Home » Misc » Ceiling ideas for cottages

Ceiling ideas for cottages


Statement Ceilings That Will Make You Look Up!

Prepare to be amazed how much impact a Statement Ceiling can make in your home! Drama, Charm, Color, Warmth, Airiness and more!

You know how everyone says “look around” you might be missing something…well today we are going to say Look UP Statement Ceilings are oh so popular.  Yep…that sometimes forgotten element of a room is looking for a bit more attention these days!  They don’t seem to be satisfied with the plain white (even though all of mine are just that except one!)  Here are some ideas and inspirations for you if you are looking to put a bit of pizzaz into your ceilings.  From wooden beams…to medallions…to bold colors…wallpaper and more.  For many of us some of these are a bit out of reach but remember…you can modify the look you want to fit your budget and time.  You can take an idea and make it your own and doable for you. ENJOY!

 

How Farmhouse Amazing is this ceiling.  Not only do you have gorgeous stained wooden beams… but the exposed ceiling has been covered in shiplap.   A ceiling marriage made in Heaven!

 

Modern Farmhouse Ceilings – Lark & Linen

A ceiling does not have to be a large space to create tons of drama!  Just check out this little slanted ceiling above a Breakfast Nook… it is adorned with wood planks complimented with narrow beams… fabulous!

 

We all know that a hardwood floor looks simply incredible in any space… well this creation shows you it works just as nicely on the ceiling!  Inspired?

 

Have you ever considered paneling the entire room including the ceiling?  What an awesome Cottage Farmhouse Look!  Would you ever consider doing this?  I know I would.  

 

Toping Canyon Cabin Ceiling – Domino

This amazing wood plank and wood beam ceiling creates such design in the room but leaves it feeling light… roomy and airy!  Charming from top to bottom!

 

Angled Ceiling/Beams & Wall Paper – Chezshea

If you have angled ceilings of not… adding beams and wallpaper just might give you the statement ceiling you have been craving!

 

Wood is so wonderful but have you ever considered the Barn Door look?  Come and see some other wonderful ideas for more inspiration

 

If you are looking to add sweetness and charm to your ceiling… pick a beautiful wallpaper that won’t over power the room and I know it will give you exactly what you were looking for.   This bedroom is the perfect addition.  It’s so easy to make a BIG difference!

 

This ceiling over at Studio McGee adds a touch of drama and height to the room.  With the simple additional of a few wood beams the design element of this room simply soars.

 

Have you every considered a Metal Treatment for your ceiling?  Well they did over at BHG and it looks pretty amazing.  There are so many different ways you can add metal to you ceiling starting with tin tiles (new or vintage)…metal sheets or strips and the list goes on.  It’s not for everyone but it does make a big impact on your space.

 

I thought this ceiling was really interesting and is actually one that is extremely doable for so many people.  There is no building involved which sometimes is a huge plus!  The ceiling was created with an assortment of ceiling medallions that you can pick up at a local Home Depot or Lowes…etc…  You can purchase different sizes and different designs…then paint them in the color of choice…adhere to the ceiling with nails (don’t forget to paint the head of the nail so it doesn’t show).   Add as many or as few as you like.  You may even go for a GRAND one in the center of the ceiling…the possibilities are truly endless.  Thank you Orac Decor for inspiring us!

 

I had to share this Pin with you…there is no website link to it : ( but still had to show you.  It’s magical…almost makes me feel as though I am in the main hall of Hogwarts!  It is a look that can be achieved by painting a ceiling with the design and colors you love and then placing wood beams on to the ceiling.  This one is done in a midnight blue with gold metallic suns and stars.  Can you just imagine what you can do!

 

Apartment Therapy sure shows us how rustic wooden beams can add so much character to your Farmhouse Kitchen.

 

Carla Aston Designed is sharing this AMAZING and dramatic ceiling transformation…simply breathtaking!

 

Here is another stunner!  This all wood beamed ceiling is gorgeous and there are others I do believe you would enjoy seeing over at Coco Cozy.

 

My heart skipped a beat when I saw this kitchen…there is not one thing I do not love about it (even the location in the West Village).  My eyes went side to side admiring the fabulous subway tile and that gorgeous pendant chrome light fixture…up and down and then UP again to admire the beautiful ceiling that is tiled with embossed ceiling tiles.  I know first hand that you can get these at your local stores like Home Depot and Lowes…I know because I have purchased them.  We have these in our dining room and they were pretty easy to install as long as you have things planned out.  The ones that we used actually slide into each other for a nice tight fit.  It does add personality and charm to your room and not at a price that will break the bank.

 

This beautiful beamed ceiling was the creation of my dear friend Gina and her Husband Mitch and it is incredible!  If anyone is interested in a ceiling like this I am sure you can contact Gina and she will fill you in…they are an incredible Do-It Yourself couple that have almost all the answers to your DIY needs…you can find them over at The Shabby Creek Cottage.

 

This Entrance Hall over at Elle Decor is a bit dramatic…but it does look pretty awesome…but I have a feeling that many of my readers would really enjoy something a bit toned down…so just close your eyes and imagine some of those gorgeous wallpaper samples you have seen that you are dying to use and continue them up to the ceiling.  I would highly NOT recommend stripes if your patience is limited : )  They look incredible but very difficult to match.   Your possibilities are once again limitless.

 

This beautiful kitchen over at BHG is sporting a fabulous Farmhouse Weathered White Wood Ceiling and it is pretty incredible.  Subtle but it is one of the shining stars in this kitchen.  The combination of wood…gray …black and weathered white where meant to be together.

 

This luxurious Bedroom over at Thistlewood Farms is breath taking but not as breath taking as the absolutely incredibly fabulous ceiling.   Talk about drama… the first place you look in this space is UP!  Drop by and see a closer view.

 

This soft aquamarine ceiling with white beams is like a heavenly sky over this room.  The ceiling brings this entire room into perfect harmony over at BHG.

 

In this pin from Indulge you can see that a simple wooden planked ceiling in your favorite color could be the answer you have been looking for.  It’s easy…budget friendly…customizable and fabulous!

 

Here’s another dramatic creation over at Thistlewood Farms…a stained ceiling with a deeper stained stencil.  It gives this space a WOW effect.  Drop by this post…there are more awesome ceilings to see.

 

Weathered Brick and Varied Shades of Wooden Planks combine to make a very warm and cozy Farmhouse atmosphere. 

 

I just thought that this pin was incredible.  The ceiling is picture perfect for any type of home decor style.   Dare to dream!

 

Doris Leslie Blau reminds us that Shiplap is always a good thing…not matter if it is for the wall or ceiling!

 

Now if it is a Coastal feel you are going for…this Ceiling over by Doris Leslie Blau answers the call.

 

If you are looking for a touch of Cottage Shabby Farmhouse with a splash of color…how about this distressed white ceiling with a blush stencil overlay…dreamy!

 

For More Round Ups Click Here!

 

Stay Up to Date with The Cottage Market by Joining our Mailing List!

 

 

 

Want to stay in the know? I’d really love that! (((HUGS)))
Like … on Facebook | Follow … on Pinterest | Follow … on Instagram | 

 

 

 

Statement Ceilings Statement Ceilings Statement Ceilings Statement Ceilings Statement Ceilings Statement Ceilings

Ceiling Ideas - The Lettered Cottage

I haven’t added our dining room tour to the Our House tab in our menu bar yet because it’s still a bit of a work in progress. That being said, the room has changed a lot since we bought the pumpkin-colored place in 2007…

And boy have we had a lot of fun working on playing with it over the past few years!

We had fun creating the “wonder wall“…

…and even more fun decorating it for Christmas last year…

We even had fun using the room as a bedroom, while ours was under construction…

But at some point, we ran out of steam and never really finished the ceiling or the floor in there, so we took advantage of another burst of DIY energy a couple weeks ago, and went back to work on Project: Dining Room.

Kev started by taping himself in there one day and sanding back the original hardwood floor (that was originally covered up by laminate flooring)…

(That awful old kitchen tile is gettin’ the boot at some point too!)

Unfortunately, he sanded his palms back a bit that day too. Zoinks!

So while Kev’s pummeled palms healed up, I got down to business and sealed the floor with three coats of semi-gloss Varathane from Lowes, and after that, we turned our attention up to the ceiling.

Unlike the planks in our guest bathroom and reading room, the wood we uncovered up there was always just a liiiiiiittle too rustic for our taste.

We didn’t have the funds or energy to deal with it when we originally uncovered it, so we just slapped on some primer and leftover blue paint (Sea Salt by SW).

It did the (temporary) trick, but last month I had one of those infamous “I can’t take it anymore” moments, so Kev and I put our heads together to figure out how we could fix it… for around a hundred bucks.

Our first idea involved attaching big sheets of something called eucaboard (from Home Depot) to the ceiling. It was thin, it was inexpensive, and it seemed like a great idea. Keyword: seemed. I thought we could attach them in a big grid-like pattern, and cover up all the seams with some kind of thin, wood trim. Keyword: thought.

Let’s just say that little project didn’t go quiiiiite as easily as planned, and that there may or may not have been some uncomfortably intense moments at the Palmer household as we tried to hoist and hold up the first 4′ x 8′ sheet of eucaboard while one of us nailed it into place. And let’s just say the intensity may or may not have intensified when said nails proceeded to slide right up on through that first 4′ x 8′ sheet of eucaboard at the exact moment someone’s arms turned to wet spaghetti.

Oh yeah….that was a real good time.

Anywho, our (intense) adventure ended with a 4′ x 8′ sheet of eucaboard out by the curb, and a trip to Lowes to see what else we could cover the ceiling with.

Here’s what we decided to try (the second time around)…

It’s a V-groove, wood plank product by EverTrue, and there’s six 8-foot long planks in each pack.

Each pack costs $10.93, and we figured we’d need about 10 of them to cover our entire dining room ceiling. (Much cheaper than any other ceiling plank option that we looked at.)

The planks are super thin, and very light weight. Keyword: light.

We didn’t buy all eight packs right away, because after the whole eucaboard debacle, we weren’t sure if anything was going to work and we were skeered. We took home one pack of planks that day, and I promptly laid them out on a drop cloth and gave them two coats and primer, and two coats of leftover Moonlight White (BM) paint.

Our dining room ceiling is 9′ – 7″ wide, and the planks are only 8 feet long, so we decided to do a little staggering of the seams.

Using our nail gun, we attached one full-length board to the ceiling, and then cut a smaller one to finish off that “row”. Then on the next row, we did it the opposite way, so the “pattern” will look sort of like this when we’re done:

Turns out you can barely see the seams after all, but we just thought it would be weird to have all the shorter planks on one side of the room.

Here’s where we’re at today…

(You can still see some Liquid nails up there from the eucaboard experience…grrrr.)

We’re not quite halfway across the room, and there’s still LOTS of nail hole filling, touch up painting, crown & trim molding attaching, and wall trimming, painting or papering to do- but we’re okay with that. It’s the 4′ x 8′ sheets of eucaboard we have issues with.

PS- We’re hoping to finish the ceiling up soon so we can turn our attention back to the drywalled walls. We want to do something really different there too! (Just have to figure out what that is- LOL!)

Ceiling in the dacha quickly and cheaply

The dacha is not always a place of permanent residence of the owners. Often they appear here only in the summer to spend a couple of days or a week. Therefore, many do not seek to use expensive finishing materials in such buildings, in particular, to decorate the ceiling. There is a need to find such ideas or constructive solutions that will allow you to finish the ceiling in the country house cheaply and quickly.

Basic options

If we proceed from the concept of "cheap and fast", then there will not be as many design options as we would like. However, it does not hurt to create a beautiful and functional ceiling with minimal time and financial costs. The most suitable in such a situation are the following types of coatings and designs:

We will not consider other methods and types of finishing, since they either require a lot of time to install and bring the composition to an ideal look, like drywall, or are more expensive than those named, like a stretch fabric. nine0003

Clapboard

The most common finishing material in summer cottage construction. She can decorate walls, ceilings, and even assemble three-dimensional compositions from such planks. However, this article is about simple and inexpensive solutions, so we will consider only a simple option with one plane.

You will need a base or frame for installation. You can attach wooden planks directly to the floor beams, but the functionality will suffer. Therefore, it is better to assemble the usual crate of wooden slats. The details of the base are attached to the beams, and already to them, the lining is hemmed. It will take a little time to install, and the price of such a finish does not go beyond reasonable limits. nine0003

Plywood

It is mounted on the same crate as the lining. However, there are differences in fastening - the sheets will have to be screwed through and you will have to figure out how to disguise or “beat” the self-tapping screws. Otherwise, you will need the same rails for the frame, and after installing all the fragments of the coating, it can be painted.

The most spectacular result can be obtained if the surface of the plywood is not painted, but treated with stain. After that, the texture of the tree will appear and the design will look very beautiful. If necessary, you can further enhance the manifested texture by varnishing the surface. nine0003

Tiles

This is a very simple and inexpensive design option. However, it has its own drawbacks. Foam parts should only be glued to the prepared surface. If it is uneven, the tiles will not fit tightly and there will be a noticeable defect at the joints of the parts. Therefore, before you arrange the overlap in the country in this way, it is worth evaluating how smooth its surface is at the moment.

It is likely that the plane is far from ideal. In this situation, there are two ways out: level the surface or abandon the tiles in favor of more functional coatings. The first entails a significant increase in the cost of the entire repair, and the second will solve the problem at a lower cost. The choice is obvious - you can cheaply and quickly decorate the ceiling in the country house not only with the help of tiles, since other design ideas involve masking floor defects. nine0003

Panels

This type of finish will make it possible to hide the shortcomings of the existing base - the installation of individual elements of the coating is carried out on the frame, and for its assembly wooden blocks or special profiles are used, which are more common in plasterboard structures.

Installation technology is exactly the same as for wood flooring - the base is assembled, and panels are attached to it. The appearance of such a coating depends only on the material of the panels themselves - plastic has the largest selection of colors, and MDF parts look best. nine0003

Finishing the ceiling in the country house: design ideas with photos

It is reasonable to start repairing a country house with finishing the ceiling in the country house. Then there will be no inconvenience associated with the need to protect walls and floors from the effects of finishing work . The design of the upper part of the room will create the basis of the interior picture, to which it is easy to select winning options for decorating walls, floors, door and window openings.

Contents

If in apartment conditions the choice of the ceiling design idea is limited to a small area and a rectilinear plane in the form of a concrete slab, then in a private house you can safely embody all kinds of ideas. nine0063 The non-standard configuration of the roof, the presence of wooden beams, structures made of rounded timber complicates the task of finishing the ceiling in the country house, but allows you to develop a unique design for it.

The specifics of choosing a ceiling finish in a country house

Finishing a ceiling in a country house is based on factors that influence the right decision on floor cladding:

Ceiling trim should match the overall design of the home

Many lighting systems provide for concealing fasteners under the trim. Therefore, before sheathing the ceiling in the country, you should first draw up a lighting design scheme, study the features of their installation on the ceiling. In addition, you must first lay the wiring, depending on the location of the lighting fixtures.

Finishing the ceiling - the final stage of the design of the ceiling in the country. Photos of skillfully executed skins, equipped with variable lighting technology, demonstrate a completely different visual effect from cladding and lighting with different stylistic bases. nine0003

The lighting scheme must be thought out in advance

Due to seasonal residence and temporary stay in a country house during holidays or weekends, the rooms are not constantly heated. In the season of severe frosts and prolonged rains, the lack of heat adversely affects the condition of the facing materials. When whitewashing and painting, constant temperature fluctuations lead to the formation of microcracks, peeling of the paint coating. If the ceiling is covered with wallpaper, then the influence of moisture and dampness contributes to the appearance of mold in the form of black spots, in particular at the junctions with the walls. nine0063 Therefore, it is extremely important to perform reliable thermal insulation before starting its sheathing, check the condition of the roof for deformations and flaws.

to contents ↑

Ceiling with wood in the country house

The most common means for finishing country houses is wood and its derivatives: laminated plywood, lining, particle boards, lumber. Wood cladding on the ceiling looks advantageous in tandem with typical walls made of profiled timber and with a brickwork that is radically different in appearance, decoratively plastered, painted or lined with stone base. nine0003

Wooden ceiling finish looks spectacular with brick walls

Wood ceiling finish has many advantages:

Wooden ceiling decoration in the country house has a noble appearance

The only disadvantage of the wooden ceiling decoration in the country house is the decrease in the height of the walls by 10-20 cm due to the thickness of the wood facing materials. If you apply effective ways to visually increase the space, you can easily correct the above disadvantage. For example, by painting, plastering walls, create an imitation of vertical stripes or wallpapering with ornaments in the appropriate direction. nine0003

to contents ↑

Varieties of lumber for wooden ceiling decoration in the country house

The centuries-old tradition of wood finishing ceilings has influenced the formation of a wide range of wood facing materials: When processing them, the edges are equipped with tongues and grooves, which form a convenient fastening, a strong coupling between them. Thanks to this design feature, they are easy to connect to intermediate boards. Their short length determines the ease of installation and the speed of finishing the ceiling in the country. In a small room, it is appropriate to place the lining in one direction, and in a spacious room, you can experiment with the layout option. The lining between the beams with a smooth gradient from dark to light tone looks spectacular. In such an uncomplicated way, you can select a sleep zone and a place for an active lifestyle. nine0012

Ceiling trim in the country house with clapboard

Plywood ceiling cladding

Veneered panels replicate the texture and color of any wood

Solid wood panels bring notes of nobility to any interior

Wood is vulnerable to excessive dryness and humidity: it forms microcracks and deforms due to swelling. Therefore, before finishing the ceiling in the country with wood or its derivatives, you need to create a comfortable environment for coatings with a natural base.

Regardless of the type of wood materials used, before installation, they must be treated with an antiseptic to protect against moisture and the formation of fungus, primed to prevent damage by insects, varnished to give shine and form a protective layer from the external environment. nine0003

to contents ↑

Finishing the ceiling in the country house with decorative plaster

Plastic and shape-resistant plaster perfectly matches any type of ceiling, whether it is a wooden crate, plasterboard or concrete slab. Before it is applied to the base, a mesh shingle is attached. It provides a strong adhesion to the solution.

The texture of the decorative plaster is so diverse that it allows realizing virtuoso design ideas. The ceiling in the country house will acquire unique features if its various modifications are used for its decoration:

Venetian stucco ceiling decoration in a country house

Moroccan plaster has excellent dirt-repellent properties

In order for the ceilings in the country house plastered with their own hands to retain their original appearance for a long time, it is extremely important to line the attic and walls with heat-insulating boards from the inside . If the cottage is rarely heated in winter, then this is a completely inappropriate option. The lack of heat adversely affects the condition of the plaster: the coating cracks and crumbles. nine0003

to contents ↑

Stretch ceiling in the country house

A glossy canvas with a mirror surface that reflects the surrounding furnishings and finishes will instantly make the stretch ceiling in the country house unique. The reflection of the fiery glow of the fireplace or the light shine of a multi-level lighting system looks bewitching. LED lighting can work wonders together with tension structures: create the appearance of a starry sky, outer space with falling meteorites blinding with light. nine0003

The main distinguishing feature of PVC fabric is resistance to the negative effects of ultraviolet, moisture, low room temperature. Stretch ceilings in an unheated country house do not change their appearance: they retain their shape and color. Their service life is more than 15 years.

Stretch ceiling does not change its appearance for many years

Heavy-duty PVC film, which acts as a base, can reliably protect the premises of a summer cottage from the consequences of a flood in case of a roof leak. The elastic base stretches and does not allow water to pass through the holes under the lamps or the edge of the canvas until it is removed. It can be in a stretched state for a long time, until the owners discover a water leak from the roof. nine0003

Tensile structures allow you to discreetly hide the ventilation system, heat-insulating panels, lighting equipment wires. Weightless thin canvas does not reduce the height of the rooms. This is the best option for visually increasing the space of small rooms in a country house.

Stretch fabric visually enlarges the space

To create a peaceful atmosphere in the country house, it is reasonable to choose a stretch ceiling in a calm pastel color scheme. For a picturesque decoration of the upper part of the rooms in a country cottage, it is important to give preference to dynamic colors or designs with 3D drawings depicting gardens of paradise, beach islands, mountains or forests. The symbols of relaxation on the ceiling will create a relaxing effect, creating the perfect environment for nostalgia with memories of unforgettable vacation experiences spent in distant lands. nine0003

Spectacular stretch ceiling with a 3D pattern

LED ceiling lamps for summer cottages will enhance the visual perception of the originally designed ceiling. The outlines of plafonds can have similar features with street or garden lights, conveying a rural flavor, or spotlights, emphasizing the urban stylistic direction of the design. By choosing the option of a stretch ceiling in tandem with a multi-tiered chandelier, it will be possible to successfully display the atmosphere of a royal estate or a presidential dacha with a truly imperial setting. nine0003

to contents ↑

Non-standard ceiling decoration in the country house

If you want to decorate the ceiling in an original way, it is rational to use one of the non-trivial methods:

  • Gypsum materials allow you to create unique relief surfaces that embody the delights of architectural art. Textured perforations and stucco decoration are formed by pouring the gypsum composition into specialized silicone molds with a characteristic pattern. Frozen slabs or stucco is attached to the ceiling with glue or putty. Massive gypsum products are placed on the frames and screwed with self-tapping screws in accordance with the designer's idea. nine0012

Ceiling decor with stucco elements

  • Parquet board, laminate looks non-trivial on the ceiling, causing bewilderment and delight among others at the same time. To illuminate it, it is advisable to use bamboo or rattan ceiling chandeliers for summer cottages. It will be inexpensive to install decorations in the form of false beams, which simplify the organization of hidden lighting.

Laminate looks non-trivial on the ceiling

  • Textured paint provides ample opportunities for non-trivial ceiling cladding: painting with the effect of sand, stone coating, sputtering with gold, silver, patina and other valuable metals. Echoing the light beams of chandeliers or LED lamps, the original metallic coating shimmers and sparkles bewitchingly. nine0012

Textured paint for a dramatic finish

  • Silver leaf and craquelure lacquer wallpaper gives the appearance of a ceiling in an old country mansion. For the modern decoration of the cottage, wallpapers decorated with threads with an installed lighting system are perfect. When turned on at night, the ceiling looks magical because of the glowing carpet hovering overhead.

Ceiling decoration in a country house should be both beautiful, stylistically consistent with the design concept chosen for decorating a country house, practical and reliable. nine0064 Immediately after construction, it is not recommended to perform interior lining of rooms due to shrinkage of the building. A year later, you can safely implement any intricate idea for finishing the ceiling.

The intricate ceiling configuration calls for the abandonment of traditional painting or whitewashing.

Learn more