How to place false beams

We have seen in more than one occasion the great decorative potential of false beams in the interior design of all types of homes, from the more rustic styles that require that rural touch to the most contemporary that seeking to make a note of naturalness to the decoration.

These imitation wood beams are not too difficult to place, so attention is paid to this guide to Learn how to put them to work hands! and…

There are several methods of subject, so it yourself you should decant you by giving you more security: you can do with adjustable clamps, screws or bolts or with some specific adhesives.

Here we leave some of the points and key tips for placement:

1 Estimated the measures of your roof to decide how many beams are going to bring, what distance you will separate them and what length must be exactly (if they are longer will have to cut them with a mountain range).

2. Make a trademark you go to the central beam that will serve to distribute the rest in an orderly manner.

3. Each one of the beams should be subject by several points, starting from the central area and several points more along its surface. The more weighing the largest beams will choose a particularly resistant silicone and apply in generous amounts (taking care not to appear bubbles).

4 Put the fixation PuTTY or adhesive at the edges of the beam and place it on the brands you’ve done on the roof; pressing gently to accede to the ceiling.

5. A good way to ensure that the beam is completely fixed to the ceiling is prop her up until the glue to dry completely.

6 Marks the position of the rest of beams and repeats the process.

7. Once dry the glue ends slaughter covering boards with PuTTY and applying a bit of colour to disguise it.

If not you with desire or ability to carry out this process do not hesitate to hire a professional, then place them wrong could pose a risk for you and for the whole family.