Which ceiling is best for the kitchen: Expert recommends

What parameters should you consider when choosing a ceiling?

1. The ceiling must be durable. 2. The ceiling should not be afraid of water, or it could be easily restored after a flood. 3. The ceiling must be in accordance with the design and layout. 4. The ceiling must have an acceptable price per 1 square meter and installation.

The rest is just details. Every place has its own nuances, it all depends on whether you live in a private house or apartment, what your ceiling height is, whether the kitchen is equipped with a gas stove, what kind of lighting you plan, etc.

Also, a lot depends on the area. For example, a cassette ceiling will look good on a large ceiling, but a caricature in a small kitchen. Therefore, you need to know everything, and what is better to choose - decide for yourself when you find out the options.

Whitewashed ceiling

It would seem that in our 21st century, considering a whitewashed ceiling at the renovation planning stage is simply absurd. But this is if you remember the ceilings that are made in adobe huts. They are uneven, the stripes from the “maklovitsa” are clearly visible on them, they give off a bluish color due to the added blue...

Who forces you to apply whitewash exactly this way? If you whiten the ceiling not with a brush, but with the same roller, then the look comes out very nice. And, if you use a spray bottle, a song will come out!

The ceiling will look like it was painted with water-based paint (of course, if you previously leveled the surface with putty). You can add a little snow-white dye to the whitewash for greater effect.

What could be the downsides here? Honestly - none. If we were talking about walls, then yes, whitewashing would be a completely unsuitable option, since it “takes on” your hands and clothes. And who will rub against the ceiling?

Therefore, we can say that this option is quite suitable and working. In operation, this coating is simply ideal. It only needs to be refreshed once a year with a new solution, since soot and smoke in the kitchen will cause the whitewash to turn yellow. But to be fair, gas will turn anything yellow, not just whitewash. And, if an update here costs such pennies that you’re too lazy to even count, then with other materials it will be more expensive.

Combination with wallpaper

Black walls and black ceiling	A bold combination. For such a design you will need bright lighting and an abundance of daylight.
White walls and black ceiling	Classic color combination. The contrasting white color of the walls will brighten the room and make it more spacious.
Red walls and black ceiling	An ideal combination for home cinema decoration. Wallpaper can be plain or imitate brickwork.
Gray walls and black ceiling	The gray color of the walls looks harmonious with the dark top. Wallpaper can be imitation plaster.
Beige walls and black ceiling	Beige balances the color palette of the room. Black doesn't look so flashy.

Plain painted ceiling in the kitchen

Everything here is the same as in the case of whitewashing. The only thing is that water-based paint costs a little more. Yes, there are expensive paints that can be washed. But to wash is said very loudly, frankly speaking. They can be lightly wiped with a damp cloth, and that’s it. Therefore, you won’t achieve any special cleanliness; you’ll have to repaint everything, and you’ll be wasting your money.

Of even greater importance in practicality is what kind of base the paint is applied to. If it’s directly on the putty, and it’s on concrete, then this is a good option for the kitchen. If it’s on a plasterboard box, the situation is worse if you live in a multi-story building.

Why? But because there are a lot of places in the kitchen where water can leak from a pipe that has burst in the neighbors above. And, if an ordinary ceiling simply has red streaks that can be easily and simply painted over, then plasterboard ceilings will sag and crack. The entire structure will have to be changed.

So, if you are not confident in your neighbors, then you should not make plasterboard boxes in the kitchen, no matter how much you would like to install spots. It’s better to get by with an ordinary chandelier, but protect yourself from the “pleasure” of suddenly having to repair a damaged ceiling. Even if your neighbors pay you for your work, why do you need this unnecessary trouble? And if they don’t pay (and this is what usually happens, the neighbors extend the loan for a year), it’s really a shame. Judging by the reviews, this ceiling is the best choice.

Additional decor

When choosing a black ceiling, you need to carefully consider the design of the room as a whole, including the furniture.

In a modern interior, polished metal panels, wood inserts, leather upholstery, and artistically designed floors harmonize with black. Floral prints will dilute the severity and fill “neutrality” with meaning.

With black ceilings, designers recommend abandoning ordinary curtains and curtains. It is believed that it is better to buy roller blinds. Both black ceiling skirting boards and contrasting ones (white, gold) emphasize the style equally well.

Of course, if black is chosen for the ceiling, it should also be present in other interior details: figurines, carpets, furniture, lamps, flower pots, etc. Having chosen such an accent, it is impossible not to connect it with the rest of the room design.

Wallpapered ceiling

What can you say about the wallpaper on the kitchen ceiling? It's not the most brilliant choice. Not only will they darken from soot, but the seams will also crack. Both do not “like” high humidity and warmth. And in the kitchen this will happen, and very often.

And after a couple of years, the seams on your ceiling will be clearly visible, and the wallpaper will “gather” in waves in the corners. No, this is not the best option, even if it is paintable wallpaper. You understand that no amount of fresh paint will save you from seams that have come apart.

And in the event of a flood, you will have to remove the wallpaper and re-clean the surface from any remaining paper. Then, hanging wallpaper well is beyond the power of a non-professional. Painting it yourself is easy, but dealing with wallpaper is not. The joints will still be visible, which is very ugly.

Well, the last argument is that it’s not fashionable, even if you want to hang some extra-new and unusual wallpaper.

Interiors with black ceilings in different rooms

The canvases can be monotonous or with photo printing, single-level or multi-level, floating or with perforation. The exception for experiments with black color was and remains the children's room.

Kitchen and dining room

Black color fits well in kitchens. But before installing such a suspended ceiling, think about how difficult it will be to clean it. There are several universal tips:

with a gas stove choose a glossy texture;
with electric - you can allow matte;
try not to place such a easily soiled color above the cooking area;
do not use perforated sheets.

In the kitchen, black is combined with gray or white. Ceilings with 3D photo printing look interesting. A variety of drawings are applied - still lifes, flames, smoke. This design looks impressive in minimalist styles, but carefully selected for the kitchen set.

Hall and living room

This is exactly the case when white walls will become perhaps the best solution. To dilute the laconic, contrasting palette, use bright accessories - paintings, sofa cushions, textiles.

A black ceiling is beautiful in a living room decorated in a modern or Scandinavian style. Companions will be parts made of natural wood - for example, furniture, frames, floors.

The black canvas can be stretched across the entire room or become part of a multi-level composition. If it is necessary to avoid seams, choose fabric material (about 5 meters wide).

Bedroom

Here, too, a black and white stretch ceiling is acceptable - for example, a single-level one with a pattern on the “yin-yang” theme. Traditionally, “starry sky” compositions are ordered for the bedroom, which are placed only above the bed.

Corridor

Despite the fact that a black ceiling in small rooms is undesirable, it is also installed in corridors. But then the rest of the interior uses a minimum of dark shades. Light fixtures, wallpaper and flooring do not create the feeling of a basement. Mirrors and glossy surfaces, an abundance of spots in combination with a chandelier will help to visually expand the space.

Bathroom

For the bathroom take varnish cloth. It harmonizes with the black and white glossy wall cladding. Or they use another popular tandem - red and black. You can also install a “starry sky” design in the bathroom.

Feedback from those who chose black ceilings, both positive and negative, is that there is no consensus. Designers remind us of proper design, suitable texture and sufficient lighting.

Stretch ceiling

Stretch ceilings in the kitchen are good because:

They have a lot of design options (color, texture, combination);
Quickly installed (1 day);
Create a perfectly smooth and beautiful surface;
Compared to gypsum plasterboard ceilings, only 3-5 cm of height are hidden;
Able to withstand (hold) a small flood (but after draining the water, the canvas will have to be replaced).

The disadvantages include (mainly related to ceilings made of PVC film):

Vulnerability to mechanical impact (sharp objects, champagne cork, blow from a mop or thrown children's toy);
The need to wash them by hand. Those who sell ceilings, on the contrary, turn this factor into a plus. They say you don’t have to bother and paint, you just have to wash the ceilings and everything is fine, they’re like new! But we believe that this is not a plus at all. Washing them is unpleasant, to put it mildly. Your hands are suspended, water flows down them, you can’t press them too hard (which means it’s unlikely that you’ll be able to properly wash the soot off).

A few more words about leaving. By the way, here is a very useful article about washing suspended ceilings.

A glossy stretch ceiling is much easier to clean than a fabric one, as it is perfectly smooth. But it is difficult to get rid of divorces. But, if you use a special microfiber cloth, then anything is possible. There is also a glossy ceiling, 100% not afraid of floods.

Fabric stretch ceilings are good because they look expensive and solid. They cannot be distinguished from a perfectly plastered and painted surface. But otherwise, from a practical point of view, they have no advantages for the kitchen. They allow water to pass through, since the rubber coating is extremely thin and it becomes covered with microcracks if it experiences high pressure (which it will in the event of a flood).

So, as you can see, there should be no questions left whether to choose a matte ceiling or a glossy one. People praise these same ceilings and according to reviews, this is quite a worthy choice.

Blade type

Which material is better: PVC, fabric or fiberglass?

For the manufacture of suspended ceilings the following is used:

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) film with a thickness of 0.15-0.35 mm. This is the most affordable and popular material for finishing apartments.
Polyester fabric, 0.25 mm thick, impregnated with polyurethane. It is attractive due to its environmental friendliness and the possibility of seamless installation in large spaces.
Fiberglass. High strength waterproof fabric. Serves as a basis for painting. Rarely seen.

The technical characteristics of the materials are similar, but there are some differences that determine their scope of use.

Appearance. Film ceilings are glossy, satin or matte; the texture of fabric panels is always matte.
Strength. Fabric sheets are more resistant to mechanical damage from sharp objects than film sheets.
Frost resistance. At subzero temperatures, PVC becomes brittle and cracks. Fabric ceilings can withstand -35 C, which allows them to be used for finishing unheated rooms.
Water resistance. In terms of this parameter, the performance of film canvases is better. They are recommended to be installed in rooms with high humidity.
Environmentally friendly. All types of suspended ceilings are safe for health. At the same time, the presence of micropores in the fabric structure promotes air ventilation and ensures a healthy microclimate in the room. This canvas can be chosen for decorating a children's room.

Material	Advantages	Flaws
PVC	+ high water resistance; + affordable price; + variety of textures; + possibility of re-installation.	— not suitable for seasonal premises; - not breathing.
Polyester fabric	+ high environmental friendliness; + resistance to low temperatures	— not suitable for rooms with high humidity; - has a high price.
Fiberglass	+ high mechanical strength; + the ability to apply patterns multiple times and change the interior style.	+ requires additional painting;

Ceiling made of PVC panels

Plastic is a thing of the past, to be honest. Yes, it is quite practical and very suitable for the kitchen. And it is convenient to wash and in case of a flood it does not deteriorate. But what to do with the appearance?

His appearance is unpresentable and even burst! No, maybe you can find a plastic that doesn’t look like a public toilet, maybe. If yes, then this is just an ideal option for the kitchen.

Popular color combinations

Black is regarded as the absence of a color wave, “nothing.” Therefore, any shade with it becomes more attractive. It is not for nothing that artists painted many of their paintings against this background. However, it has the ability to “eat up” brightness and draw attention to itself.

Black and white

This combination is especially welcome. If the proportions are chosen correctly, then the housing becomes very cozy. In the right lighting it looks aristocratic and expensive. Black and white colors are considered one of the most successful. The design may resemble a chessboard or alternating stripes.

Black with red

Such compositions look bright. Red and black are the colors of night, passion, strength, revolution. The choice is quite bold, creating an atmosphere of some aggression and action. This range is suitable for loft, hi-tech and modern styles. Shades of red can be very different - from flaming scarlet to noble burgundy.

Other combinations

Black is also good in tandem with other shades. Faithful comrade - neutral gray.

Pink and black look scandalous and emotional. As you know, this is the combination that teenagers - supporters of the emo subculture - chose for themselves.

With gold, the interior takes on a luxurious look, but it is important not to overdo it. Platinum and silver are also used. But let the color of the precious metal flash only in the details.

Various beige options are often chosen for walls - latte, marengo, milk. Or they experiment with cold green, rich light green. A noble combination is obtained with purple tones. Combinations with woody, chocolate, coffee or cognac flowers carry a natural and calming message.

Ceiling made of polystyrene foam boards

What are the benefits of polystyrene foam boards? The fact that they are very inexpensive, you don’t need to perfectly level the ceiling for them, you can glue them yourself and the ceiling looks good. Even good.

The only thing you should not forget about is that they must be painted on top. Water-based paint is best suited for these purposes. This ceiling smokes just like others, but you don’t have to wash it, it’s enough to refresh it with paint once every couple of years.

If a flood happens, then nothing will happen to the tiles if they are glued with “Dragon” glue and not “planted” on the putty mixture. If they were glued to putty, then they would fall off, of course. But then you can glue them with glue and everything will be fine.

By the way, now there are already slabs that, when fastened, do not have seams. The ceiling looks cast and not made of pieces.

Painting

This is a fairly simple solution, as you can get a good result and at the same time save money.

Painting the ceiling is similar to painting the walls. It takes time and patience to prepare the surface for painting, as well as to correct any existing imperfections that will be immediately visible when the light is on.

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Wooden lining ceiling

Now this is a very fashionable option. For example, ceilings in the Provence style are entirely made of lining, painted white. It’s beautiful, they can be tinted when they become smoky...

But if your neighbors flood you, the lining will simply warp, it will lose its shape, and cracks will become visible. Replacing such a ceiling is very expensive. Therefore, think.

Manufacturers

Of all the manufacturers of fabric seamless stretch ceilings, Descor takes the leading position. In the manufacture of its products, it uses special TreviraSC fabrics. Its fibers are impregnated with a special mixture that makes it non-flammable.

Note: Ceiling fabric “breathes”; this quality makes it possible to use them in all types of premises, be it an ordinary apartment or a country house.

Unlike film, fabric hanging coverings do not have such a variety of colors. They are more noble and reserved. But if you're a fan of glossy surfaces, take this into account.

Aluminum slatted ceiling

In the kitchen, such ceilings look good if the appliances, work apron or furniture are also steel-colored. In terms of cost, such a ceiling is not cheap, but it is eternal. It is not afraid of water, it is easy to wash (unlike stretch ceilings), and nothing will happen to it if you catch it with a sharp object.

On the other hand, the design is somewhat aggressive, which means it will quickly become boring. Therefore, if you are not sure that aluminum slats on the ceiling are the ultimate of your dreams, it is better to refrain from such finishing. It will quickly get boring, and it will be a pity to throw it away.

The interior becomes static

The presence of a suspended ceiling in an apartment obliges you to adhere to a certain style in the interior. If the owner suddenly comes up with the idea of changing the entire “stuffing” of the room, then he will have to start from the ceiling, and this is an unnecessary waste.

A stretch ceiling is an element of the interior that needs to be combined with furniture, other decoration and textiles. Especially curtains with cornices need to be selected perfectly, and this is a real headache for the apartment owner, which not everyone wants to deal with.

Agree, it is much easier with a ceiling covered with decorative plaster - you just need to paint it a different color, and it will immediately sparkle with new colors.

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Cassette ceilings (Armstrong type)

No, don’t think that we mean the most ordinary, gray Armstrong, which is used in all supermarkets and offices in the world. A cassette ceiling is exactly the same technology, only the cassettes themselves can be any color you like.

There are some with drawings, some in silver, some in bronze... You name it! The option is not bad, but it all depends on what the cassettes are made of. If they are made of thin plaster, then the option is bad (remember about floods), but if they are made of plastic, you can take them.

The only negative here is that they “eat up” 10 - 15 cm of the wall height. This means that if you have a Khrushchev-era building with a ceiling height of 2.20 meters, then a suspended ceiling is definitely not suitable for you.

Cornice

Which cornice to choose. Installation Rules

When installing a suspended ceiling in a house, one should not forget about other interior details. An invariable design element is curtain rods. They are made from various materials. Structurally, cornices are divided into wall and ceiling. The latter look more presentable. The difficulty is that the thin fabric is not designed for hanging heavy structures. However, there are 2 ways to solve this problem. The cornice can be fixed in an open or hidden way

Outdoor installation

Before installing the canvas on the ceiling, a wooden beam is mounted at the same level with the guide profiles. It is better to choose hardwood. Before installation, the timber must be treated with an antiseptic. After stretching the ceiling, the cornice is attached to the beam through the film. Holes for self-tapping screws should be burned so that the molten edges prevent further tearing of the fabric.

Hidden installation

With hidden installation, the cornice is attached to the ceiling above the level of the suspended ceiling. A beam or corner is installed next to it for mounting the guide molding. The operation should be performed before taking measurements. The design with curtains falling from the ceiling looks impressive, harmoniously combined with both matte and glossy canvases.

Ceilings made of MDF panels

They do this too... But, in the end, the ceiling looks not like a kitchen, but like a bath (because the main design of MDF panels is wood-like).

This is a rough look and there is absolutely no practicality in it. MDF will swell from the flood, become smoky, it will need to be scrubbed hard, and it is afraid of abrasives... No, we cannot recommend such a ceiling.

Surface

A glossy surface helps add luxury to a room. This ceiling makes the room look chic, sophisticated and unique. That's why most people choose gloss.

It reflects light, thereby increasing the space.

The matte surface makes the room a little subdued, but at the same time stylish.

Ceilings "Grigliato" (lattice)

Very nice and unusual ceilings. Yes, it is very original and modern. But a kitchen is a kitchen, and soot is soot. Not even the best hood will save you from a sticky ceiling.

Can you imagine what it’s like to wash these wonderful-looking “honeycombs”? Imagine and discard the idea. Grilyato is not at all for the kitchen, but for those rooms where there is and never will be soot.

Tiled ceiling

Some people make the ceiling out of tiles. What motivates these people is not very clear to us. But the view is very frightening and strange. Maybe they just had extra tiles and decided to use them? But, in any case, let's tell you about the disadvantages.

The tiles are the kind of thing that can fall off if the neighbors above start walking on the floor (for example, drilling something, also laying flooring or baseboards). And a tile that fell from the ceiling and landed right on your head... You yourself understand what it is.

They find out about the leak too late

If suddenly a leak occurs in an apartment with a suspended ceiling from neighbors on the top floor, the owners of the apartment will find out about it too late. Or they won’t find out at all, which is even worse. Housing begins to flood gradually and asymptomatically (at first). They learn about the problem either when it becomes global in nature, or at the moment when the smell of mold has already spread throughout the entire apartment.

Yes, everything looks good, and sometimes even very beautiful, but for an apartment, a suspended ceiling is a dangerous thing. For private residential buildings - it’s all right, because there is no risk of being flooded by an unscrupulous neighbor above.

Mirror ceiling

Also a stupid idea. This is both expensive and impractical. There is always something squealing and splashing in the kitchen, and no matter how you close the lid on the dishes, something will still end up on the ceiling.

And, if microspatters of grease are not visible at all on the painted ceiling, then everything is perfectly visible on the mirror. Therefore, if you do not plan to constantly jump under the ceiling and scrub it, it is better not to pursue beauty. Moreover, there is nothing really beautiful about a mirrored ceiling; there are more interesting options.