Installation of ceiling plinth on a suspended ceiling
After installing the stretch ceiling, there remains a gap between the wall and the canvas. For aesthetic purposes it covered with a decorative insert. You need to understand all stages of the process, since non-solid structures are easy to damage.
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How to glue a ceiling plinth to a suspended ceiling?
Pasting masking tape is the most a quick and affordable way to hide gaps. Foam or polyurethane borders are more often used. It is attached to the walls.
In finishing materials stores you will find skirting boards for the ceiling in various designs. In the variety you will definitely find a suitable decor for the ceiling.
Tools and consumables
The following will be useful for work:
- chair or stepladder;
- tape measure or laser meter;
- knife for cutting corners;
- spatula or glue gun;
- spatula for processing joints;
- hard brush for painting.
From materials more often use glue, putty, a napkin for excess and filmprotecting the ceiling.
Surface preparation and marking
For better contact of wall materials pre-cleaned. You should start working only after the primer has dried.
It is better to attach the baseboard before wallpapering. But you should paint the walls before starting work.
Marks are placed there where will the frieze be located. Sections can be made up to 20 cm long. Use a paint cord or ruler to draw a line onto which the material is glued.
Fastening the plinth and correct joining in the corners
Installation usually start from the corner of the room. The glue is applied to the back side, and the excess is immediately removed. The seams are given special importance, since the quality of fastening depends on this.
There are kits in which manufacturers have prepared the corners for the joints in advance. This makes the job much easier. Otherwise, the corners are cut at 45 degrees and cleaned independently.
Sealing cracks in baguette
Suitable for this any sealant suitable for plastic. To make this task easier, use a damp sponge. Putty and a small putty knife will help hide the gaps.
Types of ceiling plinths for suspended ceilings
There are several main types of skirting boards for suspended and suspended ceilings. Make a choice according to your own preferences and the design idea of the room:
- Plastic – moisture resistant and do not fade. Attached to wallpaper, easy to handle. Affordable.
- Polyurethane – beautiful, can be given any shape. The most expensive material.
- Foam – elastic, wide choice of designs.
If you choose the material wisely, clean the surface and make marks, then installing the baseboard yourself is easy. The job is to give an aesthetic appearance to the room and harmoniously combine all the interior details.
