Seamless plastic. Plastic ceiling panels - the main nuances

Until relatively recently, we had no idea what could be done with the ceiling, except. Well, paint with water-based emulsion. If you want something "fun" -. With the introduction of new, interesting building materials into our lives, the number of good and different ways to finish the ceiling has also increased. The arsenal of design solutions includes stretch ceilings, suspended ceilings, mineral ceilings, glass ceilings, mirror ceilings, stained glass ceilings, plasterboard ceilings, sheathed with wood panels ...

Ceiling cladding with PVC panels is beneficial with a decent price-quality ratio. At a relatively low cost, the ceiling looks unusual and "European-style".

In the pursuit of originality, one should not go overboard in kitsch. It is better to choose PVC panels in calm, neutral pastel colors. And the eye does not irritate, and the volume of the room visually increases. That with usually low ceilings in an apartment of a multi-storey building is not at all superfluous.

An important advantage of this type of finish is that, despite the apparent complexity of the work, an inexperienced amateur builder is quite capable of coping with the installation of a plastic ceiling with his own hands. So you can save on the invitation of professional finishers.

Do not confuse ceiling panels with wall panels!

Building materials stores offer a very wide selection of PVC panels. Different lengths and widths, they are lacquered, glossy, matte, wood or marble. It's up to you; the main thing is not to confuse with wall.

The modern market offers many varieties of ceiling panels. It remains only to choose exactly what is right for your interior.

The difference is in weight. Plastic wall panels are heavier and tougher. Ceiling is much lighter, which simplifies the work. Their fragility necessitates careful handling: a dent can be left even with a hand, not with a tool.

More about the benefits of plastic panels

The finishing material is strong, durable, plastic, has good sound insulation, moisture resistance, does not fade in the sun, and is easy to clean. Oddly enough, thanks to special additives it is environmentally friendly, resistant to high temperatures, does not burn and does not emit unpleasant odors. Therefore, you can replace the usual electrical wiring with circuits that allow you to install LEDs, halogen,.

Finishing the ceiling with plastic panels makes it possible to ignore the unevenness of the ceiling surface. If pipes or wiring are visible, the panels will reliably disguise them. True, they will eat up to one and a half centimeters of the height of the room.

How much to take in meters and pieces: calculation of the required amount of materials

Thickness plastic panels are usually 5-10 millimeters, width - from 25 cm (standard) to 50 cm.

Length– from 2.7 meters (standard) to 3 meters. Components have a three-meter length.

To calculate the required number of panels, you need to divide the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe ceiling (the sides are measured and multiplied by each other) by the area of ​​\u200b\u200bone panel indicated on the package. Let's add 15 percent to the cuts with which we will deliver the missing; round up to an integer.

• We calculate the number of metal profiles for installation. It's more difficult. We draw on paper a proportionally reduced scheme of the ceiling. We depict parallel along one wall. We take into account that the profiles should be 60 centimeters apart from each other. We estimate how much it will take for the whole room.
• You will need even more rigid profiles that will go around the perimeter.
• The number of self-tapping screws that will fasten the panels, and the dowels that will fix the profiles, is calculated taking into account the number of both plus the margin.

If desired, you can replace the profiles with a wooden bar, and the screws with brackets. This will reduce the cost of the process and simplify the process of assembling plastic panels. But for decades they will not stand as good as new in this case.

• And finally, the ceiling plinth. We divide the perimeter of the ceiling by three (the length of the segment is three meters) - this is the required amount of plinth.

Of the tools and other materials, you need a puncher or drill, a screwdriver, a hacksaw, a knife, metal shears, a miter box, liquid nails, a rag.

is a fast, inexpensive, beautiful and reliable option. A large selection of colors and textures of PVC panels allows you to harmoniously combine the ceiling finish with any wall covering.

Such a ceiling is not afraid of moisture and temperature differences, so PVC panels can be used not only for interior decoration, but also for exterior. It does not absorb bad odors. If grease gets on the coating during cooking, it is easy to wash it off with a sponge and any soapy solution.

On sale there are panels with the applied drawing of noble grades of a tree. This allows you to finish the ceilings and walls of rooms for any purpose: a corridor, a living room, a fireplace room, a bedroom. For finishing the bathroom, bathroom and kitchen, panels with a printed stone cut pattern are great.

What is PVC ceiling panel

The material from which the ceiling is made is called polyvinyl chloride or PVC for short. It is environmentally friendly and practically does not emit harmful substances. Before production, PVC powder is mixed in an industrial mixer with the addition of plasticizers and additives.

The result is a dough-like mass, which is loaded into the extruder. There, a plastic panel is drawn out by forcing through a molding window under high temperature. On the conveyor, the plastic is cut to size with a guillotine and sent to the offset printing shop, where a pattern is applied to the front surface. Finished panels are packed and sent to the warehouse.

There are two types of ceiling: suture and seamless. The first ones after assembly have a noticeable in-depth seam at the junction. This texture resembles a ceiling made of wooden lining. The second option allows you to get a smooth glossy surface, on which, with proper installation, the butt joint is practically not noticeable.

For a strong connection of the panels to each other, a groove is provided on one side of it, and a spike on the other. Longitudinal partitions are provided inside the panel, which significantly increases the panel's fracture strength and at the same time maintains a low weight of the product.

Ease of assembling a false ceiling made of plastic, excellent strength characteristics make it a leader in the decoration of balconies, loggias, bathrooms, bathrooms and kitchens.

Any lighting device can be built into the ceiling of PVC panels. There are no restrictions on the power of the lamp, as, for example, for stretch ceilings made of PVC film (here the limit is not higher than 50 W). practically do not burn. Non-combustible ceiling panels can be used in domestic boiler rooms.

How to install a plastic false ceiling

The design of the suspended plastic ceiling system, like other suspended ceilings, provides for fastening the panels to a wooden or metal crate. Do-it-yourself installation of ceiling panels is simple, so even a non-specialist can handle it. In small spaces, you can do the work yourself. Larger rooms will require the help of at least one person.

Important to remember! If you plan to install spotlights in a plastic ceiling, it is recommended to hang a metal or wooden frame on straight U-shaped plasterboard hangers.

If an overhead lamp is used (chandelier, ceiling), you can arrange a wooden frame. At the same time, the ceiling level can be lowered minimally or by the thickness of a wooden beam. For example, consider how to install for the kitchen.

The kitchen is a room with a high humidity content, so we will use galvanized drywall profiles. Along the perimeter of the walls, the horizontal plane of the ceiling is marked. Spotlights will be built into the ceiling, so we lower the level by 12 cm from the existing ceiling.

To install ceiling panels with your own hands you will need:

•  Drill
•  Knife
•  Hacksaw
•  Scissors for metal

It's important to know! For marking large rooms, use painter's chopping thread. This will greatly speed up the work.

The guide profile UD-27 is fixed along the marked line with dowels 6 x 40 mm in increments of 35-45 cm. Axes of CD-60 ceiling profiles are applied to the ceiling with a step of 60 cm. On them, with an interval of 60 cm, P-suspensions are fastened with dowels (perforated mustaches are bent down 90 degrees).

A CD ceiling profile is attached to the mustache of the suspensions with 12 mm screws. The edges of the profile lead into the groove of the guide profile and are also fixed with a self-tapping screw. The frame is ready, you can start installing plastic.

A PVC guide corner is attached to the profile shelf UD-27 with 25 mm self-tapping screws with a press washer around the perimeter. It has a groove for panels and a spike for attaching a ceiling plinth.

The first panel is cut to size and inserted into the groove of the guide corner. The panel is pushed tightly against the wall until it rests against it with a spike. Self-tapping screws with a press washer in the upper wall of the groove fix the first panel to the ceiling profiles.

The second panel is inserted into the groove of the first and lightly tapped with the palm of your hand until the joint gap is completely eliminated. Holes are cut out where the spotlights should be placed with a knife. Spotlights are mounted in the ceiling panels for the kitchen. Then the installation process is repeated.

Note! Before installing the ceiling panels, the lighting wiring must be ready.

The last panel, as a rule, is cut in width and holes are drilled only in the front part so that the head of the self-tapping screw with the press washer passes. After installing the last panel, a ceiling plinth made of the same PVC is snapped into the spike of the plastic guide corner. In the corners, it can be cut to 45 degrees using a miter box.

The kitchen and bath are special areas of the apartment that require special care and, accordingly, a different approach to the choice of finishing materials. This is due to the special microclimatic conditions created in these rooms, for example, high humidity in the bathroom, and harmful factors that can lead to damage to finishing materials. These include sudden changes in temperature and humidity, fatty deposits and all kinds of evaporation - all this can violate the beauty and comfort of these premises. In addition, not only beginners, but also experienced craftsmen are unlikely to consider ceiling repair a simple event, since the implementation of work on the upper level is in itself a difficult process that takes a lot of time and effort. But, despite the laboriousness of the process, as well as the time and effort expended, over time, the plastered surface will crack, cracks will appear on it, and it will lose its original appearance and performance. But technology does not stand still, and today traditional methods of ceiling finishing are being replaced by modern polymeric materials, the use of which allows you to implement any construction activities with your own hands. At the same time, you can be sure of the quality and speed of the implementation of finishing works of any complexity. Materials that meet the above requirements include plastic ceiling panels, and the installation of a ceiling using plastic panels is one of the most common finishing activities, which is growing in popularity. In this article, we will consider the main advantages of plastic panels, as well as the features of mounting a ceiling made of plastic panels.

Sheathing the ceiling with plastic panels: the relevance of the issue

Finishing the ceiling with plastic panels is one of the easiest and most budgetary options for repairing the ceiling. To carry out the facing of the ceiling surface with decorative plastic panels, no special skills, experience in this field, as well as repair or construction qualifications are required. Following the instructions presented in this article, as well as approaching work with due care, you can install the ceiling from plastic panels with your own hands without the help of specialists. When choosing a PVC material for finishing the ceiling, it is important not to confuse wall panels with ceiling panels. Wall panels, unlike fragile and light ceiling panels, are characterized by high weight and rigidity. In this regard, the handling of ceiling panels requires special care, since, inadvertently pressing them with a hand or a construction tool, you will leave an ugly recess on them that will spoil the appearance of the material. In this regard, care must be taken when working with ceiling panels.

The main types of PVC ceiling panels

Currently, the construction market offers a wide range of plastic ceiling panels that vary in color, width or texture. A variety of texture solutions for plastic ceiling panels allows them to imitate materials popular in interior decoration, including marble and wood. The development of modern technologies allows the production of matte and glossy ceiling panels, as well as panels, the surface of which is covered with a special varnish. Size is another sign according to which ceiling panels can be classified. Thus, it is possible to classify plastic ceiling panels in accordance with the technology of applying a decorative coating on them:

• Matte white panels, characterized by the absence of any coating. Experts call this material "pure" PVC panels, which belong to a lower price category. It is used mainly in utility rooms, imitating ceilings painted with white paint;
• White PVC panels with a glossy surface indicate that a special varnish was used during their production. Their distinctive feature is high reflective properties, and therefore, they can be used for mounting ceilings in any room;
• Colored plastic panels or panels with a pattern on the surface. The presence of a pattern on the surface indicates that in the process of their production, more common technologies for decorating plastic panels were used, which will be discussed later.

The most common decoration method, due to its low cost, is the use of thermal film, which is used to transfer the pattern to a plastic panel;

For the production of panels, on the surface of which more complex patterns are applied, imitating ornaments and structures with a large number of shades (for example, marble or expensive woods), more sophisticated technologies are used, such as direct photo printing, with which the patterns applied are characterized by high resolution. This method of decoration will require the use of special equipment, and therefore, such panels belong to a higher price category.

In accordance with the form of manufacture, several categories of plastic panels are also distinguished:

• Seam plastic panels designed to imitate wooden lining. Their distinguishing feature is the presence of small gutters between the panels after they are assembled;
• Seamless panels, characterized by the almost complete absence of joints on the finished surface between the individual strips. The joints remaining on the surface after the installation of the ceiling are so small that, if desired, they can be covered with a sealant of a suitable color.

Ceiling made of plastic panels photo

Advantages of plastic panel ceiling

• The main advantage of a suspended ceiling made of plastic panels is its high aesthetic appeal and the ability to hide defects in the unfinished main ceiling surface. Installation of a ceiling in a bathroom made of plastic panels is an excellent opportunity to reliably protect against the appearance of mold in the cavity above the false ceiling, which is formed under the influence of high humidity, and the cracking of the ceiling finish associated with this, since the cavity formed during the installation of the ceiling is airtight;
• Plastic panel ceiling is resistant to moisture;
• The installation of plastic panels on the ceiling provides the home craftsman with the opportunity to mask various utilities, including electrical wiring, and also allows the implementation of spot lighting and the selection of lamps of any configuration;
• Unlike mineral plates, which, when soaked with moisture, will not only lose their original attractiveness, but also become hazardous to health due to the fungus formed on them, this will not happen with plastic panels due to their resistance to moisture;
• In connection with the presence of the above-mentioned advantage, suspended ceilings are not afraid of flooding from above - the stains that appear can be simply wiped off with a rag. This favorably distinguishes suspended plastic ceilings from plasterboard structures, ceiling wallpaper and tiles, characterized by the presence of a porous surface;
• Ceiling plastic panels do not require special care, it is enough to wipe them with a damp cloth and use any detergents, since the polyvinyl chloride from which the plastic panels are made is resistant to chemical attack.

Important! Despite the presence of chemical resistance, it is not recommended to use abrasive products in the process of washing plastic panels, since after their use, untidy scratches will remain on the plastic surface, which will spoil the appearance of the coating.

• In the case of using heat and sound insulation, the master gets the opportunity to significantly improve the consumer characteristics of building envelopes;
• Stability and stability of the ceiling configuration even in conditions of sudden changes in temperature and humidity;
• Ease of installation is another advantage of plastic panels, which allows you to install the ceiling from plastic panels with your own hands. Installation of plastic ceilings involves assembling a frame to which plastic panels are attached. To carry out the installation of a plastic ceiling, there is no need to prepare the ceiling surface;
• Environmental safety and the absence of foreign smell, unlike tension structures;
• During the installation of plastic panels, unlike PVC tiles, there is no need to use specialized adhesives;
• The democratic cost of the material is a virtue that we also have no right to disregard.

Disadvantages of the ceiling of plastic panels

• The budget appearance of plastic ceilings, but despite this, you can find original colors;
• If you buy the cheapest thin lining, you may be disappointed in it after installing it, as some models let in light from the installed fixtures;
• Using the cheapest material, you will not be able to install multi-level structures or bends;
• After installing plastic ceilings, you will notice that you have lost a few centimeters of ceiling height;
• Cheaper options are seam, which contributes to the fact that after installation, seams will be visible on the surface of the ceiling.

Despite the fact that the choice of plastic panels for ceiling mounting should be based only on the personal preferences of the home master, there are certain recommendations that must be followed in the process of choosing them. Let's consider the main ones:

• To visually make the ceiling higher, choose light-colored panels, which, unlike similar dark-colored materials that reduce the height of the room, make it taller;
• If you opt for glossy panels that reflect the space within themselves when the ceiling is installed, you can create the illusion of depth, making the ceiling look more distant;
• To prevent the room from looking annoyingly colorful, there should not be more than three colors in the room. But at the same time, white and black colors are considered universal and are not perceived as an additional element of the palette. In this regard, household appliances are most often white or black;
• Due to the fact that the highlighted seam between the wall panels will emphasize the unnaturalness of the material, experts recommend giving preference to seamless panels, which will draw attention to the details of the ceiling to a lesser extent.
• Based on the above rules, experts recommend giving preference to seamless glossy white panels of suitable width. To check the quality of the panel, it is enough to squeeze a piece of the panel with your fingers and check for deformations. If they are absent, this indicates that the panel is of good quality.

How to make a ceiling from plastic panels: step by step instructions

Before sheathing the ceiling with plastic panels, we note that the installation of a plastic ceiling with your own hands is within the power of everyone with minimal tools and the desire of the master.

Necessary materials and tools

To independently carry out the installation of a plastic ceiling, you will need the following materials and tools:

• Perforator or drill;
• Sharp knife and hacksaw;
• Self-tapping screws with a press washer and dowels;
• Metal profile for false ceilings, dimensions 2.5 x 2.5 cm (UD profile) and profile 2.5 x 6 cm (CD profile);
• Plastic panels of the required width;
• Ceiling plinth or starting bar;
• Building level;
• Hangers.

Preparatory work: what to look for?

Before proceeding with the installation of the ceiling, carefully inspect the surface. Most masters, in this case, prefer to simply measure the size of the ceiling, which is fundamentally wrong. By forgoing the preparation of the ceiling, you can acquire a large amount of unnecessary material and do a lot of useless work. To avoid this, carefully examine the ceiling surface. If it is perfectly flat, and during the installation process you are not going to hide various engineering communications under the ceiling, you can proceed to fixing the panels. You ask how to do this? To do this, it is necessary to carry out the installation of the frame.

How to mount the frame?

First of all, it is necessary to mark the ceiling. To do this, you need to measure the level around the perimeter and draw lines on the walls where the ceiling will begin.

Important! If you are installing the ceiling in the kitchen from plastic panels, and the tiles lie flat on the walls, you can refuse to use the level, and make all measurements from the seams of the tiles.

Important! In addition, you need to plan in advance the location of the lighting fixtures and purchase the appropriate fixtures, since during their installation it may be necessary to lower the ceiling to 10 cm or more.

• Next, cut the UD profile according to the length of the walls and drill holes in it for dowels in 50 cm increments;

Important! Before drilling walls and ceilings, check them for hidden wiring, as there are often hidden wires and junction boxes along the ceiling, hitting them with a drill, at best, threatens with broken plugs and repairing wiring, and at worst, with electric shock and failure of the perforator. To search for hidden wiring, you must invite an electrician or use special detector devices.

• Next, attach the profile to the wall and, according to the marks made, drill holes in the wall for the dowels in the places where the profile is attached. Fix the profile on the wall with dowels;

• Cut the CD profile according to the measured length and width of the room. When doing this, keep in mind that the ceiling panels are attached perpendicular to the direction of the profile. Having done this, insert it into the guide profile, while the distance between the carrier profiles must be at least 40 cm;

Important! It must be taken into account that in case of a greater distance between the profiles, the panels may sag.

• If the length of the profile exceeds 1.5 meters, it must be fixed with metal hangers, which will give the profile additional rigidity. The profiles at the insertion points are twisted with self-tapping screws.
• After you have completed the installation of the frame, you can proceed with the installation of plastic panels.

Important! If you do not plan to use spotlights as lighting fixtures, but prefer a classic chandelier, install an additional profile at the place of its attachment in order to subsequently install it.

How to install plastic panels?

• Before proceeding with the installation of the panels, along the perimeter of the room, install the starting strip with screws to the guide profile. In addition to the starting rail, you can use a ceiling plinth.

Important! Installing the starting rail is not a mandatory event, since instead of it you can use a ceiling plinth that is glued to the tile with liquid nails.

• Plastic panels are cut according to the dimensions of the wall. After that, one end of the plastic panel is inserted into the starting rail, slightly bent and the other end is inserted. Then slightly press against the wall and fasten with screws with a press washer.
• The installation of the following panels is carried out in the same way, pressing butt against the previous one. In this case, it is necessary to ensure that the panel enters equally along the entire length. At the same time, it is important not to overdo it with pressing force, as this can lead to deformation of the panel, since polyvinyl chloride is a rather fragile material.
• The last panel is cut lengthwise with a knife and fixed by inserting it into the starting bar. There is no need to screw it on though.
• Upon completion of work, remove traces of the work process and you can begin to operate the room.

Installation of fixtures: fundamental points

• Before proceeding with the installation of plastic panels, you need to take care of the future lighting of the room. After you have carried out the installation of the frame, to the installation sites of the proposed fixtures. At the same time, do not save on the length of the wire and leave the “tails” longer, since you can always cut off the excess. Ideally, the wiring should be protected by double insulation and plastic corrugated hose. Also, make sure it works right away. Subsequently, when installing plastic panels and having reached the installation site of the fixtures, mark the places and fasteners on the panels and make holes according to the markings.
• Next, immediately install the lamp and screw the panels to the ceiling. Pull the wires through the holes made and complete the installation of the ceiling. Finally, connect the power to the fixtures and install the bulbs.

Important! By placing the panels in the right direction, you can visually change the size of the room. Plastic panels can be fastened diagonally, although this is extremely rare. By installing a plastic ceiling, you will not only save money, but also get a lot of positive emotions from the process.

Plastic panel ceiling video

Ceiling repairs have never been easy. Working at the top level is inconvenient, takes a lot of effort and time. However, despite the effort and materials spent, within a short time the plastered surface cracks and becomes stained. Polymer surfaces are replacing such coatings. To date, the ceiling of plastic panels is constantly growing in popularity. Why? This question will be answered in detail with recommendations on the installation technology of a similar design.

Properties of plastic panels

Before starting the enumeration of the technical and other characteristics of this material, we can safely say that its main property is the ability to quickly, without much effort and attracting hired labor, create a beautiful, practical surface on our own.

Panel material

Ceiling plastic panels are produced from environmentally friendly material - polyvinyl chloride (PVC).

This material has a lot of positive qualities, such as:

• strength;
• elasticity;
• durability;
• resistance to corrosion and decay;
• water resistance;
• resistance to high and low temperatures;
• hydrophobicity.

In addition to panels, this material is used for the manufacture of PVC ceiling tiles.

Advantages of plastic false ceiling

You can understand why the PVC panel ceiling is so popular by studying their device. The PVC panel is a lightweight porous product consisting of two thin plastic strips with stiffeners between them. The edges of the strips are equipped with locking joints, which ensures their fixation during assembly.

It has the following desirable characteristics for any home master:

• ease;
• resistance to moisture;
• ease of material processing;
• speed of construction;
• possibility of installation alone;
• the ability to hide defects in floor slabs and electrical wires;
• low cost of building materials;
• the ability to vary the height of the installation, which allows you to place lighting fixtures and ventilation devices anywhere in the coverage;
• ease of maintenance;
• unlike the work of laying PVC ceiling tiles, there is no need to use adhesive solutions;
• the possibility of disassembly in order to maintain communications or replace individual sheets of plastic.

In addition, plastic ceiling panels have certain technical parameters and color characteristics.

Types of PVC panels

Ceiling PVC panels have several categories into which they can be divided.

So, according to the form of manufacture, they are:

1. Suture. After assembly, small, shallow grooves remain between the individual strips. Serve to simulate a wooden lining.
2. Seamless. On the finished surface, the joints of individual strips are practically not visible. If desired, the joints can be covered with a sealant of a suitable color.

According to the surface texture, ceiling plastic is:

1. Glossy. It has good reflective properties. It can be installed in any residential premises.
2. Matte. The canvas made of matt PVC panels has a lower cost and is mainly used for equipment of utility rooms. In addition, it well imitates a ceiling painted with white paint.

The color scheme of the surface of plastic and tiles is quite diverse. So, today, there are both glossy and matte products of this coloring on sale:

1. White.
2. Colored.
3. With drawings.
4. With pictures.
5. With decorative edging.

Using various color combinations and placement options for individual plastic parts, you can create an original ceiling design from plastic panels.

The length of plastic skirting boards for the ceiling allows you to mount them without joints in fairly large rooms.

To date, manufacturers offer the following sizes of PVC ceiling tiles:

1. Length - 270 cm, 300 cm, 400 cm, 600 cm and 1200 cm.
2. Width - 10 cm, 20 cm, 25 cm, 37 cm, 50 cm and 92 cm.
3. Thickness - 5 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm and 10 mm.

It is not uncommon to use thicker and more durable PVC wall panels for the ceiling. These products are mainly used for rooms without heating, located on the street.

Installation technology of PVC panels

Installing a ceiling made of plastic panels is not particularly difficult for any home craftsman who has a minimum set of tools and experience in handling them.

Tools and materials

The list of tools for installing PVC panels on the ceiling is quite short.

It includes:

• hammer;
• perforator;
• ruler;
• roulette;
• hacksaw for metal;
• construction stapler;
• sharp paper knife;
• screwdriver;
• protective glasses;
• building level.

The materials you will need are also quite well-known:

• PVC plastic on the ceiling;
• plastic profiles or skirting boards;
• material for the frame (galvanized steel profiles or wooden slats);
• plastic dowels;
• set of screws for wood and metal.

Frame installation

A frame is a spatial structure to which plastic panels are attached. In some cases, when arranging narrow spaces, such as a balcony, corridor or toilet, a frame is not necessary. Mounting can be done directly on the ceiling or walls.

The frame can be assembled from:

1. Galvanized profile. This is a durable material that can withstand a lot of weight.
2. Wooden slats. Wood is an easy-to-work material, but when wet and dry, it can change its shape.
3. plastic guides. Plastic is resistant to moisture, but is not able to carry a large load.

Each material has its own characteristics. The choice in favor of one or another material for the frame is carried out for each specific room individually.

The frame can be voluminous, or it can be a lattice of wooden slats screwed to the ceiling.

Consider the installation of the most complex - a three-dimensional frame made of galvanized profile. This design is used in cases where the level of the suspended cover needs to be lowered a certain distance below the level of the floor slab.

The sequence of actions is as follows:

• on the wall with the help of a level, a line of the future plastic ceiling is applied;
• marks are made on the surface in places where steel plumb lines will be installed;
• holes are made with a puncher in the floor slab and in the walls, into which plastic dowels are inserted;
• load-bearing profiles are screwed to the walls, plumb lines to the ceiling;
• transverse guides are inserted into the supporting profiles;
• with the help of a building level, they are aligned horizontally and screwed with self-tapping screws to the supporting profiles and plumb lines.

The frame is ready, you can proceed to the next installation step.

Skirting board installation

The ceiling plinth serves to mask the gaps that remain between the edges of the coating and the walls. In addition, the plinth gives the mounted surface a finished look.

It is installed in the following sequence:

• sawing the plinth into the desired segments;
• fitting the joints of the segments at the corners with the help of a miter box and a hacksaw;
• screwing the plinth with self-tapping screws to the frame.

Note: The skirting boards are screwed onto 3 of the 4 sides of the room.

Plastic laying

This is the final and easiest step in the manufacture of a false ceiling. But, here care and accuracy are needed. An incorrectly cut panel goes to waste.

Laying PVC strips is carried out as follows:

• fragments of 0.5 cm narrower than the width of the room are sawn off from a strip of plastic;
• the first fragment is inserted end-to-end into the tongues of the side plinths and moves all the way into the plinth of the plinth fixed on the third side of the wall;
• the strip is fixed on the guides with brackets or self-tapping screws;
• all stripes are laid in the same way, except for the last one;
• the last strip is cut 1 cm narrower than the distance from the penultimate panel to the wall;
• the last plate is inserted into the tongues together with the 4th part of the plinth put on it, which, after joining the plinths, moves towards the wall, closing the gap.

The ceiling is ready. Plastic will serve for many years, delighting the owners with its beauty. You can verify this by viewing the photo of ceilings made of plastic panels.

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The easiest and cheapest option for finishing the ceiling are plastic panels. For their installation, there is no need to acquire special building skills. The installation process is quite simple and straightforward. Such material will be relevant both for residential bedrooms, office space, and for the humid atmosphere of the bathroom.

They do not get wet, do not change their color and do not sag over time.

Ceiling plastic is made of polyvinyl chloride, which does not emit toxic substances and is perfect for indoor use. This is a thin, 8-10 mm thick, and rather fragile material that has a different texture and a wide range of colors.

Thanks to plastic ceiling panels, you can implement design solutions of any complexity. Stack plastic in any direction, creating unique images. The design allows you to embed lighting elements.

Ceiling panel properties:

1. Due to its design features, plastic panels have good durability. They consist of two main strips: front and working, between which stiffening ribs are laid. This creates the effect of a honeycomb structure, which contains an air gap in its cavity.
2. They have heat-shielding properties.
3. They work as a sound insulator.
4. They don't burn.
5. Full waterproof.
6. Withstands major leaks even at the joints.
7. Have a long service life(more than 10 years).
8. Do not fade when exposed to sunlight.

Production technology:

1. First, a mixture of polyvinyl chloride is prepared and additional additives that make the material smooth, durable and designed for a certain temperature range.
2. The solution is immersed in the extruder, after exiting from which even strips of plastic are obtained.
3. After cooling, they are cut into a length of 2, 5, 6 meters.
4. Quality control is carried out.
5. The surface of the plastic is covered with special films different colors, or spraying is applied, imitating wood, metal, three-dimensional patterns.
6. In conclusion, the material is covered with a protective layer.

Since the material has excellent performance, it is used for finishing bathrooms, toilets, bedrooms, hallways, offices, swimming pools. Also, as a result of high frost resistance, PVC material can be used on loggias, balconies, garages, basements.

Often, there are huge shopping centers with plastic ceilings. Lightness and cheapness make plastic simply indispensable.

Kinds

Plastic for the ceiling is distinguished by appearance:

1. Glossy- visually increase the space, but create glare.
2. Matte- absorb light, reducing .

Connection method:

1. Suture- fastened with a visible lock and create a three-dimensional look.
2. Seamless- when joined, they do not form a pronounced separation.

By type of performance:

1. leafy– Attached only to perfectly flat surfaces.
2. in the form of a tile- allow you to create complex ornaments.
3. typesetting stripes- the most popular and easy to install.

Among the variety of PVC panels, it is important not to confuse the ceiling and wall options. Ceiling ones are lighter and more fragile, which requires careful handling.

Take a three-meter sheet in your hands and try to lift it, this is quite simple to do. Wall, on the contrary, have a more tangible weight and bend less with a large length. If you press your finger on the ceiling panel, it will easily succumb. Wall have wider stiffeners.

Advantages and disadvantages

Among craftsmen and consumers, plastic was able to gain indestructible authority, given the main advantages of this material:

1. Installation only takes a few hours depending on the square of the ceiling.
2. Externally, the product looks aesthetically pleasing and very modern.
3. Plastic helps to make the surface perfectly flat without any additional measures.
4. Cavity behind suspended structure Allows for easy wiring.
5. You can easily insulate the ceiling. This applies not only to bedrooms and offices, but also to bathrooms with high humidity. When laying a mineral bath, lay a layer of a vapor barrier, this will protect the heat-insulating material from getting wet and mold.
6. Designed for significant fluctuations temperatures.
7. Do not crack with time.
8. Easy care. You can wash the ceiling with ordinary glass mops. Since the surface is perfectly flat, dirt is removed even without the use of special detergents.
9. Do not ignite.
10. Do not turn yellow over time, however, it is better not to smoke in a room with plastic ceiling panels, as tobacco smoke tends to be absorbed, forming characteristic stains.
11. Environmentally friendly and have no foreign smell. Even when melted, they do not emit harmful substances.
12. Hides all communication pipes.

Despite all the advantages, plastic panels have their drawbacks:

1. Limited forms, therefore, it is simply impossible to make a multi-level ceiling out of plastic.
2. Due to the visible seams between the panels, significantly loses in appearance.
3. start to warp at temperatures over 60 degrees.

How to choose?

Choosing ceiling panels is quite simple.

You need to take into account several nuances:

1. Opt for seamless styles. Checking their ownership is very simple. Sew the two strips together, or ask the salespeople to do it for you to see what the seam looks like. It should be barely noticeable, since without fastening to the profiles it is impossible to achieve the ideal. There will be no visible joints on the ceiling.
2. For residential premises do not buy goods made in China, as they break very easily during installation. They can be installed where aesthetics will be in second place, and there is a need to save money.
3. trace so that the surface is even without obvious drops and bumps.
4. In recent years, the material of domestic production has proven itself well.

Depending on the manufacturer and the length of the strips, the price of PVC panels also differs. The market value of a material 3 meters long on average ranges from 150 to 200 rubles.

If you need 6-meter strips, then you should prepare for a price of 270-320 rubles. First of all, pay attention to the quality and color scheme, and then look at the price. There are times when cheap material is made no less soundly than its expensive counterparts. Then it makes no sense to overpay. They will last the same amount of time.

1. Firstly, to calculate the amount of material, you need to determine the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe ceiling by multiplying the lengths of the sides together.
2. Secondly, divide the result by the area of ​​one panel. As a rule, these data are indicated on the packaging. However, if you haven't visited the store yet, but know that you will be buying 3 meter strips with a width of 250 mm, then their area will be 0.75 square meters. In the case of 6 meters - 1.5 square meters.
3. Thirdly, add 15% to the resulting value for cuts, rounding the final number to a higher value. This will give you the number of lanes you need.

How to fix?

Ceiling plastic is mounted on a pre-assembled structure made of a durable metal profile. Also, it is possible to use a wooden frame, however, this option is not suitable for the bathroom and other rooms with high humidity.

If you correctly install the base, then further installation will go quickly and without unnecessary debris.

Required materials and tools:

• plastic panels;
• profile UD;
• profile CD;
• starting L-profile for hiding the ends of the panels;
• dowels and screws;
• drill;
• screwdriver;
• level;
• metal scissors;

Step by step installation instructions:

1. Step one. At the initial stage of installation of the ceiling system, a frame is created from galvanized profiles. To do this, the level is measured, and marks are made on the walls where it is necessary to fix the UD-27 profile. These will be the guides around the perimeter. It is worth noting that the step between the fasteners should not be less than 40 cm, the distance of 50 cm is considered optimal. The crossbars from the rails are made using the CD-60 profile with a step of 60 cm. .
2. Step two. A plastic L-profile is attached to the rails using self-tapping screws.
3. Step three. At this stage, all the necessary wires are laid.
4. Step four. We proceed to the installation of plastic panels, which we cut strictly along the length of the ceiling using metal scissors. We mount the first strip in the L-profile, carefully fixing it with self-tapping screws along the entire length. The following lanes are connected with a lock. In such situations, the starting profile serves as a hiding element, the ends of the panels go there.
5. Step five. The most important stage in the installation of the ceiling is the installation of the last strip. As a rule, it has to be cut. In such a situation, the principle “measure seven times - cut once” is, after all, by the way.

To make a plastic ceiling beautiful, you need to follow a few simple rules:

1. Seams between panels should be located parallel to a source of direct sunlight. This will help hide the junction.
2. When choosing plastic pay attention to its strength. Press down on the edge of the panel with two fingers. The deformation should be small.
3. Plastic should be able to bend well and at the same time not to break, so its fragility is checked.
4. Give preference to PVC panels with a large number of stiffeners. This will help create a strong structure.