Production of a ceiling from pvc panels. Plastic ceiling panels

To date, the following types of plastic materials for the ceiling are presented on the construction market:

Seamless PVC panels. A material that has some resemblance to plastic lining. The main difference is a significant amount of plasticizers in the composition and features of the interlock. Planks are quite often used for finishing the ceiling and walls in bathrooms. The product is represented by a width in the range of 250-400 mm, a wide range of colors. It is possible to purchase a material with a glossy or matte surface, order a surface with a three-dimensional texture. The total thickness of the panel does not exceed 10 mm.

Plastic plank lining. The material of the product has a three-dimensional structure, reinforced with a longitudinal stiffener, which forms a sealed cavity. Manufacturers put on sale products with a total thickness of not more than 10 mm. The profile of plastic materials resembles tongue-and-groove wooden boards, which are used in the lining of wagons. In the manufacture, the minimum addition of softening additives is used. The product is painted mainly in several monochromatic shades. However, on the market there are panels of manufacturers who use the thermal printing method when staining, which gives the surface a certain shade or image. Clapboard is the most budget option for ceiling cladding.

Rack materials. Modern production allows the production of ceiling materials that mimic the appearance of slatted metal profiles. This type of product is used mainly in bathrooms and when facing it vaguely resembles an aluminum system. Rack panels are absolutely not exposed to moisture, and their strength deserves a high rating. The service life of the product is more than 20 years.

Acrylic ceiling panels. Recently, such products are gaining more and more popularity. Planks are perfect for when additional lighting is equipped. It is possible to apply a variety of images to the surface, which is a huge advantage when creating an exclusive interior. However, it is worth remembering that acrylic panels have increased electrification. When working with them, it is necessary to ensure the tightness of the interceiling space and complete isolation from dust.

How to install panels

Having bought plastic ceiling panels, it is time to stock up on the necessary tools:

A jigsaw is one of the main tools, without which it will be extremely difficult to install a ceiling from PVC panels.
Perforator / drill. In rooms with a drill, if the overlap was carried out with reinforced concrete slabs, then only a puncher will come in handy.
Screwdriver - will increase the speed of installation and greatly facilitate the process.
Mallet.
Level (meter, half meter). In the process, both will be needed, because measurements may be required in hard-to-reach places.
Roulette.
Ladder.
stapler.
Paint string.
Self-tapping screws with a countersunk head.

Having delivered all the tools and ceiling strips to the object where the installation will be carried out, you can begin to prepare the ceiling.

Surface preparation

You can’t do without cleaning the ceiling if there is even the slightest hint of the presence of fungus or rust. This, on the one hand, an insignificant trifle, can lead in the near future to violations of the integrity of the structure.

The surface of the ceiling should be evenly treated with specialized tools. It is also worth getting rid of crumbling layers of whitewash. Next, you need to do the marking of the surface.

A straight line should be drawn around the perimeter of the room, placing it approximately 7–10 cm below the ceiling. In order to simplify the marking process, experts recommend marking the line at the corners of the room with a level and then pulling the masking cord between the corners.

Mounting options

When fixing plastic ceiling materials, the following installation methods can be distinguished:

Wireframe method- Reliability stands out.
Frameless method- The main advantage of this method is the ease of installation.

crate

The crate is recommended to be made of a plastic profile, which can be purchased at any hardware store. However, it should be borne in mind that this material requires the most even base of the ceiling. Therefore, before the time-consuming process of lathing, it is worth bringing the ceiling surface into perfect condition, removing all irregularities.

All parts of the plastic frame are equipped with clips and a clasp. In the process of connection, a fastening is formed that resembles the appearance of a castle. Around the entire perimeter of the room, it is necessary to install the main part of the frame. Then we fix the guide elements.

Very important! The transverse parts of the frame should be perpendicular to the plastic panels. If this rule is ignored, then during the assembly process there will be a mismatch of the fasteners and you will have to dismantle.

The process of lathing using a plastic profile is quite simple thanks to the mechanisms of latches and clips. Even a beginner can cope with such work without effort.

A more reliable crate is made using a metal profile. The work is carried out in stages:

According to the horizontal marking, it is necessary to install the guide profile. Fastening is carried out using self-tapping screws or dowels.
The profile is attached to the mounted rail around the entire perimeter of the room. To avoid sagging of the material, it is recommended to fix the profile, placed perpendicularly, at a distance of 50 - 55 cm from each other.
The profile is attached to the ceiling with hangers, which can be purchased at any hardware store.
The cut edge of the guide profile looks extremely unaesthetic, therefore to give a beautiful look, you should use specialized corners for decoration.

They should be fixed before mounting the ceiling panels.

Panel mounting

Frame method. Before attaching the slats, make sure that the frame is securely fastened. The slats should never move when exposed to them.

Installation is carried out in the following order:

Make markings for the location of the screws on each plastic panel. Leave a distance between them in the range of 25 - 30 cm.
We begin fastening the material to the frame from the edge of the wall. It is desirable that an assistant be present during work, who will hold the material from the opposite side. When mounting subsequent strips, it is necessary to press them as close as possible to each other.
Having fixed the penultimate bar, you should measure the distance from it to the wall. It often happens that the distance is much less than the width of the material. Then you need to cut the plastic panel to the desired size. Under no circumstances should you rush. It is better to do everything as accurately and accurately as possible.
Having installed all the panels, you should fix the ceiling plinth. Plastic products are fixed with screws, and foam skirting boards are glued.

Frameless method. There are situations when, for some reason, it is not possible to use the frame mounting method. Then a frameless method will come to the rescue, in which specialized glue or liquid nails are used.

When choosing a similar mounting method, do not forget that in the future the ceiling cannot be used for a heavy chandelier.

Work materials

Liquid Nails.
Construction knife.
Level.
The spatula is double-sided.

Let's start installation:

We apply the adhesive base to the panel with a spatula (smooth side). If a lot of glue has got on the surface, then you can remove the excess with the same spatula, only with the ribbed side.
Firmly press the plastic material to the surface of the ceiling. You need to do everything very quickly so that the glue does not harden.
Thus, all panels are installed. Particular attention should be paid to the first and last bar. They should be pressed for quite a long time compared to internal plastic materials.
We fix the ceiling skirting boards.

Frameless installation is quite simple in execution, does not require any special knowledge and skills. Experts recommend not to open the windows during the fastening of the planks, so as not to provoke the material to peel off. You can ventilate the room after 24 hours.

Features of mounting panels in rooms with high humidity

In rooms where high humidity prevails, it has its own characteristics in the crate. In the manufacture of the frame, only metal or plastic mounting profiles can be used. The slats will be attached to the rails using specialized clips.

In addition, it should be borne in mind that with changes in temperature, the material may expand. Therefore, adjusting the slats in height, it is necessary to leave a slight gap. When using a wide beam in the crate, it is recommended to place a heater in the resulting space between the panel and the wall.

Price

An important advantage of plastic ceiling slats is their relatively low cost.

Hardware stores offer a set of plastic plain panels at a price of 3,100 rubles. These are the simplest planks of standard sizes (1.7 * 1.7). If you plan to purchase a material with an image printed on the surface, then you need to be prepared for higher costs. One set can be purchased at a cost of 5,000 rubles and much higher.

Advantages and disadvantages of plastic ceiling materials

Advantages:

Plastic strips - a fairly quick option for finishing the ceiling.
Low cost.
Installation is quite simple and accessible even to a beginner.
Moisture resistance.
Soundproofing of the room.
Aesthetic appearance.
Ease of product maintenance.

Like any other product, PVC ceiling materials have a number of disadvantages:

Reducing the height of the room.
Low strength.
Blocking direct access to electrical wires.

When laying the panel, do not knock on it. In such a case, the configuration of the edge of the product is violated, which makes it difficult for the materials to fit to each other as much as possible.
Measure each plank and cut separately if necessary.
Never fully tighten the screws. In hot weather, the panels will be able to expand without being damaged.
To achieve the ideal result, it is necessary to carry out the installation strictly in stages without rushing.

Ceiling have a lot of positive characteristics. They are practically not susceptible to moisture, which determines the scope of their application in interior decoration. , made of polyvinyl chloride, is environmentally friendly and does not emit harmful fumes when heated.

Such a false ceiling is very easy to care for. Stains of grease and soot are easily washed off with a sponge and any household detergent. plastic does not absorb unpleasant odors.

It's important to know! Do not use organic or synthetic solvents to remove stains. The PVC material may break.

The design of the suspended ceiling system made of plastic panels allows you to install it very quickly in almost any room. Usually it is used for finishing balconies and loggias, bathrooms and showers, bathrooms and kitchens.

It will hide all the flaws and irregularities of the old ceiling and hide any communications passing through it. In PVC panels, it is very easy to mount point lighting devices or install overhead chandeliers or ceiling lamps.

How to choose panels for the ceiling

On the building materials market, you can find all kinds of plastic wall and. Wall slats and suspended ceiling panels do not differ from each other.

The only difference is in the technology of corner joints along the walls. There are no such knots on the ceiling. In all other respects, the installation technology is almost identical.

There are seam and seamless panels. The first ones are made to imitate a wooden lining or a block house. The second option is made in such a way that the panels joined to each other make the seam almost invisible (hence their name).

Plastic ceiling panels may have the following dimensions:

Length - 2.7 m, 3 m, 6 m
Width - 20 cm, 25 cm, 30 cm, 33 cm.
Thickness - from 8 mm to 25 mm

A pattern is applied to the front surface of the plate by offset printing. It can be of different colors and imitate natural cut stone or wood of almost any species. The glossy (front) side of the panel is covered with a protective polyethylene film, which must be removed before installation on the ceiling.

Ceiling rack panels measuring 6 m are usually used for finishing large industrial premises. The most common sizes for interior decoration are slats 2.7 - 3 m long, 25 mm wide and 8 mm thick.

When choosing plastic in a store, be sure to ask the seller for a quality certificate for the product. On the building materials market, it is rare, but still there are fakes from low-quality raw materials.

It can also be identified by an unpleasant chemical smell. Such counterfeit products do not have the necessary strength characteristics. Now you know how to choose ceiling panels.

What elements does the plastic ceiling consist of?

Before you calculate the materials, you need to familiarize yourself with the set of parts that make up the ceiling. The design of the ceiling suspension system includes:

Frame attached to existing ceiling
Ceiling skirting board with cut-out for panels
Corners for joining skirting boards
PVC plastic panels
Fasteners for plastic (zinc-plated self-tapping screws with a press washer 25 mm)

The ceiling frame can be made of wooden beams or galvanized metal profiles for plasterboard ceilings. The second option is more reliable for use in rooms with high humidity.

It's important to know! The use of a frame made of wooden beams in wet rooms can cause its deformation. This will lead to a curvature of the ceiling surface.

For a metal ceiling frame, a guide wall profile UD and a bearing or ceiling profile SD are used. For fastening the ceiling profile to the interfloor ceiling, direct suspensions (U-shaped) are used.

The frame is fastened to the ceiling and walls with dowels and self-tapping screws 6 x 40 mm. If it is necessary to connect the profiles to each other, then the fastening is carried out using a crab cross connector and galvanized metal screws with a 12 mm drill.

For the calculation of materials, there are rules that facilitate this operation. They are listed below and will practically not cause difficulties even for novice home craftsmen.

The number of wall profile UD is equal to the perimeter of the ceiling
Ceiling profiles are placed on the ceiling as follows:
The extreme ends of the CD profile must go inside the UD profile
The distance between the wall and the first (last) profile should be 300 mm
The distance between adjacent profiles is not more than 600 mm
Hangers for fastening the profile are mounted on the ceiling in increments of 1 m
For fixing one suspension, 1 dowel and a self-tapping screw are enough
The wall profile UD is fastened with dowels in increments of 35-40 cm
The area of plastic panels is equal to the area of the ceiling + 3% (reserve for trimming)
The ceiling plinth is fixed with galvanized self-tapping screws with a press washer at intervals of 20-25 cm.
Ceiling panels are fastened to the UD and CD profiles with a self-tapping screw with a 25 mm press washer

The height to which the ceiling is lowered depends on the type of lighting fixtures installed. If spotlights are used, this value is 12 cm.

The markup is carried out as follows: The lowest point of the ceiling is determined and the height of the future ceiling is measured with a tape measure. From it, using a level, along the perimeter, points are transferred to the walls with an interval of 1 m.

The points on the walls are interconnected with a painting thread (the resulting line shows the lower edge of the UD wall profile). Axes of bearing profiles are applied to the ceiling. On them with an interval of 1 m put marks for mounting U-shaped suspensions.

Assembly and installation of a metal frame

Along the line marked on the walls with dowels and self-tapping screws in increments of 35-40 cm, a wall profile is attached. According to the marks on the axes of the ceiling profiles, P-suspensions are fixed with dowels 6 x 40 mm. The perforated legs of the suspensions are bent at an angle of 90 degrees down.

A ceiling profile is mounted to the legs of the suspensions with 12 mm metal screws. It has a wide closed shelf down. There are 2 screws for each leg. The edges of the CD profiles are brought into the UD profile and also fixed with self-tapping screws

Note! To facilitate the installation of the CD ceiling profiles, it is recommended to pull the cord from the parallel UD wall profiles in the direction perpendicular to the installation of the CD profiles. This will give a guide to the broken horizon.

Plastic sheathing

A ceiling plinth is attached to the wall corner from below with self-tapping screws with a press washer. Fasteners are carried out with an interval of 20-25 cm. The plinth has a special groove into which the ceiling panel is inserted.

To connect the corners to each other, you can use ready-made plastic corners. If they are not there, then the plinth in the corners is cut at 45 degrees. It is convenient to do this using a joiner's miter box. When the plinth is installed, the installation of plastic rails begins. They are cut to size with a hacksaw. For joining together, seamless plastic has a groove and a spike.

Before attaching the ceiling panels, all electrical wiring must be installed under the ceiling.

The first rail is inserted into the grooves of the ceiling plinths and fixed with a self-tapping screw with a press washer. Ceiling plastic panels are fastened to the upper wall of the plate groove to the UD profile and CD profiles.

The second plate is inserted into the groove of the first with a spike and lightly tapped with the palm of your hand until it is fully seated and the gap between the plates is eliminated. After that, the second plate is fixed to the frame in the same way as the first. In the panels, where there should be lamps, holes are cut out with a crown. Spotlights are inserted into them and mounted on the previous panel.

Lighting devices are immediately connected and checked for their performance. The last panel is cut to length and holes are drilled with a drill for fastening to the profiles near the wall. In them, the panel is fixed to the frame with self-tapping screws and after that the assembly of the PVC ceiling is completed.

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Content

One of the modern ways to decorate the ceiling is to clad it with ceiling panels. You can buy such tiles from plastic (PVC), aluminum, wood and many other materials. The main advantage is the ability to give an aesthetic appearance to the surface without the need to level, plaster and putty the plane. Specifications depend on the material of manufacture and product quality.

What are ceiling panels

Decorative panels are gaining more and more popularity for finishing the ceiling. For this purpose, manufacturers use different designs that give an aesthetic appearance to the room and do not require complex installation work. To properly install the system, it is not necessary to hire professional builders. Decorative ceiling trim has a simple device, so installation can be done in one day.

Plastic ceiling panels

Plastic is a popular material for making ceiling panels. Moisture resistance makes the products popular for finishing kitchens, bathrooms and balconies. PVC ceiling panels have many textures and colors. They cannot be called durable, so the installation of plastic panels on the ceiling should be carried out with a sufficient number of stiffeners. To install ceiling panels, you will need additional materials: mounting profile, self-tapping screws, plinth. PVC ceiling panels are produced by many companies, one of the popular manufacturers is Dekostar:

model name: 3-section "Silver" Dekostar Lux;
price: from 190 rubles;
characteristics: thickness - 8 mm, moisture resistance;
pluses: aesthetic appearance, easy care, affordable cost;
cons: fragile material.

Sophito offers consumers lightweight and flexible ceiling products. Among the variety of textures and colors, the model with molding is popular:

model name: three-section glossy 801-2
price: from 200 rubles;
characteristics: lightweight, damage-resistant material;
pluses: moisture resistant, aesthetic appearance;
cons: can change color under the influence of sunlight.

Bathroom ceiling panels

The bathroom is a room with high humidity, so the panel ceiling must be moisture resistant. It is not necessary to dwell on plastic ceiling products, even MDF manufacturers are able to process them so that the ceiling panels in the bathroom do not lose their appearance under the influence of moisture. Often consumers opt for PVC models. Worthy finishing solutions are offered by Nordside. Suspended ceiling structures can be bought in an online store or in building supermarkets, for example, Maksidom:

model name: chrome, 2-section;
price: from 300 rubles;
characteristics: thickness - 7.5 mm, width - 250 mm, length -3 m;
pluses: affordable cost, aesthetic appearance, resistance to moisture;
cons: fear of mechanical damage.

The Pervosvet company suggests using not a plastic ceiling for the bathroom, but mineral fiber panels. For example, the ceiling model from the Adamant series is popular:

model name: Orient;
price: from 187 rubles;
characteristics: high-density mineral cloth, dimensions - 600x600x10, Board edge;
pluses: high reliability, aesthetics;
cons: the material is afraid of mechanical damage.

Wooden panels for the ceiling

For supporters of natural materials, ceiling panel manufacturers offer wood products. Their cost is higher than plastic or foam, but they are actively used in interiors due to their sophisticated look and excellent sound insulation performance. The most famous wooden models for the ceiling are supplied to the market by Izotex:

model name: Isotex Forest Nordic;
price: from 673 rubles;
characteristics: with wood texture;
pluses: environmentally friendly material, high rates of sound and heat insulation;
cons: high cost.

You can decorate the room with natural wood if you take advantage of the Coswick offer. A wide selection of birch panels, lined with various types of precious woods with a glossy and matte surface, as well as analogues from MDF and HDF, is provided. Leadership among products belongs to the following ceiling model:

model name: Coswick birch stone stream;
price: from 5000 rubles;
characteristics: natural veneer based on fire-resistant MDF, dimensions - 12 x 190 x 2750 mm;
pluses: noble appearance, reliability, durability;
cons: high price.

Ceiling panels for the kitchen

The kitchen is a room where high humidity and temperature changes should be taken into account. Rockwool manufactures ceiling panels for the kitchen, which fully meet the conditions of such rooms:

model name: Lilia Rockwool;
price: from 60 rubles;
characteristics: high moisture resistance, fire resistance, production material - mineral fiber;
pluses: it does not deform during temperature changes and in conditions of high humidity;
cons: limited choice of colors.

An economical yet practical solution for the kitchen is Decomax products. Decent value for money makes such products popular:

model name: Decomax Intonaco Crema 21-9106;
price: from 50 rubles;
characteristics: plastic, seamless connection;
pluses: high rates of fire safety, moisture resistance, manufacturer's warranty of 10 years;
cons: afraid of mechanical damage.

Foam panels for ceiling

For inexpensive interiors, you can choose affordable polystyrene or foam panels for the ceiling. The main advantages of such a decorative ceiling covering: resistance to moisture, environmental friendliness, low weight, resistance to decay and mold. Such ceiling tiles are an opportunity to bring the room into a decent look quickly and inexpensively. Kindecor offers several decorative finishes, among which the expanded polystyrene model is popular:

model name: Kindecor 32 Tile white;
price: from 23 rubles;
characteristics: size 0.5 * 0.5 meters,
pluses: moisture resistance, affordable price;
cons: deformation at high temperatures, discoloration under the sun.

While it is common to think that foam tiles are the solution for low-cost interiors, there are premium options among these products that will cost a lot. They can often be used for wall and ceiling decoration. These products include Belgian-made polyurethane products:

model name: F30 ORAC DECOR
price: 440 rubles per piece;
characteristics: moisture resistance, smooth surface, square shape;
pluses: compliance with environmental safety standards, elegant look;
cons: high cost.

Ceiling panels in the room

When a living room or office space has an excessively high ceiling, you need to hide engineering communications, but at the same time choose a budget option for finishing, use Baikal ceiling tiles. Such panels on the ceiling in the room will appeal to aesthetes, because they are made of mineral fiber:

model name: BAJKAL Board by Armstrong
price: from 65 rubles;
characteristics: excellent reflective ability, fire safety;
pluses: affordable cost, easy installation;
cons: deteriorates due to humidity, absorbs odors with poor ventilation.

Exquisite interior design from Izotex is not only aesthetics, but also reliability and durability. Russian consumers have already had the opportunity to be convinced of the high quality of these products:

model name: Isotex Forest Gold
price: 854 rubles per sq. m;
characteristics: base - soft fiberboard, surface - decorative paper on aluminum coating;
pluses: elegant design, durability;
cons: not suitable for rooms with high humidity.

3D ceiling panels

3D ceiling panels will help create a unique design. Thanks to the design, a three-dimensional picture is created that transforms the space. In the catalogs of stores, you can select and order a finished drawing from a photo, which must be assembled and mounted on the ceiling in fragments. Elements can be made of different materials: gypsum, wood, aluminum, have a textile or mirror surface. Such a panel ceiling is used for the hall, bedroom, nursery and any other rooms. From the Dorado Consulting company, a popular ceiling product:

model name: PVC 3D Rakitta "SPLIT";
price: from 264 rubles;
characteristics: increased strength, pattern in the form of rectangles;
pluses: original design, easy installation;
cons: damaged by solvent exposure.

Volumetric elements can become the highlight of the apartment. To install some ceiling systems, you will need a frame and fasteners, others are simply laid on glue. Panel ceilings, which are mounted on an adhesive base, are offered by WallArt:

model name: Waves;
price: from 160 rubles;
characteristics: clear lines, thickness 1.5 mm;
pluses: original design, the ability to cover with paint;
cons: not found.

Aluminum ceiling panels

If you want to use a durable finish during a renovation, then aluminum ceiling panels are the best choice. The service life of such a ceiling product is about 50 years. They are characterized by high moisture resistance, wear resistance. Easy to install and durable systems offered by CESAL:

model name: Profi S-100
price: from 230 rubles;
characteristics: material - aluminum, color - pearl white, length - 4 m, width - 0.1 m;
pluses: high resistance to corrosion and moisture, coating resistant to mechanical damage;
cons: limited color range.

Under the Caveen brand, designer cassette-type suspended ceilings are produced. The company has chosen durable and reliable aluminum as the material for its products. Decorative tiles are presented in a numerous assortment, and the following option has become a true bestseller of the collection:

model name: cassette M002;
price: from 160 rubles apiece;
characteristics: size 300 * 300 mm;
pluses: elegant design for small mosaics, strength, resistance to moisture;
cons: high cost.

How to choose ceiling panels

A variety of types of ceiling panels can confuse even an experienced builder, not to mention the townsfolk who started repairs in an apartment. How to buy panels for the ceiling so that the result of the repair is pleasing to the eye, and the design has served for many years? First, decide on the type and purpose of the material, and then follow the recommendations of experts:

Plastic. Pay attention to the appearance, the clarity of the geometry, the uniform distribution of the pattern. Pinch the panel between your fingers to make sure it is strong enough.
Wooden. The surface of the products must be free of chips and cracks, swelling, scratches are not allowed on the coating.
Foam. A quality model is characterized by a smooth and uniform pattern over the entire surface. Shake the tile before buying, the pieces should not fall off.
3D. Pay attention to the characteristics of the material, they must meet the requirements of the room in which they will be installed: fire safety, moisture resistance, environmental friendliness and others.
Aluminum. The optimal thickness of the rail is 0.5 cm. This parameter allows you to keep the shape of the product during the entire period of operation. Other selection criteria depend on the individual tastes of the consumer.

The easiest and cheapest option for finishing the ceiling are plastic panels. For their installation, there is no need to acquire special building skills. The installation process is quite simple and straightforward. Such material will be relevant both for residential bedrooms, office space, and for the humid atmosphere of the bathroom.

They do not get wet, do not change their color and do not sag over time.

Ceiling plastic is made of polyvinyl chloride, which does not emit toxic substances and is perfect for indoor use. This is a thin, 8-10 mm thick, and rather fragile material that has a different texture and a wide range of colors.

Thanks to plastic ceiling panels, you can implement design solutions of any complexity. Stack plastic in any direction, creating unique images. The design allows you to embed lighting elements.

Ceiling panel properties:

Due to its design features, plastic panels have good durability. They consist of two main strips: front and working, between which stiffening ribs are laid. This creates the effect of a honeycomb structure, which contains an air gap in its cavity.
They have heat-shielding properties.
They work as a sound insulator.
They don't burn.
Full waterproof.
Withstands major leaks even at the joints.
Have a long service life(more than 10 years).
Do not fade when exposed to sunlight.

Production technology:

First, a mixture of polyvinyl chloride is prepared and additional additives that make the material smooth, durable and designed for a certain temperature range.
The solution is immersed in the extruder, after exiting from which even strips of plastic are obtained.
After cooling, they are cut into a length of 2, 5, 6 meters.
Quality control is carried out.
The surface of the plastic is covered with special films different colors, or spraying is applied, imitating wood, metal, three-dimensional patterns.
In conclusion, the material is covered with a protective layer.

Since the material has excellent performance, it is used for finishing bathrooms, toilets, bedrooms, hallways, offices, swimming pools. Also, as a result of high frost resistance, PVC material can be used on loggias, balconies, garages, basements.

Often, there are huge shopping centers with plastic ceilings. Lightness and cheapness make plastic simply indispensable.

Kinds

Plastic for the ceiling is distinguished by appearance:

Glossy- visually increase the space, but create glare.
Matte- absorb light, reducing .

Connection method:

Suture- fastened with a visible lock and create a three-dimensional look.
Seamless- when joined, they do not form a pronounced separation.

By type of performance:

leafy– Attached only to perfectly flat surfaces.
in the form of a tile- allow you to create complex ornaments.
typesetting stripes- the most popular and easy to install.

Among the variety of PVC panels, it is important not to confuse the ceiling and wall options. Ceiling ones are lighter and more fragile, which requires careful handling.

Take a three-meter sheet in your hands and try to lift it, this is quite simple to do. Wall, on the contrary, have a more tangible weight and bend less with a large length. If you press your finger on the ceiling panel, it will easily succumb. Wall have wider stiffeners.

Advantages and disadvantages

Among craftsmen and consumers, plastic was able to gain indestructible authority, given the main advantages of this material:

Installation only takes a few hours depending on the square of the ceiling.
Externally, the product looks aesthetically pleasing and very modern.
Plastic helps to make the surface perfectly flat without any additional measures.
Cavity behind suspended structure Allows for easy wiring.
You can easily insulate the ceiling. This applies not only to bedrooms and offices, but also to bathrooms with high humidity. When laying a mineral bath, lay a layer of a vapor barrier, this will protect the heat-insulating material from getting wet and mold.
Designed for significant fluctuations temperatures.
Do not crack with time.
Easy care. You can wash the ceiling with ordinary glass mops. Since the surface is perfectly flat, dirt is removed even without the use of special detergents.
Do not ignite.
Do not turn yellow over time, however, it is better not to smoke in a room with plastic ceiling panels, as tobacco smoke tends to be absorbed, forming characteristic stains.
Environmentally friendly and have no foreign smell. Even when melted, they do not emit harmful substances.
Hides all communication pipes.

Despite all the advantages, plastic panels have their drawbacks:

Limited forms, therefore, it is simply impossible to make a multi-level ceiling out of plastic.
Due to the visible seams between the panels, significantly loses in appearance.
start to warp at temperatures over 60 degrees.

How to choose?

Choosing ceiling panels is quite simple.

You need to take into account several nuances:

Opt for seamless styles. Checking their ownership is very simple. Sew the two strips together, or ask the salespeople to do it for you to see what the seam looks like. It should be barely noticeable, since without fastening to the profiles it is impossible to achieve the ideal. There will be no visible joints on the ceiling.
For residential premises do not buy goods made in China, as they break very easily during installation. They can be installed where aesthetics will be in second place, and there is a need to save money.
trace so that the surface is even without obvious drops and bumps.
In recent years, the material of domestic production has proven itself well.

Depending on the manufacturer and the length of the strips, the price of PVC panels also differs. The market value of a material 3 meters long on average ranges from 150 to 200 rubles.

If you need 6-meter strips, then you should prepare for a price of 270-320 rubles. First of all, pay attention to the quality and color scheme, and then look at the price. There are times when cheap material is made no less soundly than its expensive counterparts. Then it makes no sense to overpay. They will last the same amount of time.

Firstly, to calculate the amount of material, you need to determine the area of \u200b\u200bthe ceiling by multiplying the lengths of the sides together.
Secondly, divide the result by the area of one panel. As a rule, these data are indicated on the packaging. However, if you have not visited the store yet, but you know that you will buy 3-meter strips with a width of 250 mm, then their area will be 0.75 square meters. In the case of 6 meters - 1.5 square meters.
Thirdly, add 15% to the resulting value for cuts, rounding the final number to a higher value. This will give you the number of lanes you need.

How to fix?

Ceiling plastic is mounted on a pre-assembled structure made of a durable metal profile. Also, it is possible to use a wooden frame, however, this option is not suitable for the bathroom and other rooms with high humidity.

If you correctly install the base, then further installation will go quickly and without unnecessary debris.

Required materials and tools:

plastic panels;
profile UD;
profile CD;
starting L-profile for hiding the ends of the panels;
dowels and screws;
drill;
screwdriver;
level;
metal scissors;

Step by step installation instructions:

Step one. At the initial stage of installation of the ceiling system, a frame is created from galvanized profiles. To do this, the level is measured, and marks are made on the walls where it is necessary to fix the UD-27 profile. These will be the guides around the perimeter. It is worth noting that the step between the fasteners should not be less than 40 cm, the distance of 50 cm is considered optimal. The crossbars from the rails are made using the CD-60 profile with a step of 60 cm. .
Step two. A plastic L-profile is attached to the rails using self-tapping screws.
Step three. At this stage, all the necessary wires are laid.
Step four. We proceed to the installation of plastic panels, which we cut strictly along the length of the ceiling using metal scissors. We mount the first strip in the L-profile, carefully fixing it with self-tapping screws along the entire length. The following lanes are connected with a lock. In such situations, the starting profile serves as a hiding element, the ends of the panels go there.
Step five. The most important stage in the installation of the ceiling is the installation of the last strip. As a rule, it has to be cut. In such a situation, the principle “measure seven times - cut once” is, after all, by the way.

To make a plastic ceiling beautiful, you need to follow a few simple rules:

Seams between panels should be located parallel to a source of direct sunlight. This will help hide the junction.
When choosing plastic pay attention to its strength. Press down on the edge of the panel with two fingers. The deformation should be small.
Plastic should be able to bend well and at the same time not to break, so its fragility is checked.
Give preference to PVC panels with a large number of stiffeners. This will help create a strong structure.

is a fast, inexpensive, beautiful and reliable option. A large selection of colors and textures of PVC panels allows you to harmoniously combine the ceiling finish with any wall covering.

Such a ceiling is not afraid of moisture and temperature differences, so PVC panels can be used not only for interior decoration, but also for exterior. It does not absorb bad odors. If grease gets on the coating during cooking, it is easy to wash it off with a sponge and any soapy solution.

On sale there are panels with the applied drawing of noble grades of a tree. This allows you to finish the ceilings and walls of rooms for any purpose: a corridor, a living room, a fireplace room, a bedroom. For finishing the bathroom, bathroom and kitchen, panels with a printed stone cut pattern are great.

What is PVC ceiling panel

The material from which the ceiling is made is called polyvinyl chloride or PVC for short. It is environmentally friendly and practically does not emit harmful substances. Before production, PVC powder is mixed in an industrial mixer with the addition of plasticizers and additives.

The result is a dough-like mass, which is loaded into the extruder. There, a plastic panel is drawn out by forcing through a molding window under high temperature. On the conveyor, the plastic is cut to size with a guillotine and sent to the offset printing shop, where a pattern is applied to the front surface. Finished panels are packed and sent to the warehouse.

There are two types of ceiling: suture and seamless. The first ones after assembly have a noticeable in-depth seam at the junction. This texture resembles a ceiling made of wooden lining. The second option allows you to get a smooth glossy surface, on which, with proper installation, the butt joint is practically not noticeable.

For a strong connection of the panels to each other, a groove is provided on one side of it, and a spike on the other. Longitudinal partitions are provided inside the panel, which significantly increases the panel's fracture strength and at the same time maintains a low weight of the product.

Ease of assembling a false ceiling made of plastic, excellent strength characteristics make it a leader in the decoration of balconies, loggias, bathrooms, bathrooms and kitchens.

Any lighting device can be built into the ceiling of PVC panels. There are no restrictions on the power of the lamp, as, for example, for stretch ceilings made of PVC film (here the limit is not higher than 50 W). practically do not burn. Non-combustible ceiling panels can be used in domestic boiler rooms.

How to install a plastic false ceiling

The design of the suspended plastic ceiling system, like other suspended ceilings, provides for fastening the panels to a wooden or metal crate. Do-it-yourself installation of ceiling panels is simple, so even a non-specialist can handle it. In small spaces, you can do the work yourself. Larger rooms will require the help of at least one person.

Important to remember! If you plan to install spotlights in a plastic ceiling, it is recommended to hang a metal or wooden frame on straight U-shaped plasterboard hangers.

If an overhead lamp is used (chandelier, ceiling), you can arrange a wooden frame. At the same time, the ceiling level can be lowered minimally or by the thickness of a wooden beam. For example, consider how to install for the kitchen.

The kitchen is a room with a high humidity content, so we will use galvanized drywall profiles. Along the perimeter of the walls, the horizontal plane of the ceiling is marked. Spotlights will be built into the ceiling, so we lower the level by 12 cm from the existing ceiling.

To install ceiling panels with your own hands you will need:

 Drill
 Knife
 Hacksaw
 Scissors for metal

It's important to know! For marking large rooms, use painter's chopping thread. This will greatly speed up the work.

The guide profile UD-27 is fixed along the marked line with dowels 6 x 40 mm in increments of 35-45 cm. Axes of CD-60 ceiling profiles are applied to the ceiling with a step of 60 cm. On them, with an interval of 60 cm, P-suspensions are fastened with dowels (perforated mustaches are bent down 90 degrees).

A CD ceiling profile is attached to the mustache of the suspensions with 12 mm screws. The edges of the profile lead into the groove of the guide profile and are also fixed with a self-tapping screw. The frame is ready, you can start installing plastic.

A PVC guide corner is attached to the profile shelf UD-27 with 25 mm self-tapping screws with a press washer around the perimeter. It has a groove for panels and a spike for attaching a ceiling plinth.

The first panel is cut to size and inserted into the groove of the guide corner. The panel is pushed tightly against the wall until it rests against it with a spike. Self-tapping screws with a press washer in the upper wall of the groove fix the first panel to the ceiling profiles.

The second panel is inserted into the groove of the first and lightly tapped with the palm of your hand until the joint gap is completely eliminated. Holes are cut out where the spotlights should be placed with a knife. Spotlights are mounted in the ceiling panels for the kitchen. Then the installation process is repeated.

Note! Before installing the ceiling panels, the lighting wiring must be ready.

The last panel, as a rule, is cut in width and holes are drilled only in the front part so that the head of the self-tapping screw with the press washer passes. After installing the last panel, a ceiling plinth made of the same PVC is snapped into the spike of the plastic guide corner. In the corners, it can be cut to 45 degrees using a miter box.