Design features
Beige color can be classified as a classic shade; it is often used when decorating the interior of an apartment. People who prefer to use this shade value calmness and practicality.
- Beige finishing will fill the room with comfort and warm light.
- The advantage of beige is its versatility; it is perfect for interior decoration in almost any style.
- The ceiling finished in beige will not hide the space of the room.
- Beige combines well with other colors and can be an ideal background for filling a room with color.
- Using beige color will promote pleasant communication, help you to distract yourself and relax.
The photo shows a beige ceiling decorated with white moldings.
Features of beige color
Beige is a universal shade. It contains warm brown and cool white.
The advantages of beige color are:
- wide range of different shades;
- harmonious combination with furniture and room decoration;
- beige color is neutral. It does not irritate or cause strong emotions;
- smoothes out bright elements in the room, it can be combined with cold and warm tones.
- associated with cozy and natural materials such as sand, wood;
- a room with a beige stretch ceiling immerses a person in an atmosphere of warmth, peace and tranquility.
Kinds
The chosen finishing material will affect the overall picture of the room. For modern trends, a suspended ceiling or a plasterboard structure is suitable. In a rustic or eco-style, a wooden or slatted option looks good. A painted or suspended ceiling will look harmonious in a conservative interior.
Tensioner
The installation technology consists of stretching the heated fabric over the entire surface, fixing it in special clamps. There are two types: harpoon and harpoonless, differing in the method of fastening. The technology allows you to choose almost any color. Lighting can be spot lighting or an unusual chandelier.
Painting
For painting you will need a perfectly flat surface. The whole process takes place in three stages: preparation, priming and painting. The main advantage of this finishing option is the variety of shades of all colors. The interior is laconic and warm. Any type of chandelier can illuminate a room.
Suspension
There are several types of structures, for example cassette, Griliato, plasterboard. They differ in the coating material and method of fastening, but the base is common, assembly is carried out and attached to a metal frame.
From plasterboard
This technology allows you to level any surface, as well as create multi-level compositions. Drywall sheets are attached to a pre-prepared metal profile structure. The downside of the plasterboard finishing technique is the forced lowering of the ceiling level.
Wallpapering
A simple finishing method, wallpaper allows you to decorate surfaces not only in one color, but also with various patterns and designs. Pasting is performed on a previously leveled surface.
In the photo, the ceiling in the kitchen is decorated with light wallpaper in beige tones.
Rack and pinion
It is assembled according to the mosaic principle, the elements are laid out on prepared metal guides.
Wood
Wood trim stands out from other options. The material is environmentally friendly and can have a complex shape. The downside is susceptibility to humidity. This type of finish looks good in a living room or bedroom in country, shabby chic and Scandinavian style.
Finish options
It is possible to combine matte and glossy fabrics of different shades. This type of finish looks stylish and unusual. It is important to make sure that the color of the ceiling matches other design elements.
Beige goes well not only with white, but also with black or other dark shades. Sunny yellow looks bright against a background of modest beige, so the ceiling will be unusual and bright. If this design option seems too provocative, you can only make curly inserts in bright colors. Then the ceiling will not draw attention to itself.
You can supplement the canvases with photo printing; any images will look advantageous on a beige or cream background. It is not necessary to apply the design to the entire canvas; you can limit yourself to only small inserts in the center or corners.
For a nursery, you can choose more expressive options, paint images of your favorite cartoon characters or animals on the ceiling. The child will definitely like this. Thanks to modern technologies, absolutely any pictures or photos can be applied to a suspended ceiling. You can find an image yourself or choose from existing ones.
Another design option is an abstract pattern consisting of beige and brown shades. Here it is good to frame the canvas with a plasterboard frame, as the room will seem smaller. Geometric prints on the ceiling surface reduce space. All that remains is to choose suitable lighting fixtures that will highlight the curved patterns and you can admire the result.
Beige can be not only the main tone, but also an interesting accent. It makes sense to experiment with ceilings that have perforations. In this design option, small holes will reveal the creamy fabric, which looks very elegant in any room.
Glossy, matte or satin?
Glossy
A ceiling with a glossy surface has reflective properties, which allows you to visually increase the area of the room. A wide range of colors is available, which allows you to create the desired interior. In difficult lighting, glare of light will play on the mirror surface.
The disadvantage of gloss is the small width of the canvas; the seam line will be visible. Glossy surfaces are often used when decorating interiors in a modern style.
The photo shows the interior of the living room in light beige tones with a glossy ceiling.
Matte
Matte canvas is suitable for finishing the ceiling in a loft or classic style; such a solution will not attract attention, but will only complement the overall picture of the room. The matte canvas is wider than the glossy one, which avoids joints. The beige color on a matte surface looks advantageous - it creates a velvety appearance.
Satin ceiling
A satin ceiling is something in between; the surface does not have a mirror effect, but has a special shine. Visually the surface looks silky.
The photo shows a satin ceiling with lighting around the perimeter of the room.
Types of beige ceilings
There are two types of beige stretch ceilings: matte and glossy. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages, which determine the characteristics of their use.
The beige glossy stretch ceiling has a reflective, mirror effect. This quality of glossy canvas makes it advantageous to use in small rooms, when you need to visually expand the space or enlarge the room. For example, a cream cloth looks very advantageous in the kitchen. At the same time, the feeling of lightness and comfort is maintained.
A light suspended ceiling is used in cases where there is no need to emphasize visual expansion. This is a calmer and more traditional option. Good for bedroom, living room, children's room.
Combination of wall and ceiling colors
Combination | Description | Photo |
Light walls and beige ceiling | Light walls against a beige ceiling will make the room wider. The design can be multi-level, with a transitional color from dark to light. | |
Dark walls and beige ceiling | The combination of dark walls and a beige top will make the room visually taller. In combination with wooden walls you can get a classic, rustic interior. | |
Walls to match the beige ceiling | Decorating a room in a single color palette will saturate the room with soft, warm light. | |
Bright color | The beige color is beautiful for its versatility; it harmonizes with almost any shade. |
What to do with lighting?
Good lighting in the kitchen is very important. There are several lighting options that are perfect for a stretch ceiling. First of all, it is recommended to hang the chandelier above the dining table. In workplaces, it is best to use powerful floodlights.
You should pay attention to the location of possible spotlights in combination with a chandelier:
- The second, fifth, eighth and ninth options can be called the most optimal for a medium-sized room.
- The fifth scheme is suitable if you want to create a romantic twilight atmosphere in a separate part of the kitchen.
- In photographs seven, ten and twelfth you can see the ideal solution for a large room that should be evenly lit from all sides.
The choice of a specific scheme depends on the size of the kitchen and the type of stretch ceiling covering. In a room with glossy ceilings, you can use fewer lighting fixtures as they will reflect the light themselves.
Combination of floor and ceiling colors
Combination | Description | Photo |
Light floor and beige ceiling | The cream top goes well with the light flooring. Laminate and wood-look linoleum or carpet with a simple pattern will make an excellent company. | |
Dark floor and beige ceiling | The combination complements each other well. Looks stylish in modern and classic interiors. Shades of dark chocolate are one of the best combinations with beige. | |
The floor matches the beige ceiling | It is better to dilute the single color palette of the ceiling and floor with the help of bright colors for wall decoration or objects in the interior. | |
Bright floor | In the kitchen, the bright floor can be made of colored tiles, and in the living room or children's room there can be a bright carpet or rug. |
Photos in the interior of the rooms
Bedroom
Warm shades are great for the bedroom; the interior is enveloped in warmth and soft light. To decorate a classic bedroom, the ceiling can be matte with an unusual chandelier or multi-tiered satin. A modern interior will be decorated with a beige ceiling in combination with dark furniture.
Kitchen
In city apartments, kitchens often have a small area, so to save space, you should use a light palette for decoration. The optimal color would be white or beige. Glossy surfaces will help to increase the area due to the mirror effect.
Living room
In the living room you can use an unusual shaped design that defines the seating area. Cream shades match a living room in a classic or modern style. By adding wooden beams, the interior will immediately look different - closer to a rustic style.
The photo shows a light beige ceiling with a pattern.
Children's
Beige color will become the base color for a children's room. Bright colors can be used on walls, carpeting, or decorate ceilings with photo wallpaper.
Bathroom and toilet
In the bathtub, it is better to use a slatted structure made of metal panels, this will help avoid the problem of fungus. The beige color will look harmonious with several spotlights.
Corridor and hallway
Light shades in the hallway will give more light. Since city apartments rarely have apartments with hallways with a lot of natural light, choosing a beige shade will be the best option.
Reviews about stretch ceilings
Based on reviews on the Internet, you can judge the quality of the selected product, since these are people who have already experienced the new product for themselves.
Svetlana, Moscow
Before installing the ceiling in the kitchen, I was concerned that I would have to remove all the furniture that was previously provided. However, the craftsmen assured me that everything can be left in place, since installing a stretch ceiling will not affect other elements. The two-tier structure was installed in two days. When everything was ready, all that remained was to wash the floors and wipe the dust from the furniture.
I was concerned that the steam and smoke might damage the canvas, but so far nothing has happened to that. For cleaning I use a damp cloth, everything is quick and easy to clean.
Alexey, Voronezh
My husband and I live on the top floor, with just a roof over our heads. We decided to install a French stretch ceiling in the kitchen. Shortly after the major renovation, he went on vacation for a month. When we returned, I was shocked! In the kitchen there was a huge bubble hanging from the ceiling. It turned out that during our absence heavy rains were approaching.
I had to call the guys who installed the ceiling. They pumped out the water through the holes for the lighting fixtures and pumped out a piece of canvas. After drying, the canvas stretched again, a small yellow spot appeared where the water was. I believe that this is a small price to pay for having all the furniture on the kitchen remained untouched.
You can find a lot of such positive reviews about stretch ceilings on the Internet. Dissatisfied customers are less common, but usually their dissatisfaction is associated with improper installation or low-quality linen material.
Combining beige with other colors
Beige-white
White and beige colors look beautiful in the interior of any room; the room will become more spacious. This combination can be used to decorate the entire room or be complemented with decor in a contrasting color.
The photo shows a classic living room with a glossy beige stretch ceiling in a niche with white moldings.
Beige-brown and beige-chocolate
Classic color combination. By playing with texture and material, you can get a classic and modern style, or using wood and brick, a country or loft style.
Beige pink
A delicate combination, great for decorating a living room, bedroom, nursery or bathroom. By changing the color saturation you can make the interior lighter and more romantic or bold and bright.
Beige-black
The combination of contrasting light and dark is suitable for a modern interior. The room will be complemented by minimalist furniture with straight lines and unusual decorative elements. The combination looks good in the living room, bathroom and spacious kitchen.
Beige gray
Gray color is often used in modern interior design. Cool or warm shades of gray will give character to the room. The combination looks good in any room of the house.
Popular combinations with other colors
Another common combination is with brown, especially chocolate. Beige seems lighter than on its own. The room looks warmer and more comfortable. Brick, natural stone and wood fit into this range. That is, suitable styles are country, loft, classic and chalet.
A close combination is with brick, red-brown, terracotta. The room will seem filled with warmth even in cold weather. This ceiling is suitable for rooms facing north or east.
The combination with pastel colors, especially pink, looks gentle. Good for a bedroom or nursery. Each of the colors becomes expressive, but the interior does not look contrasting.
Beige and gray are a more formal combination. Possible options are metallic, smoky, pearl. Suitable for all rooms, but looks especially good in the office.
The black ceiling gives a feeling of depth and mystery, which is enhanced by the light beige color. It is better to choose a glossy canvas, otherwise the room will seem too low. This is the most contrasting combination. It is advisable to choose a calmer, lighter finish for the floor and walls.
Beige combines with many other colors, softens dark ones: emerald, purple, blue, etc. Suitable for both cold and warm colors.
Beige stretch ceiling is a popular and varied finishing option. It suits all rooms, looks great in different shades, and also in combination with other colors.
Design
Two-level
Using a two-level design, you can visually stretch out the space; LED strips will create a floating effect. In addition to the classic shape with right angles, the design can have an unusual shape. This design method will help to divide the space without overloading it or become a highlight in the interior. A two-level ceiling will harmoniously fit into the interior of a living room, bedroom or kitchen in a classic and modern style.
Multi-level
A more complex design looks good in a modern interior. This type of design is desirable to use in spacious rooms. A multi-level ceiling is appropriate to use in a living room or bedroom.
The photo shows a multi-level ceiling with lighting.
Photo printing
Modern technologies make it possible to apply various prints. Photo printing with a pattern will be an ideal design option for a children's room. In the living room or bedroom, a thematic image will support the overall design idea.
Backlit
A common option is illumination using an LED strip, which is hidden in one or several levels. In this case, the light is uniform and diffused. Illumination can also be done using spotlights.
Style selection
Modern
The beige ceiling in a modern interior contrasts well with bright colors. The main attention will be drawn to bright walls or furniture. The beige color will become a warm background.
Classic
In classic design, beige and cream shades are often used. The interior is done in subdued colors, focusing on natural materials and elegant furnishings of the room.
Loft
A style that does not tolerate careful finishing. A flat ceiling, painted dark beige or light, trimmed with wooden slats will complement the style of the room.
The photo shows a beige ceiling with wooden beams in a loft kitchen-living room.
Provence
Light shades are ideal for decorating a room in Provence style. Bleached or natural light wood is often used as a material for the ceiling. Hand painting will also be an unusual solution; the image can reflect the style of the room and make the interior unique.