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Those who decide to make major repairs in the corridor pay little attention to how to arrange the ceiling. They say that the theater begins with a hanger, and the house begins with the hallway. This is exactly the room that we see when entering the apartment. That's why its design must be perfect, and the design of the ceiling should not play a last role.
![Brown stretch ceiling in a spacious entrance hall](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/korichnevyj-potolok-prihozhej.jpg)
With the help of the ceiling coating, you can radically transform the appearance of the corridor or hallway
The design of the ceiling in the hallway and corridor (selection of photos)
Content
- The design of the ceiling in the hallway and corridor (selection of photos)
- Varieties of ceilings
- What color do the suspended ceiling in the hallway and corridor
- Trend design decisions in 2019 on the decoration of the ceiling in the hallway and corridor (selection of photos)
- Video: design options for suspended ceilings in the hallway
- Photo ideas for the ceiling in the hallway or corridor
To bring the ceiling in order, use painting, whitewashing, gluing polystyrene foam tiles. These options are fairly budget, but from the aesthetic side, this is not all right. Those who choose these methods do not suggest that the most beautiful ceiling design methods are inexpensive and affordable.
![Smooth white ceiling in the corridor of a city apartment](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/svetilniki-na-potolke.jpg)
Align with putty and paint with water-based paint - such a solution to the ceiling was the most popular in the old days
Everyone chooses what the ceiling will be, taking into account his desires and the layout of the hallway. When creating a design take into account the height, footage, functionality.
- A long hallway. This is the most common layout in apartments. Finishing the ceiling includes the following: visual increase in area, its shortening. In this case, the ceiling should be lighter than the walls, ideally - white. The volume will be given by materials with a glossy surface, and the transverse direction of the lines will help to expand the room. Also, drywall constructions and LED backlighting will help to give a different look to the long corridor.
Transversely arranged panels or strips will make the narrow corridor visually wider
- Square corridor. The most impeccable layout where you can apply all your imagination. This form allows you to apply all kinds of finishes and colors. For a more complex design, you can mount multi-level drywall constructions and apply complex lighting.
Two-level plasterboard ceiling in a square hallway
Varieties of ceilings
There are a large number of types of ceilings, each has its own pros and cons. Their diversity makes it possible to choose a more optimal design for the design of different styles.
![Red stretch ceiling in the corridor of the apartment](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/krasnyj-potolok.jpg)
Using the color and texture of the ceiling, you can visually change the overall perception of the hallway space, making the room wider or narrower, higher or lower
Suspension
A difficult construction. To make installation, it is necessary to assemble a metal base, where the finish is fixed. The frame can be either steel or wooden, but gypsum sheets are mainly used. Such ceilings are suitable for high rooms, since during installation they “absorb” about 20 cm of free space.
![The ceiling of their drywall in the corridor with a bend](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/gipsokartonyj-potolok.jpg)
Drywall system allows you to create a wide variety of forms in two or more levels
Mounted
A relatively expensive method of decorating rooms, but it has many advantages. Such a ceiling is made of a very strong and fireproof polymer web having a polyvinyl chloride or fabric base.Mount it as follows: first of all, the base of the rails is installed along the entire length of the room, then the polymer web is pulled with hot air. Such a ceiling, as a rule, has a glossy surface; the color palette is very different.
![Green surface of a stretch ceiling](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/natyazhnoj-potolok-1.jpg)
A significant advantage of the suspended ceiling is a quick and clean installation, in just a few hours
Of the advantages of this material can be distinguished aesthetics, does not require careful care. In this design, you can mount many varieties of fixtures, which will greatly expand the room.
Rack and pinion
Most suitable for hallways, rooms with high humidity or unheated. It is moisture resistant, tolerates temperature extremes, has a long service life. Most often, such a ceiling is found in private homes. For its manufacture, duralumin thin rails are used, they have different colors, can be matte or with a shiny surface. The most popular are copper-bronze, golden, glossy types.
![Slatted ceiling in a narrow hallway](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/reechnyj-potolok-prihozhej.jpg)
Rack systems are of two types - slotted and gapless, in the latter there is practically no visible seam between the racks, so such coatings look like a continuous web
Cassette modules
The ceiling of the cassettes is one of the types of suspended structures, consists of plates in the shape of a square. It has several advantages:
- it is mounted easily and quickly;
- It has an attractive appearance;
- light weight;
- serves for a long time;
- the design is strong enough;
- does not need constant care.
All these qualities make this coating versatile, which allows it to be widely used in construction.
![Cassette ceiling in the entrance hall of a small area](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/kassetnyj-potolok-prihozhej.jpg)
Cassette ceiling of various design plates placed in a jogging
Soaring
The most fashionable, one of the latest innovations in the design of the ceiling. The backlight is located around the perimeter of the room, so it feels like a glossy ceiling soars.
![Hallway interior with soaring ceiling](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/paryashchij-potolok-prihozhej.jpg)
LED strip lighting makes the interior lighter and weightier
Layered
It differs from the above in complicated geometry and number of tiers. Similar designs combine many types of materials.
![Spacious entrance hall with multi-level ceiling](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/mnogourovnevyj-potolok-prihozhej.jpg)
The multi-level ceiling looks original and is well suited for zoning the hallway
Mirror tile
This type of ceilings deserves special attention, visually expands the space, makes the corridor high, the room seems airy.
![Mirror tiles on the ceiling of the hallway in a city apartment](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/eherkalnyj-potolok-prihozhej.jpg)
Due to the reflectivity of the mirror tiles, the entrance hall with such a ceiling becomes more spacious
Styrofoam or Styrofoam Ceiling Tile
This material is made by foaming polystyrene. This method allows to obtain an aesthetic, simple material. It is easy to process, which is why the stores have a wide range of coatings - it is most suitable for the ceiling.
![Foam tile on the ceiling of the hallway in a private house](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/krasivyj-potolok-prihozhej.jpg)
Ceiling tiles can be harmoniously fit into any interior style, since a wide range of products allows you to choose the right design
Other varieties
Among other options, a two-level ceiling can be designated, this design has a step. This allows you to hide wiring, ventilation holes and other communications. A significant advantage of this design is the probability of zoning the room.
![Spotlights on the corridor ceiling](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dvuhurovnevyj-potolok-prihozhej.jpg)
In a step of a two-level ceiling often built-in lamps
Demand for plastic panels is not so great, it is mainly used in bathrooms and for office design. But if you think through the color scheme well and use it as a ceiling covering, you will get the original interior of the hallway.
![Plastic ceiling in the hall of Khrushchev](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/pvh-potolok-prihozhej.jpg)
PVC panels are affordable and easy to install, which is easy to do yourself
Now it is rarely possible to find such an option as a sticker on the ceiling in the hallway. However, this material is environmentally friendly and affordable.If you decide to use this method, in stores you can find fairly dense and textured wallpapers, as well as fabric ones.
![Wallpaper on the ceiling of a narrow hallway](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/oboi-v-prihozhej.jpg)
Wallpaper can be used to highlight the internal level of the ceiling from drywall
Plasterboard constructions are widely used. This makes it possible to create a ceiling of any complexity, transforming the space. To mount it, you do not need to level the surface, you can hide all communications behind it.
![Recessed luminaire on the flat surface of the hallway ceiling](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/rovnyj-potolok-v-prihozhej.jpg)
Plasterboard ceiling allows you to hide the defects of the supporting structure outside and hide the wiring
What color do the suspended ceiling in the hallway and corridor
Before starting repairs, carefully consider the color scheme. When choosing the color of the ceiling, consider the color of the furniture, as well as the flooring and walls. Consider the most commonly used colors for suspended ceilings:
- The black. If the room is small, then a ceiling of this color will not make it larger and more voluminous. But this color is in harmony with any design, giving the room sophistication and originality. To avoid the feeling of gloom, it is worth adding milky or other spectral shades. Such a ceiling requires regular cleaning.
Art Deco Entrance Hallway with Black Stretch Ceiling
- White. This is a classic option, combined with all colors. It brings a sense of cleanliness, spaciousness, and novelty to the interior. If the decoration has dark tones, then with the white ceiling the room will become more expressive, colorful.
White - the color is universal, absolutely suitable for any style
- Other colors. Chestnut, as well as light, sandy, beige tones, visually expands the corridor, makes it cozy, causes a state of peace and warmth. It is better to work more carefully with the color tint, here it is necessary to take into account the whole situation, so that everything is harmonious. For example, azure not only visually expands the room, but also has a positive effect on well-being. It causes a feeling of freshness, tranquility and comfort. Also suitable for decoration and emerald color, which has the same properties as blue. It harmonizes with light, yellowish, silver tones.
The lilac stretch fabric will create an original, slightly mysterious atmosphere in the hallway
Trend design decisions in 2019 on the decoration of the ceiling in the hallway and corridor (selection of photos)
You should first think about what your ceiling will be, so that the entire interior looks uniform. Here are some popular stylist ideas.
- Curly ceilings will allow you to express your imagination and realize design ideas. For decoration, drywall or foam is used. The most original are curly stretch ceilings stretched onto the frame.
- Matte ceiling is suitable for any interior. These planes are best used in multi-level installations. Lamps are better than spotlights.
- Shiny PVC canvases help visually enlarge a small hallway.
- With beams. This design can often be seen today in apartments. Used in the styles of Provence, country, rustic, loft. Beams are either whitened to match the ceiling, or they are made like wood, or they are metal supporting structures.
![Wooden beams on the ceiling of the corridor](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/potolok-s-balkami.jpg)
Decorative beams will add coziness and home atmosphere to the interior of the hallway
For the original design of the ceiling, you need to correctly choose not only the materials for decoration, but also the shape, color scheme, lighting. By lighting, you can highlight both the entire ceiling, and any elements.
![Figured ceiling in the hallway of a modern house](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/figurnyj-potolok.jpg)
To make the interior of the hallway truly original help curly ceilings, consisting of geometric shapes of various shapes.
Multilevel ceilings can be of various shapes, but, of course, they are not suitable for a small hallway. Here it is better to highlight the desired direction using the backlight, to make a concise panel. If the ceilings are high, designers recommend the installation of built-in luminous panels. You get the effect of windows through which light penetrates.
![Stained glass window in the interior of a classic hallway](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/vitrazhnyj-potolok.jpg)
You can transform the surface of the ceiling into a beautiful element of decor using stained-glass windows
Using thermal printing on a stretch ceiling, you can depict a mosaic panel, a picture, an abstract pattern or graphics - everyone chooses to his liking.
![Photo printing of autumn forest on the ceiling of the corridor](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/fotopechat-na-potolke.jpg)
The ceiling with photo printing allows you to create an original design of the room
LED threads located behind a stretch ceiling will create the effect of a starry sky. The constellations are very colorful, and their flickering is carried out remotely, for this they use the control panel.
![Starry sky stretch ceiling](https://designpro.bigbadmole.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/zvezdnoe-nebo.jpg)
Starry sky on the ceiling of a modern hallway
When creating the design of the ceiling in the hallway, consider the following: do not overload the ceiling with large structures, many elements, so that there is no feeling of pressure. It should be comfortable, light, so that the updated design will please you for a long time.
Video: design options for suspended ceilings in the hallway