When the repair is almost finished, looking at the corners where the ceiling meets the walls, and the uneven edges of the pasted wallpaper, you want to achieve completeness. In this case, baguettes and skirting boards will help. They perfectly hide all irregularities and complement the overall interior.

When choosing the type of baguettes and their quantity, you should pay attention to several nuances:

• the size of the room;

• ceiling and wall material;

• baguette material.

Each material a baguette is made of has its own advantages and disadvantages. You need to know them so that the work when gluing products is quick. This requires some skill, but this science can be mastered by anyone. If the walls and ceiling have large irregularities, then it is recommended to entrust the gluing to the master.

Baguette or skirting board?

Today, on the Internet, you can find two concepts: a baguette and a plinth. The question arises: what is the difference between them? By and large, these two concepts mean the same interior detail.

The main difference between the two is width. A baguette is a product more than 5 cm wide, which is made of plaster, wood, foam. Another of its main characteristics is the relief pattern, ovals. The skirting board is usually made of polystyrene without a pattern, its width is less than 5 cm.

Varieties of ceiling baguettes

The modern market presents a wide assortment when choosing this product by model, size, material, relief and color. It can have a laconic shape or carved molding. Sticks tightly to the ceiling and wall. But if it is planned to carry out LED lighting, then it is glued only to the wall with an indent of a few centimeters from the ceiling.

The same tone of the ceiling and baguette is considered a laconic combination. But there are many styles in which you can choose the color to match the walls or wallpaper. Or, in general, you can perform finishing that will successfully delimit the walls from the ceiling. In any case, you need to select this part of the decor in such a way that at the end you get a harmonious look of the interior.

• Gypsum is attached to alabaster. It is undesirable to paint the product. The material has good moisture resistance.

• Wood. This material is attached with nails or self-tapping screws, the caps of which are masked with putty, and it is also mounted on a special glue. The product can be painted. Beware of high humidity. The material is durable and environmentally friendly, it gives the interior a rich look.

• Polyurethane. When gluing this material, a silicone sealant is used. There will be no difficulties with small irregularities. Such baguettes are glued before the walls and ceiling are finished. The material is not afraid of moisture and temperature extremes. The polyurethane material is the ideal solution for planning LED lighting. For the price, it is slightly more expensive than the others, but it looks more refined.

• Styrofoam. If the irregularities are more significant, then it is better to use a foam product. In this case, large gaps are filled with putty. You can attach products to putty or glue. They are characterized by good moisture resistance. If necessary, you can paint the material. It is light in weight and has a decent appearance at a low price.

• Plastic. To install plastic moldings, you need metal or wooden slats. Baguettes are attached to them using self-tapping screws. The material is lightweight, moisture resistant, and can be painted. Due to its flexibility, it is recommended for structures with ovals and curved lines. For the price, such a baguette is quite affordable.

Three basic steps before gluing

• Step 1. The first step is to calculate the amount of all material. To do this, you should know the perimeter of the room for which it is intended. Baguette sizes vary. For a large room, it will be more practical to take a longer length so that fewer joints are formed. For a smaller perimeter of the room, the length will need to be shorter.

Better to purchase the right amount with a small margin. After all, every work has flaws, and a small nuisance can happen to the working material - breakage, damage or lack of a very small piece.

For high-quality work, you will need special tools: a marking pencil, a knife with a sharp blade, a hacksaw for metal and a miter box, as well as a suitable glue for the material used.

• Step 2. When the surfaces have already been leveled with plaster or putty, painted, covered with wallpaper, it is the turn of gluing. If the baguette will subsequently be painted along with the ceiling, then a primer should be applied to the attachment point. Otherwise, no additional work is required.

If LED lighting is planned above the skirting board, markings should be made along the bottom gluing line. To do this, nails are hammered in the corners of the room with the necessary indent from the ceiling. Then, between adjacent nails, you need to stretch the cord along the wall, attach the plinth strip to the cord, and make pencil marks on the wall.

• Step 3. You should not pre-cut the material. It is better to do this during work, so as not to be mistaken in size. The edge of the product that reaches the corner must be cut with a miter box. This ensures that the cutting angle is correct, which will not lead to gaps at the joints.

If the gaps are still formed, you can fill them up with putty or hide them under decorative inserts. They can mask the joints of the outer and inner corners. This option is quite appropriate if you are not afraid of unnecessary expenses. A two-level ceiling is best done in this way.

We glue it ourselves. Step-by-step instruction

In order to perform gluing as quickly as possible, you must follow the instructions.

The polyurethane and foam material is attached in several stages:

• Sticking should start from the entrance to the room. At the joints and along the edges of the ceiling plinth, glue is applied, the plinth is applied according to the markings on the wall and pressed against it for a while. It is better to remove excess adhesive immediately with a damp cloth.
• Each next baguette is measured, the excess is cut off and glued in the same way. It is important to press down on the product with the palm of your hand, not your fingers. Otherwise, you can leave dents on it.

• When all the gluing work is completed, it remains only to putty the joints and let the whole structure dry. After drying, the putty areas should be wiped with fine sandpaper. After that, the baguette is covered with paint, if provided.

Wood

You will have to tinker with this material. But the whole time-consuming process is justified by the exquisite and luxurious appearance of such a finish.

It is important to follow the algorithm of work:

• The surface of the walls is leveled.
• The markup is in progress.
• Seams and edges should be well measured and then trimmed in a miter box.

• A light, small baguette can be easily glued to liquid nails. But a wide and heavy one is better to attach with self-tapping screws. Beforehand, you can grab it with glue to make it more convenient to work. Each next piece is measured to the desired length, the edge is cut with a hacksaw, and the corner part is cut in a miter box.
• The joints and heads of the nails are covered with putty. You need to let it dry and then clean it with sandpaper.
• The joints should be painted over with varnish or paint to match the color of the wood.

Sometimes the following technology is used: special small wooden corners are attached to the wall at a distance of about 40 cm from each other. The baguette is already fixed on these supports according to the steps described above.

PVC ceiling skirting board

In most cases, this material is used in bathrooms and kitchens where there is high humidity. In such products there is a special groove for connection with plastic panels, which are often sold as a set. Panels are used to decorate walls or ceilings. Plastic is very practical. It does not turn yellow over time, it is easy to clean. Installation is carried out only after the panels are installed in the corresponding grooves. You need to cut the PVC baguette with a hacksaw for metal.

• Attach the frame rail to the surface depending on where the panels will be located.
• The baguette is attached to the frame with staples or self-tapping screws. The edges are cut in the miter box with a hacksaw. The gaps formed during installation are covered with silicone.

Plaster baguettes

Such material is considered the most expensive and heavy, but at the same time very fragile. It is better to entrust the work with such a product to experienced craftsmen.

Choosing glue

Liquid polypropylene or acrylic nails can be considered a universal means for gluing baguettes. They fasten the product in one moment. So there is no need to hold the structure with your hands until it grabs.

After the repair work, the filler usually remains. Some craftsmen use it as an adhesive for baguettes. In the course of gluing, you can immediately close up the gaps and gaps that form between the wall and the baguette. But experts prefer glue solution. It sets quickly and holds the part firmly for a long time. The only drawback is that the solution is not suitable for foam baguettes. Silicone sealant can also be used as an adhesive. Only now it will be impossible to paint it later.

Stretch ceiling gluing

In the presence of stretch ceilings, the baguette is attached strictly to the wall, only closing the joint between the wall and the ceiling. Otherwise, you can hopelessly spoil not only the appearance of the two-level stretch ceiling, but also the canvas itself. After all, glue has the ability to pull together the surface, leaving waves and spots on it. Gentle gluing products will not work either. The smooth surface of the web requires a sufficiently aggressive adhesive with good adhesion strength. Therefore, it is difficult to glue anything to stretch ceilings.

Another important rule when installing ceiling moldings is that the stretch ceiling must be perfectly flat. Otherwise, in the presence of baguettes, the slightest irregularities of the canvas will be noticeable, which will be impossible to correct. After all, unfortunately, it will not work to putty the gaps between the stretch fabric and the baguette. Therefore, if there is no 100% certainty in the evenness of the ceiling, it is better to refuse gluing the baguettes, otherwise all defects will be visible.

The space from the canvas to the skirting board is almost invisible. It can be large if a backlight is provided. Any material can be used for stretch ceilings. Still, lighter raw materials (polyurethane or foam) will be easier to install.

Sometimes, after the completion of the renovation, there is no sense of integrity and harmony in the room. Neglecting decorating techniques can result in a visually unfinished interior. The ceiling molding can solve this problem - one of the most popular types of final decorative finishing of the room.

Baguette- This is a decorative frame along the line of joining of walls and ceiling in the form of a plank, used to decorate a home.

Decorative ceiling moldings-cornices have a high aesthetic and practical value in the interior. With their color, shape or size, they can emphasize exquisite wallpapers, soften the color transition between walls and ceilings, or gently walk along the border of combining various finishing materials. A ceiling molding can mask minor construction and renovation errors, an uneven seam between wallpaper, or imperfect corner geometry.

Materials for making ceiling moldings, their pros and cons

Ceiling moldings are made from a variety of materials. When choosing, you should be guided by the type of decoration in the room, the type of ceiling (painting, drywall, tension), style in the interior and on your own taste preferences.

Ceiling foam plinth

The most popular type of skirting board.

Advantages:

• The foam is very light, so it will not come off the wall under the weight of the weight, as is the case with wooden moldings.
• Flexibility.
• Ease of installation - the plinth is glued to the walls and ceiling with silicone sealant or special glue.
• Wide range of designs.
• Low cost.

Advice! If you want to save money on renovation - choose a ceiling foam skirting board. This is a practical, beautiful and economical solution!

Disadvantages:

• Fragility - it must be transported and installed very carefully.
• Polyfoam is a highly flammable material.

A natural wood baguette is considered the most expensive. It is installed using self-tapping screws on wooden triangular bars pre-fixed between the walls and the ceiling. The caps of the self-tapping screws are masked with decorative plugs or covered with a special putty if the baguette is supposed to be painted.

Advantages:

• Environmental friendliness.
• Noble wealthy species.
• Durability.

Disadvantages:

• High price.
• Lack of flexibility, difficulty in mounting on uneven areas.
• Heavy weight, extra installation effort.
• Sensitive to moisture and temperature extremes.
• A baguette made of wood is flammable.
• Susceptibility to infection by fungi and mold.

Advice! To extend the life of a wooden molding, treat it with an antifungal agent, and then periodically apply a special protective solution. Remember that the room in which the wood products are located must be regularly ventilated.

Varieties of shapes and sizes

When choosing a skirting board, you can find a great abundance of design forms and variations: from a laconic, restrained thin strip to a wide, carved, richly decorated baguette.

The width of the plank ranges from 3 to 25 cm, and individual individual pieces may exceed the maximum value.

Advice! Before deciding on the width of the acquired baguette, estimate the height of the ceilings in your home. In rooms with low ceilings, a plinth up to 10 cm wide will look more appropriate. Massive wide baguettes are suitable for rooms with high ceilings.

The choice of the shape and pattern of the ceiling baguette is no less diverse - these are curls and bas-reliefs, plant and animal ornaments, geometric and openwork patterns.

When choosing a ceiling skirting board, use our tips:

• A voluminous carved plinth will look impressive on a plain painted wall.
• If the wallpaper on the wall has a variegated floral ornament, soften the transition to the ceiling with a thin, strict baguette.
• The pattern on the baguette can overlap with patterns of other elements in the room - with wrought iron chair legs or picture frames.
• A strict, even baguette will enhance the feeling of elongation if there is a pattern of horizontal stripes on the walls. A plinth with a volumetric openwork ornament, or a baguette with a carved wavy bottom edge, will correct the situation.

Three simple tricks when choosing the color of the ceiling plinth:

• The color of the baguette matches the color of the ceiling.
• The baguette is painted to match the wall.
• The baguette has a bright, contrasting shade.

Due to the wide variety of decor and style, foam and polyurethane moldings can be used in both classic and modern interiors. For a minimalist style, a thin baguette in a restrained design is suitable. In the kitchen and bathroom, it is appropriate to use a moisture-resistant plastic skirting board.

Despite the high cost, a natural wood molding is durable, and even with aging, it will give the room a graceful vintage spirit. Carved wooden moldings look great in classic living rooms, and more modest and unpainted ones - in Mediterranean interiors and rooms in style provence.

Each part in the room should be framed, should have clear boundaries and carry a complete idea. To achieve this, we install interior doors, window frames, floor skirting boards. But we must not forget about the ceiling. There are many ways to frame this space as well. The most common is the use of ceiling moldings (also known as "skirting boards").

Ceiling baguettes are often used in modern interiors in various variations. You can create an exquisite Provence style, or make a strict design in a minimalist style. And for all this you will need to use a ceiling molding.

Ceiling baguettes are used very often.

This part has been used since ancient times. Let us recall the 18th century - the century of the dominance of aristocratic culture; let us turn our attention to the luxurious living rooms in the palaces. They sparkle with gold, and plaster stucco moldings can be seen on the ceilings. Since then, this framing has undergone some changes and instead of stucco molding, ceiling moldings are used. However, they have the same look and can recreate the mood of that era. We also meet a huge variety of ceiling moldings. You have the opportunity to choose a skirting board for any purpose and for every budget.

In modern design, ceiling moldings play a large aesthetic and practical role. In addition to decorating the room with the help of this detail, you will be able to hide some errors made during the repair (uneven wallpaper joint, curvature of corners, etc.), soften the color transition of ceiling and wall wallpaper, make the transition between walls and ceiling soft.

As you can see in a modern interior, a ceiling molding is a very convenient thing that is used quite often. Consider all the nuances of use, and decide on the choice.

In modern interiors, baguettes play a very important role.

Views

We can divide these products into several types according to many criteria: appearance, method of fastening, material of manufacture, cost, etc. But the most advantageous will be the classification according to the material of manufacture, since the method of fastening, and the features of care, and other factors depend on this.

Baguettes are made from different materials

Let's take a deeper look at the benefits of all types, and the difficulties that may await us in use.

1. Pvc
   This material is often used in the design of ceilings. It is quite simple to install and does not require any special maintenance. It also has a low cost, which allows it to be used for budget repairs. Compared to other cheap materials, this one is the most durable and long-lasting.

   PVC baguettes are very commonly used. They require minimal maintenance and are easy to install.

2. Polyurethane
   Also, the material is quite popular in use. It is easy to install, and allows you to embody intricate ideas, as it bends easily, and lends itself well to any processing. It can be painted with any kind of paint, and subjected to wet cleaning - it will not absorb water and will not become a breeding ground for mold. But with a lot of weight, it is worth taking a responsible approach to the method of attachment.

   Such a baguette can be painted in any color.

3. Styrofoam (polystyrene)
   Such baguettes are breaking records for use. Their cheapness makes them available to everyone, they also have a wide variety, are easy to use and maintain, and do not grow moldy. However, the foam also has a number of disadvantages: a cheap look, the absence is not moisture resistant, and turns yellow over time. Therefore, periodically, foam baguettes for your ceiling need to be updated, and this happens quite often.
4. Expanded polystyrene (extruded)
   Belongs to the same group as polystyrene - polystyrene. The differences between them are in the production method and in the technical characteristics. They have a common base, so both of them have a low price (polystyrene in this tandem is more expensive). According to its technical characteristics, this material is denser, it does not have voids inside that can be filled with moisture, therefore it is moisture resistant (unlike foam). In general, this base is slightly different from the considered foam, its characteristics are better, and the cost is higher.

   Such a baguette differs from polystyrene in that it is more moisture resistant.

5. Gypsum
   One of the most expensive and elegant baguettes. You can use it to make stucco moldings. It is often used for pompous styles in the spirit of the Middle Ages. Its disadvantages include only the high price and weight. Often this option is replaced by polyurethanes. It will become cheaper and allow you to simulate plaster moldings. But if you want to get as close as possible to the original, and not to reduce the cost of the appearance of the interior, gypsum will be the best option.

   Such a baguette is the most expensive and elegant

6. Wood
   Finally we got to the most noble kind. Wood is a pure ecological product. If you want to reduce the amount of harmful details in the finish, choose wood. You can choose any sort: ash, pine, oak, etc. It is better to use such products in a room where most of the details are made of wood to complement the general flow. This type of ceiling molding has the highest price, but it is justified by the qualities of the product.

Use wood molding in rooms where a lot of wood is used

Mounting features

Installing moldings on the ceiling is a responsible business, regardless of whether you do it yourself or entrust the work to a professional. The appearance largely depends on the installation, since during operation it is possible to damage the wallpaper (if it is attached after gluing), or the stretch ceiling, and in general, inaccurate installation will be visible in bright light.

The installation method depends primarily on the material of manufacture, the shape of the base of the fastening, the size of the baguette additionally affect.

The method of fastening depends on the material from which the baguette is made.

The easiest way to work with polystyrene (foam and extruded), polyurethane and polystyrene. These materials are lightweight, do not require additional fasteners. Mostly glue is used to install them. Sometimes they are attached before gluing the wallpaper, then they are planted on a damp putty.

The situation is more complicated with wooden and plaster ceiling plinths. They are heavy and therefore require special fastening. For installation, dowels (additional fasteners) are often used.

Dowels are used for plaster and wooden moldings

In general, polymer glue is used for fasteners. You need to work with it carefully so as not to stain the wallpaper or the canvas of the stretch ceiling.

Particular attention should be paid to the corners. Installation of a baguette in this place is quite difficult. First you need to cut the product according to measurements, then process the cut point, and then fasten it. You need to be careful with the outer corners, so in this case, when measuring, you should add two baseboard widths, while the required baguette length for the inner corner is measured along the length of the wall, without adding centimeters.

It should be noted that the base is processed before installing the skirting board. The walls and ceiling must be carefully aligned. Small flaws can be hidden with a baguette, but not big flaws.

Pay special attention to the corners, they must be even

Color and size

With the technical part sorted out. Now let's talk about the aesthetic role of the baguette. In addition to hiding some imperfections and smoothing the transition from ceiling to walls, such a detail can completely change the mood of a room. A correctly selected baguette can complement the idea, add severity, elegance, make the room playful, bright, colorful. And on the other hand, an unsuccessful decision can completely ruin the design, and even more so, an incorrect mount. Therefore, the choice of color and size of the ceiling plinth must be approached with complete seriousness.

The baguette plays an important role in the interior of the room.

Everything should be appropriate. The baguette is a minor detail in the design, so it needs to be matched to the main design flow. In a wooden room, a foam plinth will look inappropriate, the same must be said in the opposite situation.

In the modern world, there is a wide variety of ceiling moldings. They vary in shape, decoration, material and color. You can choose a product of the color you already need or paint it yourself. It's even easier with texture. You can choose the one you need in the catalog, or order production in accordance with your desire.

The size of the product depends on the height of the ceiling and the area of ​​the room. The higher the ceiling, the wider the baguettes should be. This correspondence works the other way around.

If the ceilings are high, wide baguettes should be used.

Care features

Most skirting boards lend themselves to wet cleaning. However, when doing it, you need to be careful, because streaks can remain on gypsum, expanded polystyrene and polyurethane. Therefore, the cloth should be slightly damp and not wet. This is the only rule to remember. Caring for ceiling moldings is quite simple. Do not forget to dust off these products, and do it carefully so as not to stain the wallpaper or stretch ceiling.

Video: How to glue a ceiling plinth (baguette)

Video: How to trim a baguette

Ceiling moldings not only hide the joints between the walls and the ceiling, but also complement the interior of the room, giving it a complete look. If you choose the right colored ceiling plinth, it will look harmoniously surrounded by other furnishings, accentuate the design of the ceiling and walls, and visually enlarge the room. Thus, a lot depends on the color of this element.

Now manufacturers offer a variety of colored ceiling skirting boards. They differ not only in color, but also in shape and size. The planks can have different outlines; for their decoration, both simple lines and complex patterns, intricate ornament are used. The cost of these products varies widely - it depends on the complexity of the form and the material used.

Polyurethane skirting boards

Colored polyurethane ceiling skirting boards are currently one of the most common decorative elements.

Their benefits include:

• reliable fastening even to rounded surfaces of walls or ceilings;
• the possibility of painting with oil or water-based paint, lamination to highlight the original relief of the product;
• the appearance of the planks exactly copies the expensive stucco molding, thanks to which it becomes possible to buy them at a low price, despite the complex pattern and intricate pattern;
• baguettes well hide any surface defects, including roughness, unevenness and deformation;
• the color does not change for a long time, in addition, polyurethane skirting boards perfectly tolerate wet cleaning.

A significant drawback of these baguettes is their heavy weight. Because of this, if you do not follow the fastening rules, then the strips under their own weight can move away from the surface over time, creating a gap. But recently there are lighter polyurethane foam skirting boards that are easier to stick.

Polystyrene skirting boards

The colored polystyrene ceiling plinth is easy to cut and attach to the surface. The soft edges of the planks make them fit snugly against wall and ceiling surfaces.

Skirting boards made of this material have the following advantages:

• light weight and grain structure;
• low cost;
• the ability to tint and paint several times, ease of maintenance (it is enough to wipe the product with a damp cloth);
• in the strips there may be special channels in which the electrical wiring is masked.

Styrofoam skirting boards

These products are an improved version of polystyrene moldings. In addition to the manufacture of cornices, expanded polystyrene is also used for the production of other finishing elements. You can choose a color for any interior, in addition, with its help, certain design effects are achieved. These baguettes look good in combination with and rosettes.

Most often, white skirting boards are bought, although manufacturers offer many other shades. This is due to the fact that this color suits any interior and visually enlarges the space.

The popularity of these products is due to such characteristics as:

• insignificant weight;
• good sound and heat insulation;
• low price.

But polystyrene baseboards also have disadvantages. It is mainly poor flexibility and fragility. Also, the strips can deform in contact with some types of adhesives and solvents. Therefore, when buying baguettes from this material, you should ask the seller what composition can be used to glue them to the surface.

Wooden skirting boards

When decorating the interior, a brown wooden ceiling plinth is often used. But in installation, such moldings are much more difficult, therefore, specialists are usually engaged in their installation. cannot be attributed to cheap products, but a lot depends on the type of wood. For example, pine panels are much cheaper than oak cornices.

Wooden moldings are best suited for classic rooms that pretend to be pretentious and aristocratic. It is desirable that they are in harmony in color and texture with other interior details. For example, if there is oak furniture in the room, then the skirting boards should be made of the same type of wood. If the colors of the floor and baguettes are combined, then the room looks not only elegant, but also rich.

The main disadvantage of wooden ceiling cornices is the complexity of installation. It takes a lot of time to adjust the corners of the slats. Even the smallest mistakes, minor gaps are difficult to correct, since it is not always possible to choose a suitable shade of putty. Therefore, it is categorically not recommended to independently install a ceiling wenge plinth or from another expensive material (for example, mahogany).

If wood products are not treated with antiseptics and covered with several layers of varnish, then they can rot, become moldy, deform with fluctuations in temperature and humidity levels, and become a habitat for woodworm beetles.

The main thing to look for when choosing a wooden skirting board is that their color matches other interior details. For example, cherry planks will only look appropriate if the room contains furniture or parquet from the same wood.

Choosing the color of baguettes

Choosing the right color for skirting boards is not as easy as it might seem at first glance. If the ceiling and walls are finished in the same shade, then the planks should be different from them in color in order to delimit the surfaces, and not merge with them. If you can't find any shade for the interior of the room, then you should choose white - it is universal (read also: ""). In addition, the room should be comfortable, so it is better to buy not a dark ceiling plinth, but a light one. If the walls and ceiling are darker than the baguette, then the room will be cozy.

Particular attention should be paid to the choice of the shade of the skirting boards if the walls and ceiling differ in color from each other. The size of the room plays a significant role in this. So, if you install a plinth of the same color as the ceiling, then the room will appear larger, but the height will visually decrease (more: ""). If the color of the baguette repeats the shade of the wall, then the room, on the contrary, will seem taller, but smaller in area. If difficulties arise when choosing, then it is better to stop at the traditional white color - it never goes out of fashion and always looks appropriate. If you wish, you can choose a beige ceiling skirting board - it looks very original and is not as familiar to the eye as white. Examples of a successful combination of baguettes with the decor of the room can be seen in the photo.

The room will look complete only if the color of the plinth is chosen correctly.

The selection process will be facilitated by the following tips:

• white strips visually enlarge the room, so it is recommended to install them in rooms with low ceilings and a small area;
• they reduce the space to the color of the walls, so they are not suitable for small rooms, but large rooms with them become more comfortable;
• it is undesirable for the baguette, wallpaper and ceiling tiles to have a different shade - it does not look too beautiful;
• when buying a wooden cornice, you need to take into account that it must match other interior details; it is easiest to combine white and black ceiling plinth with decor items and furniture.

Installation of skirting boards

Before moving on to how to install the baguettes, you need to pay attention to their fastening method. So, light strips made of polyurethane or foam can simply be glued to the surface, you do not need to additionally fix them until the adhesive is completely dry. For the installation of wooden skirting boards, fasteners are installed in advance with an interval of at least half a meter. Only then can the strips be attached.

Baguettes have two edges, one of them is fixed to the ceiling and the other to the wall. It is recommended to start installation from the wall opposite the door to the room. Since the surfaces of the base are usually uneven, the plinths are pressed in such a way that they do not bend or deform. If gaps have formed, then they are sealed with putty or sealant.

Now manufacturers offer a huge range of products. On sale you can find not only white or black molding, but also beige, green, blue, gold ceiling plinth. The palette of shades is very wide, so it will not be difficult to choose the cornice that best complements the room.

A baguette is a framing of the ceiling space with special frames.

Its main purpose is to add completeness to the room, emphasize its decoration and style.

No high-quality repair can do without a ceiling plinth.

The use of a baguette allows you not only to decorate the ceiling, but also to smooth corners, hide irregularities, mask the junction of the finishing materials of the walls and ceiling, and it is logical to finish color transitions.

Depending on the functions performed, ceiling moldings are decorative and fastening.

Fixing skirting boards are used when installing stretch ceilings.

Decorative items are used for decoration.

To date, ceiling plinths are available in several types, depending on the material:

• wooden;
• aluminum;
• gypsum;
• plastic (polyvinyl chloride);
• polystyrene foam (foam);
• polyurethane.

Now a little more detail.

Wooden

Until now, despite the presence of moldings made of modern materials, wooden skirting boards are very popular.

Natural wood has always had many fans.

And today the classic wooden skirting board is very popular.

If the interior of the room is dominated by wood (plastic panels with a wood-like surface, wooden lining, furniture, door or window blocks made of natural wood), then a wooden molding will be very useful.

If necessary, it can be painted to hide damage to the wood.

Gypsum

Today, unfortunately, most people do not remember what a real ceiling molding looks like.

But the classic plank was made of plaster for several centuries!

Visit any old manor house or museum out of interest.

There you will see plaster decor in all its glory.

Gypsum is used on the ceiling today, but very rarely.

The fact is that gypsum is a rather heavy and fragile material.

It is difficult to work with him and a lot of experience is required for everything to work out perfectly.

Plastic

Such material is usually used when installing a ceiling from plastic panels.

And also a PVC bar is used when installing stretch ceilings.

It has a special groove in which a harpoon is fixed, which is welded to the ceiling.

Classic plastic molding is presented in white.

However, today manufacturers of PVC films for the ceiling also offer decorative products that have the same color as the canvas.

Foam (expanded polystyrene)

The most common type of ceiling plinth today.

For two reasons:

• it is very cheap;
• it is very easy to mount.

Despite the affordable price, this plank looks pretty nice on the ceiling.

It is installed if, for finishing, the ceiling is painted, whitewashed, or suspended plasterboard structures are arranged.

This decor element allows you to easily hide all the irregularities.

If necessary, the product can be easily painted with water-based paint in any color.

Polyurethane

This is one of the most popular types of ceiling moldings.

It is extremely flexible and therefore it is used on curved surfaces.

The elasticity and low weight of polyurethane strips allow them to be installed not only on walls, but also on the ceiling.

Another polyurethane product differs in width and relief.

If the room has a large area and high ceilings, then, as a rule, a wide bar is used.

Such a product visually brings the ceiling closer and the room looks more comfortable.

The narrow skirting board is almost invisible at high heights.

The room will look cool and formal.

The situation is completely different in rooms of a small area and with a standard ceiling height.

It is the narrow skirting board that looks best there.

Molding for ceiling cornice

What room is there without curtains?

A room with undecorated windows looks uncomfortable.

It seems like the renovation is not over yet.

Therefore, everyone hangs curtains on the windows.

And some developers - and on the door.

There are two types of baguette beams for curtains according to the way they are attached:

• wall-mounted;
• ceiling.

Today, it is the ceiling molding cornices that are becoming more widespread.

It is very beautiful when the curtains are lowered directly from the ceiling.

The appearance of such a device can hardly be called aesthetic.

Therefore, it is hidden with a special baguette.

Very nice and stylish.

For the eaves, a special eaves plinth is made.

For the manufacture of cornice moldings, wood or plastic is used.

On the inside, such a product has a special groove, with the help of which it is installed on the cornice.

Product dimensions vary, but typical dimensions are 50-75mm height and 24mm thickness.

There are ceiling cornices of this design, on which it is impossible to install a decorative strip.

In this case, use a flexible baguette tape, the width of which can be 4.5-7.5 cm.

There is a special groove on the cornice through which such a tape is pulled.

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Material price

As mentioned earlier, the cheapest is a polystyrene ceiling molding.

The standard length of the product is 2 meters.

Width and topography can be completely different.

Today, specialized stores sell such products at a price of 50–350 rubles apiece.

A polyurethane skirting board is somewhat more expensive, but it also has different sizes.

The standard length is 2.40 cm.

The cost of one product is 300-2000 rubles.

But its quality is much higher than foam.

Wooden skirting boards are surprisingly inexpensive.

Apparently, this is due to the huge amount of forest in our country.

Planks made of natural wood are offered at a price of 30–150 rubles per 2 meters, depending on the breed.

How to glue correctly?

There are several subtleties here that should be mentioned.

If you have chosen a wooden plank, then you will not be able to glue it - the weight of the product is too large for the glue.

You will have to drill the wall and use dowels.

There will be no problems with plastic and foam products.

If you purchase quality glue.

Remember, glue is not something to save on.

Otherwise, you will suffer while performing work and still do everything poorly.

Today the industry offers us three types of glue:

• polymeric;
• acrylic;
• silicone.

Most of them buy "Dragon" type polymer glue.

Primarily due to the low price.

This is mistake!

Apart from the price, there is nothing good in it!

The stickiness of this composition is extremely low.

And you will have to hold the two-meter bar for a very long time in the right position with your hands.

Believe me, this is very difficult.

This will never happen if you purchase silicone or acrylic based glue.

Such compositions are produced in tubes for a special pistol.

Such a pistol is worth a penny.

Yes, these types of glue are somewhat more expensive.

But on the other hand, it will take you a minimum of time to stick the strip.

If you still want to save money, then you can take an ordinary putty, dilute it thickly, apply it to the baseboard and attach it to the wall.

It's better than polymer glue anyway.

If, during the gluing of the product, glue or putty comes out from under it, then they should be removed with a wet rag.

Don't leave it for later - problems may arise.

All gaps that form when gluing the skirting board should be carefully covered with putty.

Installation of a skirting board with a shelf

If you decide to install a stretch ceiling in the room, then you need to first fix a special strip along the perimeter of the ceiling.

In which the ceiling canvas will subsequently be installed.

In most cases, such a baguette is installed on the walls.

However, sometimes it is not possible to install on walls.

For example, so as not to damage the electrical wiring.

Then the stretch ceiling has to be fixed to the ceiling.

For this, a special ceiling molding is used with a shelf turned at an angle of 90 degrees.

They fix it in the same way as any other aluminum product - using dowel-nails.

It is very difficult to advise anything until I saw a specific room and heard from its owner what exactly he wants to see on the ceiling.

However, a few general tips can be given:

1. When choosing a ceiling molding, remember the height of the ceiling: the higher the height, the wider it should be.
2. You should be aware that domestic manufacturers have long mastered the production of various types and models of ceiling plinths. Pay attention to domestic products. Believe me, its quality is not worse than that of imported products, and its cost is significantly lower.
3. When gluing a polystyrene ceiling strip, do not apply too much pressure on its surface. Better yet, use a soft cloth for smoothing. The peculiarity of this material is such that dents are formed on its surface with strong pressure. It is impossible to fix them.
4. The skirting board requires personal care. When cleaning an apartment, dust should also be removed from its surface.
5. If you are planning to install a stretch ceiling, then you should know that it is better not to use decorative plastic fasteners. Yes, modern plastic has decent strength values. But the lifespan of the plastic is short. And working under load, it will wear out even faster. Get a better aluminum baguette. It has a service life of 50 years. And for decorative finishing, you can use a product made of any material.

As you can see, everything will have to be decided by yourself in any case.

Video on how to properly glue a ceiling molding:

It all depends on your taste, interior design and preferences.

And, of course, on your financial capabilities.

The choice is huge!

It should be said that the installation of any ceiling molding, except, perhaps, plaster, will not take much of your time.

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