Color of the ceiling laminate
The color of the laminate is determined in accordance with the chosen interior style. It can be a warm brown shade or a cold one with a gray undertone. The brightness and heterogeneity of the texture of the material imitating natural wood play an important role. The aged design of the planks in a vintage style is also in trend.
See also the criteria for choosing a laminate.
Brown
A modern or classic interior will be ideally emphasized by a ceiling with a pronounced wood texture, and a warm shade will fill the house with coziness. It can be either light brown or dark wenge.
The photo shows a bedroom in brown tones.
White
White laminate is suitable for both modern and classic interiors. Light boards will look minimalistic in Scandinavian design, without overloading with unnecessary details. Also, a white ceiling will reveal the character of a country-style home, its naturalness and simplicity.
Black
In rooms with a large area and height, you can safely use dark finishes. The rich color will fill the volume and create an intimate atmosphere in the house. Black laminate is suitable for loft style, modern or classic interior.
The photo shows a black ceiling covering that flows onto the wall.
Gray
A neutral gray shade of laminate will fit perfectly into a minimalist interior. This color will serve as a background for interior solutions, while maintaining the overall style.
The photo shows a bedroom in a modern style with a ceiling finished with laminated boards in gray tones.
Bleached oak
A light wooden accent on the ceiling and other surfaces will add warmth without overloading the interior with color. So, bleached oak is ideal for any living space, it will look discreet and universal.
The photo shows a living room in a wooden house with a ceiling in the color “bleached oak”.
Ideas for decorating the ceiling in different styles
Let’s consider several ready-made solutions that can be used depending on the chosen interior style.
Modern
The presence of wooden surfaces in combination with concrete, stone and metal is characteristic of the modern style. Laminate will emphasize the graphic nature of the interior and bring it closer to eco design.
Country
Country style interior with elements of classics – this is the country style, or Provence. It is distinguished by the use of natural (or imitating natural) materials, antique furniture, classic decor and simple textiles. Wood in the interior, often aged, untreated or painted.
The photo shows a country style living room. The laminate is made in blue tones and imitates aged wood.
Loft
Loft-style interior is a combination of rough industrial finishing materials such as brick, concrete, paint, plaster, wood, metal. At the same time, wooden elements should look rough, aged or with the effect of a burnt board. Laminate is often used as a ceiling covering in modern apartments, which corresponds to the loft style, while being practical and economical.
The photo shows the interior of the living room in the loft style.
Photo in the interior of the apartment
Here are examples of what a laminate ceiling looks like in different rooms.
Balcony and loggia
The finishing of the surfaces on the balcony or loggia should be practical and resistant to moisture. A high-class laminated material is ideal for finishing walls and ceilings.
Attic
The room under the roof will be most comfortable if it is decorated as wood. Wooden ceiling products fit very organically into the interior and are distinguished by a fairly wide range.
Living room
The wood-like ceiling covering in the living room emphasizes the naturalness and aesthetics of the interior.
Wooden house
Wooden beams are an ideal material for the construction and decoration of a country house or cottages. In addition to it, you can use laminated or parquet flooring and ceiling.
The photo shows a living room in wooden house made of timber.
Bedroom
To create an intimate atmosphere and coziness in the bedroom, the ceiling covering can be made of laminate. Combinations of materials and multi-level ceilings are often used.
The photo shows an example of a cozy bedroom with a combined ceiling finish.
Kitchen
The ceiling in the kitchen should be practical and stylistically consistent with the overall interior of the apartment.
The photo shows a kitchen with a ceiling made of laminated material.
Veranda
Closeness to nature on the veranda implies the use of wood-like coverings. It is important to remember that the cladding must be moisture-resistant and vandal-proof.
The photo shows a veranda in a country house with wood trim.
Wardrobe
Laminate in the dressing room finish is practical and aesthetically pleasing. In a spacious room it can be decorated with beams, in a small space it is better to use light shades without decor.
The photo shows a dressing room finished with wood and laminate.
Hallway and entrance hall
Laminate in the entrance hall can emphasize the geometry of the hallway and create an organic design that greets you from the threshold of the apartment.
Children’s
Laminate in a children’s room is practical, environmentally friendly and stylish. Light plasterboard inserts or false beams will complement the interior well.
Toilet
Moisture-resistant laminated material on the ceiling in the bathroom will perfectly match the wood-like porcelain tiles on the floor and will support the design of the entire apartment.
Options for unusual ceiling design
You can use many interesting design techniques for decorating the ceiling. But you need to remember some technical points.
- For example, the planks can be laid straight, staggered, diagonally or in a herringbone pattern.
- The joint of the laminated board with other surfaces should be carried out using special connecting strips.
- It is better to decorate the perimeter of the room with a ceiling plinth.
- The ceiling can be equipped with beams, combined with other ceiling coverings and made in several levels.
- There are also large-sized laminated panels that are most convenient for installation.
With backlighting
A ceiling covered with laminate on a frame will allow you to hide the wires and create several lighting options:
- linear,
- spot,
- cornice.
Design of the ceiling and wall with laminate
The transition of the laminate from the ceiling to the wall is an interesting solution for harmonizing the space, highlighting the central furniture element and creating additional lighting.
Beam decoration with laminate
Some houses have building structures in the form of beams or columns, which can add additional charm if they are decorated correctly. One option is to cover the beams with wood-like laminate.
Two-level ceilings
Using plasterboard, you can create levels with additional lighting.
Laminate between beams
In wooden houses, beams are provided for by building codes and are ideally combined with the finishing material of the entire interior. But if you wish, you can recreate the atmosphere of country style and install false beams. Laminate between the beams will create the effect of a wooden board.
Combined
The ceiling does not necessarily have to be covered with one material. You can combine laminate with plasterboard or use stretch material in certain areas. It will look interesting with a matte or glossy stretch fabric.
