Many specialists and inexperienced craftsmen believe thatthat repair work related to leveling and subsequent lining of the ceiling is one of the most difficult activities. Here there are such problems as unevenness of slabs, asymmetry of corner zones, unevenness of levels of the ceiling base. It is not easy to eliminate such manifestations, besides, the assessment of such work is quite high. Installation will help not only to master the installation process, but also to save money significantly.
Scheme of suspended ceiling made of plasterboard.What are the advantages of such structures? They are affordable, easy to install, and fast to assemble. You can carry out such activities yourself.
List of necessary materials and devices
The gypsum board production scheme and the process itself as a whole are inextricably linked with preliminary work aimed at acquiring tools and finishing materials:
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It comes in two varieties:a guide that is installed across the entire ceiling area, the function of which is derived from the name itself, and a ceiling one that has the configuration of the letter "C". Here it is important to choose a product from one manufacturer, the other parameters are not so important. To calculate the required amount of materials, you should take into account the dimensions of the room. When calculating these indicators, it is important to take into account the fact that the material may break or fail during operation, so it should be purchased with a reserve.
There are 3 varieties:traditional, moisture-resistant and fireproof. In a standard apartment, a sheet of ordinary material will be a suitable option, and there is no need to spend extra money. The ceiling area is installed using sheets less than 8 mm thick, which will significantly lighten the structure. To calculate the number of such layers, the total ceiling area must be divided by the area of one sheet. Usually, a standard sheet is equal to 3 m².
To do this, you should stock up on a direct suspension,the cost of which is low. For this reason, there is no need to calculate the exact amount of material. Their number determines the level of complexity of the ceiling covering, which will increase significantly with an increase in these indicators. The permissible distance between the layers will be 600-700 mm. A ceiling that does not have a large number of connecting elements can do without "crab" components. The installation of such parts is associated with the installation of direct hangers. As an analogue, you can buy longitudinal connecting elements in the same quantity as the number of profiles. To do this, you should take dowels, which will help to fix the guide profile and hanger. To fasten the profiles, you should take a set of self-tapping screws, the length of which is 25 mm. They are also used to fix plasterboard sheets. Return to the table of contents</a>
Preparing for installation
Types of profile structures.Once the main materials have been purchased and the tools have been prepared, before carrying out the main installation work, it is necessary to carry out a number of important manipulations, without which it is impossible to do during the installation process. After the main work is completed, it will be impossible to redo or correct such nuances in the future. is certainly associated with the implementation of electrical installation work. To do this, it is necessary to lay the wiring, think over the lighting of the future ceiling area and the wiring. The ends of the cable for the lamps are lowered and secured with clamps. After carrying out such actions, it is necessary to check its operation. It is good if a detailed diagram is drawn indicating the exact dimensions. Return to the table of contents</a>
Establishing a ceiling level
Scheme of installation of neon lighting in a suspended ceiling made of plasterboard. Alignment of a suspended ceiling made of plasterboard is connected with setting the level on all walls:
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Installation work on the installation of the frame
Composition of gypsum board panel:1 - plaster, 2 - cardboard plates. Fastening suspended ceilings is inextricably linked with the definition of guide profiles. For this, you can use a water level. Having correctly fixed and installed this device, you can apply marks. Of course, the height of the ceiling is determined by each owner, based on their own preferences, however, the desired dimensions will be 10 cm or more. This space can be used to lay a layer of thermal insulation. Such marks are made on all walls, after which it is necessary to start drilling holes with a hammer drill. Dowels are driven into them. Then the ceiling profile is strengthened, the permissible distance between them will be 30-40 cm, in corner areas it is equal to 10-15 cm. As soon as the installation of the guide profiles is completed, along the entire border with the help of a tape measure marks are made on the plane of the wall, the distance between which is 60 cm. This method helps to mark the attachment points of the ceiling profile. If you plan to install a simple structure at one level, fixing the profile in the form of the letter "C" is not required. The mark is made on both opposite walls. Next, the suspension is mounted to the base of the ceiling covering. An acceptable distance will be 60-70 cm, which will allow you to easily fix the thermal insulation layer in this space. However, minor deviations of 1-2 cm are quite acceptable. As the existing suspensions are fixed, the ceiling profile itself is installed. Detailed instructions will help you easily and correctly install the ceiling.
Scheme of fastening of a two-level ceiling withhidden lighting. If the length of the wall and profiles coincide, there is no need to join. However, there are situations in which such a connection is necessary. To do this, fix 2 hangers to the ceiling at the connection points, you can fasten them with self-tapping screws. Using a drill or a screwdriver, connect their joints with the guides, connect the hangers with a C-shaped profile. It is very important to pay attention to the following facts: in the process of twisting the hanger and the ceiling profile, the level, the length of which is 2 m, must be checked, bends and sagging are not allowed. If you ignore such defects, a plane with a wavy pattern may appear as a result of the installation. As soon as all the metal parts are connected, you need to take a level and check the smoothness of the base, and in separate parts along the installed ceiling profile. In the process of detecting deviations, they should be corrected. The assembly of the suspended ceiling frame is done, then you can install the lamp and lay a layer of thermal insulation, it can be cotton wool. Now that the preparatory work has been completed in full, the installation of the suspended plasterboard ceiling begins. Return to Contents</a>
Surface putty and facing with plasterboard sheets
Scheme of ceiling with illumination.Mounting plasterboard on the ceiling is not particularly difficult. First, one of the layers is brought closer to the profile and secured at its base with screws. The required distance between the fasteners will be 10-15 cm. Such stitching is carried out at the extreme points and in the center of the sheet, while focusing on the wall marks. When connecting sheets of plasterboard, it is important to monitor their joints. The layers are made in such a way that their edges are equipped with a rounded base, and this design is not accidental. It helps to get rid of cracking of the putty, a thick layer will provide a more reliable fastening. Where there are no such depressions, they can be made by yourself with a knife. Further installation is associated with the fact that the screws together with the heads are screwed deeply into the plasterboard, approximately to a depth of 1 mm. The surface must be perfectly smooth, which must be controlled. There should be no protruding elements. A perfectly smooth surface will help to easily apply layers of putty to the ceiling. Next, the installation of lighting equipment and other communications is carried out. For this, small holes are made with a knife. For a drill, you can take a nozzle for greater convenience. As the drywall is connected as accurately and firmly as possible, the connecting points should be carefully processed and the necessary recesses made. The puttying of the prepared base begins. Here, gypsum plaster, a mesh for decorating joints are taken, after which the proposed work is carried out. It is best to start working from the joints. They are thoroughly dried, after which you can process the entire base with finishing plaster. The surface layer should dry for one or two days. Then take sandpaper, a special lamp that highlights all the defects of the finished base. General alignment of the surface is carried out. So, the installation of the suspended ceiling is complete. Its surface is ready for the application of decorative elements. The selected system is represented by the installation of an elementary structure in one level. A detailed explanation will help a novice master cope with such work. After mastering it, you can install suspended ceilings of more complex shapes. Return to the table of contents</a>
Admissible variants of surface decoration
Installation diagram of the second level of a two-levelceiling. Speaking about the methods of decoration, it is important to note that they are difficult to identify and outline. Each consumer carries out the decoration, focusing on personal privileges and preferences. The industry produces a variety of finishing materials, the choice of which does not seem to be something difficult. Focusing on the material possibilities and your own desires, you can give preference to the best example of decor. So, the surface of the ceiling can be finished with gypsum stucco, as a result you will get a massive and solid composition. As an option for decoration, ordinary foam plastic, presented in the form of ceiling plinths, is perfect. You can paint the plane of the ceiling, stick wallpaper on it, change the lamp or come up with your own finishing options. You should not choose only the most ultra-fashionable cladding options, they cannot suit any room. Having clearly defined the choice, you can go to the store and buy the necessary materials. The technology of installing suspended ceilings itself is quite simple. In the process of carrying out work, you should be very careful and attentive. Excessive haste can lead to incorrect actions.
