How to Make Your Ceiling a Focal Point

A normal ceiling is flat, white, and a little bit boring. If you find the right construction company, you can transform your standard ceiling into a gorgeous focal point. Certain architectural details in the ceiling can bring a room to life even more than colorful area rug or brand new furniture. Best of all, there are different options for every style, so whether you are rustic or urban at heart, your home can enjoy a boost of personality.

Ceiling Medallions

Ceiling medallions are a special kind of decorative molding installed in the center of a ceiling. They’re most popular in the dining room or living room, often with a light fixture hanging from the middle. They come in a large variety of styles to match any type of home

Wooden Beams

Wooden ceiling beams add instant charm to any room. They help the ceilings feel higher as well. Wood can range from light to dark and serve either as a contrast, like brown wood on a white ceiling, or added dimension, like white on white. Many rustic style homes like to use aged wood beams for extra character.

Box Beams

crown molding2Box beams are a beautiful touch for city chic and country styles alike. They essentially use thick crown molding to form large symmetrical boxes on the ceiling. This look adds a level of dimension and personality to any room.

Geometric Trim

This option is a lot of fun! You can use crown molding on the ceiling to create any geometric shape you wish. Many people use squares intermixed with other polygons for a sophisticated appeal. 

With so many options, there’s no reason to let your ceiling remain a blank canvas. You can even combine many of the options above with strategic paint color for an added oomph. Consider white crown molding around the perimeter of a black or brown painted ceiling that has a medallion in the center. There is no end to the options!

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