The ancestors of foam plastic decorations were architectural ensembles in Ancient Greece and Rome. At that time, heavier and bulkier substances were used as materials for stucco; they gave the structure a majestic and noble appearance. Only a wealthy person could decorate his home in this way. Nowadays, foam jewelry is not inferior in beauty and grandeur to its distant predecessors. They became available to anyone.
Foam decor in a classic style
Foam plastic facade decor
Painted foam decor
Architectural elements made of foam plastic: assessing the possibilities
Before you renovate the interior of a bedroom, corridor or hall, as well as the external facade of the house, you should decide exactly how you see its changes. Architectural elements made of foam can be present in a wide variety of unexpected designs. It is advisable to make a semantic load on this subject or organically introduce it into the planned project. It all depends only on you and your desire.
Foam decor in the shape of a pumpkin
Foam fireplace portal
3d foam decor
The functional side of working with foam products is no less important than the decorative one. Experienced builders love polystyrene foam for its ease of use, light weight and ease of use. It is very easy to saw at any angle, paint, and varnish. The cost of the material is just a penny, and this is a significant plus.
Foam decor in the living room
Foam columns for interior
Foam wall decor
Toys
Before you start working with polystyrene foam, you need to take into account the features of this material: it crumbles easily and is difficult to cut. To do this, you can use nichrome thread, a stationery knife or an electric jigsaw.
Finished and fully processed foam crafts should be painted with water-based paint. Check out the best foam craft ideas.
Decorative columns as an available attribute
The first thing we will look at are decorative columns. This is one of the basic figures made of foam plastic, which is used both outside and inside the house. The column consists of three parts: the trunk (can be either a cylinder or a polyhedron), the lower part is the base and the upper part, supporting the vault, is the capital. It is columns that are used in “aristocratic” styles, when there is a specific goal - to emphasize the wealth and status of the owner.
Foam ceiling decor
Decorative rosette made of foam
Foam molding with gilding
Bulky and wide products attract attention and become the central figure of the interior (exterior); small narrow columns can elegantly frame a fireplace or sitting area.
Such identical and at the same time different columns
Foam Wall Panels
Foam border
Pilasters are in fashion now
This type of jewelry is similar to a column, but differs from it in its smaller size. Pilasters are attached to walls, doorways, fireplaces, niches and other elements. The room visually becomes higher, and the interior becomes more sophisticated. With their help, you can frame a certain area in the room, draw attention to an object, or visually narrow a wide wall.
Give your home a sleek look!
Foam decor
Foam facade decor
Pediments: a hint of status
Expanded polystyrene decorations on the pediment are mainly represented by decorative elements in the form of waves, bends and curls. They are an addition, a crown to the exterior of the house, decorated with columns, pilasters and other pompous elements. The monogram, located in the center of the composition, speaks of belonging to a famous or ancient rich family.
Even if you do not come from a noble family, who is stopping you from showing everyone that this is not so? Simply hang a framed monogram with your initials on the gable
Foam tiles
Foam garland
Arches – eternal youth of decor
The functionality of the arch lies in the fact that it saves space when the dimensions of the apartment do not allow the installation of doors. Through it, light penetrates the room, visually expanding the boundaries. Installation does not require special skills; the cost of foam materials is lower than doorways. Expanded polystyrene structures will hide the shortcomings that remained when the doorway was cut out. All this makes foam arches an excellent solution both from a practical and aesthetic point of view. There are several types of models:
- active (complex shape) and passive (simple);
- classic (with a regular semicircle), ellipsoidal (flattened), portal (square shape);
- oriental, trapezoidal, mixed;
Each of them suits a specific interior style, as well as your taste.
New Year's decor made of polystyrene foam
Foam decor in Roman style
Foam decor in the form of a tree
Important! If the doorway is narrow, then it is better to refuse to install an arch, since it will only emphasize the small dimensions: the entrance will seem even smaller than it actually is. The solution is to expand the parameters of the opening, increasing them on top and on the sides.
The use of such designs is also possible outside the home (for example, as a wedding attribute). The arched entrance to the gazebo will look great.
Many brides are delighted with such a romantic arch
Backlit foam tiles
Architectural decor made of foam plastic
Stylish decor for the ceiling made of foam plastic
When undertaking a renovation, you need to be especially careful when selecting finishing materials. Tiles made of polystyrene foam are considered a fairly high-quality and economical option. Using this material you can create simply unique decor in your home.
To decorate the ceiling space, you can use various elements, in particular the following:
- Decorative stained glass;
- Stucco;
- Patterns;
- Gypsum;
- Mosaic.
Additionally, you can decorate the ceiling surface with exquisite patterns and beautiful stucco moldings.
When finishing the ceiling with foam panels, you can make both standard and two-level ceilings. The simplest decor is painting the foam ceiling. Complex decor is made using gypsum, complex decorative structures, and tension systems. Additionally, for decoration, you can use caissons of various shapes, as well as recesses in the ceiling. However, it is worth considering the height of the ceilings, because such finishing options can slightly reduce the height of the ceiling.
When finishing the ceiling, you can apply a beautiful pattern to the foam panels. If the room is small, then you can draw clouds that will not only look stylish, but will also help to visually expand the available space of the room.
If the ceilings are two-level, then an LED strip is installed, which will give the room a unique, sophisticated look and will act as additional lighting.
Keystones are not a whim, but a necessity
Foam capstones on building facades look very impressive. They are installed above window openings and arches, focusing attention on these architectural elements. This decoration is optional, but adds completeness to the design. It is important to consider that all foam plastic products do not change their appearance when installed outside the home, they are durable and environmentally friendly.
Restrained. Elegantly. Status.
Foam decor on the ceiling
Carved decor on the ceiling made of foam plastic
Types of slabs
It is commonly believed that foam ceilings come in only one type. In fact, tiles differ significantly in quality, price and some other parameters. This is why it is so important to know what each type of foam ceiling tile is.
- Stamped foam boards. During their production, construction polystyrene foam is stamped on a press. These foam ceiling tiles are inexpensive, especially compared to other materials. Even a beginner can figure out how to stick it on the ceiling; it is possible to paint it with water-dispersion paint. We have listed the main advantages, but the stamped foam board also has disadvantages. Each foam ceiling tile has an edge around the perimeter, so the joints will still be visible, no matter how carefully the gluing is done. This material is also quite fragile and cannot withstand strong mechanical stress.
- Injection foam ceiling panels. Their thickness is greater than that of stamped ones. Products are not simply compressed under a press, but baked in a mold. Due to its decent thickness, a beautiful, relief pattern can be applied to foam ceiling tiles. The edging is almost invisible, so the ceiling tiles look more solid. Another reason to glue foam to the ceiling is its safety during a fire. If a fire occurs in the apartment, the foam ceiling panels self-extinguish.
- Extruded foam panels for the ceiling. This option is considered to be the most durable. Made from polystyrene by extrusion, it acquires a grayish-white tint. Do-it-yourself extruded foam ceiling is expensive, but the quality corresponds to the stated price. If you choose between three types, injection foam ceiling tiles will be the best option. Do you want the ceiling tiles in your kitchen or bathroom to be beautiful and durable? Choose the injection type.
Corner elements as part of the decor
On the outside of the building, the corner elements are represented by horizontal wide stripes that start from one end of the building and go to the other. There is an imitation of a protruding stone. It looks very impressive in tandem with columns and monograms. Finishing work goes very quickly. In the interior, corner elements are used as a transition between moldings or ceiling plinths. This is not just a “corner”, it is a spectacular decoration that organically fits into the line.
Foam decor in the kitchen
Foam decor on the coffered ceiling
Foam decor in the interior of the house
Recently, the use of vertical moldings, combined into a square or rectangle, which focuses attention on a particular wall, has become popular. Inside such a square you can hang a painting, a collage of photographs or a three-dimensional panel. In this case, the corner elements made of foam plastic may not have a “corner” shape at all.
Corner elements catch the eye. Make your home stand out from many!
Foam decor on frame
Foam moldings
Balustrades - timeless classics
Using a foam balustrade, you can make an edging for a terrace, balcony, staircase (both inside and outside the building), and decorate a window by placing them under it. This is a universal element, and it is polystyrene foam that becomes the leading material for its execution.
A wonderful series of balustrades. Who would have thought that this is a solid element?
Foam decor in the toilet
Foam ceiling tiles
Modern foam ceiling
With the help of foam plastic boards, you can competently mask all existing defects in the ceiling surface and make it perfectly even and smooth. The slabs can be attached to absolutely any pre-prepared ceiling surface using special glue, so that if necessary they can be peeled off very easily. Foam boards are presented in the form of squares, so they are very easy to install.
For the kitchen, it is best to choose tiles with a laminated top layer, because they are more resistant to high humidity and can be easily washed if necessary.
A foam ceiling is an excellent way to quickly and inexpensively hide the main irregularities and defects of the ceiling surface
Foam squares on the ceiling look just great, and they are also made from high-quality environmentally friendly materials, so you can use them in absolutely any room.
Tiles are made in several different ways, namely:
- Extrusion;
- Punching;
- Injection.
If foam panels are made by extrusion, then pre-melted foam is used, from which special tiles are formed by molding. They are very durable and resistant to mechanical stress. To make panels of different colors, a variety of dyes are added during manufacturing. This manufacturing method requires special precision, so the end result is slabs with a very beautiful and smooth surface.
Ceiling made of foam squares
The most affordable are foam plastic boards made by stamping. Expanded polystyrene tiles are highly grained and white in color. If necessary, they can be very easily painted in the desired color. Such modern tiles can be additionally laminated and coated with various decorative substances, giving them a luxurious, unique look.
A foam board ceiling can be made more creative by simply painting it with beautiful paint.
If foam tiles are made by injection, the result is a very beautiful white finishing material, which is then painted. Tiles have simply excellent design and are considered a seamless finishing material.
Rosettes are on the crest of popularity again
Ceiling rosettes for chandeliers are gaining popularity again. They are installed due to the sophisticated look they give to the interior, highlighting the lamp favorably. The traditional shape is a circle, but you can find something more original.
Foam plastic decor in the interior of the apartment
Stone-like foam decor
Volumetric foam decor
Thanks to its low weight and unpretentiousness in choosing glue, installation is very simple. It is worth considering in advance that the rosette can be painted in any color at your discretion.
An unimaginably wide variety of forms. One appointment.
Imitation foam brick
Foam ceiling tiles
Foam panels on the ceiling: how to install it yourself
You can very easily make a ceiling in a room with your own hands, you just need to prepare the required materials and tools and put in a little effort.
Polystyrene foam is a very inexpensive, but high-quality material that can be laid on absolutely any ceilings, in particular:
- Plasterboard;
- Wooden;
- Concrete.
Polystyrene foam is a fairly versatile material that is suitable for both wooden and plasterboard ceilings
Finishing the ceiling with foam boards is carried out step by step. Before laying the tiles, it is necessary to first prepare the ceiling surface. It is imperative to free the ceiling from whitewashing, leveling and priming any existing defects. If there is fungus on the ceiling, then it must be thoroughly cleaned and then an antiseptic must be applied to it. You need to attach foam boards to the ceiling using special glue. Before gluing, you need to keep the tiles in a dry room for 3 days. You need to mark the ceiling from the center to the edges.
Initially, you need to cut the ceiling tiles into squares or rectangles of the required size, and then use special adhesives to fix them to the ceiling surface. Before performing finishing work, you need to disconnect the electrical wiring. After the surface of the ceiling is completely covered with slabs, you need to eliminate the gaps formed between the ceiling and the walls, using shaped molding for this. Such polystyrene foam moldings will add special style and sophistication to your interior design. Additionally, you need to use special corners, inserts for the chandelier, as well as devices for finishing the outlet. Everything should be in the same style.
Important! In order for foam ceiling tiles to last for a long time, you need to cover them with a water-based coating on top.
Decoration of the facade and installation of stucco molding from foam polystyrene: everything is simpler than it seems
The facade is the calling card of your home; it is the “clothing” by which it is greeted. That's why it's important to decorate it as beautifully and elegantly as possible. Facade cladding materials must not only be excellent, but also durable, as they will be exposed to rain, wind, sun, low and high temperatures. By purchasing products made from foamed polystyrene, you ensure easy transportation and installation, as well as a wide variety of decorative elements, and the ability to implement interesting ideas. At your disposal are keystones, columns, arches, monograms, moldings and other foam wall decor. By positioning the stucco correctly, maneuvering between the variety of species and the number of elements, you can create a unique architectural masterpiece.
New Year's polystyrene foam decor
Styrofoam decor
Foam star decor
Installation is quite simple and quick. It involves “attaching” to glue, which can be combined with fastening to anchor nails for durability. The glue is applied only to the surface of the part. This should be done with a spatula, evenly distributing the substance. You need to glue the part evenly right away, and then wait a little. The next one should be placed at a distance of 2 mm from the previous one.
Foam decor on the chest of drawers
Foam tiles
Before tiling the ceiling, you need to decide on the choice of material. The following types of material are available for finishing the ceiling surface:
- pressed foam panels made by stamping. The material has a porous structure, which becomes clogged with dirt during use. It is recommended that after installing the panels, paint them with acrylic paint. The material is inexpensive, brittle and wrinkled, and inconvenient to work with. When choosing this type of coating, you should take the material with a reserve of about 10%. The thickness of a single panel ranges from 6 to 12 mm;
- extruded. The panels are small in thickness, only 2-3 mm, but quite dense and expensive. Profiles imitating wood or natural stone are produced. Foamed polystyrene material is easy to care for, but cannot be painted. The paint literally rolls off the smooth surface;
- injection. The difference from other types of tiles is the clearly visible pattern that is obtained during production. The materials can be painted and are not difficult to install. The cost is average.
The easiest way to glue the ceiling is with extruded tiles. This type of coating is easier to maintain.
The usual shape of the panels is square. But, non-standard, rectangular panels are produced. You can cover the ceiling with seamless tiles, the edges of which can be wavy or smooth.
Foam ceiling tiles are considered the most popular material for gluing ceilings. But there are other types of tiles made from the following materials:
- acrylic. Such profiles visually increase the height and area of the room;
- tree. Environmentally friendly profiles;
- ceramics. This type is used in rooms with high humidity;
- metal. Effective, durable and non-flammable material, but very expensive.
When choosing profiles for the ceiling, pay attention to how the material combines with the interior and furnishings
Features of interior decoration with foam decor in our time
Expanded polystyrene products are used for interior decoration of rooms. With the help of polyurethane foam parts, you can emphasize the sophistication of the interior space and add an unusual accent to it (for example, in the form of rosettes or curly elements). Foam cornices in tandem with lighting will provide volume to the ceiling, and pilasters near the fireplace will add grandeur. Important! There are so many options for decorating a room that you can lose your head. Remember that everything is good in moderation. Excessive curls and pomposity can be a sign of bad taste.
Foam decor on panels
Interior styling with foam decor: the variety is endless
Try to achieve the most unexpected effects in various styles using stucco finishing.
Foam decor in a Scandinavian interior
Classic and neoclassical: something that will never go out of style
A feature of these areas is the traditional, calm and solemn design of the premises. They are characterized by the use of columns, pilasters, arches, various moldings, panels, top and border plinths. With the help of sockets the lamp is framed on the ceiling or walls.
Foam decor in the bathroom
Antique style: enjoy the motifs of the ancient world
Often used in the hall or living room. This is sophistication. High ceilings are decorated with ornaments and decorative panels. Window vaults are decorated with cornices and monograms. The main accent on which all attention is focused are the columns and sculptures. In order to visually increase the scale of the structure, these elements are placed under the base of the arch. Visually it seems as if Apollo came down from heaven and holds the vault on his shoulders.
Foam ceiling plinth
Rococo and Baroque as a tribute to the Renaissance
These styles came to us from the distant 17th-18th centuries and brought to the interior a feeling of pomp, majesty, and inexhaustible wealth. At that time, stucco molding was made mainly from gypsum; such decorations were expensive and bulky. This motif has carried over into modern decor.
Stucco foam decor
An abundance of moldings on walls and ceilings, borders, various columns, balustrades, rosettes and many other details, skillfully combined in one room - this is what is necessary when decorating the Rococo and Baroque styles.
Foam decor on a false fireplace
Modern: letting in everything new
Geometric lines are a thing of the past; all features in an Art Nouveau style interior tend to be smooth, which is why design with arches is common. Ceiling vaults are decorated with decorative tiles imitating beams, caissons, and domes. Despite the fact that this style tries to be unlike anything else, the volumetric decoration of the ceiling and decoration with other foam products remain unchanged.
Brick-like foam decor
Eclectic: make your own style
To get eclecticism, mix similar styles (2 or more). A very important point is the correct application of color. The result is an original decoration of the room. In such a situation, any foam part can be used. Foam stucco on the ceiling has already become traditional. Framing doors and windows with the same or similar rims will create an interesting tandem. Kitchen decoration in this style is gaining popularity.
Foam panel
What does tile installation look like?
How are foam ceilings constructed with your own hands, and where does the repair process begin? Of course, from studying the old ceiling surface. It is necessary to understand exactly what state it is in. Despite the fact that foam ceiling tiles can hide small defects, it is advisable to repair deep sagging and depressions (0.5 cm) in advance.
The material will be glued to a flat and clean surface as follows:
- Mark with diagonals from one corner to another.
- Where to start and how to glue foam to the ceiling? We begin installing the ceiling made of foam plastic slabs from the central part. You can purchase special adhesive for ceiling tiles at any hardware store. Consultants will tell you what is the best way to glue the foam.
- Once the adhesive has been applied according to the instructions, the foam ceiling panels are pressed onto the surface with light force to ensure maximum adhesion.
- We continue updating the surface in the same spirit, gluing one element after another. Try to avoid gaps.
- You can complement the process by gluing the ceiling plinth. It will give the renovation a perfect, finished look. If you buy seamless, high-quality tiles and carry out repairs in accordance with all the rules, the shelves above your head will resemble a suspended or even embossed ceiling.
