Despite the fact that interior designers never cease to amaze us with ultra-modern ideas for room decoration, betting on the most unexpected solutions, the classics of the genre, namely interior doors, remain at the peak of popularity. This is due to the fact that the traditional purpose of the door remains unchanged, and today it is one of the main options for zoning a room, using which you will ensure reliable isolation of the room and create the most private atmosphere in it. Due to the fact that the decoration of the room, including the doorway, largely affects its holistic perception, it is necessary to approach the design of this element of the interior with due care and accuracy. Often there is a need to abandon the door leaf and, as a result, dismantle the door frame, which becomes very relevant if there is a room behind the door in which there is no need to create a confidential atmosphere. The choice of this solution will allow not only to harmoniously and modernly design the doorway, but also to save up to one square meter of area, which is often especially relevant in small apartments. The design of an open doorway is an extremely topical issue that leaves a huge scope for the designer's imagination.
Functional purpose of open doorways
Unfortunately, many apartment owners in standard new buildings cannot boast of a large number of free square meters, and therefore, they have to fight for every extra centimeter, abandoning seemingly significant interior elements. As for doors, they often take up a lot of free space, especially when it comes to traditional swing structures. In addition, not everyone is a devoted fan of sliding systems, which becomes a weighty argument in favor of designing a doorway without a door, which in its essence will resemble a portal. The specified design option will successfully save precious meters, as well as create a pleasant feeling of spaciousness and absence of obstacles in the apartment. In addition to expanding the space, abandoning the door will provide free air circulation and good visibility of the room.
In addition to the above arguments, there is one more weighty argument in favor of this method of decorating a doorway. Its use will be especially relevant if you do not need a functional separation of two rooms, united by a common doorway. For example, if we are talking about combining a living room and a balcony, and you do not need to clearly separate them, you can bet on a doorway without a door, which will effectively zone the space, visually separating the balcony and living space, but at the same time , and combine them by merging them together. In addition, the use of this method will be especially relevant if the front door is adjacent to a kind of transition that resembles a niche, or if we are talking about the design of a doorway located between the kitchen and the living room, when their integrity will always be harmonious.
Thus, what is the need for arranging open doorways?
- The need to improve the reliability of supporting structures... This is due to the fact that in standard buildings, load-bearing walls are localized in the most unexpected and, moreover, inconvenient places, which forces the apartment owners to somehow harmonize their appearance and beat the existing passage, by arranging it accordingly;
- Visual unification of functionally divided spaces... If you plan to organize a doorway in the supporting structure or expand an existing one by equipping a modern studio in a typical apartment, you will again come to the rescue of the opening without a door, thanks to which you can combine a kitchen with a living room, a bedroom with a study or a living room with a hall;
- Space zoning will become especially relevant for you if you are the owner of a modern open-plan apartment. In this case, the organization of open openings will be one of the most optimal ways for you to select functional areas in the room, since it does not limit the designer's imagination in any way.
Doorways photo
Advantages and disadvantages of open doorways
If we compare an open doorway with traditional design options that imply a doorway, the previous ones have a number of advantages:
- Visual unification of several adjacent rooms. In this case, one of the most attractive is the combination of the kitchen and living room, living room and hall, as well as the combination with other general premises, such as a library, a dining room and others;
- A non-standard appearance and an original compositional solution are the distinctive features of open doorways, since the geometric shape of their design can be of any kind. In addition, in the process of decorating doorways without doors, the use of a wide variety of materials is allowed and even encouraged, which will also be discussed in our article;
- The lack of cumbersome maintenance is a hallmark of open doorways. Unlike door leaves made of valuable wood species, which require careful maintenance, as opposed to an open doorway decorated with a minimum amount of similar materials;
- Democratic cost. Regardless of what material you use in the process of decorating an opening that unites two rooms, its consumption will be significantly lower than when installing a solid door leaf.
- In addition, unlike the traditional option, which implies the installation of a door leaf, you are absolutely not limited in the materials used, and you can decorate the doorway with any materials.
Disadvantages of the method:
- Lack of space clearly separated by a door leaf. For example, it makes no sense to equip an opening without a door between functionally different rooms, for example, a kitchen and a corridor, since you are unlikely to be able to visually expand the space, but extraneous odors will freely enter the corridor;
- The impossibility of organizing in any premises, such as a bathroom or toilet, the functional purpose of which does not allow the arrangement of open openings;
- The impossibility of providing complete privacy, which is extremely unacceptable for those apartments where several families or many relatives live.
Choosing a material for finishing the doorway
Plastic panels
Plastic panels are one of the most common and relatively inexpensive materials for finishing doorways, which can be used even if you do not plan to give up installing a door leaf. If you are an adherent of the traditional method and still prefer to install a door leaf, use plastic panels to decorate the opening, imitating the structure of wood and harmonizing in color with the tone of the door leaf. Using this style, you can emphasize the severity and clarity of lines, as well as create a contrast with walls covered with wallpaper in a lighter or darker shade, or painted with paint, the tone of which should also contrast with the tone of the door and plastic panels. Taking these recommendations into account, you can visually increase the height and expand the doorway, as well as slightly raise the ceiling, which will have favorable attention to the interior of the room as a whole. In addition to the decorative appearance, plastic panels are also characterized by practicality - you will not see touch marks on them. Fastening of plastic panels is carried out using liquid nails on the surface that has undergone preliminary cleaning.
Polyurethane stucco molding
Another common material for finishing doorways, which in appearance resembles plaster molding, but is lighter in weight. It is easily glued to any surface, which is one of the main advantages of polyurethane stucco molding. However, when using stucco to decorate small-sized rooms, it is important not to overload it, which will help the use of stucco, characterized by the presence of flat elements and the absence of massive relief. If the room where you plan to decorate the opening with polyurethane stucco has high ceilings, use it as an arched element above the door or pilasters on the sides, which will add an extra touch of luxury to the room. One of the main advantages of polyurethane stucco molding is its initially white color, thanks to which it can subsequently be decorated in any color scheme.
Facing with decorative stone
This design method can rightfully be considered one of the most stylish and expensive. Despite the fact that facing with decorative stone is an expensive pleasure, and very laborious, it does not scare true adherents of naturalism, and besides, it is supported by its durability, the highest wear resistance, as well as practicality, thanks to which the stone does not need complex care.
Important! The peculiarities of the production of decorative stone make it possible to produce artificial stone of the most varied color palette, as well as add various inclusions to its structure, such as shells or small pieces of marble. Due to the peculiar decorative features of the material, artificial stone is successfully used in the design of interiors made in oriental style. In the photo you can see an open doorway decorated with decorative stone.
The method of facing with decorative stone involves the use of small-sized material, which is located along the perimeter of the opening, imitating its even edging with smooth edges. This is a classic design option for a doorway, but the designers propose to pay attention to a more original design option, which involves the creation of "torn" edges, when the stone is not cut, adjusting to the shape, but laid out in a natural order. The color palette of the stone is selected in accordance with the overall color concept of the room.
Important! To ensure the adhesion of the stone to the underlying surface, it must be carefully prepared. To do this, the wall around the doorway is cleaned from the previous finish, after which it is treated with a specialized primer.
Clinker use
Another popular design trick is the use of so-called "brick tiles" or clinker, which is laid out around the doorway. To create a spectacular design of the doorway, the tiles are laid "in a run" by analogy with brickwork. In addition to being used for interior decoration of window and door openings, the use of clinker is widely practiced in exterior decoration of building facades.
Choosing the shape of the doorway: a classic rectangle or a distinctive arch?
The traditional geometric shape for a doorway is still a rectangle. To diversify the strict classics, designers recommend adopting one of the above methods, which will add some liveliness to the design of the doorway. But what if you are not a supporter of the classics? How to arrange a doorway in this case? Here, the designers unequivocally agree and unanimously recommend betting on the arched shape of the doorway. According to experts, the arch is one of the most interesting and non-standard ways of decorating a doorway, most appropriate in apartments with narrow corridors, since this technique allows you to visually expand the space and give it airiness.
The choice of the type of arched structures depending on the height of the ceilings
- If your apartment has low ceilings, designers recommend paying attention to arches whose corner radius exceeds half the width of the door opening, and therefore, they are characterized by a gentle rounding. Thanks to this shape, the arch will appear wider and slightly raise the ceiling;
- If you are decorating a room with high ceilings, designers recommend using a classic arch, the radius of which corresponds to half of the door opening;
- In addition to the named classic, round and straight arches, there are many other non-standard arched structures: in the form of an ellipse, a trapezoid, as well as an asymmetric shape, a distinctive feature of which is the presence of a slope in one direction.
One of the fastest and most convenient ways to create an arch is to buy a ready-made arch kit consisting of four posts, two arches, and panels. In addition, arches are often made of plasterboard.
The choice of the type of arched structures depending on the stylistic concept
There is another classification of arched openings, which differ in accordance with the design style.
Classic combines elliptical, three-center and semicircular arches. But, despite this, the main requirement for arches in the classical style is their absolute symmetry. One of the most effective options for arranging an opening in the living room is the organization of arched structures with vertical slopes, made in the form of semi-columns;
Empire and Baroque they are also distinguished by the symmetry of arched structures, but unlike the classics, this stylistic direction presupposes an abundance of decorative elements. In this case, experts advise giving preference to symmetrical arches, decorated with polyurethane stucco molding, gilding, as well as plaster bas-reliefs located in the upper part of the arches;
And here East style stands apart from all other directions and involves the use of arches of the most bizarre and intricate forms - lancet, keeled;
Modern, techno and minimalism- stylistic direction in which distinct echoes of modernity can be traced. Using them, you rarely find arches of similar shapes; in this case, curvature becomes a distinctive feature of arched structures, and therefore the doorway can take on the most unexpected forms. If we consider all modern trends in more detail, it is worth noting that techno and hi-tech are characterized by more strict, geometric forms, while playful pop art and modern prefer more relaxed forms and the most unexpected outlines. Also, these styles welcome the decoration of the doorway with decorative lamps. An excellent solution in this case is the organization of lighting in the style of a "light curtain" or with the help of spotlights, which will look most effective in the case of decorating the opening between the kitchen and the living room.
Less common, but at the same time spectacular is the organization of a stained-glass arch, according to which part of the opening, often curved, is occupied by a stained-glass window. This method will be especially relevant for a combined kitchen and living room, as well as a living room and a balcony.
Romantic destinations more restrained in the choice of shapes and materials. They involve the use of symmetrical arches of a semicircular or flat shape, which is due to the desire for static and lightness of solutions for architectural elements that are combined with materials in a rich color range.
Making openings with decorative curtains and screens
The question does not lose its relevance: "How to arrange a doorway with curtains?" Its popularity is due to the fact that curtains, both fabric and made of other materials, are one of the most affordable and versatile ways to decorate a doorway.
Fabric curtains, in the case of the correct selection of materials and textures, will be an appropriate addition to any interior. They look equally relevant with both a U-shaped and an arched opening. When choosing curtains for decorating a doorway, it is important to observe stylistic unity and give preference to curtains similar to those that hang on the windows. At the same time, the compositional solution can be absolutely anything, from a complex composition with draperies and a lambrequin, to a discreet curtains in an oriental style;
Bamboo curtains- a variety made from wood. The constituent elements of bamboo curtains (sticks and beads) must be hooked or strung on threads. Bamboo curtains will be the most relevant in eco-style and eclecticism;
Filament curtains suggest a strong interlacing of harnesses, securely fixed at the top in one tape. In the classic version, thread curtains assume the use of only fabric cords, but for modern times there are no restrictions, and figures from glass and beads, shells and pebbles, which are strung on strong bundles, are used.
When carrying out repair work, non-standard, creative ideas for the reconstruction of the premises arise. It is worth considering one of these options - the design of an open one.
Should you make an open doorway?
The presence of an open doorway will be an excellent solution for equipment. Having beaten this option, you can zone the room. That being said, there is no need to worry about shape or size restrictions. Thinking about the shape of a doorway, it is worth noting that often two of them are used: a classic rectangle, an arch, or its imitation. Each of the proposed options can be played up and made as original as possible. To do this, it is worth considering what materials it is possible to use to frame the doorway.
The presence of an arch is welcomed if the rooms connecting it are made in the same style, which cannot be said about a rectangular opening. The latter refers to a separate room and is an addition to it. A high or wide doorway can be decorated with an imitation of an arch. The framing of such an arch can be made in an oriental style with the presence of openwork internal segments and trimming of the corners. Framing a doorway made of polyurethane is considered the simplest and most affordable. Elements of this kind will become a light, beautiful and durable decoration of the opening.
Framing the doorway with stucco molding allows you to give the design a special style that matches the room. It can be: rococo, modern, empire. Often, white stucco molding is used, but if desired, it can be replaced with a colored one.
Another interesting option is the frame of the doorway made of wood. Such panels can be decorated with wood carvings. This technique allows you to apply any image in the form of: figures, animals, plants, birds. This is a rather rare type of framing, as it requires the help of specialists, but the result is worth it.
Framing the doorway with a stone is possible if this material matches the overall interior. Such an opening should be laid out with material on both sides. A jagged edge can give a casual and more natural look.
In order to frame the doorway with a corner correctly, diamond cutting should be carried out. This method will help keep the edges straight.
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Interior doors represent the most perfect option for zoning the living space, ensuring the proper level of privacy for family members. If confidentiality is not required, zoning functions are assigned to a doorway without a door.
The absence of a door leaf is compensated by a slight increase in the usable living space, more convenient options for placing furniture, improvement of the interior, which is especially important when operating small-sized housing. The decoration of a doorway without a door in a certain style is made taking into account design recommendations.
Doorless openings: features of the device and installation
The arrangement of such a structure provides for the complete dismantling of the door frame, as well as the choice of the shape, size and decor of the opening in accordance with the interior of the adjacent premises. The classic shape of the opening is a rectangle. The choice of an arched structure is determined by the height of the ceiling slabs, the structural features of the load-bearing walls and unloaded partitions.
As a rule, the basic and decorative finishing of an opening without a door prepared for modernization is made using the following materials:
- Panel plastics;
- Polyurethane stucco molding;
- Natural or artificial decorative stone.
Additional decoration of openings is realized with the help of screens and curtains. When choosing, materials that are simple to install and maintain are popular, which do not lose their characteristics throughout the entire service life.
Benefits of open openings
Hinged and sliding interior doors are important elements of interior decoration. On the other hand, they take up a lot of space, therefore, in small-sized apartments, the arrangement of a doorway without a door is justified in all respects.
Open openings create the visual effect of increasing the volume of the connected rooms, improve ventilation and improve the layout of the interior decoration. Doorways without a door are appropriate for connecting a living space with an insulated balcony space. The expended efforts and material resources help to fully or partially compensate for the shortcomings of the standard layout of city apartments, as well as standard projects of private houses of the country and cottage type. An exception is the free layout of housing, which provides for arbitrary placement of internal walls and partitions.
A characteristic feature of finishing a doorway without a door is the moderate cost of the materials used and the ability to master the entire volume of work with your own hands. The total cost of such finishing is lower than the price of the door and the cost of its professional installation.
A doorway without a door will be the best solution for the interior. As you can see from the photo in our article, you can implement such a finish in any interior of any room. The owner of a house or apartment with a reasonable investment of time and money can do all the work on his own.
Installation of slopes and drywall arches
The budget option for decorating a doorway without doors is based on the use of drywall:
- The material is easily processed with ordinary tools;
- Smooth and smooth surface of the panels minimizes the amount of preparatory work;
- The reverse side of the material is characterized by excellent adhesion to gypsum polymer adhesives;
- The moderate 20-year resource of gypsum plasterboard structures is compensated by their affordable cost, simple installation, and a wide choice of surface decor.
To fasten the lining of the arched structure, a frame is mounted from a mounting bar or a metal profile. For finishing surfaces with a complex configuration, a thinner and lighter ceiling plasterboard is recommended, which differs from the wall with increased flexibility.
The use of moisture-resistant putty and connecting reinforcing tape greatly simplifies the sealing of assembly joints. When choosing a putty, it should be borne in mind that acrylic compounds are highly durable, while gypsum is perfectly sanded. This is especially important for paint and varnish decoration.
Making the opening with plastic
When decorating doorways without doors, plastic panels are actively used. The offered assortment includes materials that perfectly imitate the appearance and texture of precious woods, natural stone and other more expensive materials.
Plastic decor of a doorway without using a door in color, pattern, contrast and surface texture must match the wall decorative covering. Using the right combination of these characteristics, it is easy to visually increase the size of the opening and ceilings.
Self-assembly of plastic cladding does not require professional qualifications. If you have certain skills, home craftsmen do all the work on their own.
The advantages of polyurethane stucco molding
Polyurethane stucco molding can also be used to decorate the opening. For small-sized housing, materials with a low-relief pattern are recommended. The choice of volumetric stucco molding is justified when decorating rooms with high ceilings.
The surface of polyurethane is compatible with most paints and varnishes, therefore, decorative design for openings without doors with artificial stucco molding has great possibilities. The material is securely fixed with special glue, the minimum weight does not load the opening wall, moderate heat resistance is compensated by the presence of flame retardant additives.
Features of finishing the opening with a stone
The most beautiful and durable decoration is natural stone. The material is characterized by unique wear resistance, looks great in daylight and artificial light, and is fully available for adhesive installation.
Not the greatest operational resource of artificial decorative stone is compensated by its light weight, democratic cost, a wide selection of color and texture options, including the perfect imitation of natural materials. It is quite simple to independently arrange a doorway without an interior door with an artificial stone. This is facilitated by the excellent adhesion of the material with cement-polymer adhesives.
Laying options for the stone facing of the opening
In the first version, an edging with smooth edges is laid out, in the second it is proposed to create a "torn edge" that is original in perception, consisting of fragments of a stone laid out in a natural guise. Before installing the stone cladding, a doorway without a door requires alignment, cleaning from the remnants of the previous decor. To improve adhesion, the surface is primed with solutions compatible with assembly adhesive.
In the list of design developments for finishing the opening, there is an option of cladding with clinker materials that successfully imitate the appearance of natural stone or old masonry. Clinker is characterized by a very high wear resistance, preservation of its original appearance throughout its service life.
Criteria for choosing a classic and arched design of openings
According to the designers, arched structures provide more opportunities for improving the visual perception of the interior. The creation of arches is justified in rooms with narrow corridors, since not only the interior design is being improved, but also the comfort of using the premises.
In housing with standard ceilings, arches with a slight rounding look great. The corner radius of such structures is slightly more than half the width of the doorway. Gentle arches go well with different interior styles, visually increase the height of the ceiling.
For the design of openings in a house with high ceilings, classic arches are recommended, in a non-standard version - trapezoidal, elliptical or original asymmetric. For example, for a doorway without a door connecting the corridor and the living room, the choice of a design with slopes that imitate the appearance of half-columns is justified.
Empire and Baroque styles look great in spacious rooms, but the presence of a large number of decorative elements in small houses and apartments minimizes the advantages of these styles.
Designers advise to give preference to symmetrical structures, decorated with low-relief polyurethane stucco or plaster embossed overlays installed in the upper part of the opening.
The desire to complete the arched structure on their own is realized by purchasing an arched blank or mastering the skills of working with plasterboard panels.
What are the limitations when arranging openings?
In some types of block walls and partitions, door frames are used as load-bearing elements. Dismantling the door frame can provoke subsidence and the formation of cracks in the wall, therefore, such openings should first be reinforced with a power frame.
Such a structure will provide an even distribution of the load on the walls, which inevitably appears when decorating openings with stone or finishing materials of similar weight.
In addition, you should think about the environmental friendliness of cheap plastic panels and the heat resistance of polyurethane finishing materials. The problem is solved by using high-quality branded plastic panels and polyurethane products with a high content of flame retardant additives.
One of the most common options for visually increasing the space in a room is to dismantle interior doors. This solution allows you to visually expand the premises, create a single space in the interior. In this case, an important task arises - finishing the doorway. In this article, we have collected the most popular and non-trivial ways to solve this issue.
Opening preparation
The preparation process for the work surface differs due to the materials chosen as finishing materials.
Types of materials for finishing
The choice of materials for finishing a doorway in the construction market is extensive, there are options for both economy class and expensive alternatives. It all depends directly on the needs, desires and capabilities of buyers, as well as several important aspects:
- you should not save on the quantity and quality of fasteners (for example, if you make a crate of wooden bars, then you need to look at them for the presence of mold, rot and large cracks);
- when purchasing materials packaged in different boxes, consignments should be checked, if they differ, then the shade of the content may also differ;
- the durability of the material, its ability to withstand daily contact with various external influences - this is what all masters should think about first of all.
Using the example of the most popular options for finishing a doorway, we will consider in more detail the workflow for each of them.
Plaster
This option can be called the most popular due to the simplicity of work and the practicality of using the finishing material.
The only thing that should be taken care of before starting finishing is to cover the floor with foil or newspapers so as not to damage or contaminate the surface.
- Work begins with the preparation of the opening: cleaning from old materials and priming the surface.
- Installation of beacons (you should mix a little mortar and fix the perforated corners on the walls, exposing them to the building level).
- A masonry reinforcing mesh is attached between the corners.
- The building mixture is prepared in the required quantity.
- Using several spatulas, the mixture is applied to the walls in a chaotic manner, after which it is smoothed over the surface using a rule.
It is important to remember that the thickness of one layer should not exceed 2 cm, otherwise voids or cracks may form, and this will negatively affect the durability of the finish.
If everything is observed, it remains to wait until the surface is dry, and you can proceed to the finishing: painting, wallpapering or applying decorative mixtures.
Clinker tiles, mosaics
This material is intended for cladding a wide variety of areas of a residential building, including the doorway. There are no special installation rules, options are offered depending on the interior design:
Facing a doorway with tiles or mosaics does not require special tools or special skills, the workflow consists of step-by-step actions:
- after the surfaces are cleaned and plastered, it is necessary to apply markings, according to which the tile will be located in the doorway;
- prepare a special glue (liquid nails are used only in cases where the surface is perfectly flat);
- apply glue with a spatula to the back of the tile, distribute it over the surface, remove the excess;
- press the tile against the wall and hold it for a few seconds, applying force.
In order for the products to be fixed evenly on the surface of the opening, plastic glazing beads should be prepared in advance, which are inserted into the seams between the tiles. It is removed after the glue mass has hardened not earlier than after 24 hours.
It is very important - if glue gets on the surface of the tile, it should be removed immediately, since it is very difficult to remove the hardened mass.
When the opening is completely refined, the seams between the tiles are sealed with special grouts, the color of which is matched to the tone of the walls or finishing materials.
Decorative rock
Another option that is used as an alternative to clinker tiles is decorative stone. It has several advantages over other finishing materials:
- exact imitation of natural rocks, with a lot of varieties of textures: marble, limestone, jasper, brick, wood cut and many others.
- tolerates high humidity without consequences;
- easy to clean, because does not require the use of special products to remove dirt from the surface;
- resistant to mechanical damage if the rules of installation are observed.
The installation process is very similar to laying clinker tiles, but there are several important points that should not be forgotten:
- depending on the thickness, the weight of the products may vary, which can increase the consumption of the glue mass;
- when purchasing a finishing material, inspect several pieces from the back side, if there are many pores on the surface, they have a low density, which will affect the strength of the stone.
This finishing material is found in two types:
- Natural. It is made from natural rocks, crushed into crumbs. Such products are distinguished by their weight and strength under direct mechanical stress.
- Artificial. It is based on gypsum, to which dyes and polymers are added. The main advantage is the low price, which fluctuates around 300-800 rubles per square meter.
Wooden panels, MDF
An equally popular option for finishing door slopes is wood or MDF panels, laminated under wood, which harmoniously fit into the classic style. The benefits include:
- aesthetics;
- durability;
- no visible defects in contact with water.
The process of installing panels made of wood or MDF will require you to purchase additional materials - wooden slats, which will be used as lathing:
- The slats are cut to fit the width of the opening and attached with dowels and self-tapping screws to the walls.
- The panels are also adjusted to the opening with a small offset, which is hidden by an end corner.
- The launch pad is secured with finishing nails.
- All subsequent panels are fastened through a tongue-groove (connection system present on the products).
- From the end, the structure is closed by a side panel - a casing, which is fastened with nails to the lathing or end corner.
Photo instructions for finishing the opening with MDF panels To hide the fasteners, you can use special furniture wax or adhesive plugs, matching them to the color of the panels.
Such a finish will look rich, even if inexpensive MDF panels with textured patterns imitating exotic woods were used.
Laminate
Many finishers love laminate flooring for its flexibility, which makes it possible to sheathe almost any openings, corners and nooks found in living quarters with this material. The only thing worth worrying about is that it does not tolerate moisture well and, after contact with water, swellings may form at the ends of the products, and such defects are not eliminated.
The laminate is fastened with self-tapping screws to the crate in the same way as finishing with PVC or MDF panels.
If the walls are relatively flat, then you can use liquid nails and spacers, which will press the material against the surface of the walls for several hours.
Stucco molding - gypsum and polyurethane foam
One of the most interesting, but in its own way capricious materials is stucco molding. Using it in the interior for finishing the doorway, one should maintain a single concept of the overall design, fit into the style that is inherent in columns, pilasters with capitals and other similar decorative elements.
Stucco molding on the opening should be combined with other interior elements, such as floor and ceiling skirting boards There are two types of stucco molding on the construction market:
- Plaster. Without it, it is impossible to imagine the interiors of country houses, made in the Venetian or classical style. But in small apartments, such products seem too bulky, the interior openings narrow not only visually, but also in fact. Plus, gypsum is a very heavy and fragile material; under mechanical stress it will not last long.
- Artificial, or rather polyurethane, is an affordable analogue of gypsum.
The advantages of polyurethane foam decor include:
- ease of construction;
- ease of installation: products are easily cut with a clerical knife and attached to liquid nails;
- a variety of ready-made forms;
- the surface of the polyurethane is suitable for painting.
Stucco molding looks perfect in the frame of a doorway with an arch, especially if the width allows you to erect monolithic column supports along the edges.
Doorway shapes
Decorating openings between rooms without a door is difficult not only by the choice of the material used, but also by the shape of this opening.
The solution to this issue will affect the harmony of the transition between rooms, the lighting of the premises, the combination of styles in the interior and the practicality of moving.
Rectangular
A common option is rectangular. Such an opening remains immediately after dismantling the door frame and it has its advantages:
- suitable for all finishing materials;
- no additional structures are required;
- clearly delineates two living quarters, for example, a balcony and a kitchen, while visually expanding both;
- great for modern interior design styles.
A wide rectangular opening allows you to use the slopes as niches for interior items Arched
The arch has an interesting ability: in rooms with low ceilings, it visually increases them, and in cases with high ceilings, on the contrary, lowers them. Moreover, the wider the arch-shaped opening, the lower the ceiling appears.
Many people prefer this option for its softness, the absence of sharp corners, this makes the transitions between rooms more invisible. The arch fits perfectly when entering the hall, if it is wide enough, movement between rooms will be invisible.
The absence of a massive doorway decor emphasizes the beauty and complexity of the rest of the interior. A nice addition are ready-made solutions - arch-type extensions, prepared for installation in doorways.
Completions and developed edging of the opening emphasize the complex shape of the opening, making it a visual accent Trapezoidal
This form is used very rarely, this is due to the fact that in small areas such a solution has the opposite effect: the room does not expand, and the ceiling visually lowers. Especially in cases where the upper horizontal part of the trapezoid is too narrow. One might get the impression that they wanted to make an arch when decorating the opening, but they lacked the strength and skills.
Such an opening looks good when it matches the shape of the room located behind it, as in this picture The polygon will fit well into the transition where double-leaf interior doors were planned or installed. With the help of drywall, you can easily and effortlessly turn a rectangular gap into a smooth trapezoid, fixing it at the corners of the opening.
Asymmetric
The doorway, which embodies the fantasies of the owners of the living quarters, is the asymmetrical shape. Designers love her for her ability to bring the most amazing solutions to life. The opening ceases to be the border of two rooms, it turns into the decoration of the apartment, into that element that attracts the eye and emphasizes the given style.
An asymmetric opening is a highlight of any interior However, there are nuances here that many forget about and encounter difficulties in the process of work:
- you cannot undertake the expansion of the opening without creating a project, which will take into account all the possibilities of load-bearing walls and floors;
- sharp corners and sharp shapes have a negative psychological impact on others; it is necessary to minimize the presence of irritating factors as much as possible so that the refined openings serve as an advantage, and not a disadvantage.
Curtain decoration
A simple but very interesting option for decorating a doorway with curtains is a look into the past. Several decades ago, people delimited living space in this way, decorating the passage with wooden or fabric curtains. The desired effect was achieved: the boundaries of the room were visually outlined, while the space was not closed.
Curtain - a simple and effective solution But such solutions are still popular now, but the variety of shapes and materials has become much larger. Most often, bamboo sticks are used, which are very durable and make a pleasant sound when colliding with each other. You can paint them yourself in the desired shade or choose a ready-made version for your interior.
You can use curtains anywhere, even on the border of the hallway with the bathroom, although it is a little intimate, but if the homeowners are interested in this option, then why not experiment.