When the repair work is almost finished,you can do the ceiling part. Today, the majority of people decorate their ceilings with ceiling tiles, because it looks quite prestigious and beautiful, and its cost is affordable for any consumer.
Option for gluing ceiling tiles.But not everyone knows how to glue ceiling tiles, so many are afraid to buy them. In reality, everything is very simple, especially since the material is lightweight, and special knowledge is not required here. However, experts give several recommendations.
The conditions for gluing tiles on the ceiling
The main material for the production of thisThe covering is polystyrene foam, which is produced in the most unexpected variations. And the pricing policy can be different. Tiles can be selected according to various parameters, but first of all it is necessary that they harmonize with the overall interior. Ceiling tiles differ in the production method:
Options for gluing ceiling tiles onto whitewash.
Among other things, ceiling tiles differ inphysical properties. Particular attention is paid to the geometric parameters of the product. For example, if the tile is square, it should have angles equal to 90º. If they do not match, the seams may become deformed. Also, if the tile is triangular, all parameters must be strictly observed. When purchasing, it is necessary to check the quality of the product: the grains must have more or less the same shape, the edges must not crumble. Specialists check the quality in this way: holding one edge, they lift the tile and hold it in the air for a few seconds. If it does not burst, the quality is proper. Traces of dents, uneven patterns and other defects cannot be seen on high-quality products. Return to contents</a>Preparation before pasting Before pastingceiling tiles, you need to calculate everything correctly and prepare not only the surface, but also the tools. To accurately calculate the amount of material, you need to measure the ceiling area and find out the dimensions of the slab in the store.
Scheme for gluing ceiling tiles.Let's say the length of the ceiling is 8 m, the width is only 4.2 m, and the tile is 50x50 cm, then you will need to make the following calculations: 8x2=16; the width is usually rounded up or down. In our case - down. Therefore, 4x2=8; after that 16x8=128 tiles are needed. Now you can visually lay out the tiles on a sheet of paper. If there are gaps of about half a tile, then you need to add the missing amount. With smaller gaps, the ceiling is covered with a plinth. In any case, experts advise buying 10-15 percent more than planned, because ceiling tiles are quite fragile and can be damaged during transportation or installation. Now you can decide on the adhesive, of which there is a huge variety on the construction market. Some people use glue such as Titan, Liquid Nails, Moment. Undoubtedly, this is a good option, since such products firmly glue any surfaces, dry quickly and hold well. But for several seconds, the tile must be pressed firmly to the ceiling. When choosing glue, many nuances must be taken into account. First of all, this is ease of installation, durability and speed of gluing. Because holding the material in the air for a long time is not very pleasant. For example, "Dragon", which is perfect for foam plastic, is excluded in this case. Since the ceiling in many rooms is uneven, the glue must have the ability to glue the tiles to the surface in any quantity, that is, in thick and thin layers. Return to the table of contents</a>The process of laying tile material
Preparing the ceiling for tiling.All tile installation work should start from the central part of the ceiling. In order for the ceiling tiles to be laid perfectly evenly, it is necessary to mark the axis of symmetry. Using a tape measure, divide the room exactly in half along the width, and draw a line. The same is done along the length. If it is necessary to glue the ceiling tiles diagonally, then the line is drawn from one corner to the other, and so on from all sides. The ceiling surface must be thoroughly cleaned of old layers of plaster, paint, wallpaper, etc. It is necessary to wash off all dust and dirt, and only then can the glue be applied. In construction, there is a special spatula with teeth, which distributes the glue perfectly over the surface. This is what you should use. 4 tiles are glued at a time, that is, two are laid in one direction, two in the other, but so that they go along the same line. After this, the evenness of the material is measured with a long building level. If necessary, make adjustments, which is very important at the first stage, because the quality of the installation will depend on it. Then the tiles are laid one row at a time up to the wall. Glue is applied to the ceiling and the material is pressed. Some specialists use another method. The first four tiles are glued in four different directions. In this case, you need to continue gluing in the same way, that is, one tile in each direction. Try to glue them carefully so that the seams are even. After you reach the wall, just cut off the excess, this piece will remain under the baseboard anyway. People who know how to install ceiling tiles advise using a level all the time, because in this case you have to rely only on your eyesight. It is quite easy to get off the level. The seams are rubbed only after the glue used has dried completely. What to rub with? Of course, with good old putty. If putty accidentally gets on the tile, you need to wash it off with a brush generously moistened with water. Having carefully studied how and following the advice, you can easily cope with this work without the help of a specialist.
