Among all the baguettes on the market, the lightest are foam ones;
• easy installation. Due to their low weight, these products can be easily installed independently and do not require the assistance of assistants. Also, when installing them you will not need any special tools. They are cut with an ordinary stationery knife and glued to the joints;
• cheapness. This material is cheaper than others. However, its price does not affect the quality. But you still need to carefully select parts so as not to buy with defects.

Among the disadvantages of foam skirting boards are:

• low fire resistance. The base material of such baguettes is extruded polystyrene foam; it is highly flammable and burns quickly. Therefore, they are not suitable as a basis for highlighting or hiding electrical wiring;
• instability to mechanical damage. Such products are very fragile and therefore require careful handling. Traces remain on them even after not too much pressure;
• may become deformed from exposure to some glue. You should carefully select the adhesive for foam plastic, since certain solutions corrode the raw material.

Foam cornices will look good in inexpensive interior solutions. And when placed next to the rich decoration of the room, a completely unharmonious combination will arise.

Polyvinyl chloride

The cost of PVC skirting boards is not too different from the previous type. At the same time, they are more practical. The advantages of the material include:

• excellent fire resistance. The products are non-flammable, therefore suitable for installation in the kitchen and other places with an increased risk of fire;
• easy to install and low maintenance;
• are difficult to mechanical damage and are resistant to UV rays. When installing polyvinyl chloride moldings, no special care is required. They also do not deteriorate from prolonged exposure to sunlight, which allows them to be used in rooms with bright daylight;
• wide choice of colors;
• moisture resistance. Thanks to this quality, PVC skirting boards are widely used for finishing joints in bathrooms, laundries and other rooms with high humidity levels. However, they cannot be installed in saunas and baths, as they melt under high temperature.

Polyvinyl chloride curtain rods also have negative sides:

• insufficient width to hide serious defects;
• Possibility of installation only on flat surfaces;
• unsuitable for installation near heating systems and in rooms with high temperature conditions.

In addition to the usual ones, there are special flat moldings with increased flexibility, designed to hide the joints between harpoon baguettes and the stretch ceiling fabric.

Also, one of the types of PVC skirting boards is a product used in rooms decorated with plastic lining or with a single-level slatted ceiling. Such baguettes are equipped with a full-length longitudinal rim, into which lining panels with a chamfer can be conveniently inserted.

Polystyrene is a competitor to more expensive moldings

These baguettes have enough advantages that they compete with many materials:

• a wide range of models allows you to choose the option that is most in harmony with the interior;
• can be painted, so you can easily change or refresh its color;
• makes it possible to install television, telephone and other cables due to the presence of a cavity;
• the plasticity of the product allows you to reliably hide defects in the surface of the walls or ceiling, however, the cornice itself becomes uneven if it follows the lines of finishing defects;
• reasonable prices (lower than plastic, but slightly higher than the cost of foam products).

The disadvantages of polystyrene are:

• susceptibility to damage, which is why you need to handle sharp objects carefully during installation;
• incomplete resistance to fire, although it does not flare up so quickly;
• damage by some adhesives.

The material can also be used to frame rounded bay windows. Preliminary sanding on the reverse side helps improve the adherence of the baseboard to the surface.

Polyurethane

Polyurethane fillets have a lower price than gypsum and wood, but have excellent properties:

• durable and resistant to damage due to high density;
• have an expressive texture, thanks to which every feature of the design stands out perfectly;
• suitable for mounting LED lighting;
• presented in a wide range of styles;
• easy to paint.

Modern manufacturers also offer flexible moldings made from a mixture of polyurethane and rubber. These products allow you to realize the most extraordinary fantasies of designers, since they can take on any shape.

This material has virtually no disadvantages. The only thing is that some types of such baguettes are unsuitable for installation at the joints of suspended and two-level ceilings.

Tree

Wooden skirting boards are now almost never used. They are practically not found in stores, but can be made to order. Of course, they have a lot of advantages, the main one of which is environmental friendliness. However, they quickly deteriorate under the influence of temperature changes, have a high price, and their installation is a labor-intensive and complex process.

Gypsum

The main advantage of plaster cornices is the ability to realize any decorative ideas. Stamped products are not distinguished by sophistication, but custom-made products are exclusive. It's also not too difficult to make them yourself if you have certain skills.

However, the material is easily susceptible to mechanical damage, is one of the most expensive and requires complex installation work.

Varieties of skirting board textures

The main types that are classified according to texture parameters:

• Smooth. It has a flat, smooth surface, without indentations, patterns or ornaments. It looks discreet and is great for decorating almost any interior.
• Extruded. It is distinguished by longitudinal recesses with ready-made grooves.
• Injection. It has a convex relief surface and has a granular structure. Such ceiling fillets are an independent decoration.

The photo shows an injection ceiling fillet in a beige shade.

What sizes are there?

There are two main types: wide and narrow. Other tips for choosing the size will be listed below.

Narrow

Size range from 10 to 50 mm. Thin, laconic fillets are suitable for small rooms with low ceilings.

Wide

Allows you to visually smooth out corners and hide imperfections and unevenness of the walls. It has a range from 160 to 350 mm, and is most often used for decorating spacious rooms.

Curb width

Nowadays, in stores you can find borders ranging in width from one to twenty centimeters inclusive. Therefore, the choice is very large and you cannot do it at random.

Be sure to take the following factors into account:

1. Firstly, it is a purely psychological factor. According to some psychologists, an angular room makes a person more aggressive, while rounded edges create a peaceful and calm atmosphere. It is unknown to what extent this is true, but the sensations are indeed different. Therefore, keep in mind that the greater the width, the more rounded the room will be. But don’t overdo it, so as not to create something like a cocoon from your own apartment.
2. Secondly, the wider the border, the better it will hide imperfections at the junction. Therefore, the ideality of the work performed will also affect the choice of width.

3. Thirdly, it is obvious that a wide border takes up more room space, so pay attention to this if your room and ceiling are not the largest size.

Varieties of fillet shapes

There are several types:

• Straight. The traditional and most common option, which is found in almost any interior.
• Flexible (soft). Such radius baguettes allow you to organize smooth shapes, thereby hiding imperfections, crooked corners and flaws in the ceiling space.
• With cable channel. They have additional internal space in which you can hide wires.

Each of the listed forms carries a certain focus and functionality.

How to choose the width of the plinth

The length that is most often found on sale is 200 cm. Of course, other sizes are also available, allowing you to choose the best option. But more attention should be paid to the width of the product. So, many designers prefer wider options. This is due to the following factors:

• This fillet allows you to visually smooth out the corners. The room is not so rectangular, which reduces the irritation of the people in it.
• The wide ceiling plinth hides numerous irregularities and defects. For example, existing differences in height are most noticeable in the corners.
• This is an excellent solution when a suspended ceiling is installed on uneven walls.

A wide baseboard is an excellent option for high ceilings.
But keep in mind that you also need to take into account the height of the room. So, for low rooms, a less wide option is suitable, which will not look too bulky. The optimal size is thirty-five millimeters. For high ceilings, fillets are selected based on the fact that they will be more than sixty millimeters. A medium-width skirting board is a universal solution for any situation.

What color are the skirting boards?

Colored fillets change the overall perception of the interior and the room as a whole. In addition, ceiling plinths can be painted independently in any color.

• White.
• Black.
• Gold.
• Brown.
• Beige.
• Grey.
• Chromium.
• Yellow.
• Blue.
• Green.

The photo shows a narrow yellow ceiling fillet in the dining room interior.

To visually expand the space, use baguettes that match the color of the ceiling; to increase the height of the room, use ceiling plinths that match the color of the walls.

The most popular skirting boards: polyurethane and PVC

Often, little attention is paid to ceiling fittings when designing home decor. First of all, it is important that the baseboard is in perfect harmony with the color of the walls. Numerous design ideas prove that modern ceiling surface design guarantees an impressive effect throughout the room. Which skirting boards are most in demand today? Of course, from polyurethane and PVC.

Ceiling plinth made of polyurethane

Polyurethane skirting boards are considered to be of the highest quality and the most expensive of all types of fittings in this range of interior design finishing materials. Polyurethane has the following characteristics:

• easy;
• lasting;
• resistant to temperature changes and moisture;
• flexible;
• does not absorb odors;
• durable, as it can be used for up to 30 years;
• does not emit harmful substances;
• does not rot;
• Can be painted in absolutely any color.

But polyurethane ceiling plinths cannot be used near lighting and heating devices. However, this material is used to make a ceiling fitting in any style. Designs can be straight, wide and narrow, patterned, as well as in the form of ornaments, plants and other embossing. Since decorative elements made of polystyrene are produced in the same way as plaster, but several times simpler, installing moldings is not difficult for any type of ceiling.

PVC ceiling plinth - an economical option

If you don’t have enough money to buy a polyurethane profile, then choose PVC skirting boards. It is obtained by heating polystyrene granules placed in a special mold. Among the advantages of this type of molding are:

• versatility, as it can be installed on the floor and ceiling;
• durability;
• moisture resistance;
• resistance to mechanical loads;
• ease of assembly.

However, polystyrene foam boards cannot be used near lighting, heating devices, or at low room temperatures. PVC skirting boards decorate the room, but also act as a barrier against dirt and dust. The market offers a wide range of different designs, patterns and colors that imitate all kinds of wood and natural stone.

Design options and drawings

A huge variety of decor gives baguettes a more unique look.

• Stucco molding. Always looks expensive and respectable. It brings notes of antiquity and luxury with its appearance and is best combined with classic interiors.
• With inserts. Inserts can be made in various colors, for example white and gold or dark wenge and silver. They are selected in combination with the color of the ceiling or walls.
• Patterns and ornaments. They transform and enliven the ceiling space, deprive it of monotony and set a unified style for the room.
• Ladder. The original cross-section in the form of a ladder creates a stepped ledge, which is quite popular in the design of many interiors.

The photo shows a white wide ceiling molding in the shape of a ladder.

Baguettes with a variety of designs harmonize the decor, give the room a special character and simply look very impressive.

Color and style

You need to choose the color of the plinth taking into account the style of the interior:

1. Classic – white, beige, milky, gold, silver and pastel colors;

2. Provence prefers mint, blue and sand;
3. Provence prefers mint, blue and sand;

1. Empire style is a luxurious style, which is emphasized by gold, burgundy, brown and red baseboards;

2. Loft is a restrained and progressive style. It is appropriate to use shades of gray, white and black, sometimes blue and dark blue are acceptable;

3. Loft is a restrained and progressive style. It is appropriate to use shades of gray, white and black, sometimes blue and dark blue are acceptable;
4. High-tech – black, red, blue will do.

Choosing the color of the plinth is difficult, but with the right selection you can achieve tremendous results.

Color selection

Stores sell ready-made skirting boards in different shades and white ones intended for painting. In the second case, you can choose any shade and paint it, which is not difficult. But before choosing, you need to familiarize yourself with the basic recommendations:

1. If the walls and ceiling are painted the same color, the baseboard should stand out against their background, otherwise the surfaces will merge. A white plinth or any other will do, which will look contrasting with the walls and match them, match the style and be present in the interior;

1. For rooms with low ceilings, it is recommended to use baseboards that match the walls to raise them a little. In this case, the color of the ceiling should be lighter, otherwise the opposite effect will occur;
2. In a room with a small area, skirting boards are selected identical to the ceiling so that they merge as much as possible. As a result, the room will expand a little, because there will be no boundaries on the ceiling and at the same time it will be completed;

3. In a room with a small area, skirting boards are selected identical to the ceiling so that they merge as much as possible. As a result, the room will expand a little, because there will be no boundaries on the ceiling and at the same time it will be completed;

1. It's difficult to choose a color, choose white. It is ideal for all rooms decorated in different shades and styles. Any subsequent layer when repainting fits equally well on it;
2. The contrasting color looks vibrant and original. The plinth immediately catches the eye and clearly demarcates the surfaces, highlighting strict lines. In this case, you need to be extremely careful when choosing a tone in order to achieve a positive result.

3. The contrasting color looks vibrant and original. The plinth immediately catches the eye and clearly demarcates the surfaces, highlighting strict lines. In this case, you need to be extremely careful when choosing a tone in order to achieve a positive result.

Basic rules for choosing skirting board color

There are three basic rules by which you can correctly determine the color of the moldings. They are selected:

• to match the color of the floor. In this case, the baseboard will not attract attention; it should simply harmoniously complement the flooring;
• to match the color scheme of the walls. Selecting floor frames to match the shade of the walls is a little more difficult, especially if their decoration contains several shades;
• to match the color of the doors. This option provides that the baseboards will become a natural continuation of the interior doors. Therefore, they must be made of the same material as the doors.

Our gallery will demonstrate how these floor framing options look in the interior.

Skirting to match the color of the flooring

If you are in doubt what the color of the floor planks should be, match them to the shade of the floor. This way there will be no risk of making a mistake with the shade of the frame.

Wood looks very beautiful in the interior. Solid wood floor planks - quality, beauty and durability. The floor and its frame made of natural dark brown wood emphasize the shape of the room, clearly separating its surfaces.

Recommendation: you can highlight the texture of wood and protect it with varnish.

The frame and floor made of bog oak look very large

If the interior of the room is designed in light colors, give preference to light brown or beige skirting boards (ash, walnut). A floor with such a frame seems soft and calm.

An example of how well a light wooden floor and ash planks look

If you have laminate flooring, it is better to choose skirting boards of the same color or as close as possible to it. For these purposes, you can use wooden, laminated, veneered or PVC products that imitate the texture of natural wood (oak, beech, mahogany, cork).

Plain frame to match the color and texture of the laminate

In a room with a tiled floor, the baseboard can be made of ceramic strips. Combined with the tiles is a PVC frame with a mirror effect, which gives a glossy shine.

White edging in the interior

Today, white floor plinth is at the peak of popularity. This paint is often used to decorate ceilings and window slopes, so a white floor frame will harmonize with these surfaces. White skirting boards for the floor are the new squeak of interior fashion. It's stylish and impressive. White planks also visually expand the room.

White plinth in the interior attracts attention

Depending on what material the main flooring is made of, the material of the plank is also selected. So, if the floor is made of solid bleached oak or parquet, then the ideal solution would be to install a white wooden baseboard.

Emphasis on contrast - dark floor, light baseboard

In large spacious rooms, a wide white baseboard would be appropriate. As a rule, polyurethane products are used for these purposes. A white high plinth for the polyurethane floor will add solidity to the room, especially in combination with molding, or snow-white ceiling moldings, columns. Wide planks not only serve as a decorative element, but also protect the lower part of the wall.

The wide white plinth with laminate looks very impressive. Moreover, it does not have to be the same color as the floor covering - a few light accents in the room are enough.

Note: white floor frames require careful and regular care and cleaning, because dust and dirt are clearly visible on it.

If after repairs it is necessary to hide the wires, then a PVC frame with a cable channel is suitable for this. It has many shades and textures, but the white plastic plinth will give a highlight to the interior. Until recently, the selection of planks was carried out to match the color of the floor, but today they are already moving away from these traditions. You can use a white floor plinth, which will hide the wires and give neatness to the interior.

Colored contrasting floor frames

White skirting boards contrast with the dark floor covering, but for those who like more daring solutions, there are other options. Baguettes can be matched to the color of the door, window frames, furniture, decorative elements. Contrasting interior design, doors and wenge floor skirting boards stand out against a light background, photo

A bold but very interesting decorative move is the use of black edging in the interior. It will look appropriate against the background of black and white tiles, as well as other bright decorative elements.

Black skirting board looks impressive in combination with other bright shades in the interior (yellow, red)

If there are several colors in the decoration of the room, then one of them can be repeated in the floor edging. Also a win-win option is bright baguettes to match the furniture.

The color of the baseboard may not be repeated in the decoration, but one detail in the design of the room is enough with which it would be in harmony. This could be furniture, curtains, picture frames, ceiling cornices, arched openings, textiles.

You can choose a frame of a complex shade, which is not present at all in the design of the room, but is a mixture of the shades present.

Remember: white or any bright contrasting baseboards are only appropriate if they are supported by other decorative elements in the room.

For what types of ceilings can decorative skirting boards be used?

The main types of ceiling coverings to which fillets are applied:

• Stretch ceiling. Such a plinth not only protects and hides cracks and gaps between the walls and ceiling, but is also a rather original element of decorative finishing.
• Suspended ceiling made of plasterboard. For plasterboard two-level or multi-level structures, almost any model will be appropriate. Skirting boards made of polyurethane or polystyrene look especially natural with suspended ceilings.
• Wooden clapboard ceiling. Wooden figured and carved fillets in combination with the identical texture of the ceiling look luxurious and are in perfect harmony with each other.
• PVC panels. Plastic baguettes are better suited here, as they will noticeably highlight and emphasize the design of the entire ceiling.
• Ceiling tiles. Skirting boards will not only complete the overall design, but will also greatly simplify the gluing of ceiling tiles along the edge of the ceiling.

The photo shows a wooden openwork baguette in combination with ceiling lining.

Such models create a single composition on the ceiling and an additional geometric effect.

The photo shows a two-level plasterboard ceiling structure with polystyrene baguettes.

Types of ceiling borders

Expanded polystyrene borders

Polystyrene foam borders in the bathroom
Ceiling polystyrene foam borders are a high-quality, durable and reliable material.

Its important properties include:

1. It has high thermal insulation qualities that allow it to retain heat.
2. The expanded polystyrene border does not collapse under the influence of moisture, so it can be installed in rooms with high humidity.
3. When producing ceiling borders (plinths) from polystyrene foam, all environmental standards are observed. It does not contain harmful and toxic substances.
4. They are very light and therefore, when installing them, it is not necessary to use very expensive glue.

Polyurethane borders

Polyurethane border

Polyurethane ceiling borders (plinths) replaced plaster and wood not so long ago. But very quickly they became leaders in the interior decoration market.

And this is easily explained: ceiling borders made of polyurethane are more durable and easier to use than those made of gypsum. If we compare them with wooden ones, then polyurethane ones are more versatile.

And currently, polyurethane borders are the best type of ceiling framing. And this is important from both a practical and aesthetic point of view.

Polyurethane, compared to expanded polystyrene, is more flexible, denser and, accordingly, heavier. It does not break or crumble, so its use is more diverse.

Photos in the interior of the rooms

Baguettes can become an indispensable and main decoration of any room.

Bathroom

Galleys allow you to beautifully decorate your bathroom, give it the desired appearance or set the style.

Kitchen

Classic simple ceiling models made of polyurethane or polystyrene, which are resistant to high humidity and are easy to clean, would be appropriate here. It is advisable to choose wooden skirting boards for the kitchen without unnecessary patterns and ornaments.

Living room

Baguettes can completely change the interior of the living room, create unusual color and shade combinations and simply decorate the ceiling space.

The photo shows a small room with ash-colored ceiling moldings.

Balcony

To decorate a small balcony, narrow baguettes are suitable, which will visually balance and balance the narrow space.

Children's

Properly selected baseboard colors will allow you to create a harmonious design for the nursery, create smooth color transitions on the ceiling and thereby add additional height to the room.

Justification for using curbs

One of the main advantages of any borders and, in fact, the main purpose of their use is interior decoration. Together with the ceiling and walls, they can form a wonderful combination that emphasizes the positive aspects of the room. It is very important for builders to be able to disguise minor errors that arose during the work and resulted in inconsistencies at the junction of the ceiling and walls. This applies to both wall and ceiling repairs. Sometimes a border can be used to cover the protruding edges of tiles in a bathroom or toilet.

And you will agree that, in general, a room with borders on the ceiling looks much more comfortable than without them. Observe how they are installed among your friends and acquaintances. Note that in most cases they are not painted, since there is no need to mask the presence of these elements. But if necessary, you won’t need anything special for painting, since borders are painted easily and quickly, retaining their color for a long time.

A selection of photos of skirting boards in various styles

A wide variety of models and decor allows you to choose an option for a room with any style direction.

Modern

Models of a simple shape with simple lines will look especially organic in this style. Thanks to their versatility and huge selection, they will allow you to create a stylish and modern design.

Classical

Plaster, wooden or polyurethane skirting boards with carved patterns, stucco or gilding are perfect for interiors designed in a classic style.

Loft

This style does not involve intricate decoration. Light fillets with a simple and laconic design are suitable here.

The photo shows a wide white ceiling fillet in a loft-style bedroom.

High tech

Skirting boards with clear lines and shapes, smooth, decorated with lighting, will look unusual and emphasize the futuristic and fantasy interior.

Minimalism

Thin baguettes with a discreet design, made in discreet colors, will harmoniously resonate with the rest of the minimalist decor, and will not attract unnecessary attention.

Scandinavian

White fillets without frills would be especially appropriate here, emphasizing the restraint and coldness of the Nordic style.

The photo shows a white ceiling fillet in a Scandinavian-style living room.

Design

The ceiling plinth in the interior is not in last place, so when choosing, you should focus not only on its size, but also on the color, texture and ornament.

Colored ceiling plinth

The color of the cornice can visually change the room, for example, if the shade of the wall and the baseboard match, this will visually reduce the height of the room, and the same color molding and ceiling, on the contrary, will visually make the room taller.

Ceiling plinths in a color contrasting with the walls can also reduce the height of the room, which should be taken into account, but at the same time they will add uniqueness to the interior. In this case, the baguette should be combined with the rest of the interior elements, in particular with furniture, flooring, etc.

As for shape and ornament, it is better to focus on the following principles:

• The drawing is selected according to the style of the room. For example, an interior in a classic style involves the use of cornices with rich decor, imitating stucco, or wood with skillful carvings. The English style is emphasized by wide, smooth skirting boards, possibly tinted. For minimalist interiors, thin fillets without ornament or with a geometric pattern are suitable.
• It is more appropriate to use a three-dimensional pattern on plain walls so as not to burden the interior, especially for small rooms.
• If you choose a baguette with a pattern, then the latter must be combined with one of the surfaces so that the transition from one plane to another is as smooth as possible.

Ceiling plinth: wide or narrow?

The complex shape and relief of the moldings significantly complicates the fit; in this case, you can use special corner elements.

Illuminated skirting board ideas

The LED strip gives the baguettes an even more original and unique look. This lighting goes well with other lighting fixtures, such as a chandelier, sconce or spotlights.

The photo shows a children's room with a wide ceiling molding decorated with lighting.

How to prepare a baseboard for painting

Products are cut to the required size. If the first method is chosen, the strips are laid out on newspaper or film.

In the second case, they stick it on, putty on it and wait for it to dry. The excess is removed with fine sandpaper or trimmed with a knife.

Dust is removed from the baguettes and the surface is degreased. It is not necessary to prime, paints adhere well to polystyrene foam.

Examples for non-standard ceilings

The functionality of skirting boards makes it possible to use them even in non-standard solutions.

Two-level

On such a ceiling, baguettes look especially beautiful. In addition, they allow you to hide transitions between levels.

The photo shows a two-level ceiling structure, decorated with wide plinths.

Sloping ceiling

Skirting boards for a sloping ceiling on the attic floor in a country house or wooden house must be flexible in order to neatly frame numerous corners in the room.

Rounded

Radius fillets are perfect for rounded ceilings. Such elastic models will easily allow you to decorate semicircular corners without unnecessary problems.

Features of installing a ceiling border

The border on the ceiling is installed before wallpapering, when it is planned to paint it and the plasterboard ceiling in the same color.

After installing the border, carefully putty all the cracks. Experienced builders recommend installing curbs using acrylic sealant. If the border is installed on wallpaper, it is best to use polymer adhesive.

Tip: To prevent the glue from staining the wallpaper, you should use special masking tape.

How to choose a ceiling fillet?

A few recommendations for choosing a ceiling molding:

• The fillets should preferably be combined with the color of the ceiling or walls. This way you can create a more cohesive composition.
• Wide ceiling moldings hide defects and imperfections in the room well.
• For low ceilings, you should not use bulky skirting boards, as they visually hide the height of the room.

Table of correspondence between room size and baseboard width

Correct size ratio.

Room height	Recommended skirting board width
Less than 2.5 m	Up to 40 mm
2.5 - 3 m	No wider than 70 mm
More than 3 m	80 mm or more
Narrow and high rooms	70 mm + molding

What is foam molding

Wide ceiling borders in a modern interior

From English “molding” or “molding” is translated as “cast part”. This definition may include a plank, frame, strip, panel or any other polyurethane overlay element used for room decoration.

Essentially, it is a convex bar with a cross section. The width may vary, and the length does not exceed 2.4 meters. Moldings are also called baseboards or borders, depending on the location of their installation.

Finishing the room with polyurethane

Molding mostly performs a decorative function in the interior. With the help of such details, the external appearance of the room is transformed beyond recognition, acquiring its own individuality and uniqueness. Wall elements (baguettes) can be used to frame paintings, mirrors and photo frames.

Ceiling borders in a modern interior

Can be used as an independent decorative element to create a textured composition on the ceiling or wall.

Combine effectively with stained glass elements in a suspended ceiling design

Like any decorative overlay element, molding can bring practical benefits:

1. Protect the surfaces of protrusions and corners from damage due to mechanical stress;
2. Mask an unevenness on the wall, a crack or a joint formed by finishing materials;
3. Visually transform the room through proper placement of decorative elements - make it visually taller, wider or longer;
4. Visually divide the space into several separate segments.

Gilded decorative elements

How do they differ in appearance:

In the form of borders with an ornament or design on the front surface;	border with a pattern
In the form of smooth overlay elements;	smooth surface border
In the form of round and oval elements with patterns;	Decorative rosette with patterns
In the form of round and oval elements with a smooth surface;	Decorative rosette with smooth surface
In the form of flexible products (flex);	Flexible
Manufacturers offer a large selection of corner elements, which are necessary for masking the joint between individual parts of skirting boards when creating frames.	Corner element