Most homeowners love decorating, revamping, and adding elements to the four internal walls. Using different techniques to beautify these walls automatically upgrades the look and feel of your living space. But if you haven't utilised the potential of the fifth wall - the ceiling, you might be missing out on a blank canvas. 

The ceiling of a room is more than just an overhead surface; it serves as a fundamental component of interior design. Through careful selection of colour, texture, and architectural elements, a creative ceiling design can significantly enhance the ambience and aesthetic appeal of a space. 

6 Creative ways to elevate your ceiling design 

There are different ways you can change and enhance your ceiling -

1. Adding another level - Installing false ceilings and designs will add more depth and visual appeal to your room. Adding ceiling layers immediately makes a room feel more elegant and luxurious. To introduce a modern or classy look, you may add downlights within the new layers. This technique will allow you to define and highlight distinct areas within your room and create a visually captivating environment. 

2. Experimenting with colours - Experimenting with colours can help you introduce different moods into the room. With lighter tones, you can make the room seem bigger and airy and build a happy space. With darker tones, you can make the room seem cosier and classier. A bright pop of colours can add an element of fun and joy, whereas muted tones are perfect for a calming space. 

3. Adding lighting - Adding lights to your ceiling makes your room seem taller and brighter. You can also add dim lights to your ceiling to change the feel of the room with the switch of a button. Different styles and designs of lights can also improve the way a room looks. 

4. Creating murals - Instead of regular paints, consider creating a mural on your ceiling. This ceiling design is an out-of-the-box idea that is bound to stand out. It also helps add an artistic touch. 

5. Adding textures -Textures add dimension and depth to the ceiling and help highlight it in a room. You can pick from spackle, plaster, styrofoam, etc., to elevate the ceiling designs. 

6. Adding wallpapers - Wallpaper as a ceiling design is becoming popular by the day. Adding a textured or contrasting wallpaper to your ceiling can break the monotony in the room and add a creative element. You can play with different patterns, textures, and colours to add more personality to the room. 

How to protect your ceiling

Now that you have added elements to your ceiling and increased its beauty, you should consider waterproofing it. This is because a ceiling that is not waterproofed is susceptible to seepage and water-related damage. If ignored, you might face ceiling leakages that can damage any paint, wallpaper, or murals on the ceiling. Before you know it, your ceiling will be spotted with stains and damp patches, leading to ceiling leakage repairs, new paint, unnecessary replacements, and more. 

All of these issues can be prevented with waterproofing. A waterproofed ceiling prevents water infiltration, withstands weather, dust, etc., and, more importantly, keeps your space safe and beautiful.

How to waterproof your ceiling?

Waterproofing your real ceiling, false ceiling, or any other part of the house is as easy as filling out the form given below. Experts at Dr. Fixit will reach out to you and guide you through the entire process and ensure that your ceiling stays beautiful and durable for years to come.

To wrap up

Waterproofing is a one-stop solution for all water-related damages.

Want to ensure a bathroom that's free from water-related issues? Call Dr. Fixit at 1800 209 5504 or fill out the form to get expert guidance at every step.