Suspended ceilings are not onlyplasterboard, as is commonly believed. Modern slatted ceilings made of aluminum panels are attractive and aesthetically pleasing. They are easy to install with your own hands, are completely resistant to moisture, and are lightweight. Today, you can choose any of its varieties that will give the room the desired appearance. There are attractive options with a mirror or metal surface that imitate various materials, including wood. They can be used for narrow corridors, bathrooms, and kitchens. Diagonal installation is excellent. It is better to install a slatted ceiling from strips of different colors, combining them with metal inserts.
Installation diagram of a slatted suspended ceiling.
How to choose the correct rails?
Today, slatted ceilings are used in a variety of ways, and it is necessary to focus on the following parameters:
The device of a suspended slatted ceiling. The surface of the slats themselves can be as follows:
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Tools and materials for the ceilings
Tools and materials for slatted ceiling:grinder, hammer drill and screwdriver, building level, metal scissors. To install a slatted ceiling, you need to prepare the following materials and tools:
- panel for the ceiling of the selected type;
- guide profiles and suspensions;
- traverses for fastening panels;
- special screws with plastic dowels;
- building level;
- a long metal ruler, plumb lines;
- a simple pencil;
- perforator and screwdriver;
- Scissors for metal to cut the profile and aluminum slats;
- a bulgarian, a circle for metal.
Installation diagram for a multi-level slatted ceiling.The installation of slatted ceilings begins with marking. For this, a building level, a simple pencil, and a long metal ruler are used. The first marking is applied for the U-shaped profile along the perimeter of the room, after which a mark is made for the hangers. At the same time, the horizontality of the surface is measured. Markings are made on the walls, which will indicate the level of the future ceiling. It is important to provide for this so that the surface is even and neat. If a two-level ceiling is to be installed, then the marking is done differently. On the ceiling, its first contour is marked with a pencil, after which a mark is made for the second level. This stage must be approached responsibly, using the initially drawn up diagram or sketch of the surface. Such a diagram will allow you to correctly calculate the materials. Return to the table of contents</a>
Fastening of load-bearing elements
Elements of the slatted ceiling design.The installation of slatted ceilings consists of first fixing special guide elements to the surface. First, U-shaped profiles are attached, stepping back 5 cm from the edge, drilling holes that will be located at the edge fastening points. The step is about 50 cm for the first hole, after which the rest are drilled. The holes are made from the outside so that burrs do not appear, and the appearance remains attractive. After the installation of this profile is complete, it is necessary to apply markings to the hangers. You can use various options, from wire to plates. It is best to use adjustable hangers, they will allow you to change the height if necessary. The points at the edges should be at a distance of 30-40 cm from all end walls, but for intermediate ones, a step of 1.2-1.5 m must be observed. After this, you can already install the stringers, i.e. guide rails that have groove locks. It is on them that the ceiling slats will be attached. For fixing, gaps of at least 1 cm must be observed. This will not only make it easier to fix the slats in the grooves, but also protect them from temperature deformations. When installing the frame, the step between the suspension points is recommended to be 1.2 m for the side along which the slats will be laid. In the transverse direction, the step between the points will be 0.3 m. The height of the suspension can be different, it all depends on individual conditions. Guides for U-shaped panels are attached to the suspensions themselves. The crossbars have a special shape that allows the panels to snap in place conveniently. Return to the table of contents</a>
Gradual assembly of the ceiling
Installation diagram of suspended slatted ceiling onSelf-tapping screws. will not cause difficulties. First, it is necessary to apply markings on the panels, cut them to the required length. Usually they are made approximately 3-5 mm shorter than necessary, as they will be inserted into the guides. Assembly is simple, you need to start from the far wall. The slats are inserted into the grooves of the stringers with one end. If a click is heard, then the panel is securely fixed on the special tongues of the bus. All other slats are mounted in a similar way, creating a beautiful and neat coating. It is important that the slats fit tightly, the locks snap firmly and securely. If special panels are used to cover joints, they are mounted differently. First, 2 adjacent wide slats are placed, after which a narrow one is carefully mounted between them to close the joint. Usually, this method is used for a beautiful ceiling with diagonal installation. The main panels are made white or another color, and slats imitating a mirror surface are installed between them. The installation of slatted ceilings ends with the last slat being cut if necessary, the second guide being attached, and all joints being decorated with a special plinth. Return to contents</a>
Helpful Tips
When installing a slatted ceiling,It is important to consider the direction of the stripes. It is worth considering the configuration of the room itself. For a very narrow room, it is recommended to use diagonal laying, but for large halls, you can use a combined and unusual option with a combination of colors.
Scheme of installation of a lamp in a slatted ceiling.You can buy white and red or turquoise, taking into account the rest of the interior. If the room is too large, then you need to use special inserts, they are supplied separately. In this case, the joint will be neat and almost invisible, which is so important for the ceiling. For slatted ceilings, you can use spotlights. You should initially mark the base surface, make cuts on the panels themselves for installing lamps. Usually, the installation is done in white, but other options can be used. In the case of slatted coverings, you can make combined two- and three-color coverings, where the stripes will alternate with each other. Be sure to take into account the overall style of the room so that the ceiling fits harmoniously into the environment, and is not an alien element. The installation of a suspended slatted ceiling is not only simple, but also reliable. Such a covering is light, durable, it can be attached even to a dilapidated wooden ceiling, without creating heavy loads at all. The appearance of the ceiling is unusual and attractive, it is ideal for a modern and bold interior.
