Vaulted Ceiling Ideas

Wood panels on a vaulted ceiling make a large space feel more cozy.

Vaulted ceilings add drama to a room. In some spaces vaulted ceilings open up a small room making it feel larger, in other scenarios a vaulted ceiling may contribute a cold and cavernous feeling to a room. To address the former, look for options which accentuate the height of the ceiling; for the latter choose designs which will visually lower the height for a cozy impact.

Wood Planks

Vaulted ceilings, while a distinct architectural feature, can pose a design challenge. Large spaces may become cold and cavernous with the addition of a blank vaulted ceiling. To add interest and define the space, consider installing wood planks on your vaulted ceiling. Ceiling planks look similar to a wood floor. Choose a rich dark stain to reduce the scale of the room and add a contemporary aesthetic.

Paint

Apply paint to your vaulted ceiling for an inexpensive and low maintenance design choice. Lighter colors generally make a space look larger by visually raising the ceiling and reflecting more light around the room. To visually lower the ceiling in your space use darker shades such as browns or deep gray tones. Paint the entire ceiling for a bold impact in your space. For a subtle impact paint one or two panels of the ceiling. Create an interesting focal point and visually expand your space by painting one wall in line with a vaulted ceiling panel in a bold color.

Wallpaper

Traditionally wallpaper has been used only for walls to add color and texture to a space. Vaulted ceilings offer an excellent opportunity to add texture through wallpaper. Wallpaper could be overwhelming on a vaulted ceiling so be certain to choose either a bold design with a more muted color scheme or a bold color with a less busy pattern. When choosing paper be sure to consider the overall design aesthetic of the room and choose a complementary design. For example, Victorian style wallpaper may not the best choice for a contemporary space.

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