Decorative beams are designed to create a unique and unique design in the room. And it is noted that such an element of interior will perfectly fit into the style of country, high-tech and even avant-garde.
Proceeding from the above, it is not at all surprising that in recent years decorative beams have become more and more popular. If at first they were used only in some establishments (such as bars, pubs, restaurants, etc.), now it is safe to say that they have already moved to private houses, apartments, and offices.
It should also be noted that these beams are divided into two categories according to the type of material from which they are made. The first option is decorative beams made of wood. They were popular once upon a time. Although all their popularity was due to the fact that the tree simply did not have alternatives. But in 1970 such an alternative appeared. They were decorative beams of polyurethane. To date, this option is more massive and more common. As usual, for that is their own adequate reasons. First, polyurethane is times lighter than wood. And this causes great convenience of installation. Also in this case, there is no need for the presence of powerful bearing walls, to which the decorative beam is attached. Well and on the account of fastening: the beam executed from полиуретана, is simple enough to attach by means of саморезов or a special glue.
Also polyurethane decorative beams surpass wooden and by some other indicators. They meet all standards of fire safety, are not afraid of attack of insects, are resistant to moisture and so on. And all this despite the fact that the polyurethane beam looks exactly like a wooden beam.
Well, the last, almost the most important moment. Polyurethane is much cheaper than wood. Hence, it looks more preferable also in connection with the financial aspect. Although, on the other hand, it turns out that the wooden decorative beams acquire some exclusivity. As it is a natural material.
As for the general purpose of decorative beams, in addition to being able to cope with aesthetic functions perfectly, this decor element is also designed to hide some engineering communications that are unpleasant to the eye.
Also, if we are talking about a decorative beam made of polyurethane, do not forget about modern technology. The point is that these very beams can be created absolutely for every taste. It can be products with a rough "rough" surface. Similarly, it can be beams with an absolutely smooth coating. And polyurethane can imitate not only the color of the tree, but also the color of the same stone, which in certain circumstances looks exciting.
To date, there are a large number of manufacturers of such beams. Accordingly, and according to this indicator, the buyer will have to choose from. It can be both domestic manufacturers, and foreign.