Ceiling in the bathroom: the choice of material

Gusevsky Andrey Anatolyevich

Ceiling finish in the bathroom - the choice of material

Before deciding what to finish the ceiling in the bathroom, it is recommended to exclude those types of material that are generally not suitable for a damp room. Then you can safely study the installation technology, technical characteristics of the remaining types of materials and decide how to finish the ceiling in the bathroom.
Consider what should be excluded when choosing a material.

Finishing the ceilings in the bathroom: what materials should be excluded

Before you exclude some types of materials, it is necessary to determine the requirements for them for a wet room. The bath is also subject to changes in temperature changes and an increased risk of flooding.
In addition, the material should be easy to maintain during the operational period.

Invalid materials for the bathroom

There are some materials that should not be done in rooms with high humidity.
So:

• It is immediately necessary to exclude whitewashing lime, besides all the inconveniences with this type of material, against the background of modern tools, it looks rather boring.
• Chalk whitewashing. In addition to all the disadvantages that are characteristic of ordinary whitewashing, chalk on the ceiling serves as an excellent medium for the growth of mold.
• Oil or enamel finish. As for the bathroom, in this room the coating very quickly loses its appeal.
  After a short period of time, the ceiling turns yellow, cracks, crumbles.
• Wallpaper finish will last a maximum of 3 months.

Invalid bathroom materials

• Plasterboard, Particleboard, Fibreboard. All of these materials absorb moisture and become deformed over time.
  And the smallest leak will completely destroy the repair, and the capital entails large expenses.

Ceiling bathroom decoration: modern decoration materials

Thanks to modern building materials, it is not difficult to finish the ceiling in the bathroom for many years.

For reference: Many modern finishing materials and methods for their installation provide only the features of the bathroom itself and the owners' own aesthetic preferences.

How to finish the ceiling in the bathroom with water dispersion or latex paint

This type of decoration is preferred by users who want to maintain the ceiling height.. The best option for saving money and floor space.

Attention! In this situation, we will talk about modern dye compositions that are maximally adapted to a humid environment and temperature extremes.
Such substances contain special additives that have bactericidal characteristics that prevent the appearance of the fungus.

Having chosen this material for decoration, it is necessary to carefully prepare the surface before painting:

• Finishing the ceiling of the bathroom with paint provides for a complete cleaning of the surface from the previous coating.
• Even if there are no traces of mold on the ceiling, it is still necessary to carry out a special treatment that will prevent the appearance. For these purposes, even 9% vinegar is suitable.
• All cracks and cracks must be repaired, after which the ceiling should be leveled with putty.

Special paint for the ceiling in the bathroom

Tip. In order to level the ceiling before painting, you need a moisture-resistant putty.

• After the putty material has completely dried, it is necessary to go with a sandpaper and primer. It is best to buy paint and primer from one manufacturer.
• To give a certain shade to the ceiling, color is added to the paint. The ceiling is best painted with a roller.
  A few hours later, after the first layer has dried, another layer is applied in the perpendicular direction. If this is your first time doing this type of work yourself, it’s best to watch the training video before starting work.

Methods for decorating the bathroom ceiling: polystyrene boards

In this option, there are several types of finishes that you should know before starting work:

• In most cases, this type of material is used to save money, and the work can be done in a short time with your own hands. Expanded polystyrene meets the requirements of a wet room, but as for the external aesthetics, the material looks very simple.
• The main advantages of this finish include the minimum preparatory work of the base ceiling. But processing the ceiling from mold must be done.
  The price of tiles is low, and installation is simple. Tile is glued onto the cleaned ceiling using liquid nails or a special adhesive composition.

Finishing the ceiling in the bathroom with plastic panels

This is a fairly straightforward type of job:

• Starting with this finishing material and others, which will be given below, the installation affects the height of the ceiling. Therefore, when the last decision is made, this factor must be taken into account.

Plastic panels for the bathroom - a good solution

• After preparing the base ceiling, the height level is determined, then the frame is made of galvanized profile or dry processed timber.

Attention! If a beam is chosen for the crate, it must be treated with impregnation, which will protect against moisture penetration.

• The frame of plastic panels is a guide that is installed parallel to each other and perpendicular to the direction of the panels in increments of 60 cm.
• After installing the frame, you must perform electrical wiring and place them in the corrugated pipe.
• Ceiling panels are mounted from the wall and attached to the guide screws, and the panels are inserted into the grooves one after the other.
• Holes for lighting are cut at the installation site.

Tip: For visual compensation of the height of the room, it is best to use PVC panels with a glossy surface.

I want to note that this is one of the most optimal options for decorating the bathroom, it is characterized by increased moisture resistance and an affordable price. Many users refuse expensive material in favor of PVC panels, not because of the price, but the quality and ease of installation.

Methods for finishing the ceiling in the bathroom: LSU (glass-magnetic sheet)

There are several finishing methods that we want to say about:

• This is a fairly new and little-known material. If we talk about the advantages, then it has all the advantages of moisture-resistant GLA, but it has increased strength, flexibility, and ease during processing.
• Many users are familiar with the features of moisture-resistant GLA and often use it when decorating a bathroom. But if you choose between moisture-resistant GLA and LSU, then the second option is the winner.
• Installation of LSU is no different from a drywall construction, starting from the frame, ending with putty and painting.

LSU finish - similar to drywall

Slatted and cassette ceilings, photo

Slatted and cassette ceilings are also particularly popular in wet rooms.The most basic and crucial step in the installation is the installation of the frame according to the level.
The lining itself does not require special knowledge, the racks simply snap onto special guides.
Cassette ceilings are open and closed. For the open type, the visible part of the frame performs a decorative function, and in the closed type, the frame is hidden behind the surface of metal cassettes.
In both cases, installation is carried out without additional fasteners.

Attention! Aluminum ceilings are lightweight, durable, moisture resistant, so often the choice is made in favor of this material for the bathroom.

Slatted and cassette ceilings

Tension systems for the bathroom

Tension systems are the optimal combination of beauty, durability, practicality, ease of care and optimal cost. The most important advantage is that during flooding neither the apartment, nor the bathroom, nor the ceiling itself will suffer.
After the water is gently discharged, you can forget about all the problems.
After reviewing the optimal materials, the choice is left to each user. It all depends on the premises, financial capabilities and their own strengths.