When the issue of repair budget is acute, compromises have to be sought. Most often, it is the ceiling work. If you can't afford it, consider making the ceiling out of plastic.

Scheme 1 - Installation suspended ceiling. Scheme of work

Installing plastic on the ceiling: advantages

Plastic is mainly chosen for finishing non-residential premises as a construction for a stylistically neutral ceiling surface.

In apartments and country houses, plastic is the favorite material for finishing ceilings in bathrooms, and less often in kitchens.

The material is not afraid of moisture and frequent changes temperature regime, if the room is well ventilated, it does not grow moldy and does not take up much ceiling height. The plastic is easy to assemble and, if necessary, disassemble. Plus: it is possible to sectionally replace damaged ceiling covering, which undoubtedly reduces the cost of secondary repairs.

However, one of the main captivating advantages of ceilings made of plastic lining- cheapness.

Judge for yourself: the ceiling is made of plastic panels costs on average $3.5-5/m² (the price includes the purchase of materials and ceiling assembly), the cost square meter material - from $1.7.

At the same time, the cost of a gypsum plasterboard sheet for finishing ceilings is $7.5-8.2 (approximately 3 m²), to install a plasterboard ceiling you will have to pay another $4/m², and also buy an additional adhesive mixture and profiles (when installing plasterboard sheets on frame), reinforcing mesh and putty for processing sheet joints. It turns out there is a significant difference: 3.5-5 $/m² when finishing with plastic and almost 9 $/m² when finishing with plasterboard on a frame.

Photo 1 - Installation of ceiling plinth

Installation of plastic ceiling

The ceiling is made of plastic panels, essentially a mixture of slatted ceiling and plasterboard. From the latter, in the installation of plastic, a system of organizing the frame is used, plus the finishing process is extremely similar to the installation of a lath.

Stages of installing plastic on the ceiling:

• installation of guide profiles;
• installation of hangers;
• installation of a ceiling profile;
• installation of plastic panels;
• installation of ceiling plinth.

Installation of guide profiles

1. Step back 7-10 cm from the ceiling and secure the guide profile around the perimeter.

IMPORTANT! A gap of up to 10 cm is needed in order to subsequently install it under a plastic ceiling electric wires and install recessed lights.

2. To carry out precise measurements use a laser level.

3. If you are installing a ceiling made of plastic lining in rooms where the walls are decorated with ceramic tiles, installation of the guide profile can be somewhat complicated: you cannot drill mounting holes in the tiles directly through the guide rails - you can chip the ceramics. In this case, the tile is drilled with a special drill according to the markings, and only then the profile is fixed into the prepared holes.

4. If you doubt the reliability of the fastening and that the guides will support the weight of the entire mounted structure, use dowels and nails with a length of at least 60 mm.

5. The step at which the profile is attached to the ceiling must be at least 50 cm.

IMPORTANT! When using dowel nails on tiles, they should not be driven in, but rather wrapped.

Photo 2 - Ceiling paneling along the frame

Installation of suspensions and ceiling profiles

The ceiling profile must be installed perpendicular to the location of the plastic lining panels.

1. The profile is cut to required length, inserted into the guide profile.

2. Mark the future mounting of the suspensions.

IMPORTANT! Please note: the profile should not pass through the installation points of recessed luminaires! Also, the guide and ceiling profiles should not be fastened with self-tapping screws, because With such fastenings, the baseboard for the ceiling will not be level.

3. Hangers can also be mounted using dowel nails.

IMPORTANT! If a dowel nail gets into the cavity of the ceiling, the fasteners may not hold well. This problem can be solved by using special anchors for a suspended ceiling (or using a dowel and a self-tapping screw if you don’t have an anchor at hand).

4. The components of the ceiling profile should be located at a distance of no more than 30-40 cm from each other. Even without installing transverse guides, you can assemble such a frame with your own hands, making it rigid and durable.

Photo 3 - Plastic ceiling in a country house

Fitting plastic panels and installing ceiling plinths

Before installing plastic slats or panels, you need to run all the necessary communications along the frame of the overhead flow. After installing the plastic, you can also make wiring or install a lamp. Panel plastic ceiling− not seamless fabric; by dismantling some of the panels you will have the opportunity to correct the shortcomings. However, this is extra work.

1. A ceiling plinth is installed on three of the four walls: on one of the walls the plinth is placed parallel to the panels, on the other two - perpendicular.

2. Plastic panels of the first row are sawed down to the right size and inserted into the baseboard. The opposite side of this panel must be secured with self-tapping screws to the ceiling profile.

3. The next panel after the first is mounted in an open groove, also securing the opposite edge with self-tapping screws to the profile.

4. The work is completed by attaching the ceiling plinth to the fourth wall.

This way you can mount not only a simple ceiling, but also a two-level one. The difference in work will only be in the complexity of constructing the frame.

1. Installation of plastic panels on the ceiling is best done by two people. Another pair of hands in this matter will never be superfluous.

2. The plinth for fastening plastic panels must be special - installation, and not decorative. Such a plinth must have grooves for installing panels.

3. The plinth is secured to the perimeter guides with self-tapping screws. However, to last wall at the end of the installation it is secured liquid nails

Photo 4 - Plastic slatted ceiling in the bathroom

The solution is not only for renovations in the toilet/balcony, but also in the bedroom. True, these ceilings should look different: in the first case, plastic slats would be appropriate, and in the second, plastic plates. The photo below shows examples of how plastic suspended ceilings can be used in different rooms apartments.

If you are going to trim ceiling surface plastic, remember: the main thing is for ceilings living rooms- do not reduce the width of the panels.

To prevent the room from looking cheap, it is better to choose panels made of plastic with a width of 40-60 cm. Most people associate white plastic with the decoration of sanitary premises. But panels with embossing, painted to match, say, different breeds wood can hide the budget of ceiling repairs. These look no worse than painting or wallpapering the ceiling.

DIY plastic ceiling: VIDEO

Plastic panels for ceilings: prices

How much a particular type of plastic panel costs depends on technical parameters panels: section size and thickness.

A standard lining (slat) is about 10 cm wide and 9 mm thick. The cost is 2.1 $/m².

Panels imitating natural materials or painted in specific color are more expensive: for example, the “Lux” panel in “chocolate” color with parameters 0.1 m/6 m/8 mm costs about 4 $/m², the “Ash” panel with parameters 0.25 m/6 m/8 mm costs 4 .5$/m².

There are also better-looking plastic ceilings on sale. The price for this starts from 5-5.5 $/m². We are talking about plastic lacquered oak paneling (0.25 m/6 m/9 mm) and mirror plastic panels (0.25 m/6 m/4 mm).

Plastic panels today are increasingly used as a finishing material for walls and ceilings. Their popularity is constantly trending upward, due to good performance characteristics, aesthetic appearance and easy operation installation work. Another significant advantage of panels of this type is the affordable price level.

How to choose plastic panels

Plastic panels can be used in rooms with high humidity — .

This material is resistant to impacts aggressive environment and fluctuations temperature indicators- suitable for . Moreover, their use prevents the formation of mold and mildew, which is important for. When choosing PVC panels, you should take into account the length and width. The surface of the material can be varnished, glossy or matte.

Another significant advantage of PVC panels is the absence of the need for careful leveling of the surface, as well as the ability to hide individual communication elements under the frame.

Photo: finishing the bathroom with plastic panels

When choosing this variation of finishing material, you should focus on the fact that plastic panels for walls and ceilings have certain differences. The former have higher weight indicators. In addition, they have a more rigid structure.

Option for finishing a bathroom with plastic panels

Plastic panels intended for finishing the ceiling have less weight. This is due to the need to carry out installation work at height. Minimum weight indicators greatly facilitate this procedure.

Finishing the walls and ceiling in the kitchen with plastic panels

Along with this, plastic ceiling panels are more fragile. When performing installation work, you should be very careful, as you can easily damage the surface of the finishing material.

Wall decoration with decorative plastic panels

At standard thickness 5-10 mm, the width of the panels can vary from 25 to 50 cm. The length ranges from 2.7 to 3 m. When choosing a finishing material, you should pay attention to the quality of the color of the panel, the uniformity of the pattern and the correctness of the shapes. You should also take into account the quality of the stiffeners. They shouldn't hang around outside. The surface of the material should not contain characteristic chips and cracks.

The level of resistance of the material to deformation will depend on the quality of the density and flexibility of the PVC panel. If such a panel is tightly compressed, there should be no traces of mechanical damage on it.

Required tools and materials

When performing work on installing plastic panels on the wall and ceiling, at the initial stage you should select the necessary tools and materials. To resolve an installation issue, you may need:

• PVC panels;
• drill;
• dowels;
• cord and pencil;
• perforator;
• ladder.

Moldings and corners should also be added here. By using the latter, you can achieve the most even markings. Otherwise, when installing plastic panels on walls or ceilings, certain difficulties may arise.

Photo: plastic panels for bathroom tiles

Plastic panels are selected depending on the specific layout of the room. IN small room It is advisable to use narrow panels. Subject to finishing more spacious room It is most advisable to resort to the use of wider products.

Photo: ceiling decoration with built-in lamps with PVC panels

Self-tapping screws can be used instead of dowels. They are necessary if the frame will have a metal design. Dowels are only relevant if used wooden frame. It should be noted here that a wooden base cannot be installed in rooms with high humidity. This is due to the fact that such material is susceptible to rotting, as well as negative influence fungi and mold. For this reason, using a wooden frame in the kitchen and bathroom is not a practical solution.

Construction of lathing for walls and ceilings

The structure of the frame is the primary issue that should be resolved when installing plastic panels on a wall or ceiling. It was noted above that a wooden or metal variation of the frame can be used as a base. The optimal distance between the individual elements of such a base is equivalent to 50 cm. In this way, it is possible to compensate for the uneven surface of the ceiling or walls. The recommended sequence of actions will look like this:

1. Carrying out markings.
2. Installation of profiles along the entire perimeter of the surface.
3. Installation of transverse profiles.
4. Installation of the base for fastening PVC panels.
5. Installation of panels.

When marking, you should first determine the minimum ceiling height. From this point on the walls you need to draw two lines. To do this, you can resort to using a cord painted with chalk. The correctness of the marking is checked using a building level.

After marking, profiles should be installed along the entire perimeter of the surface. These elements must be fixed without creating voids or gaps. Otherwise, it will be very difficult to achieve maximum reliability of the entire structure.

Profile frame for walls

After installing the transverse profiles, the task that needs to be resolved is to install the base for the panel fastenings. For fastening plastic profiles You can use self-tapping screws.

Profile frame on the ceiling

When installing a metal frame variation, you should be as careful as possible. Total weight The structure will be quite large, so it is necessary to ensure high reliability of its fastening. Attaching hangers to concrete floor can be done through the use of special dowels with a cap on the sleeve. Conventional dowels will fail, since concrete is characterized by the presence of internal voids.

Attaching the first panel to the frame

Holes in the metal profile can be drilled simultaneously with the preparation of holes in the wall. Provided that the frame is installed on ceramic tiles It is advisable to resort to using a hammer drill only if glue mixture completely dry. Otherwise, cracks may appear on the surface of the tile.

Features of panel installation

Or is it best to start a wall with the definition optimal length material. It is recommended that this issue be resolved in advance. To cut plastic panels, you can use a regular hacksaw.

There is nothing complicated in the installation procedure of such panels. They are first placed in the profile and then secured using self-tapping screws. It is recommended to start installing plastic panels from the corner of the room. This applies to both the ceiling and the wall. It is also very important to monitor the quality and evenness of installation of the first element. It should be located strictly perpendicular to the wall or ceiling. Otherwise, the panel will not be able to snap into the groove and there will be a need for dismantling and new installation.

Special lathing for plastic panels with fasteners

The edges of the plastic panels must fit into the slats. The last part is adjusted to the optimal distance to the wall. If necessary, you can cut the panel with a regular hacksaw.

Advice! Before carrying out work related to the installation of plastic panels on a ceiling or wall, it is recommended to take care of the installation first various elements communication systems. They are able to camouflage well water pipes, electrical wiring or heating pipes.

Citizens who want to acquire an inexpensive and functional decorative element should study the question of how to make a plastic ceiling with their own hands. The design gained its popularity due to its versatility. You can install it in the restroom, living room, bedroom or hallway. At the same time, there is no need to allocate significant funds for a full-scale renovation. Another plus is quick installation, which does not require construction qualifications.

In addition to the characteristics mentioned above, a design of this kind is not susceptible to moisture. Thanks to this, it can be installed in country house or in a building where there are changes in humidity levels.

Even if there were signs of flooding from neighbors in the restroom or bathroom where the plastic ceiling is planned to be installed, a beginner can handle the installation without any problems.

Thanks to the use of unpretentious materials, it is easy to care for the ceiling. It is enough to wipe it with a dry cloth from time to time.

Among other advantages of the design, builders highlight the following:

1. The ability to hide even significant ceiling defects. This includes construction errors, communications, wiring, etc. At the same time, panels made of PVC make it possible to integrate, for example, a spot lighting system.
2. Universal nature of the design. This means that the plastic ceiling can be assembled in a room with any architectural style without harming it.

Another argument in favor of purchasing a plastic ceiling will be its durability. If you follow the manufacturer's recommendations and there is no emergency at home, the structure will last at least 15 years.

Recommendations: how to make a plastic ceiling yourself

As soon as the parameters of the room where you plan to hang the plastic ceiling with your own hands are written down, you can safely go to the store for building materials. In order not to make a rash purchase, you need to understand the various modifications of suspended ceilings. Firstly, they can be tough and heavy - wall type, and lightweight and at the same time fragile - ceiling type.

The second type needs to be acquired only when a person has sufficient experience. Even slight pressure with a tool on a plastic surface will cause a noticeable indentation to appear.

If we talk about other varieties plastic structures, then designers highlight the following:

• With applied decorative varnish;
• Cheap - represented by processed PVC (do not contain external coatings);
• More expensive ones are presented on the market in panels with printed patterns.

It must be remembered that ceiling coverings differ in a number of other parameters. It's about about color, surface texture and width. Because of this, it is important to carefully examine your potential purchase.

Choosing a plastic ceiling with your own hands in a store

Not everyone can boast of having a construction education, but this is not a reason to refuse a thorough inspection of plastic ceiling panels. This can be done without a special tool. First, the geometry of the outer surface is studied.

Irregularities, chips or unevenness when applying a design are all reasons to refuse the purchase.

In addition to the listed nuances, the buyer should check the following:

1. The number of stiffening elements used - the more there are, the stronger the fastening of the plastic structure.
2. Take 2-3 panels and check how tightly they fit together.
3. Squeeze the PVC panel tightly and check its strength. If the product has retained its shape and appearance surfaces, then the finishing of the ceiling walls will be durable.

The analysis of plastic panels ends with a bend test. This is done using the example of one of the two corners. The appearance of a chip or even a slight crack is a reason to look at another panel.

High-quality installation of a plastic ceiling on your own

A plastic ceiling can only be fixed with building level in hand. First you need to make sure that the ceiling profile is relatively level. After this, 10 cm is retreated from it. You can retreat even more. It all depends on the height of the particular room.

On next stage the cross profile should be installed. It acts as the basis for fastening the PVC panel.

Once the profile is fixed, you need to attach the L-shaped fasteners to it. This is done using a self-tapping screw.

The further procedure is as follows:

• Internal communications are being laid;
• Filling the space with PVC panels;
• Create holes for installing the lighting system;
• Installation of the first panel always starts from the wall;
• Each is cut with a hacksaw in accordance with the parameters of the ceiling;
• After installing the first panel, it is fixed with self-tapping screws, and each subsequent one is inserted into the previous one.

If there are plans to use plastic skirting board, then in this case you need to insert the edges of the installed panels into L-shaped fasteners located at the end walls. The installation process is completed by “adjusting” the width of the last panel. It’s worth preparing yourself for the idea that you’ll have to tinker with this. You will need a ruler and a fine metal hacksaw.

DIY plastic ceiling (video)

So, what can we say in the end about the plastic ceiling - it’s inexpensive and beautiful. Interesting ideas And necessary tool will do their job. All that's left to do is to put in a little effort!

There are many materials that can be used to decorate ceilings, but the most practical and easy-to-use option is PVC panels. And they become even more attractive for the reason that it is quite simple to install them yourself, so there is no need to involve a team of builders. Our article will tell you how to attach PVC panels to the ceiling and how to choose them correctly.

PVC panels - what is it?

PVC panels are a finishing material made from polyvinyl chloride, a plastic that does not burn well and is chemically resistant. Now let's look at the design of PVC panels.

PVC panels for ceiling

They consist of two thin sheets plastic, interconnected by many stiffening ribs. Along the length of the PVC panels, on one side there is a large mounting shelf, and on the other, a small mounting shelf. The first is used to attach the PVC sheet to the ceiling frame, and the second is used to connect the installed sheets to each other.

So why have PVC panels become so popular? Below is a list of the advantages of this finishing material.

Selection of PVC panels

So, you know what this material is, now you need to select PVC panels and purchase them. First you need to decide on the sizes. On this moment V construction stores you can see plastic panels either in the form of lining or in the form of rectangular slabs with the dimensions shown in the table below.

Table. Standard sizes PVC panels.

How can you tell if you have good material in front of you? How can you unknowingly avoid purchasing low-quality PVC panels that will crack during installation or lose their color after a couple of years of service?

Prices for ceiling panels

ceiling panels

When going to a hardware store, you should pay attention to the following points. For small rooms, the most suitable are PVC panels of the “lining” type. They should also be given preference if you want to have a ceiling made of plastic, stylized as wooden boards. A for larger premises it is better to take panels or sheets of polyvinyl chloride. As for the thickness, it is mostly the same for all types of PVC sheets and amounts to 10 millimeters.

1. The stiffening ribs of PVC panels should not be visible from front side. Also count their number - the more ribs, the stronger and more durable the panel design.
2. The surface of the material must be perfectly smooth, without any defects, chips or damage.
3. The mounting and mounting shelves must be flexible enough and not break when trying to bend them.
4. Try pressing lightly on the PVC panel. If a crack or dent appears on the surface, then you have a low-quality copy, which you should avoid purchasing.
5. Take some panels and try to put them together. Good material fits smoothly and without gaps.
6. Pay attention to the appearance of the PVC panels you are purchasing - copies from all packages must be monochromatic and have the same texture. In some situations, PVC sheets from different batches will have slight color differences.

What to look for when purchasing PVC panels: 1. The number of stiffeners: the fewer there are, the more unstable the product.
2. The edges of the plastic tiles must be intact and straight.
3. The surface of the PVC panel should be evenly painted, smooth and without unevenness.
4. The two panels must be properly connected at the joint groove.

Besides themselves PVC sheets, you will need to purchase an installation profile. It consists of two “shelves”, one of which is attached to the frame, and the other is connected to plastic panels. Both the starting and finishing sheets PVC. When choosing it, you should pay attention to the thickness of the plastic and whether the profile has any bends or defects.

Don’t forget to also buy a ceiling plinth - it not only serves decorative element future ceiling, but also closes the gap between the wall and the ceiling made of PVC panels. Typically, such skirting boards are called fillets, are made of plastic and are attached with glue.

As for the appearance of the purchased PVC panels, you must determine it yourself, based on the design project for finishing the room and your own taste. You will be presented with many options for panels of the most different colors and textures. Here we can recommend using a color compatibility table so that the appearance of the ceiling matches well with the color of the walls and furniture.

Required Tools

Now you need to make a list of tools that will be needed to attach PVC panels to the ceiling. You don't need anything complicated or very expensive; everything listed below can be found at any hardware store.

1. Hammer– necessary for installing the frame.
2. Screwdriver. If you wish, you can attach plastic panels to a profile or beam using a hammer drill, but it is very heavy, and it is very inconvenient to use it for such tasks. Therefore, the presence of a screwdriver will significantly facilitate the work and increase the speed of installation of PVC panels. And if you attach them not with self-tapping screws, but with the help of staples, then instead of a screwdriver take construction stapler.
3. To control the accuracy of marking and location of plastic panels you will need square, level and painting thread.
4. Pencil or marker for drawing lines and marking PVC panels in the order they are laid.
5. Roulette for measurements.
6. Electric jigsaw or Circular Saw – for cutting frame profiles and plastic panels.
7. Step ladder. Of course, you can always make do with a table or stool, but this is unsafe and inconvenient.
8. Rubber mallet, which can be useful for adjusting PVC panels to each other during installation.

In addition to tools, you need to purchase material for the frame. This can be either a metal profile (grade UD-27 for the main one and CD-60 for the guide) or a wooden beam. Also, do not forget to purchase fasteners (screws, staples or glue), hammer drills, screwdriver attachments, dowels and hangers for the profile.

Prices for PVC panels

PVC panels

Preparation

It is worth noting that even before visiting a hardware store, it is worth starting preparatory work. The first thing you need to do is create a plan. For this measure the length and width of the room and draw a diagram of the future frame.

Then calculate how many sheets and what sizes you will need to make a suspended ceiling.

Important At the planning stage, it will not be superfluous to mark the lines along which you will cut the profile of the frame and PVC panels. At the same time, you can make notes on them using a pencil and marker, indicating in what order they should be laid.

Remember that good and careful planning is the key to quality work and reliable insurance against various troubles and the need to do everything over again.

Second preparation point - deleting old ones finishing materials . If the ceiling was previously covered with a thick layer of plaster or paint, then all this must be removed, otherwise heavy pieces old decoration may damage the frame or the panels themselves.

Final stage preparatory work – marking the line of the future frame. To do this, use a tape measure to measure the height of all corners of the room. Find the one in which it is the smallest. You should measure 50 millimeters down from it and draw a strictly horizontal line (control it using paint thread and a level). The same line at exactly the same height should be drawn on the opposite wall. The suspended ceiling frame will be installed on them in the future.

Plaster prices

plaster

Frame installation

Along the lines drawn, holes are marked every 50-100 millimeters, drilled with a hammer drill. After this, dowels are inserted into them. Using holes drilled in the wall using self-tapping screws (for example, a 6x40 mm self-tapping screw), the main frame, made from the UD-27 profile, is attached with a lid to the wall. In this case, do not forget to use a level and ensure that the frame elements are positioned strictly horizontally.

Then, using hangers and the CD-60 profile, guide rails are created to which the PVC panels will be attached. The optimal distance between them is 500 millimeters. The metal profile CD-60 is installed with the cover facing the floor; the ends of the slats should be inserted into the profile of the main frame.

Advice! It is very difficult to correctly mount the frame and install PVC panels alone, so this work should be done together with a partner. It would also be useful to have the help of a person who will give and receive tools, cut and bring plastic panels.

Having finished installing the frame, check it several times for horizontalness and the absence of a difference in height - the future ceiling made of PVC panels should be perfectly flat, and this largely depends on how well the sheathing is installed.

An alternative metal profile maybe a frame made of wooden beam. This design will cost less, but is susceptible to moisture. The technology for its installation is in many ways similar to that for a metal profile.

1. We conduct two strictly horizontal lines on opposite walls.
2. We drill holes along them at intervals of 5-15 centimeters.
3. Insert dowels into the holes.
4. We fasten the beam of the main frame to the wall using self-tapping screws and the above-mentioned holes.
5. We mount guides made of wooden beams using hangers.
6. We attach the guides to the main frame using corners.
7. We check the entire structure using a level and tape measure.

It is worth noting that for a wooden frame, the most optimal fastener for plastic panels would not be self-tapping screws, which are screwed in with a screwdriver, but staples, which require a construction stapler. Also metal fastener can be replaced with “liquid nails” - construction glue, capable of firmly holding the plastic panel and frame together even under relatively heavy loads.

Prices for “liquid nails”

liquid Nails

Important! If there is an additional load such as large chandelier or the second level of suspended ceilings, the frame must be reinforced. To do this, it is necessary to install more guide rails, reducing the gap between them. This is mandatory not only for a wooden frame, but also for a metal profile structure.

Fastening PVC panels to the ceiling

To begin, mount the installation profile by attaching its large “shelf” to the guide rails using self-tapping screws. It can be installed both around the entire perimeter of the room and in the places where the starting and finishing PVC panels are attached.

Now you need to cut the PVC panels according to the previously developed plan and markings. Many experts advise making the length of the sheet slightly shorter than the width of the room, since polyvinyl chloride can expand even at low temperatures, which means that installation “back to back” can lead to future deformations of the suspended ceiling.

Advice! Also, you should not install PVC panels in a room with low temperatures, especially since under such conditions this material becomes brittle.

If you are planning to make built-in lighting for a suspended ceiling, it’s time to make cutouts for lamps in PVC sheets.

Once the material is completely prepared, you can begin attaching the first (or starting) panel. To do this, you and an assistant need to insert the launch panel into the installation profile from the side of the mounting shelf, and then secure it with self-tapping screws on the rails. At the same time, make sure that they do not go too deep into the PVC, otherwise there will be a risk that the screws will damage the sheet.

Next, carefully “join” the next panel using the mounting shelf with the starting one, and secure it with the fasteners. Thus, the PVC panels are fastened to each other one by one. They should be connected to each other with great care to prevent damage. Also, no gaps or cracks should be left; PVC panels must fit tightly to each other. If necessary, you can make an “adjustment” using gentle blows with a rubber mallet.

Before installing the last PVC panel, measure the remaining uncovered ceiling space with a tape measure.– often the plastic panel does not fit there completely, so it needs to be cut. At the same time, make sure that the cut is as smooth as possible, and there should be no gaps between the finishing PVC panel and the installation profile.

The final stage - glue landing ceiling skirting boards . After this, the suspended ceiling made of PVC panels can be considered complete. Then you can install lamps, decorate walls and remove construction waste.

Video - Making a ceiling from PVC panels

As you can see, attaching PVC panels to the ceiling is a fairly simple task that does not require much knowledge and experience in construction from you. Because for self-finishing rooms and, in particular, ceiling plastic panels are the best possible option.

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Ceiling repair is a fascinating and labor-intensive process, but sometimes it takes a lot of time and effort. It’s always a shame when a plastered ceiling begins to crumble and become covered with cracks over time. For changing this species finishing comes with polymer surfaces. Plastic panels are very popular today among both experienced builders and beginners.

The modern market is crowded various types finishing materials. Buyers especially appreciate the simplicity and efficiency of installation, as well as quality and reliability. All these requirements are met by finishing the ceiling with PVC panels, with which you can easily cover the ceiling surface in any room. With them you can forget about thorough preparation of the base and leveling. In this article, we will look at how to make it yourself from plastic panels, without having much experience in repair work.

Features of the material

Today, construction stores offer a huge selection of PVC panel models; they can differ in size, shape, manufacturing technique (matte, glossy, varnished) and decor (wood, stone). However, it is very important not to confuse them with wall ones. Ceiling panels lighter and softer than wall ones, weigh less and are more fragile. They are easy to install, but require careful handling, so a dent can be made by hand.

Plastic panels have a number of advantages:

What are PVC panels

Plastic sheets are lightweight, porous products made from polyvinyl chloride. They are smooth and flat; on the cut of the long end, internal locks are visible for fixation during assembly, like a laminate. The panels consist of two sheets connected to each other by plastic ribs.
How to lay out a ceiling made of plastic panels is shown in the video below.

Installation of PVC sheets is possible on a frame made of wood or metal, and for cladding it is necessary to use several types of profiles.

Types of profiles:

1. Starters. They are used most often to cover the ends of the sheets along the perimeter of the ceiling.
2. F-profiles. They also hide the outer ends of the panels.
3. H-profiles. This connecting view profiles to increase length.
4. Corners made of plastic (external and internal). Hides external and internal ends.
5. Plastic plinth for ceiling.
6. Corner made of plastic universal type. Suitable for all angles.

Minus suspended ceiling made of PVC is limited in the choice of shapes and the impossibility of assembly multi-level design. And also the presence of joints between plastic sheets is always noticeable. It's better not to buy cheap panels, as it will ruin general form ceiling, because lighting fixtures can shine through through low-quality sheets.

It is important to note that there are two technologies for installing plastic ceiling panels:

1. For glue.
2. On the profile sheathing.

Choosing the right one

What are the criteria for choosing PVC sheets:

The tools we will need are:

1. Drill (slow-speed) or hammer drill.
2. Screwdriver.
3. Roulette.
4. Sharp knife and metal scissors.
5. Hacksaw.
6. Miter box for cutting.
7. Hammer.
8. Water and bubble level.
9. Steel plumbs (for a frame made of plastic or metal).

Types of PVC sheets:

• Suture. The joints on such panels are immediately noticeable.
• Seamless. The junctions of the strips on the ceiling are practically invisible.
• Glossy. They reflect light well and can visually enlarge and expand the space.
• Matte texture. More a budget option, can imitate finishing with white paint.
• Plain.
• With drawings and other decor.

Finishing the ceiling with plastic panels is shown step by step in this video.

Let's start installation

All work on installing a suspended ceiling made of PVC panels can be divided into several stages:

1. Preparatory stage.
2. Installation of the frame (made of metal, plastic or wood).
3. Installation of the panels themselves.
4. Finishing the ceiling.

Preparation stage

The ceiling surface must be prepared for repair work. Although it will not be visible, the ceiling must be cleaned of dust, dirt, traces old paint, plasters, whitewash or putty. Then we prime the surface and wait for it to dry completely.

Now we begin marking for the future frame: on all the walls in the room we draw a line using a laser and water level, which determines the level of our future suspended ceiling. In this case, you can use twine that has been pre-colored with chalk. bright color. Lightly press the string against the wall so that the chalk remains on it. For wiring from lamps or fixtures, leave gaps from the frame to the ceiling up to 2 centimeters in size.

After we have finished outlining the perimeter, we begin marking the frame. The frame profiles should be positioned strictly perpendicular to the PVC sheets at a distance of 40-60 centimeters. How to properly make a ceiling from plastic panels is shown in this video.

Frame installation

Wood

Using dowels we mount it in the ceiling wooden slats, screwing in the screws every 60 centimeters. Wooden pads can be placed between the beams and the ceiling for leveling. The disadvantage of a frame made of this material can be considered the possibility of deformation when the wood gets wet and dries during operation.

Plastic

We make this frame from U-shaped plastic guides. We install suspensions in the ceiling in increments of up to 60 centimeters, and profile guides in increments of 50 centimeters. We attach the starting profile to the guides using self-tapping screws at a distance of 50 centimeters from each other.
The lower border of the frame should follow the line drawn at the marking stage. To join the profiles in the corners, use a miter box or carefully cut with a hacksaw. The disadvantage of this type of frame is its inability to withstand heavy loads.

Metal

This frame is considered the most reliable, since it cannot be deformed and serves as the basis for a perfectly flat plane. The galvanized metal frame has the most complex installation technology, but the same U-shaped profiles are used (every 60-80 centimeters). After lines are drawn on the surface to determine the level of the future ceiling, we make marks for installing plumb lines. How to cover a ceiling with plastic panels metal frame, shown in the video below.

Using a hammer drill, we make holes on the walls and ceiling for the placement of plastic dowels. Guides profile bearings We mount it to the wall, and the suspensions to the ceiling. We install transverse profiles into the supporting installations, and then level their horizontal position using a building level.

Once the frame is installed, don't forget about the wiring to ensure future operation of the lighting equipment.

Cladding with PVC panels

We mount plastic sheets across the installed profiles. The first sheet must be cut so that it is 5 mm shorter than the width of the room. Using a jigsaw, grinder or hacksaw, cut off the excess material. We sand the edges.

We push the finished first sheet into the starting U-shaped profile, making sure that the panel falls into place. Now we fix it using clips, self-tapping screws or screws to all support profiles on the frame.

The second and subsequent sheets are mounted in the same way, except for the last one. We cut the finishing panel along a length 1 mm less than the distance from the wall to the starting guide profile of the opposite wall. We push the strip all the way in the very corner of the ceiling towards the profile. We push the other end out a little from the first corner and also insert it until it stops.

Between two last sheets a small gap may form, which can be easily eliminated using masking tape. Apply tape across the finishing panel and move it in the direction of the second to last one.
The suspended ceiling made of plastic panels is ready. Now you can start finishing surfaces. Holes for lamps can be cut at any stage, as shown in the video.

Assembling a suspended ceiling from PVC sheets with your own hands is not at all difficult. The main thing is to take into account the characteristics of the material and strictly follow the instructions.