Despite the fact that stucco decoration dates back several thousand years, no one can call it obsolete. Modern stucco It looks organic even in high-tech style, not to mention classic or baroque. A selection of photographs of popular uses of this decorative element we present to your attention.
Mortise ceiling roses, which visually form one whole with the base, are expensive, but look very impressive. As a rule, they are additionally decorated with paint or gilding, resulting in a real masterpiece.
A simpler version of the socket, but no less popular, is overhead elements. They easily stick to the ceiling, especially if polyurethane rather than gypsum products are used. The choice of forms of such stucco molding is very wide.
Exquisite gilded stucco molding is an indispensable attribute of luxurious Baroque and Rococo. Classic interiors With such decoration they also acquire a special luster. Products with gilding make the design expensive and prestigious.
Stucco molding without unnecessary decor and with maximum simple forms– a harmonious complement to modern styles. However, no one forbids using it in classics. This finish makes appearance premises are more strict.
A fully stucco ceiling is an expensive but very attractive solution. Although the use of polyurethane decor will make such finishing cheaper. For those who want to create a ceiling that will last forever, it is better to use gypsum products.
Many people associate the word “bas-relief” with something historical and strict. In fact, this element is a three-dimensional molding on the wall, which can have any style and shape. Flower or waves - smooth lines are in fashion now.
The fireplace portal can also be a stucco decoration. If you want to make a real hearth with a live flame, use plaster products. If you are planning to install a fake fireplace, decor made from flammable polyurethane will also work.
The most simple view stucco moldings can be called moldings. Carved or completely smooth planks are fixed to the wall, helping in zoning the space and giving order to the interior. They will be appropriate in any style.
Molded archways are a popular design element that can make transitions between rooms more aesthetically pleasing. Most often, polyurethane arches are used in modern interiors - they are cheaper and lighter than plaster ones.
Not only walls, ceilings and fireplaces, but also furniture are decorated with stucco decoration. Moreover, with the help of stucco it is quite possible to restore it as modern. kitchen set, and a Victorian chest of drawers.
Stucco is considered an antique architectural tradition that gained popularity back in Ancient Greece. Despite the variety of existing styles for interior design, the desire to equip their own home with similar decor has not disappeared among its modern residents.
Let's talk about how to decorate a wall surface with stucco with your own hands, using inexpensive materials.
What is stucco made from?
Once upon a time, the drawing on the wall surface was created manually. A specially prepared solution was applied by specialists to the plaster and converted into original patterns, hence the name - stucco. When molding was invented in production, stucco became accessible method wall decor.
Metal forms allow you to create a variety of ornamental elements without additional finishing. Without loss of high quality, all forms can withstand at least 2000 excellent pours.
In the process of creating stucco, a positive result depends on the quality of the materials used, which include:
Gypsum
Ecological, maximum resistant to temperature changes. During hardening, the gypsum mass becomes larger and even has the ability to penetrate small cracks. The plasticity of this material facilitates the workflow associated with plaster decoration.
Gypsum is not difficult to process, precisely for this reason finished products It is not difficult to give the required size. When working with stucco from this material, you can mask surface defects, as well as various damages elements that often appear during transportation.
When creating gypsum stucco molding in a workshop at home, it is important to shake the mold that is filled with mass to eliminate air bubbles.
Gypsum cladding also has its disadvantages: considerable weight, which negatively affects the durability of the finish. Also, gypsum does not repel moisture, but attracts it, which leads to the formation of fungus on the surface.
From similar lack You can get rid of it if you apply a special protective agent to the stucco molding.
Polystyrene
This type of stucco in the interior has an acceptable cost, but cannot boast of exclusivity. The decoration is very fragile and requires careful handling, which is why it is mainly used for finishing the ceiling surface and the upper part of the wall.
Polystyrene production is carried out automatically. High Quality elements are obtained by extrusion from a pre-melted composition.
Their texture does not have the distinctly contoured granules found in polystyrene foam, which is produced by foaming. Because of this grain, the stucco molding loses the clarity of the ornament.
Certain forms produce extruded foam, which has a high degree of density, the durability of which is comparable to polyurethane and solid wood.
Polyurethane
It is obtained by combining the necessary components to produce a gas formation reaction, resulting in the creation of foamed plastic. This material has a high degree of resistance to temperature changes.
Polyurethane stucco molding is durable, lightweight, easy to paint, moisture-resistant, has a huge range of products, and does not absorb specific aromas.
The texture and density are similar to natural solid wood, but unlike it, it does not change shape and does not crack even after long period time.
Varieties of stucco elements
From the materials discussed above, a wide variety of products are created, as in the photo of stucco moldings on wall surfaces in the presented catalogue.
Festoons and medallions
Festoons or garlands imitate original plant decor and are placed in the upper part of the wall surface. Medallions are panels with a pattern of colors.
Niches. They are installed on wall surfaces; frames for niches can be purchased separately. Often the bottom of overhead niches is created from matte snow-white organic glass, which makes it possible to organize high-quality lighting.
For these purposes, under glass surface set dim lighting fixture, which, effectively illuminating the details arranged in a niche, emphasizes their incredible attractiveness, giving exclusivity to the palette.
Pilasters and columns
Includes several parts. The trunks are decorated with grooves to give elegance to the elements. Stucco columns are created in various styles. As a rule, columns made of polyurethane are intended exclusively for good design walls, do not bear any load.
However, if necessary, hollow elements can be equipped as load-bearing elements. For these purposes, a metal stand is placed in the cavity of such a column, which will bear the load.
In such cases, columns made of gypsum must be reinforced. Columns made of stucco often hide various risers located along the walls in the apartment in a visible place.
Brackets, pedestals
As for the first elements, they are reliable supports for shelves with books and window sills. Can be installed at the junctions of wall and ceiling surfaces in the form of corner parts.
Pedestals are considered supports for decorative accessories. Such stucco can withstand a load of no more than 50 kilograms. Ordinary details placed on a pedestal look exclusive and meaningful.
Both pedestals and brackets add a certain zest and solemnity to the style of the room, ennoble the architecture, and also successfully divide the area into functional space.
When installing such parts, it is important not to forget about their proportionality in relation to the size of the room. Massive stucco molding on the wall surface will visually narrow the room, and on the contrary, small stucco molding can easily get lost in a large space.
Domes
Used as ceiling decoration in the Empire style. You can create a painting on the dome by hanging a chandelier inside, which will be a rather original solution.
Remember, well-chosen decor will transform any room. And if you decorate an ordinary wall surface with stucco, you can get cozy, extravagant apartments, where many emotions reign - from severity to solemn pomp.
Photo of stucco on the walls
Gypsum stucco was widely used back in the days ancient Greece. Gypsum products were used in the decoration of interiors, facades, as well as bas-reliefs, sculptures and more. For many centuries, gypsum stucco was extremely popular, but in the 20th century it was replaced by similar elements made of cheaper and lighter materials such as polystyrene foam and polyurethane. But still, many connoisseurs of genuine, classic beauty even today prefer this material. Let's take a look at the photos of stunningly luxurious modern interiors with plaster stucco and give it its due!
How does gypsum stucco differ from other materials?
The main disadvantages of gypsum stucco compared to modern analogues are considered to be low water resistance and the fact that the material turns yellow over time. Therefore, stucco decoration, which is destined to frequently come into contact with water and direct sun rays(particularly on building facades), today it is almost always made from or.
Another disadvantage of gypsum stucco is the relatively large weight of the elements when they are large, as well as their fragility, which is especially characteristic of small products. This results in the installation plaster decor takes a little more time and effort than installing products made from other materials. So, when making large decor from plaster, they insert metal hinges, for which this decor will be attached to the wall or ceiling, or they are secured with dowel nails. Then, like stucco molding made of polystyrene foam and polyurethane, it’s quite easy to glue it on.
Surprisingly, it is precisely the “disadvantages” of gypsum that many people consider as its advantages. The yellowed surface, chips and cracks are evidence of the antiquity and authenticity of the stucco. The large weight of the material gives the products a powerful, expressive look and the depth of each line. That’s why you just want to touch the plaster decor with your hand. For you to have such a desire, just look at following photos interiors.
Plaster stucco in photos of modern interiors
IN modern design In interiors, gypsum stucco is usually found as decorative finishing ceiling. The following 9 photos show us that finishing the ceiling with gypsum stucco can look gorgeous not only in classic style design, but also in combination with modern and even minimalist furniture.
Plaster columns and wall decoration in the interior (10 photos)
Moldings, cornices, bas-reliefs, columns and other elements of gypsum stucco on the walls of the interior are practically obligatory to adhere to, if not classic design, then at least very elegant modern style. The last 10 photos in this article show us how gypsum stucco brings the effect of luxury to the design of private houses and apartments. 
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How to make stucco molding from plaster with your own hands
Working with plaster is not very difficult when it comes to the simplest details. Almost any solid or hollow object can be made into a mold into which plaster can be poured. General procedure actions:
- Wipe the mold with soapy water.
- Pour in the 1st layer of plaster. Note that all layers of gypsum are poured sequentially, and each layer should not exceed 1 cm.
- The next layer is poured only after the previous one has completely hardened. During pouring, try to avoid air entry and bubble formation. Shake the mold lightly to ensure it is completely filled with plaster mortar. You should not speed up the drying process using improvised means. If you dry the mold at temperatures above +16 degrees Celsius, the product will be fragile.
- After a while, we carefully remove the decorative element from the mold and process it depending on our goals. Gypsum stucco molding is sanded with sandpaper and must be coated with a primer before painting - this will prevent the paint from being quickly absorbed and will also simplify the process of painting the surface.
When preparing molded products from gypsum with your own hands, among other things, you need to take into account the fluidity time of the solution. It takes approximately 2-3 minutes. During this time, the gypsum remains pliable for work, and after it becomes viscous. The final drying time for the gypsum solution is approximately 40-50 minutes. The product can then be removed from the mold. Please note that the drying time of the solution can be slowed down by adding glue. Concentrated 25 percent glue solution will give strength to the gypsum stucco element.
How is gypsum stucco molding used in modern interior(20 photos) updated: July 26, 2016 by: Denis Avilov
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As an element of wall and ceiling decor stucco has been used in interiors for a long time. Ceiling and wall decor, frames for fireplaces, arches, bay windows, stucco frames, consoles, panels, shelves are widely used in classic and modern interiors. You can see the options for using stucco in the interior in the photo in this article.
Types of stucco
Until recently, only gypsum was used to make stucco. However, gypsum stucco in the interior is a rather fragile material. In addition, it is hygroscopic. It is this property that does not allow the use of gypsum in the interior of the bathroom.
Polyurethane does not have the disadvantages of this material. Polyurethane is elastic, thanks to which you can get decor with the smallest patterns and complex patterns. Polyurethane stucco on the walls is lightweight, making it volumetric panel Even a plasterboard wall can withstand it.
Polyurethane stucco molding in the interior should be noticeable and large; it is quite capable of becoming a dominant accent. However, it is not only aesthetic, but also functional. It allows you to hide the wiring behind you and engineering Communication. Ceiling cornice you can hide curtain rods. Beautiful decorative effect will give the room molding. A large rosette with a complex ornament will highlight and present a chic chandelier on display.
It is common practice to decorate the living room interior with stucco. Here it can be made large, contrasting, and decorated like marble. In a classic-style living room, the stucco elements in the interior walls can be painted gold, patinated or using the craquelure technique (creating an antique effect). The stucco molding can be painted in any color. Curly molding can be used to decorate walls, arches and doors for greater grace; columns can be used. Another interesting part of the decoration is the usual floor plinth. The polyurethane element will hide the joint between the floor and the wall and help hide the wires.
Stucco molding looks great in a bedroom interior. The romantic style can be supported by stucco molding in the form of branches and trunks flowering tree, decorated with butterflies and birds. In a classic-style bedroom, antique-style columns, ceiling rosettes, decorative frescoes and panels on the walls will look great. Wide borders with built-in lighting will add a touch of intimacy to the room. In a room decorated in a minimalist style, narrow cornices, stucco Wall panels with a pattern that echoes the patterns on the furniture. The panels will look interesting with unusual lighting.
However, stucco molding in a modern interior is not just classical patterns, but also “democratic” patterns: calm, romantic lines and bold geometric compositions. If desired, stucco elements from the ceiling and walls can be transferred to furniture. Cabinet doors are finished with moldings, corners and rosettes. You can stick stucco elements on an exquisite tea table. Many people decorate containers and flowerpots with molded rosettes.
Decorative stucco molding in the interior of an apartment will tell about the taste and status of the residents. However, when decorating an apartment with this material, you need to take into account that it looks good only in spacious rooms. Stucco will look bulky and awkward in apartments with low ceilings.
Today, decorative stucco molding made from polyurethane is considered an alternative to traditional gypsum stucco molding, because it is stronger, does not turn yellow and does not crumble over time. And if gypsum stucco is used in most cases in rooms c high ceilings, then polyurethane looks impressive in small rooms, even with low ceilings. By the way, do not forget that in rooms with high level“gypsum” does not last long in moisture, which cannot be said about polyurethane.
Spectacular improvement
In order to skillfully “age” polyurethane, carefully brush beige acrylic over concave surfaces. But when blending the edges with a damp sponge, you need to prime the polyurethane stucco in advance. And to improve the effect, you can do the same with the base or additional color used in the interior. And to add volume, you need to paint several tones lighter on the convex elements.
A distinctive feature of this decor is the possibility of painting. To begin with, the surface is primed with acrylic or nitro enamel, and then painted along with the walls (mainly in contrasting colors). Polyurethane stucco molding is rightfully considered a universal decorative material - it fits neatly into the interior of any style and harmoniously combines with different types finishing materials. Polyurethane stucco can be successfully combined with wallpaper. On basic wallpaper For example, you can make a cartouche out of molding and paste wallpaper with the desired pattern into it.
Advantages of polyurethane stucco:
You should not consider polyurethane stucco as just an economy class decor, because there are many branded European companies, the quality of their products is clearly determined by the features of the parts. Unlike Chinese materials, high-quality polyurethane stucco very light, does not shrink or expand with temperature changes, does not crack over time and does not create gaps at the joints. And it is mounted using special glue (type liquid nails). Read about other interior finishing options