Ceilings in a children's room: photos of the best design

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The ceiling in a nursery is not just an element of room decoration. This is an easy way to make your child's fantasies come true. And a properly designed surface can shape its aesthetic taste. One of the ways to finish the top in a nursery is with suspended ceilings. We'll tell you what they are and tell you how to choose them.

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Popular ceiling solutions

original ceiling in the nursery

The ceiling surface can be finished in different ways. The only question is which options will be relevant for the nursery, and which ones should be abandoned from the point of view of their unsafety.

Be sure to ask the opinion of the small owner of the premises regarding the decision you made. Perhaps he will make his own adjustments to the design, which you will have to try and implement. What is technically accessible and relevant today?

Stretch ceiling

the orange ceiling goes well with the color of the furniture and curtains

It should be noted that this solution is in great demand. The structure is assembled from profiles and PVC film. In a children's room, it would be more appropriate to use a special fabric to decorate the ceiling. It will all look great. Installation work is carried out quickly and requires virtually no preliminary repairs.

Stretch ceilings are easy to clean. The surface does not absorb odors and does not collect condensation, therefore it is not afraid of mold.

The design has excellent thermal and noise insulation performance. It retains its aesthetic appearance for a long time.

The airiness of the room is given by the ceiling and accent wall with the image of clouds

Among the disadvantages it is worth noting:

impossibility of DIY installation;
poor resistance to mechanical damage;
obstruction of free microcirculation of air.

But these are all minor things compared to the fact that a sky ceiling will appear in the nursery or with cartoon characters. With properly equipped lighting, all this will sparkle with unique colors and allow you to realize design ideas of any complexity.

Ceiling decoration with images of cartoon characters is relevant for preschool children

If you need to raise the ceiling in a room, you can make the surface glossy or with a 3D effect. The beauty of the texture of the fabric will help create a room with a unique cozy atmosphere.

A suspended ceiling will not interfere with installing a ceiling lamp in the nursery.

As for the price of the issue, this finishing method is not budget.

Suspended ceiling

suspended ceiling design for children's room

In the nursery it is assembled from wooden lining. There is no need to look for a more environmentally friendly solution. The design will perfectly complement both the room of teenagers and very young children. For the latter, the room can be turned into either a hut on chicken legs or a fairy-tale mansion. To complete the experience, try to choose the right ceiling lamps for such a children's room. There should be nothing modern in their design.

A wooden ceiling can be vacuumed, although virtually no dust will accumulate on it. Excellent thermal insulation qualities make this solution indispensable for rooms located on the upper floors.

Plasterboard ceiling for children's room

ceiling for princess room

No less popular option than suspended ceilings. Their main disadvantage is the impossibility of installation in a small room. The problem is that the design takes up 10cm of height, which is sometimes a disaster for the room.

The finishing method is budget-friendly. You can assemble the frame and attach the sheets of drywall to it yourself. The latter are environmentally friendly materials and are approved for use in children's design.

This ceiling is absolutely fireproof. It does not support combustion and does not melt like plastic.

plasterboard allows you to create an original ceiling and lighting design

The ceilings in the nursery are made of plasterboard - an opportunity to organize original lighting. There is enough space for both recessed ceiling lights and ceiling chandeliers.

The ceiling surface after covering with plasterboard will need to be further decorated. They can be painted, covered with wallpaper or special tiles. This will require time and financial costs.

Multi-level ceilings

“A two-level ceiling is relevant for a children’s room where children of different sexes live”

two-level ceiling in the nursery

The ceiling in a nursery can have several levels. There may be two or more. It is better not to implement too complex designs. They will not be appreciated by the child, and will add problems with cleaning. A two-level ceiling is relevant for a children's room where children of different sexes live. It will make it possible to realize the desires of both children in an environment.

Plasterboard structures can be combined with stretch ceilings. The play of textures will give the room a unique look. You can assemble shaped tiers from plasterboard into a nursery for a girl or boy. In the first case it will be flowers and moths, in the second - cars and airplanes.

Photo wallpaper

photo wallpaper on the ceiling in the interior of a children's room

For a child’s room, this is simply a wonderful way to decorate the ceiling surface, opening up enormous opportunities for interior design as a whole. However, for such finishing the ceiling will need to be properly leveled. The theme of the picture for photo printing can be chosen to match the interior style or according to the child’s wishes. In this way it is easy to turn the ceiling in the nursery into the sky or an aquarium. Although today there are more than enough materials, it is better to choose paper wallpaper for decorating this particular room in the house. Although they cannot boast of durability, they are at their best when it comes to environmental friendliness. The paper will allow the surface to “breathe”.

By the way, the durability of materials in this interior is not very important. All the same, as the owner grows, the situation will have to change. Decorating the ceiling with photo wallpaper is a real find for small spaces where the height of the room does not exceed 2.5 meters.

Ceiling tiles

an original solution for finishing the bedside wall and ceiling in a teenager’s room

This material is rarely used in decorating the ceiling of a children's room, as it is of synthetic origin. Expanded polystyrene is fire hazardous. It burns, smokes and melts perfectly. Tiles are also easy to damage. It is enough to touch the surface with an awkwardly thrown ball, and it will immediately become deformed. In this case, a regular ceiling chandelier will pose a danger to a child’s room. From the heat of the lamps, the tiles will begin to release toxic substances, which can cause allergies.

Plaster version

plaster ceiling in children's room

This type of finishing has been known since ancient times. You can use both slabs and simply stucco elements. They will help complete the design of the princess’s room.

Features of stretch fabrics

pros

Why do most parents choose such designs? Let's list their main advantages:

safety - polyvinyl chloride, from which film sheets are made, does not cause allergies, does not emit harmful substances and does not burn in the event of a fire;
decorative possibilities - various textures, colors and types of construction provide scope for the implementation of any design idea;
ease of care - thanks to the antistatic effect, dust is repelled, and dirt is removed with a damp cloth;
ease of installation - a frame is attached around the perimeter of the walls, onto which the film is stretched;
low cost - a variety of materials and designs allows you to choose an option that suits the price.

The advantages include the ability to hide the wires from the projector behind the tension covering. Many children's rooms have home theaters installed, and dangling cables are not the best option for a room with children.

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Minuses

Among the minuses, it is worth noting the instability of the canvases to sharp piercing objects. The problem of small punctures can be solved independently with patches and decorative stickers. If the cut is large and located in the middle, you will have to change the entire panel. Another inconvenience is the need to select lamps that do not heat up, because PVC film does not tolerate temperatures above 60 degrees. Suitable types: chandeliers with long pendants, built-in models with diode and halogen lamps.

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No. 6. Stretch ceiling

Stretch ceilings made of PVC or fabric can also be used in children's rooms. Moreover, now their popularity in the design of children's rooms has increased sharply, because no other material can boast of such decorative and aesthetic properties. Such a ceiling can be monochromatic and have any shade, it can have some kind of pattern, with an image of the sky, with any necessary picture or photograph, because an individual design can be created to order. In addition to appearance, suspended ceilings have other advantages:

high speed of installation and absence of dirty processes;
the ability to equip spotlights, which will bring a special atmosphere to the room and allow you to visually raise the ceiling;
high dust- and dirt-repellent, antibacterial and hypoallergenic properties;
suitable for newly constructed buildings, since during shrinkage there will be no cracks in such a ceiling;
durability.

Stretch ceilings also have disadvantages:

The main disadvantage is airtightness. But if the neighbors above flood, then nothing in the children’s room will be damaged, because the liquid will collect above the structure and can be carefully removed. In the absence of such emergency situations, it is recommended to simply ventilate the room more often. The second way out is to use fabric stretch ceilings that allow air to pass through;
price;
the presence of welds, but they can only be seen upon closer examination and if the room is large. The maximum width of PVC fabric is 3.5 m, fabric - 5.1 m. If the room fits within these limits, then a seamless option can be found.

Types of ceilings

Tension fabrics are available in matte, satin and glossy films of various colors. Fabric varieties have a small selection of shades, mostly light pastel colors.

Matte

Matte ones look like a plastered or painted surface, do not attract unnecessary attention, do not glare and look natural. Therefore, they can be used for any interior.

Satin

Glossy surfaces reflect surrounding objects and rays of light. On the one hand, this optically adds volume and air to the room. On the other hand, bright glare tires the eyes, so with this type of canvas you need to carefully consider the lighting.

Satin softly reflects light without creating glare. Their surface shimmers with mother-of-pearl, reminiscent of silk fabric. It changes color at different times of the day depending on the light intensity.

Fabric

Due to the manufacturing method, fabric ones can allow air to pass through. Therefore, they are considered more environmentally friendly than film ones. In addition, they are easier to mend in case of a cut.

Two-color PVC ceiling and floating effect

Soldered two-color ceilings are indispensable in apartments where there is no large headroom. They are inexpensive and perform excellent zoning functions. Successful design options are obtained by combining colored ceilings in two or more colors with LED aluminum profiles. This way you can achieve both a soaring effect and multicolor in a small room with low ceilings. Modern ergonomic requirements for the design of a children's room require thoughtful multi-level lighting. A colored floating ceiling is a good way to satisfy the requirements and at the same time make the room design original.

Photo of the interior of a large children's room with a multi-level ceiling

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Ceiling design options in a children's room

Classic white will suit any interior. In addition, during the next renovation it will not be necessary to redo it. It is appropriate in the bedroom for a baby and a teenager. Its advantage is that it does not draw attention to itself and the rest of the finish can be made brighter.

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Colored ceiling canvases are not uncommon in children's bedrooms. However, they must be used with caution - too bright, rich shades tire the psyche. It is better to give preference to pastel shades: sand, cream, light green, blue, pink.

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The use of stretch ceilings with photo printing in children's rooms opens up endless possibilities. With its help, you can not only apply images of finished paintings, but also your own pictures. Children are especially fond of plots on the theme of the sky: a clear summer sky, with white clouds, or a starry night sky. In addition to beauty, this pattern creates a feeling of endless height, which suits low bedrooms very well. Images of favorite characters and scenes from cartoons are popular. This is a good alternative to standard posters on the walls. Adventure lovers will appreciate canvases with images of maps, compasses, sea spaces, and road signs.

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Types of ceilings

There are several types of ceiling coverings used to decorate a nursery.

Tensioner

A fairly common finishing option, which provides the opportunity to create a perfectly even and smooth coating and show your imagination.

Suspended plasterboard ceiling

A variety of design options using plasterboard allow you not only to decorate the ceiling in an unusual way, but also to zone the space and create uniform or partial lighting in it.

The photo shows a white plasterboard ceiling in the interior of a children's room.

Wooden

A ceiling made of lining or laminate is a popular option for children's rooms. It is made from natural materials and is therefore considered environmentally friendly, practical and aesthetic.

The photo shows a children's room in the attic with a wooden ceiling in blue tones.

Ceiling tiles

Perfect for rooms with low ceilings. It is characterized by its low price, simple installation and can be easily painted in any color.

Plastic panels

Economical, durable, functional, aesthetic and at the same time very stylish type of ceiling decor.

The photo shows a children's room with a ceiling covering in the form of white plastic panels.

Colored

A classic option that looks simple and concise. The only disadvantage of this coating is that over time the paint may crack.

Lighting principles

Good light in a nursery plays an important role, because it affects the child’s vision. Stretch ceilings provide ample opportunities for zoning a room with the help of lamps. Above the work desk and in the play area the light will be bright, and above the sleeping area it will be calmer and subdued. The chandelier is responsible for the overall illumination. Additional lighting will be provided by spotlights. Instead, you can use light strips - diode strips covered with a translucent film. “Floating” models look good, raising the height of the room due to the LED strip fixed at the junction of the film and the walls. Below are the lighting options for suspended ceilings for a children's bedroom: photos of real interiors.

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Boy's room

Airplanes: air adventures. 3D stretch ceiling.

Space.

Plasterboard ceiling in a sporty style.