Wooden houses are very popular among the population, because they are distinguished by beauty, environmental friendliness and a kind of grace. Inside, such a dwelling creates a warm and cozy atmosphere. If you properly finish such a house from the inside, then for many years several generations of residents will be able to live in comfort and beauty. Photos of examples of interior decoration of houses can be viewed in the presented selection.

When choosing materials for the interior decoration of a wooden house, you should pay attention to many factors. Summer-only homes and all-season buildings require different materials. If the house is built for living only in the warm months, then there is no need for any additional insulation materials. In this case, varnish, stain or special tinting is sufficient for wood processing.

A wooden house is good because it retains its unique microclimate. The materials used for interior decoration should not adversely affect temperature and humidity. The optimal finish for such a house should be suitable in composition to wood, that is, to be safe and environmentally friendly.

Log in the interior of a wooden house

The coefficients of the main material of the house and decoration should also be taken into account, since the temperature difference and humidity can expand or contract the materials. Wet rooms with strong heating are undesirable to build from a coniferous array. In such a microclimate, resin actively begins to stand out. When decorating different rooms in the house, you should take into account the features of the room, but keep the overall theme.

Features of the use of drywall

Drywall as a finish is recommended to be used if it is necessary to eliminate any defects: smooth out uneven walls or close communications. Interior partitions are made from drywall, and ceilings are also trimmed with them. If it is required to finish a room with high humidity, then it is recommended to use moisture-resistant materials, and if the temperature is elevated, then fire-resistant coatings will be required. Under the drywall, a crate of timber is usually installed. The design of a metal profile for wooden houses is not suitable.

clapboard

Although lining has been used in construction for a long time, new, modern types of this material have now appeared. The photo shows that it looks very aesthetically pleasing and easy to install. The slats are interconnected using special fasteners, allowing you to create a perfectly smooth beautiful surface. Clapboard lining is suitable for a bathroom, kitchen, veranda, that is, for rooms where it is always humid.

The lining has the following advantages:

• environmental friendliness;
• ease of installation;
• a wide palette of various colors and shades;
• large selection of varieties.

The disadvantages of this material include too high a price and the fact that it needs careful maintenance. Before you begin to sheathe the walls with clapboard, you need to install a crate of timber. The lamellas are thoroughly cleaned and dried beforehand. If there are stains, they are removed with ammonia or hydrogen peroxide. The final stage is coating the lining with varnish, sanding and one more varnishing.

Block house

Recently, a new type of wall paneling has gained great popularity all over the world - a block house. The use of this material for cladding the walls of a wooden house allows you to save the unique microclimate of the room. The block house is made of high quality wood and surpasses natural wood in its characteristics and performance. Even after a few years, the finish looks brand new.

The main advantages of the block house:

1. mechanical strength;
2. environmental friendliness;
3. aesthetic appearance;
4. light weight;
5. ease of assembly.

The texture of the material resembles natural wood and is highly decorative. From the photo you can evaluate the quality and aesthetics of the block house. For interior decoration, lamellas with a thickness of no more than 25 mm are suitable. It is undesirable to use thicker lamellas, since increased strength of the timber crate will be required. This, in turn, will lead to a decrease in free space in the room. The disadvantages of the material include too low vapor permeability and increased flammability.

When calculating the required amount of material, always add 10% to the stock. If suddenly there are not enough lamellas, then you will have to buy from another batch, which may differ slightly in color. After delivery from the warehouse, the material must lie in the room for two days in order to reach room temperature.

Block house wall decoration

Stages of work when finishing a block house:

• the material is mounted on a crate made of timber, every 50 cm;
• the distance between the bars is laid out with a heater. In this way, heat and sound insulation is preserved;
• individual boards of the block house are easily connected to each other with the help of protrusions located on their surface, this can be seen in the photo;
• on top, the material is varnished, which should be updated periodically.

Clean log house

If desired, you can make the interior of the house with a clean log house. This will preserve the natural style of the room, providing a unique aroma of fresh wood. In recent years, this type of finish has become increasingly popular due to environmental friendliness, beauty and durability.

A clean log house requires regular maintenance: updating the coating, removing dust and pollution. After five years, additional grinding and varnishing of the surface will be required.

Profiled timber as a finish for a wooden house

The disadvantages of this type of finish include high flammability and the possibility of decay. Also, a clean frame will not be able to hide the flaws of the walls, which are formed over time from moisture, temperature changes and shrinkage.

Plaster

Plaster in wooden houses is suitable only as a decorative coating for some areas. It will be correct to finish with textured types of material.

The advantages of this type of material, they can be seen in the photo:

• quickly levels surfaces;
• retains its original properties for a long time;
• very resistant to various mechanical influences;
• does not need careful care;
• dirt is not absorbed;
• large palette of colors and textures.

The price of the material in stores is quite high. Moreover, the putty finish needs to be updated every five years due to the shrinkage of the wooden house. If this does not scare, then the finish can be done with the help of plaster.

Painting

This option for finishing a private house is suitable for smooth surfaces without any flaws. First you need to carefully sand and tint the surfaces of the walls. The existing small defects in the seams are hidden with a special cord. It also serves as a heat-insulating element.

By painting the surfaces of a wooden house, you can highlight the natural beauty and style. For wall surfaces and ceilings, both colored antiseptic and water-based paint are suitable. Such processing creates aesthetics and allows the base to breathe.

What is good color antiseptic:

• protection against fungal diseases and mold;
• preservation of the structure of the tree and the natural texture of the log house;
• aesthetic appearance;
• the natural patterns on the wood stand out, creating a decorative tone.

First, the surfaces are treated with a colorless antiseptic, and then coated with a tinting solution. If desired, you can achieve any intensity of color. It depends on how many layers to apply. In modern stores, you can choose a tinting composition of a wide variety of shades. Types of coatings have a different structure - from glossy to silky matte. The choice of coloring, as shown in the photo, will help create an individual style of the room.

Panels

This is a fairly popular type of decoration that helps to emphasize the unique style of the interior. The choice of materials is very large, so that everyone can choose them according to their taste and for different styles. Modern panels are made of laminated, veneered MDF, which imitates drawings not only of wood, but also of leather, bamboo, and gypsum.

What are wall panels good for:

• convenient installation;
• good heat and sound insulation;
• stylish look.

Panels are selected according to the size in each case. First you need to install a fixed crate of timber. It is very easy to mount the elements; for this, a tongue and groove system is used. After finishing the work, a smooth coating without seams is obtained, which is suitable for the interior of any room.

Wall paneling

Choosing a surface for the floor

Choosing a floor covering for a wooden house should be done with great care, because it should be distinguished by significant strength and reliability. Natural boards on the floor emphasize the style of the room, harmoniously complement it. In order to protect the boards from moisture and exposure to pathogenic microorganisms, they are varnished and antiseptic.

Finishing the floor with laminate will decorate the room, creating a unique style. This coating is laid down very quickly. The laminate looks quite natural, it has the structure of natural wood. It does not require special care and is quite durable.

Laminate floor finish

Experts assure that in a private house it is necessary to use thermal insulation. Special insulating material is laid on the subfloor until the final finish. The insulation can be mineral wool, foil insulators or special bulk materials, such as those shown in the photo. Thermal insulation is laid out in the gap between the beams. The insulated subfloor should not come into contact with the finish. Between them there must be a gap of at least two centimeters.

How to finish the ceiling

For home decoration, how the ceiling surface is processed is of great importance. With the help of various materials, you can visually enlarge the room, make it more spacious and comfortable.

The coffered finish is becoming increasingly popular among buyers. Thanks to the combination of wooden beams and decorative inserts, it looks very beautiful and unusual. You can also use the painting on the ceiling. This option is more suitable for ethno style.

The ceiling in a wooden building, if desired, can also be finished with clapboard. With its help, a flat surface is created, and, thanks to the various textures and shades of the material, the completed ceiling will stand out against the background of the wall cladding.

Those who prefer a loft or country style interior may not finish the ceiling at all. Natural wood with natural chips, cracks and patterns will look very natural in such interiors, and the original beauty of the material will be preserved.

In the presented photo you can see the Scandinavian style of housing design. It is distinguished by a stylish concise design. This style is characterized by the use of natural wooden materials, both for the construction of the building and for its decoration. Such a house will have a different personality.

When finishing the ceiling in a room where it is often humid, the choice of materials should be approached especially seriously. It is undesirable to use only wood in this case, as it can rot over time. In rooms such as kitchen, bathroom, toilet, it is best to use stretch ceilings. The PVC coating will reliably protect the tree from moisture and steam. It has a varied palette of colors and textures and ultimately looks stylish and in the spirit of the times.

The most suitable ceiling materials:

• stretch coatings;
• laminate;
• veneered panels.

How to sheathe walls

When finishing a wooden house, wall cladding is started after the installation of communications and electrical wiring is completed. First, the surfaces must be checked with a level and make sure that they are even. If there are irregularities, it is necessary to mount a frame or crate for laying. When installing a crate from a bar between the slats, it is required to leave a space of 40 to 70 centimeters. It is filled with insulating material.

Having fixed the insulation, they begin to clean it up. For it, you can use a variety of modern materials. Everyone makes the choice of surface, based both on their individual preferences and on the stylistic decision of the interior of the room, as can be seen in the photo. Lining and other materials imitating timber are very popular.

When using a lining that imitates timber, the room will acquire an original style, warmth and comfort. Be sure to before laying you need to make sure that there are no defects in the material: chips, damage and knots. After laying, the surface is treated with a special putty, sanded, stained and varnished.

When choosing between a matte or glossy finish, experts advise purchasing a semi-matte finish.

The fact is that glossy compositions acquire an unpleasant unnatural sheen after a short time.

Asking the question of what kind of finishing material is the best for covering walls, we can say that this is a natural frame. Of course, first you need to sand it, tint it, and then apply an antiseptic or water-based paint to protect the tree from various external damage. Also suitable for any materials on a natural wooden base. Cork is one of the modern stylish materials, but it has a significant drawback - a high price. If money is not an issue, then cork flooring can be a great option.

Stages of finishing a wooden house from the inside:

• caulk;
• finish the walls in a final version;
• sheathe the ceiling;
• lay flooring;
• treat with stain;
• paint.

Before carrying out finishing work, the walls must be treated with fire and bioprotective compounds. They serve to protect wooden surfaces from various external influences: moisture, fire, steam, bugs.

Having decided to build a wooden house, the owners often puzzle over how to hide communications in the walls. Since it is impossible to ditch the walls or use concrete screeds, communications are hidden precisely under the finishing coatings. You need to try to choose a finish so that it looks beautiful, stylish, modern and fits perfectly with the intended interior.

A modern wooden house is an excellent choice for a comfortable family stay. To keep it for a long time, it is necessary to choose and execute the interior decoration correctly, while maintaining environmental friendliness, naturalness, style and beauty.

For many, a log house is associated with a traditional Russian hut. However, the abundance of wood in the interior can create a heavy atmosphere. To prevent this, you can consider interior decoration techniques for buildings of this type.

General provisions

The house made of rounded logs looks original. In some cases, it is not necessary to cover the inner surfaces of wooden walls at all. However, logs do not always look aesthetically pleasing - I want to close them with a more interesting type of sheathing. And here it is important to consider that the technology for installing the coating will differ from the cladding of walls made of concrete or brick. This is due to the properties of wood.

Based on this, the general provisions look like this:

• finishing of internal surfaces is carried out only after active shrinkage of the house;
• the process of caulking before finishing work is required;
• in order to avoid the appearance of mold, it is necessary to use materials with throughput for finishing;
• when using sealed raw materials, forced ventilation is performed;
• it is important to use lightweight materials so as not to create additional stress on the foundation and walls;
• if there is an attic, then they carefully consider the type of finishing raw materials, taking into account convenient installation on the walls of the roof, which is also the walls of the house.

If the building has already been erected, then the condition of the floors is assessed before finishing. If necessary, pay attention to places that differ in color, density and texture. For example, crumbling speaks of the destruction of the array by beetles. In this case, it is necessary to eliminate the cause of the damage and treat the tree with special impregnations.

When can you start?

Immediately after the construction of the house, the sealing of the joints of the building begins under the influence of the weight of logs, roofs and windows. The structure becomes stronger, voids between logs or timber are reduced. It is impossible to start finishing at this time: at best, the lining will tear (wallpaper), at worst, it will begin to chip off from the bases of the floors. If it is a floor or wall tile, it will be difficult to replace it, since the adhesive will also have to be removed.

The log house is shrinking all the time. Wherein shrinkage is divided into active and permanent. The active period lasts the first few months after the construction of the building. The term depends on the type of wood, its thickness, type and season of construction.

Usually, during the active phase, a house 3 m high shrinks by 10 cm in half a year. If glued beams were used in the work, then active shrinkage will take 3-4 months. When the building is made of ordinary logs or timber, it is possible to start finishing inside only after a year. The end of active shrinkage is determined with a tape measure: if the height of the walls does not change within 2-3 months, you can start the internal lining.

Preparatory activities

Caulk the walls, eliminating the gaps between the bars. This is the stage of warming the building and protecting it from moisture. Such a process is carried out regardless of whether interventional insulation was used or not at the stage of building a house box. In addition to caulking, the building is insulated using the “warm seam” technology.

In the first case, rollers or loops are rolled out of the insulation, then they are driven into the slots. You can roll out the strips and drive them into the slots until they stop, doing the work from the bottom up. The second technology is used by fans of modern know-how and synthetic materials. In this case, special acrylic or rubber sealants are used. It is impossible to do without carrying out protective measures during preparation - this will increase the service life of a log house and protect it from rapid destruction.

The tree attracts the attention of insects and rots if the climate in the region is rainy. In this case, it is treated with special impregnations. In addition, the array has to be sanded and primers used to strengthen the structure, and sometimes painted with special compounds. Since wood burns, it is treated with flame retardant impregnations.

Materials used

Usually in such buildings they try to use coatings that are easy to replace if necessary, with the exception of tiles and stone.

• For sealing jute cord is used, as well as tow, felt, moss, linen, sisal. Of these, jute is considered the best raw material - it does not rot, is durable and does not attract insects, although the craftsmen believe that this is more of a decorative rope than a heater. Sisal is good, but more expensive than analogues. Compaction is carried out twice. To avoid distortion, the crown is processed on both sides.
• For interior decoration walls, you can use lining, wall panels, slats, drywall. For finishing a fireplace or wall ledges, imitation brick or torn stone is suitable. It is undesirable to decorate floors with natural stone due to its large weight.
• For ceiling Stretch film, ceiling tiles and interlock panels can be used. For the floor, you can use laminate, parquet, grooved board, cork. Linoleum, carpet and tiles are used less frequently.

The fastening of finishing materials on the frame is carried out with a gap - this is necessary in case of deformation of the structure and its seasonal movements. So that rodents or insects do not start in the voids, the space is filled with glass wool. Electrical wiring is protected by metal pipes. They are saved from ants with a fine mesh, which is packed into the first crown of the log house.

Interior: how to decorate?

So that the house does not seem like a wooden box from the inside, you need to limit the amount of the array. The wood will look expressive, and the furniture against the background of the floors will look beautiful. However, lining around the entire perimeter of the rooms will not be in harmony with the overall interior. You need to choose one style for the whole house, but the materials for sheathing should be different.

For example, for a hallway or attic, you can choose slats from a chamber drying lining. Such material will not shrink over time. For the bathroom, bathroom and kitchen, you can choose wall panels, which will relieve wall ceilings from boredom and allow you to arrange the elements of the arrangement more harmoniously. At the same time, the texture of wall panels can be different - it depends on the possibility of simulating various materials.

For example, you can decorate the living room wall with imitation brick or stone masonry. The bathroom will look good marble or tile, as well as mosaic on the grid.

If there is natural ventilation, then panels made from wood derivatives, as well as bamboo and leather slabs, can be used for cladding. Moisture-resistant drywall will also look beautiful. It can be painted, wallpapered, combined with a stretch film.

Styles

In a wooden house it is difficult to create an atmosphere of modernity with an emphasis on technological advances in each material used. However, the possibilities of such a structure allow you to choose different directions of style, including some modern design trends. A log house is an excellent basis for the styles of the French hinterland. Provence, country - the best solutions for such buildings.

In addition, you can decorate the interior in the spirit of an Alpine chalet. The hunting lodge is one of the trendy trends today. In addition, such houses are a good basis for the implementation of environmental trends in style. If you start from the landscape, then you can perform various design projects. A boho-style arrangement will look good.

Classics with its craving for palace solemnity, columns, golden decor and stucco work cannot be created here, but art deco and modern are quite possible. The house can look elegant with the right approach to wall, floor and ceiling cladding. For example, a tree looks beautiful with an imitation of stone with metal. This allows you to decorate the interior of a wooden structure inside in the spirit of hi-tech, minimalism.

In addition, ethnic directions can be taken as a basis. For example, inside the house you can recreate the atmosphere of the English style by installing a fireplace in the living room. Walls can be sheathed with materials with a realistic imitation of natural materials.

The Scandinavian style will also look good with its desire for space and lightness, which is achieved by light colors in the design of the planes and a minimum of furniture elements.

Design Options

The first thing you should pay attention to is the severity of the floors. If logs are visible inside the house, then this can eventually cause internal discomfort. From the inside, there should not be the impression of an unfinished house - comfort is especially important for every household member.

The ceiling, walls, floor and furniture together should not visually press. Of course, you can leave some surfaces of the logs. However, it is better to combine them with other skins.

For example, wooden walls will look better if they are covered with light paint. The design of the ceiling with beams can be beaten with a contrast technique: use white or light color for the base, mark the beams with dark paint and choose a lamp of the same shade. In this case, you should not buy massive chandeliers with candles and pendants - laconic forms will look better and more harmonious here.

It is worth mixing woody tones with white. White plumbing and furniture are well suited for wooden wall decoration. You can choose ensembles with colored modules (for example, a white kitchen set with olive details). The right accessories will bring harmony to the interior. It can be a small panel, a picture, a photo in a frame.

The metal glossy hood looks beautiful in the kitchen. In this case, the furniture can be decorated with leather inserts. In some cases, forging in furniture and lamps also looks appropriate. It would be useful to make a kitchen apron in contrast to the wall material. However, moderation must be observed here:

• if the walls are even and plain, then you can tile with a patchwork design;
• with relief and the presence in the design of masonry under stone or brick, the apron can only be the same.

For the bathroom, on the contrary, panels are needed. Wall materials are thicker than ceiling counterparts, they have two mounting systems: seam and seamless. The difference is visually different in the width of the seam: in a seamless one, it is neater and smaller. With log walls, the design of the ceiling with wood-like material is undesirable. In other words, for a variety of design, you will have to reduce the number of logs inside the dwelling - it will be easier to choose any decor for floors and room furnishings.

October 4, 2016
Specialization: facade finishing, interior finishing, construction of dachas, garages. The experience of an amateur gardener and horticulturist. He also has experience repairing cars and motorcycles. Hobbies: playing the guitar and much more, for which there is not enough time :)

Recently, log houses have gained a “second life”, as a fashion for eco-friendly housing has appeared among the inhabitants of our country. Of course, modern wooden buildings are very different from old log cabins. In particular, it is customary to insulate and finish them, in fact, this article is devoted to this topic.

Below I will try to acquaint you in as much detail as possible with the nuances and optimal options for finishing a log house.

Finishing Requirements

Decorating a wooden house contains a number of features that beginners often miss. This leads to dampness of the wood, the occurrence of fungus and other negative consequences. Therefore, before proceeding to the description of the finishing technology, I will give some requirements that you need to know in order to avoid these negative consequences:

• You can start all finishing work only after shrinkage of the house. Shrinkage time depends on the type of material and wood, for example, a house made of logs shrinks the fastest. Buildings made of debarked logs take the longest to settle.
  On average, the shrinkage period is one and a half years;
• it is necessary to properly ensure the vapor and thermal insulation of the walls so that moisture does not accumulate on their surface;
• all wooden elements must be treated with protective impregnations before finishing, preventing wood decay and protecting it from other biological influences.

In addition, we should not forget about the aesthetic side of the issue. Therefore, you need to decide in advance how you want to see the house - you can keep its natural appearance or hide the logs under the finishing materials.

Hanging exterior finish

The decoration of any house, including a wooden one, includes two stages - this is the exterior and interior decoration. First of all, consider how to finish the facade.

As a rule, such an operation is required to insulate the house, as well as if the building is dilapidated and needs to be updated. The best option for finishing the facade of a log house is the “hinged facade” technology.

Among its advantages, several important advantages can be distinguished:

• wet work is not required, which is contraindicated for wood;
• allows you to maintain the vapor permeability of the house, due to which a favorable microclimate for a person is formed inside the housing;
• imitation of a log for exterior decoration or lining under a timber will allow you to maintain the natural appearance of a timber structure.

The process of finishing the facade using this technology consists of several stages:

Below I will look at each of them.

Wall preparation

Preparation is a very important step that cannot be neglected, since the durability of walls, thermal insulation and some other performance qualities of housing depend on it. Preparation is carried out as follows:

1. first of all, you need to dismantle with your own hands all the hinged elements of the facade, which may interfere with further work. These include antennas, visors, ebbs, etc.;
2. then the walls need to be covered with a protective impregnation. This can be done with a paint brush, or even a sprayer. Detailed instructions for the use of impregnation are available on its packaging;

1. then you need to insulate the gaps that usually occur between the crowns after shrinkage of the log structure. For these purposes, you can use tow or more modern materials, for example, polyurethane cords. The space between the crowns can be filled with building sealant, which is applied over the insulation.

This completes the facade preparation process.

Frame installation

Now you need to complete the frame. As a rule, bars or boards are used for this, which are attached to wooden walls using metal corners or brackets.

If the house is to be insulated, in addition to wooden beams, the following materials will be needed:

• insulation - mineral mats that do not burn, are environmentally friendly and have vapor permeability are perfect;
• vapor barrier film.

The assembly instructions for the frame look like this:

1. the installation of the frame should begin with fixing the vapor barrier film on the walls. For these purposes, you can use a construction stapler;
2. then you need to fix the vertical racks using metal corners or brackets. At the same time, it is very important to arrange them correctly - in the same vertical plane, so that the facade walls turn out to be even.
   To do this, during the installation process, it is necessary to use the building level. In addition, threads can be stretched between the two posts that are extreme from the corner, which will help align the intermediate posts.
   It should be noted that the distance between the posts should be a couple of centimeters less than the width of the mineral mats. This is necessary so that the latter fit tightly into the space of the frame;

1. when the frame is mounted on all external walls, you can begin to insulate them. To do this, lay the mats in the space between the uprights. At the same time, it is necessary to ensure that there are no gaps between the mats, which will subsequently serve as cold bridges;
2. now, on top of the frame, it is necessary to fix another layer of vapor barrier film using a stapler. It should be noted that the second layer of the film, like the first, must be overlapped, and the joints can even be glued with adhesive tape. This is necessary so that moisture from the outside cannot penetrate into the insulation;
3. on top of the film, a counter-lattice is attached to the racks, which can be located both vertically and horizontally, depending on the type of material with which the frame will be sheathed.

This completes the frame mounting process.

sheathing

Finishing the outside of a log house can be made with different materials:

• wooden finishing materials - these include lining, blockhouse, imitation of timber, etc.;
• vinyl siding;
• metal siding imitating timber or logs.

Finishing the house with metal siding under a log or a vinyl analogue is carried out as follows:

1. from the bottom along the perimeter of the house, the starting profile is mounted using self-tapping screws. In the process of performing this work, it is necessary to ensure that the profile is located strictly horizontally.;
2. then, at the corners of the house, corner profiles should be fixed, which are also set using a level;

1. Next is the installation of the siding itself. To do this, its lower part is inserted into the starting profile, and the upper part is attached to the counter-lattice using self-tapping screws. If necessary, the extreme panels from the corners can be cut with a hacksaw;
2. the second row of panels is installed according to the same principle, with the only difference that the lower part of the siding is connected not to the starting profile, but to the upper part of the upper siding;
3. before installing the last row of siding, you should fix the finishing profile around the perimeter of the walls.

When installing siding, self-tapping screws should be placed in the center of the oblong holes. Moreover, the caps must be underturned by a few millimeters so that the panels can move freely under the influence of thermal expansion.

A wooden lining is installed in approximately the same way. The only thing is that during its installation, starting profiles are not used, and the panels themselves are connected by a thorn-groove lock. At the same time, the lining is attached to the crate with self-tapping screws or special fasteners - kleimers, which, in turn, are fixed with self-tapping screws.

brick cladding

Wall cladding with bricks is a more complex and expensive way of finishing the facade of a log cabin, which radically changes its appearance. Therefore, it is most often used for finishing old houses that have lost their geometry and attractive appearance.

The cladding process begins with the preparation of the walls of the house according to the scheme described above. Further work is carried out in the following sequence:

1. First of all, it is necessary to prepare the foundation for the facing walls. As a rule, a shallow strip foundation is sufficient. On our portal you can find separate articles on the arrangement of strip foundations;
2. after the foundation concrete has hardened, its surface must be waterproofed. For these purposes, as a rule, roofing material is used, which is laid in several layers;

1. then masonry is erected. I must say that facing masonry requires a highly qualified bricklayer, so it is better to entrust this work to specialists. The price of this service starts on average from 10-13 rubles per brick.

Keep in mind that every three rows of masonry must be connected to the main wall with flexible ties. The latter should be located in increments of no more than 250 mm in one row.

In addition, from below in the wall and from above under the visor, it is necessary to make ventilation. To do this, the ends between the bricks are not filled with mortar. Air vents will provide ventilation of the space between the walls.

Here, in fact, are all the main nuances of facing a wooden house with bricks. The only thing, in the end, I note that with such a finish, the walls can also be insulated with mineral mats. The latter are fixed with dowels-umbrellas and flexible ties.

A vapor barrier film must be attached over the thermal insulation. At the same time, an air gap must be left between the thermal insulation and the facing wall.

Finishing from the inside

Interior decoration includes work on the ceiling, floor and walls. True, the process of finishing the floor and ceiling does not contain any features. Therefore, further we will consider only the technology of wall decoration, which most of all raises questions among home craftsmen.

I must say that in the process of finishing the walls, their insulation is performed very rarely. This is due to the following reasons:

• walls after thermal insulation from the inside cease to be heated;
• condensation appears between the wall and the thermal insulation;
• insulation reduces the space of the room.

However, in some cases it still makes sense to perform thermal insulation, for example, if external insulation was not enough or if a steam room is finished from a log. Therefore, we will further consider how to finish the walls and at the same time insulate them.

I must say right away that it is better to refuse to use plaster, since the plastering process is quite laborious and “wet”. In addition, the plastered surface is short-lived.

Thus, it is best to finish a wooden house in a dry way. This work includes the same steps as the exterior finish:

1. wall preparation;
2. frame installation;
3. sheathing.

The process of preparing the walls includes caulking and processing with a protective compound according to the scheme described above. Further work is carried out in the following sequence:

1. if you plan to insulate the walls, then it is imperative to complete the ventilation gap, which will ensure removal. To arrange such a gap, wooden slats should be fixed on the wall, placing them with horizontal belts in increments of about 50 cm;
2. further, a vapor barrier film must be fixed on top of the rails. The latter must be stretched tightly so that a ventilation space is formed between the wall and the film;
3. now you can fix vertical racks on the walls. It is best to use wooden beams for this. They are installed in the same way as for exterior wall decoration;
4. further, wiring is laid in the space of the frame, wires are brought out for sockets and switches. After that, mineral mats are laid in the space between the posts;
5. then, on top of the insulation, another layer of vapor barrier film is attached to the frame.

Further work depends on the type of material that will be used for sheathing the frame. For example, if an imitation of a log is used for interior decoration or lining, then the boards are arranged horizontally and fixed to the frame with self-tapping screws.

Between themselves, the boards are connected by a spike / groove locking connection. After sheathing the frame, the lining or imitation of the log should be coated with a protective impregnation or varnish. At the same time, the walls will retain their natural attractiveness.

According to the same principle, log baths are insulated. The only thing is that instead of a vapor barrier film, penofol can be used under the lining.

If you want to give the walls a more traditional look, for example, paste over them with wallpaper, the frame should be sheathed with drywall. In this case, the finish is more complex and lengthy:

1. drywall sheets are fastened to the frame with self-tapping screws, which are located in increments of no more than 25 cm. The sheets should be positioned so that the joints fall on the frame bars. At the same time, the caps of the self-tapping screws must be recessed, otherwise they will interfere with further finishing;

1. further, chamfers about 5 mm wide should be cut from the ends of the sheets;
2. then a reinforcing self-adhesive tape is glued to all joints of the sheets;
3. after that, two layers of soil are applied to the surface of the drywall using a paint roller or brush. The soil should lay down with a thin uniform film without streaks;

1. then you need to cover the joints of the sheets and the caps of the self-tapping screws with starting putty;
2. then it is necessary to cover the entire surface of the walls with a starting putty, using a wide spatula or a small one. The composition should be applied in a uniform, even layer, a few millimeters thick.
   During the filling process, perforated aluminum corners must be glued to the outer corners;

1. after the putty dries, the surface must be sanded with coarse sandpaper or a special mesh;
2. then the surface of the walls must be wiped with a damp cloth and primed again;
3. then a thin layer of finishing putty is applied;
4. at the end of the work, the finish layer must be carefully sanded with fine sandpaper, eliminating all flaws on the surface of the walls.

After such a rough finish, you can use almost any finishing materials, be it paint, wallpaper or even tiles.

Output

To carry out the finishing of a log house, whether it is a facade or internal walls, preferably in "dry" ways. The only thing is that this work requires strict adherence to technology. Otherwise, the durability of the walls can be significantly reduced.

For more information, see the video in this article. If you have any questions regarding the decoration of the log house, ask them in the comments, and I will be happy to answer you.

October 4, 2016

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Building from wood, probably, will always be. There is a very good atmosphere in such buildings, and the appearance of a well-cut house, according to the most modest estimates, is attractive. Finishing a wooden house inside is a separate topic with many nuances: wood is a special material, the characteristics and properties of which should be taken into account. We will talk about the technical and technological features of finishing work in a wooden house.

When to start

On a “fresh” log house, finishing work can begin no earlier than the main shrinkage has passed. If the log house is made of glued beams, 3-4 weeks should pass. For all other types of wooden houses, the period is calculated in months, and sometimes years. The exact shrinkage time depends on the initial moisture content of the raw materials, the climate zone and the time of construction. This is how difficult it is. In any case, earlier than in a year, in extreme cases, after 10 months, you should not start finishing. During this period of time, there is an active shrinkage of wood, logs and timber are reduced in size, the insulation laid between the crowns is crushed. If you attach the trim before the main processes have passed, it will fall off or skew it. Everything will have to be removed and redone. So there is no need to rush. Moreover, there will be enough work: you need to achieve tightness of the joints, and this is not easy. You need a careful competent caulking.

Usually the main caulking of a log house takes place in two stages. Primary - a few weeks after the installation of the log house, and secondary - about six months - eight months. Each time the cracks are clogged with insulation - jute, tow, sometimes moss. Immediately it is done both outside and inside, otherwise the house will warp. Therefore, the building is bypassed around the perimeter, caulking alternately, each crown, either from the outside or from the inside. Work begins from below, from the lowest row of logs or timber.

With each caulk, the log house rises by 5-7 cm. Then, under the force of gravity, it gradually settles. Compacted interventional insulation reliably covers the gaps. The quality of this work is very important: it not least depends on how warm it will be in the house.

Finishing work begins inside the wooden house after the log house sits down after the second caulk. To determine whether the process is complete or not, the height of the walls is periodically measured. If there are no significant changes within two to three months, we can assume that the main processes have passed. It's time to start decorating the inside and outside of the house.

Types of wall decoration of a wooden house

If the log house itself has an attractive appearance, it is rarely sheathed. In this case, it makes sense to reduce the cost of interior decoration: sand the log or beam and tint it. Only floors should be varnished: the varnish will prevent abrasion of the wood. And the walls and ceiling are best covered with tinting antiseptics or water-based paints. They do not paint over the texture of the wood, but only give it a shade, showing the pattern better. You still have to use antiseptics - to preserve the attractive appearance of the wood.

If the log or beam is normal, the caulk seam looks bad, it is sealed with a twisted cord, and the walls are finished in the same way - they are sanded and tinted. Everything looks good too, and the cord in the groove serves as an additional guarantee against drafts.

Ugly seams from caulking can be sealed with a cord - it looks attractive, and even from drafts

How to sheathe the walls in a wooden house inside

If the log house is so crooked or old that grinding will not help, you will have to make the interior decoration of a wooden house from clapboard, wall panels, drywall or other material.

For any of these materials, it is better to make a crate: this way you can level the surface of the walls. In addition, there is room behind the crate for free air circulation. In a wooden house, this is important, since only dry wood does not rot and blacken. Free air circulation between the finishing material and the wall will maintain their normal condition.

The crate in a house made of timber or logs is done in the same way: you need to remember that it must “float” so that the finish does not fly off

The distance behind the crate is also used; it must be made in non-combustible pipes, so you need a decent amount of space for it. There, if necessary, you can lay a heater - this is if your house turned out to be cold. If you spend a little on heating and the house is warm, it is better not to use any additional materials: neither insulation nor vapor barrier. Wood itself does an excellent job of maintaining a stable humidity in the house, and the extra layers only upset the balance.

Not everyone likes fastening the finish to the crate: if an animal or insects settles behind the sheathing, it is difficult to get rid of them. In this case, you can level the surface of the logs by removing the protruding parts and nail the finish to such a surface. A perfectly flat surface is difficult to achieve, but possible. The gaps between the finishing material and the wall, which in this case still exist, were once covered with clay. It will be thermal insulation and protect against drafts. Technologically, this is incorrect, but they do it too.

Whatever materials are used for cladding the walls of a wooden house inside, there should be a gap of at least 2-4 cm to the ceiling. For a “young” log house, this is insurance in case of shrinkage. For the old - a gap to compensate for changes in the geometry of the wood. She breathes all her life: it picks up moisture and swells, then it dries out. The gap under the ceiling will allow the tree to expand or shrink quietly, without consequences for the finish. If it is not done, then either cracks will appear, or the finish will bend / tear out. So that the gap does not “cut the eye”, it is closed with a ceiling plinth. It is nailed only to the stream, it is only leaned against the wall. In this case, all movements will be invisible.

Clapboard decoration inside the house

Clapboard is the leader among finishing materials. It is used both inside and outside the house, only with different processing (impregnations and paints are taken for exterior or interior work). It comes in different types. It's not just about different types of wood or different board widths. There are also different profiles: even, wavy, imitating a beam or a log house. There are several options in the photo below.

For finishing inside the house, the lining is taken not thick: 1.5-2 cm is enough. It costs less and does its job. Reiki can be positioned horizontally, vertically, at an angle. From the combinations of all these areas, you can get amazingly beautiful panels, but this is a laborious task.

When nailing the crate or planks, you need to remember about the shrinkage of the log house and the ability of the wood to swell and shrink. Near the floor and ceiling, do not nail the trim and the crate close, leave 2-4 cm each to compensate for these extensions.

Clapboard trim and walls and ceiling. And here and there it looks more than decent, but such a finish is relatively inexpensive. Cheaper (and easier to perform) just upholster with plywood and stick wallpaper. This, by the way, is a popular option for finishing a country house inside an economy class. With a sufficient level of performance, this method can also be used to decorate premises, not only in the country version. The only objection is the glue that is used in the manufacture of plywood. But if you take it as I emission class (allowed for use in children's institutions), then, probably, there will be nothing to worry about.

Mounting methods

Previously, they were not particularly worried and nailed the lining into the face (into the front surface) through and through. At best, they used nails without hats or finishing nails (they have very small hats). Sometimes the hats were covered with putty on wood and sanded, sometimes the holes from the screws were closed with pins. This is for the most fastidious and demanding quality finishes.

Today, even this method is considered not the most aesthetic: traces can still be seen. So that nothing can be seen, they use secret methods:

• nails or self-tapping screws are hammered at an angle into a spike or groove;
• with the help of clamps (clamps).

Both of these methods require patience and accuracy: small thin nails are used, they need to be nailed so as not to damage the front surface. To make it easier, you can beat not with nails, but with staples from a construction stapler. Staples are taken with a narrow back and long legs, made of stainless steel with sharpening. Although there are models of staplers that “shoot” nails with a very small head. For fastening the lining - that's it. They also use self-tapping screws. A comparison of the two methods is made in the video.

There is one nuance. If you bought a non-chamber drying lining (its moisture content is 7-8%), it will gradually dry out. Gaps will appear between the planks and you will either have to put up with them, or nail all the planks again. Sometimes two or three times. It's impossible to avoid it. You can only choose a profile in which the gaps will be invisible (profiles "Softline" and "Standard" in the figure in the previous section). In this regard, you need to think carefully about the better to fix the lining for the first time: it will have to be removed. Therefore, it is desirable to make it so that it is not difficult and that it does not collapse. Here everyone decides for himself: it is more convenient for someone to work with self-tapping screws, for someone with nails. Both methods are not ideal (it is difficult to pull out the nails, and you need to drill a hole under the head of the self-tapping screw), but both are acceptable.

Sometimes it becomes necessary to dock the lining with a wall of logs. Complexity can arise due to the fact that the wall has a non-linear shape. You can outline it using a small piece of lining, to which a simple pencil is attached. Having set the bar and leading along the wall with a piece of lining with a pencil, they transfer the shape of the log to the bar. By carefully sawing along the intended line, you can achieve an almost perfect match.

Wall panels for interior decoration

Finishing a wooden house inside with wall panels gives a completely different stylistic result. This finishing material is made from different materials with different textures:

• wood;
• bamboo;
• MDF (laminated and veneered);
• glass (smooth with photo printing, embossed, colored, transparent, matte);
• plastics and plastics;
• skin.

There are they type-setting or shield. Type-setting - long thin elements connected to each other according to the tenon-groove principle. Clapboard is essentially wall panels too. It's just that it has long been used as an independent category of finishing materials. Shield wall panels differ in geometry - they have a comparable length and width.

Everything is usually assembled on a crate (like lining), the bars of which are stuffed taking into account the dimensions of the chosen finish. Designers love this material: materials, texture and color schemes make it possible to realize a variety of ideas. Such interior decoration of a wooden house can be very expensive - leather - or cheap - MDF panels. But the appearance is quite decent.

If according to the technology the wall panels must be laid on glue (gypsum, for example), then on the crate (you remember that in a wooden house it needs to be made floating), substrate plates are attached - plywood, GVL, etc. Plates are installed on this substrate with glue. An example is shown in the video.

How to sheathe a wooden house from the inside with drywall

The technology of working in a house made of wood or other material is no different: a frame is assembled, and drywall is attached to it. Only, as in the case of the crate for lining, you need to leave gaps near the floor and ceiling. The only condition: this type of interior decoration of a wooden house is possible only after complete shrinkage (at least several years must pass and the house must be heated). Gypsum is a brittle material and will simply tear if changed significantly. The only option that will allow them to be ignored to some extent is to make a floating frame, attaching the profiles to the walls not rigidly, but leaving freedom of movement. Then the log house will settle on its own, and the drywall will remain in place.

With what and how to make a floating crate for fixing hard finishing materials (gypsum board, bases for ceramic tiles, etc.), see the video.

Another feature of finishing a wooden house with drywall: all joints, seams and corners must be glued with a polymer reinforcing mesh. It will prevent the formation of cracks in the most problematic areas (or slow their formation). If you need to make a house cladding from a bar inside with drywall, but you really don’t want to lose precious centimeters of area due to the installation of profiles, you can do it as in the next video. There are some good tips.

Features of the interior decoration of an old wooden house

If a house made of timber or logs has stood for several decades, first of all you need to assess the condition of the wood. To do this, remove the entire finish and “pick” all suspicious spots - darker or lighter in color, differing in structure or texture. You can do this with a screwdriver, a chisel, even a knife. If the wood is dense everywhere, there are no signs of destruction, everything is fine, you can start finishing. You may need to first impregnate walls and other structures with protective impregnation - to protect the wood for a few more decades. But not all owners of wooden houses agree to chemical treatment, so it's up to you.

In case the wood crumbles from your efforts, you need to consult a specialist. It is necessary to determine what caused the damage - insects, fungi or microorganisms - and what measures need to be taken. Then the damaged pieces or elements are changed, paying special attention to the treatment with antiseptics and protective impregnations of adjacent areas.

After evaluating or "treating" the wood, you can begin to update the appearance. Finishing an old wooden house inside is no different from those described above. Is it just that shrinkage should not be taken into account: there are no significant advances. So from this side, everything is somewhat simpler.

Houses have been built from wood for centuries, and, probably, they will be built for more than one century. Moreover, modern technologies and materials allow you to make the interior design of a wooden house in any style. The interior of a wooden house inside, made of wood in combination with a variety of materials, gives absolutely incredible effects.

Log houses: interior design options

If a log in a log house is of good quality, even and beautiful, it is polished and coated with tinting compounds. They do not hide the texture of the wood, but on the contrary, make it clearer. Moreover, this solution fits into different styles, the design is modern and harmonious.

Often the wood is covered with toning, giving it a light, almost white color. It is rarely white. Sometimes with a pinkish, sometimes with a beige tint, the color of cream or baked milk. Light logs create a special atmosphere. See the photo below for examples of such interiors.

This is the interior of the house made of logs. They are a little faded on the inside. The photo does not convey all the charm, but you can understand what it is about

Interior of a bedroom in a log house

The bedroom should be chamber, cozy. Everything in it should be conducive to relaxation. And most often, bedrooms are made in calm, light colors, inserting only a few color accents.

Whitewashed logs and dark finishes, furniture in the same colors. The non-linear lining ceiling creates an interesting visual effect, and the highlight is the rounded shape of the log.

The design techniques are the same: contrasts and playing with the texture of wood. There are many contrasts in the interior in the photo above: in addition to two colors, the uneven relief of the walls and the geometrically clear shapes of the furniture are also opposed. And the non-linear structure above the window is contrasted with the smooth surface of the floor.

Inside a wooden house, the atmosphere is completely different. The interior that correctly beats the wooden walls, complemented by textiles in the bedroom, is the basis of this variation. And linear and rounded shapes are also played out.

Children's room in a log house: design options

In the nursery, pure tones usually prevail. Everything must be strong, safe and beautiful. Safe - this is just about wood: carefully processed, it is silky to the touch. And wallpaper is not needed here at all: below are some ideas on how you can decorate a nursery from logs for kids and teenagers. They'll love it.

In the toddler room, bleached logs, a stretch ceiling and a few bright details create a memorable interior.

Please note that the logs are not painted over. They are coated with water-based paint or impregnation. It does not hide the pattern of wood, almost does not smell when applied, and even more so after.

For older children, there are other solutions. Bright colors on a neutral background - bold and unusual

A quieter option is a room for a girl.

The interior of the house from a bar

With a bar, everything is both simpler and more difficult. Easier - the surface is almost linear, it fits into modern trends much easier. But, on the other hand, such a wall is not much different from a well-finished brick or concrete one. The way out is to emphasize color or texture. Very interesting interiors are obtained. Especially in combination with ceiling beams.

Stability and reliability - that's the main feeling of this interior. Wood has always been and remains an elite material and this photo is proof of that.

And again contrasts: colors, textures, shapes. The main task is to unite and beat everything. The creamy tones of the timber on the walls are repeated on the ceiling, in textiles and on lampshades. Wood, silk leather are the most elite materials. Behind the restrained lines of this interior, confidence and stability are guessed.