How to choose the most successful imitation of timber for decoration inside the house

A house made of natural solid timber looks beautiful and natural both inside and out. But not everyone can afford to build such a house. To create an atmosphere of unity with nature and comfort indoors, imitation of timber can be used for wall decoration.

In its production, not a whole log is used, but part of it. Outwardly, the imitation is similar to euro lining, but differs from it in thickness and width. In appearance, these boards look like a solid bar with a beautiful texture. The plus is that they cost less than a log.

Varieties of simulated timber

Imitation of timber is made from various types of wood and has a different degree of processing. Depending on this, it is divided into classes:

1. Extra. This is a super grade. Such a board has a smooth and even surface with almost no knots.
2. "Prima." Standards allow no more than one knot per linear meter of board.
3. AB. Assumes few knots, small in size.
4. "Economy". The number of knots is not limited, can be small and large.

How to choose the best option

Imitation of timber can be produced from various species of wood, which may be better suited for some rooms and worse for others. For example:

• Due to the high resin content, spruce and pine are not allowed in rooms with elevated temperatures. The drawing is simple, yellowish, which is more compatible with the kitchen or the corridor;
• Larch resists moisture well, so you can install it in the kitchen and in the bathroom. Her hue is light, which makes the room wider visually. Larch is good for people with respiratory diseases;
• The antibacterial properties of cedar help neutralize harmful microbes. The relief of the boards with a dark shade emphasizes the severity of the interior. Cedar perfectly retains heat;
• Oak is also very moisture resistant and durable. It has a light straw shade that creates a rich interior design.

There are two options for decorating walls and ceilings with imitation timber: monolithic and combined. The first method involves paneling the entire area of ​​the room, while the second one combines wood with other materials such as wallpaper, stone, glass.

To choose the most successful imitation of timber, you need to take into account the specific features of the room, as well as the functions that the decoration will perform. Getting to the installation of boards, you need to learn the basic rules of fastening and location of the material.

After completing the work, the boards can be sanded and painted. Or this work is done even at the stage of production of imitation timber.