Among the typical high-rise buildings, both built during the Soviet period and built later, it is almost impossible to find projects without balcony blocks. And although the situation has changed a bit in recent years, many apartment owners are interested in answering the question of how to improve brickwork on the balcony. There are several ways to solve this problem. The choice of a particular method depends on many factors.
You can change the look of a bricked wall using traditional painting, finishing materials, or by aging it. Staining is the simplest technique used in restoration, decorating the surface. Renovation procedures are necessary if the septum loses its original appearance, salt deposits, and severe damage caused by time.
Ceramic brick has been used in construction for several millennia. However, for a long time it was considered only as a building material, which is convenient to work with, from above the surface of the walls was covered with a layer of plaster. As a decorative element, it began to be used only from the middle of the 19th century. Almost at the same time, in 1880, a silicate version of artificial stone was invented.
Brickwork made by professionals has an attractive, aesthetic appearance. Often it does not need additional decor, but sometimes you can not do without decoration. For example, if it is necessary to perform surface protection, style or color design contradicts the general direction in the interior. To solve this problem, you can use different tricks.
When choosing the right material, a number of important points are taken into account. First of all, you should pay attention to the presence of glazing. The walls of open balconies are exposed to atmospheric influences, are destroyed by natural phenomena. In most cases, they are painted or varnished, less often covered with a layer of decorative plaster, ceramic tiles.
For closed rooms, the number of building materials used for work is significantly higher, however, painting remains the most popular method of facing. Sometimes it is appropriate to use finishing materials that mimic a brick. For example, wallpaper, various wall panels. These types of coverage are relevant for the design of balcony blocks located in panel houses.
Choosing a paint for painting a brick wall
The construction market is crowded with various coloring agents, allowing you to transform the brickwork. It is not difficult to find a mixture suitable for work, but in order to make the right choice, a number of criteria should be considered:
the presence of glazing on the balcony;
quality of the painted surface;
requirements put forward for paints and varnishes for external and internal painting;
When choosing coloring agents, you need to familiarize yourself with their composition, pay attention to the following indicators:
cost;
durability;
wear resistance;
substance consumption;
convenience in work;
drying speed (the parameter is taken into account when painting exterior facades);
adhesion properties;
resistance to ultraviolet rays;
frost resistance;
vapor and water permeability.
For interior painting
When choosing a mixture for painting walls indoors, the main criterion is the environmental cleanliness of the material and its decorative properties. Among the safest substances are waterborne (dispersion) paints. In most cases, manufacturers produce white products, however, it is easily tinted in any shade using the appropriate pigment.
As binders are used: polyvinyl acetate, latex, acrylic. The first of these species has a low price, does not fade in the sun, retains its original background for a long time, but is afraid of high humidity.The second option quickly turns yellow under the influence of ultraviolet rays, is destroyed at low temperatures. Dispersions based on acrylic are the highest quality, they can be used when performing facade work.
When buying, special attention should be paid to the color of the composition, it should be white. If pigment was added during production, this indicates a low quality of the material.
Water-based products are also classified as safe. After drying, they do not emit harmful substances hazardous to humans. In contrast to water dispersion compositions, they are characterized by a wide range of different shades; organic solvents are used for their dilution. There are acrylic, silicone, silicate, mineral (based on hydrated lime and cement) options.
For painting brick partitions indoors, any paints that are part of the emulsion group can be used. It is also worth paying attention to transparent varnish, which can become an alternative to coloring agents. Alkyd species, which include oil and enamel mixtures, are characterized by high toxicity, are mainly used for outdoor work. Silicate coatings are rarely selected due to an unpleasant odor.
For external painting
One of the easiest ways to finish your exterior wall is whitewashing. The solution can be easily prepared with your own hands from slaked lime. When diluted, the material is applied in several layers. Among its main advantages can be distinguished low cost, simple manufacture, vapor permeability, antiseptic properties. However, the surface is quickly contaminated and requires periodic updating.
An alternative to whitewashing can be a mineral water-based paint, which includes lime and cement. Also, from emulsion compositions for facade work, you can use silicone, acrylic products, as well as acrylic-latex. From dispersion - only acrylic options. Each species has its own characteristics, the service life can be from 3 to 10 years or more.
Oil paints cannot be used for painting new brickwork. The product dries very slowly, quickly burns out under the influence of sunlight. Silicate solutions, the basis of which is liquid glass, are mineral. They protect the brick surface well, and special aluminum, silicon additives give the coating anti-corrosion properties.
How to prepare the walls for self-decoration
The process of preparing the wall for painting is one of the most important stages. The life of the paintwork and the appearance of the surface depend on this. The work takes place in several stages:
Removing the old paintwork, plaster.
Visual inspection of the load-bearing partition.
Repair of masonry in case of detection of elements that have crumbled, do not hold well in place.
Elimination of various defects, sealing chips, cracks with cement mortar.
Cleaning the seams, if necessary, updating them.
Cleaning each brick from the remnants of dirt, dust.
Flushing out efflorescence.
Fight against fungus and mold. If microorganisms are detected, antiseptic treatment should be performed.
Cleansing greasy stains.
Full drying of the surface before applying the primer.
Restoring old masonry is one of the most difficult types of work. It is very difficult to choose a brick block that is appropriate in color and texture, to determine the type of mortar used.
Priming walls
Primer compositions are used to improve the adhesion (adhesion) of paints and varnishes to the wall to be painted. The solution is applied before painting. It performs a protective function, levels the surface, reduces paint consumption, increases its life. The primer reduces the absorbency of the wall, and thanks to the antiseptic additives that are part of it, it prevents the development of microorganisms and the appearance of mold.
Having decided to improve the loggia or balcony correctly, do not neglect the priming process. For processing masonry, it is best to use a silicate primer, which is characterized by resistance to natural influences. You can also consider using a universal acrylic mixture or mineral-based materials for external use.
The key to a high-quality painting result is the use of primers and coloring agents from one manufacturer.
It is necessary to apply the composition in two layers, with a thickness of not more than 2 mm. The first one should be thicker. Before laying the next one, you need to wait a certain time. Typically, the drying time is indicated on the package. You can treat the wall with a composition using a roller or brush. The first tool allows you to reduce soil consumption, the second you can work with uneven surfaces.
The painting process - the better to apply the paint
Brickwork of the balcony should be done with special facade compounds. Such paints have a special texture, well hide surface imperfections. They do not leave streaks and stains. The method of application has its own characteristics. As a tool, it is better to use a wide brush. This will allow the most effective seam processing.
The areas adjacent to the painted surfaces are covered with masking tape, the floor is covered with a film. Apply the composition from the corners, drawing vertical stripes from top to bottom. To paint the central part of the wall, you can use a roller. The paint is applied in several layers, taking breaks to dry.
If you need to process a large area, use a spray gun. The method allows you to increase the speed of surface finishing. Airborne, airless spraying is also necessary in several layers in stages. The staining process usually takes several days.
Using stencils when painting
Screen printing technology allows you to paint not the entire wall in one color, but only some areas. Having carefully selected the color gamut, you can hide various masonry defects, highlight winning places. Using special mock-ups, you can decorate a brick surface with original natural lines.
Realistic brick imitation can be done in several ways. There are many types of finishing materials for painting, capable of exactly repeating the texture. More often resort to the following options:
Convex wallpaper. Some types of paintings completely repeat the texture of the brick. The material is attached to the wall on liquid nails and painted.
Decorative bricks. Separate elements are made of gypsum mixtures, cement. Mounted to the surface according to the tile principle.
Plastic panels. Elongated sheets are available in different sizes, mounted on prepared walls.
Stitch Method
They resort to this method of finishing after a complete laying of bricks, if the seams stand out strongly and an undesirable structure is visible. To refine the surfaces apply a metal arc with a concave end. The tool is leaned against the seam and moved with force in one direction. In this way, a convex or concave relief can be made. In the process, excess concrete is removed, clear edges of the pattern are formed. Stitching is also possible on already painted surfaces.
In some cases, according to a certain design idea, it is necessary to highlight each brick. To do this, resort to contrast staining of the seams. It is possible to start work only after the concrete has completely hardened. Seams are pre-cleaned and primed.
How to artificially age a brick
Many architects give preference to elements of archaic. Artificial aging of masonry is carried out by several methods. Before choosing the appropriate option, you need to consider the color of the future surface and its area.Antique masonry should have various signs indicating the effect of time - chaotic chips, cracks at the seams, voids in the place of some elements.
Artificial aging of the wall on the balcony is quite a noisy and dusty process. To work, you will need certain skills and the following tool:
Bulgarian;
Hammer drill;
Chisel;
Hammer;
Blowtorch;
Sandpaper.
The technique of turning a balcony wall into an ancient rarity is to carefully process each brick. The edges of some elements are randomly chipped at different angles. The flat surface of the bricks is wiped with emery. Separate areas are burned with a blowtorch until black stains and characteristic spots form. The seams are rubbed in some places with earth and green moss, imitating centuries-old operation.
To fix the result, the wall is covered with several layers of acrylic varnish. Finishing will help to protect the artificially created image from abrasion, and will not stain clothes and other items on the balcony.
Brick wall painting after plastering
Preliminary plastering of brick walls on the balcony will help to hide the unwanted relief, various surface defects. For processing the walls of an open room using a cement-sand mixture. It will create additional reinforcement before painting. The compositions lie evenly and evenly.
The preliminary coat for painting on glazed, heated loggias is made of gypsum without cement. The thick mixture is applied with a spatula, carefully leveled and cleaned defects. After drying, apply a primer and paint.
Stained brickwork is stained with special compounds. You can use any tool (roller, brush, airbrush) or several options at once. It is possible to apply the topcoat and re-finish after all previous layers have completely dried.
Other methods of decorating the walls of a balcony under a brick
Not everyone can afford real brickwork on the balcony. Stops apartment owners the heavy weight of piece goods, the complexity of surface design. Manufacturers of building materials offer consumers many products that repeat the size and texture of brick elements. Therefore, in some cases, it is easier to implement a design with decorative elements.
Sandwich paneling
A good option for decorating a brick wall allows you to create not only an aesthetic environment, but also get many practical advantages. Lightweight decorative insulation can be used on the balcony with any glazing. It is quick and easy to mount. For smooth surfaces, you do not even need to install a crate.
Decorative sandwich panels can have any color. Drawing under a brick happens in the natural sizes maximally imitating a laying or with bright impregnations for modern interiors. Installation on loggias of any size is carried out according to the following instructions:
First, fittings are installed (external, internal corners, plinth, various final elements);
The bottom of the first panel is inserted into a special groove;
The edge of the wide part is fixed with nails, brackets, dowels to the frame;
The narrow end of the panel is inserted into the groove of the previous element;
Continue the same steps for all trim parts.
Plastic paneling
Modern technologies allow the manufacture of plastic panels decorated with stone. Simple installation of the available elements allows you to create a coating that is as close as possible to real brickwork. The finished picture looks very beautiful. The main advantages of this method of decoration are ease of parts, ease of installation and maintenance, and durability. Plastic is not subject to temperature fluctuations, tolerates high humidity and exposure to direct sunlight.This is one of the most affordable options, the installation of which is easy to do with your own hands.
There are two ways to fasten: put panels on glue or fasten to a wooden crate. The glue method is suitable for small balconies, as it saves space. Its essence lies in gluing plastic under a brick on a perfectly flat wall. The disadvantage of the cladding option is the inability to repair individual strips and the loss of thermal insulation.
Fastening panels to a wooden crate is a more complex method, but preferred for all types of rooms. First, make markings for the correct installation of the guides. Then the wooden bars are treated with special anti-decay compounds and screwed to the surfaces. They fill the slats with a pitch of 50 cm, cover with insulation and fix the material with long strips. The first plastic guide is fixed with a stapler, the subsequent ones are latched with special locks.
Decorative plaster
Stucco finishing is carried out after creating a certain microclimate on the loggia. Temperature and humidity will have to be maintained throughout the life of the unit. For unheated rooms use special facade mixtures. Thanks to the huge range of materials, it is possible to achieve various color and texture solutions.
You can create an imitation of masonry using lime plaster. As tools use rollers, trowel, molds. Textured mixtures with the addition of marble, granite fractions are suitable. They can be painted in any color.
Thanks to the plastering of the walls of the balcony, an additional layer is formed, which increases the soundproofing, heat-insulating properties of the surface. Safe material does not form volatile compounds, is resistant to mechanical damage. The only minus of stucco for brick is a high level of static.Dust and dirt quickly clog into the grooves and cracks of the finished surface.
Brick tiles
The best finish for open balconies. Clinker tiles are made from special grades of clay by extrusion. It is presented in a huge assortment of colors and shapes. You can pick up elements similar to brickwork in all respects. Clinker tiles are used to decorate the walls and floor of the balcony. The building material is characterized by good wear resistance, withstands critically low temperatures. The material does not have a porous structure, which is why it does not absorb moisture at all.
The disadvantages of the coating include high thermal conductivity. The material cools very quickly, so in the winter it will not be comfortable to touch such a finish. When laying, all technologies must be followed. Before starting work, it is necessary to determine the scheme, select a drawing, and carry out accurate calculations.
Decorative or natural stone
Natural stone finishes look luxurious and expensive, but the cost of this material is very high. For work, artificial analogues imitating bricks are most often used. Decorative tiles are made from various raw materials. It may include gypsum, cement, clay. When preparing the mixture, paints, plasticizers, fiber, and other components that increase its quality characteristics are added to it. Among the most common types of such cladding, the following types of tiles can be distinguished:
Gypsum This is one of the cheapest options. However, it is not recommended to use it on open walls. The raw material absorbs moisture, which leads to deformation of the finish. To eliminate this drawback, the laid lining is coated with a protective varnish or impregnation. It protects the surface from external factors.
Cement. It is made of cement mortar with the addition of plasticizers. It may have a different color and texture. In production, Portland cement of a grade not lower than M400 is used.
Porcelain stoneware. Externally, the material does not differ from natural granite. It is made from clay powder, quartz sand, mineral dyes, feldspars. The resulting mixture is pressed, fired at high temperatures. The thickness of the finished product does not exceed 1 cm. The main advantages include attractive appearance, wear resistance, frost resistance, environmental safety.
Wallpapering the walls
Decorating walls with mock-up wallpapers is the cheapest type of finish. For glazed and insulated balconies, you can use any type, whether paper, vinyl or non-woven models. It is quite simple to work with this material, it can easily be glued on your own. Particular attention should be paid to facade paintings, with which you can arrange open balcony blocks.
Wallpaper for external use consists of polyethylene or non-woven. They have a dense, elastic structure. They are characterized by a high degree of fire resistance, resistance to precipitation, environmental cleanliness. There are several types of these paintings:
Non-woven. They are a multilayer product. The base consists of compressed cellulose molecules. The top layer is foamed vinyl. Wallpaper has a long life, but does not allow steam and moisture, which can lead to fungus and mold.
Mineral based (fiberglass). The composition includes glass, limestone, dolomite, quartz sand, clay. They tolerate temperature changes well, are elastic. By their characteristics they are not inferior to the previous option, but they cost a little more.
Made of flexible stone. The three-layer canvas includes stone chips, polymer, acrylic resins, fiberglass. Differs in high durability and reliability. After pasting on the prepared surface, the wallpaper can be additionally covered with a layer of varnish.
Brick Wall Balcony Design: Design Options
The necessary atmosphere in the room is created by decoration with decorative materials. You can choose one specific direction or combine several options. By choosing the right way to finish the brick wall, you can create an elegant and functional design.
A simple balcony with a brick wall can be easily transformed from a household storage into a paradise for relaxation. Open observation platforms will have a finished look if they are filled with simple wooden furniture. The brick wall in this case should be finished with moisture resistant materials.
The loggia with panoramic glazing will be an excellent continuation of the loft style living room. Masonry can be artificially aged or seams can be highlighted with the help of jointing. Having expanded the opening, on the balcony you can organize an office or even a bedroom. Against the background of a restrained brick, a green greenhouse will look good. It can be decorated with additional lighting.
The minimalist style is just right for small rooms. Clear lines of masonry visually expand the space. Hinged cabinets, shelves under the railing and hanging structures will seem invisible. You can paint the walls and furniture in one color or make pronounced contrasts.
A great option for decorating a balcony with a brick wall in the style of Provence. The rustic design assumes the presence of natural objects, both furniture and decoration. Surfaces can be finished with decorative textured plaster, natural stone. We should not forget about the main decor - green spaces and beautiful flowers.
Conclusion
There are many ways to refine a brick wall on a balcony. The simplest and most demanded material is paint. Staining can be done with your own hands, and finding the right mixture is not difficult. The applied composition allows not only to transform the appearance of the masonry, but also to protect the surface from the effects of precipitation, mechanical damage.In addition to dyes, other building materials, for example, wall panels, wallpaper, decorative stone, plaster, can be used to design a balcony block under a brick.
Among the typical high-rise buildings, both built during the Soviet period and built later, it is almost impossible to find projects without balcony blocks. And although the situation has changed a bit in recent years, many apartment owners are interested in answering the question of how to improve brickwork on the balcony. There are several ways to solve this problem. The choice of a particular method depends on many factors.
You can change the look of a bricked wall using traditional painting, finishing materials, or by aging it. Staining is the simplest technique used in restoration, decorating the surface. Renovation procedures are necessary if the septum loses its original appearance, salt deposits, and severe damage caused by time.
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Features of finishing brickwork on the balcony
Ceramic brick has been used in construction for several millennia. However, for a long time it was considered only as a building material, which is convenient to work with, from above the surface of the walls was covered with a layer of plaster. As a decorative element, it began to be used only from the middle of the 19th century. Almost at the same time, in 1880, a silicate version of artificial stone was invented.
Brickwork made by professionals has an attractive, aesthetic appearance. Often it does not need additional decor, but sometimes you can not do without decoration. For example, if it is necessary to perform surface protection, style or color design contradicts the general direction in the interior. To solve this problem, you can use different tricks.
When choosing the right material, a number of important points are taken into account. First of all, you should pay attention to the presence of glazing. The walls of open balconies are exposed to atmospheric influences, are destroyed by natural phenomena. In most cases, they are painted or varnished, less often covered with a layer of decorative plaster, ceramic tiles.
For closed rooms, the number of building materials used for work is significantly higher, however, painting remains the most popular method of facing. Sometimes it is appropriate to use finishing materials that mimic a brick. For example, wallpaper, various wall panels. These types of coverage are relevant for the design of balcony blocks located in panel houses.
Choosing a paint for painting a brick wall
The construction market is crowded with various coloring agents, allowing you to transform the brickwork. It is not difficult to find a mixture suitable for work, but in order to make the right choice, a number of criteria should be considered:
When choosing coloring agents, you need to familiarize yourself with their composition, pay attention to the following indicators:
For interior painting
When choosing a mixture for painting walls indoors, the main criterion is the environmental cleanliness of the material and its decorative properties. Among the safest substances are waterborne (dispersion) paints. In most cases, manufacturers produce white products, however, it is easily tinted in any shade using the appropriate pigment.
As binders are used: polyvinyl acetate, latex, acrylic. The first of these species has a low price, does not fade in the sun, retains its original background for a long time, but is afraid of high humidity.The second option quickly turns yellow under the influence of ultraviolet rays, is destroyed at low temperatures. Dispersions based on acrylic are the highest quality, they can be used when performing facade work.
Water-based products are also classified as safe. After drying, they do not emit harmful substances hazardous to humans. In contrast to water dispersion compositions, they are characterized by a wide range of different shades; organic solvents are used for their dilution. There are acrylic, silicone, silicate, mineral (based on hydrated lime and cement) options.
For painting brick partitions indoors, any paints that are part of the emulsion group can be used. It is also worth paying attention to transparent varnish, which can become an alternative to coloring agents. Alkyd species, which include oil and enamel mixtures, are characterized by high toxicity, are mainly used for outdoor work. Silicate coatings are rarely selected due to an unpleasant odor.
For external painting
One of the easiest ways to finish your exterior wall is whitewashing. The solution can be easily prepared with your own hands from slaked lime. When diluted, the material is applied in several layers. Among its main advantages can be distinguished low cost, simple manufacture, vapor permeability, antiseptic properties. However, the surface is quickly contaminated and requires periodic updating.
An alternative to whitewashing can be a mineral water-based paint, which includes lime and cement. Also, from emulsion compositions for facade work, you can use silicone, acrylic products, as well as acrylic-latex. From dispersion - only acrylic options. Each species has its own characteristics, the service life can be from 3 to 10 years or more.
Oil paints cannot be used for painting new brickwork. The product dries very slowly, quickly burns out under the influence of sunlight. Silicate solutions, the basis of which is liquid glass, are mineral. They protect the brick surface well, and special aluminum, silicon additives give the coating anti-corrosion properties.
How to prepare the walls for self-decoration
The process of preparing the wall for painting is one of the most important stages. The life of the paintwork and the appearance of the surface depend on this. The work takes place in several stages:
Priming walls
Primer compositions are used to improve the adhesion (adhesion) of paints and varnishes to the wall to be painted. The solution is applied before painting. It performs a protective function, levels the surface, reduces paint consumption, increases its life. The primer reduces the absorbency of the wall, and thanks to the antiseptic additives that are part of it, it prevents the development of microorganisms and the appearance of mold.
Having decided to improve the loggia or balcony correctly, do not neglect the priming process. For processing masonry, it is best to use a silicate primer, which is characterized by resistance to natural influences. You can also consider using a universal acrylic mixture or mineral-based materials for external use.
It is necessary to apply the composition in two layers, with a thickness of not more than 2 mm. The first one should be thicker. Before laying the next one, you need to wait a certain time. Typically, the drying time is indicated on the package. You can treat the wall with a composition using a roller or brush. The first tool allows you to reduce soil consumption, the second you can work with uneven surfaces.
The painting process - the better to apply the paint
Brickwork of the balcony should be done with special facade compounds. Such paints have a special texture, well hide surface imperfections. They do not leave streaks and stains. The method of application has its own characteristics. As a tool, it is better to use a wide brush. This will allow the most effective seam processing.
The areas adjacent to the painted surfaces are covered with masking tape, the floor is covered with a film. Apply the composition from the corners, drawing vertical stripes from top to bottom. To paint the central part of the wall, you can use a roller. The paint is applied in several layers, taking breaks to dry.
If you need to process a large area, use a spray gun. The method allows you to increase the speed of surface finishing. Airborne, airless spraying is also necessary in several layers in stages. The staining process usually takes several days.
Using stencils when painting
Screen printing technology allows you to paint not the entire wall in one color, but only some areas. Having carefully selected the color gamut, you can hide various masonry defects, highlight winning places. Using special mock-ups, you can decorate a brick surface with original natural lines.
Realistic brick imitation can be done in several ways. There are many types of finishing materials for painting, capable of exactly repeating the texture. More often resort to the following options:
Stitch Method
They resort to this method of finishing after a complete laying of bricks, if the seams stand out strongly and an undesirable structure is visible. To refine the surfaces apply a metal arc with a concave end. The tool is leaned against the seam and moved with force in one direction. In this way, a convex or concave relief can be made. In the process, excess concrete is removed, clear edges of the pattern are formed. Stitching is also possible on already painted surfaces.
In some cases, according to a certain design idea, it is necessary to highlight each brick. To do this, resort to contrast staining of the seams. It is possible to start work only after the concrete has completely hardened. Seams are pre-cleaned and primed.
How to artificially age a brick
Many architects give preference to elements of archaic. Artificial aging of masonry is carried out by several methods. Before choosing the appropriate option, you need to consider the color of the future surface and its area.Antique masonry should have various signs indicating the effect of time - chaotic chips, cracks at the seams, voids in the place of some elements.
Artificial aging of the wall on the balcony is quite a noisy and dusty process. To work, you will need certain skills and the following tool:
The technique of turning a balcony wall into an ancient rarity is to carefully process each brick. The edges of some elements are randomly chipped at different angles. The flat surface of the bricks is wiped with emery. Separate areas are burned with a blowtorch until black stains and characteristic spots form. The seams are rubbed in some places with earth and green moss, imitating centuries-old operation.
To fix the result, the wall is covered with several layers of acrylic varnish. Finishing will help to protect the artificially created image from abrasion, and will not stain clothes and other items on the balcony.
Brick wall painting after plastering
Preliminary plastering of brick walls on the balcony will help to hide the unwanted relief, various surface defects. For processing the walls of an open room using a cement-sand mixture. It will create additional reinforcement before painting. The compositions lie evenly and evenly.
The preliminary coat for painting on glazed, heated loggias is made of gypsum without cement. The thick mixture is applied with a spatula, carefully leveled and cleaned defects. After drying, apply a primer and paint.
Stained brickwork is stained with special compounds. You can use any tool (roller, brush, airbrush) or several options at once. It is possible to apply the topcoat and re-finish after all previous layers have completely dried.
Other methods of decorating the walls of a balcony under a brick
Not everyone can afford real brickwork on the balcony. Stops apartment owners the heavy weight of piece goods, the complexity of surface design. Manufacturers of building materials offer consumers many products that repeat the size and texture of brick elements. Therefore, in some cases, it is easier to implement a design with decorative elements.
Sandwich paneling
A good option for decorating a brick wall allows you to create not only an aesthetic environment, but also get many practical advantages. Lightweight decorative insulation can be used on the balcony with any glazing. It is quick and easy to mount. For smooth surfaces, you do not even need to install a crate.
Decorative sandwich panels can have any color. Drawing under a brick happens in the natural sizes maximally imitating a laying or with bright impregnations for modern interiors. Installation on loggias of any size is carried out according to the following instructions:
Plastic paneling
Modern technologies allow the manufacture of plastic panels decorated with stone. Simple installation of the available elements allows you to create a coating that is as close as possible to real brickwork. The finished picture looks very beautiful. The main advantages of this method of decoration are ease of parts, ease of installation and maintenance, and durability. Plastic is not subject to temperature fluctuations, tolerates high humidity and exposure to direct sunlight.This is one of the most affordable options, the installation of which is easy to do with your own hands.
There are two ways to fasten: put panels on glue or fasten to a wooden crate. The glue method is suitable for small balconies, as it saves space. Its essence lies in gluing plastic under a brick on a perfectly flat wall. The disadvantage of the cladding option is the inability to repair individual strips and the loss of thermal insulation.
Fastening panels to a wooden crate is a more complex method, but preferred for all types of rooms. First, make markings for the correct installation of the guides. Then the wooden bars are treated with special anti-decay compounds and screwed to the surfaces. They fill the slats with a pitch of 50 cm, cover with insulation and fix the material with long strips. The first plastic guide is fixed with a stapler, the subsequent ones are latched with special locks.
Decorative plaster
Stucco finishing is carried out after creating a certain microclimate on the loggia. Temperature and humidity will have to be maintained throughout the life of the unit. For unheated rooms use special facade mixtures. Thanks to the huge range of materials, it is possible to achieve various color and texture solutions.
You can create an imitation of masonry using lime plaster. As tools use rollers, trowel, molds. Textured mixtures with the addition of marble, granite fractions are suitable. They can be painted in any color.
Thanks to the plastering of the walls of the balcony, an additional layer is formed, which increases the soundproofing, heat-insulating properties of the surface. Safe material does not form volatile compounds, is resistant to mechanical damage. The only minus of stucco for brick is a high level of static.Dust and dirt quickly clog into the grooves and cracks of the finished surface.
Brick tiles
The best finish for open balconies. Clinker tiles are made from special grades of clay by extrusion. It is presented in a huge assortment of colors and shapes. You can pick up elements similar to brickwork in all respects. Clinker tiles are used to decorate the walls and floor of the balcony. The building material is characterized by good wear resistance, withstands critically low temperatures. The material does not have a porous structure, which is why it does not absorb moisture at all.
The disadvantages of the coating include high thermal conductivity. The material cools very quickly, so in the winter it will not be comfortable to touch such a finish. When laying, all technologies must be followed. Before starting work, it is necessary to determine the scheme, select a drawing, and carry out accurate calculations.
Decorative or natural stone
Natural stone finishes look luxurious and expensive, but the cost of this material is very high. For work, artificial analogues imitating bricks are most often used. Decorative tiles are made from various raw materials. It may include gypsum, cement, clay. When preparing the mixture, paints, plasticizers, fiber, and other components that increase its quality characteristics are added to it. Among the most common types of such cladding, the following types of tiles can be distinguished:
Wallpapering the walls
Decorating walls with mock-up wallpapers is the cheapest type of finish. For glazed and insulated balconies, you can use any type, whether paper, vinyl or non-woven models. It is quite simple to work with this material, it can easily be glued on your own. Particular attention should be paid to facade paintings, with which you can arrange open balcony blocks.
Wallpaper for external use consists of polyethylene or non-woven. They have a dense, elastic structure. They are characterized by a high degree of fire resistance, resistance to precipitation, environmental cleanliness. There are several types of these paintings:
Brick Wall Balcony Design: Design Options
The necessary atmosphere in the room is created by decoration with decorative materials. You can choose one specific direction or combine several options. By choosing the right way to finish the brick wall, you can create an elegant and functional design.
A simple balcony with a brick wall can be easily transformed from a household storage into a paradise for relaxation. Open observation platforms will have a finished look if they are filled with simple wooden furniture. The brick wall in this case should be finished with moisture resistant materials.
The loggia with panoramic glazing will be an excellent continuation of the loft style living room. Masonry can be artificially aged or seams can be highlighted with the help of jointing. Having expanded the opening, on the balcony you can organize an office or even a bedroom. Against the background of a restrained brick, a green greenhouse will look good. It can be decorated with additional lighting.
The minimalist style is just right for small rooms. Clear lines of masonry visually expand the space. Hinged cabinets, shelves under the railing and hanging structures will seem invisible. You can paint the walls and furniture in one color or make pronounced contrasts.
A great option for decorating a balcony with a brick wall in the style of Provence. The rustic design assumes the presence of natural objects, both furniture and decoration. Surfaces can be finished with decorative textured plaster, natural stone. We should not forget about the main decor - green spaces and beautiful flowers.
Conclusion
There are many ways to refine a brick wall on a balcony. The simplest and most demanded material is paint. Staining can be done with your own hands, and finding the right mixture is not difficult. The applied composition allows not only to transform the appearance of the masonry, but also to protect the surface from the effects of precipitation, mechanical damage.In addition to dyes, other building materials, for example, wall panels, wallpaper, decorative stone, plaster, can be used to design a balcony block under a brick.