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The PROMSTEKLO company is engaged in the manufacture of false windows with imitation of natural light using lighting systems.

These false windows allow you to create the effect of a real window thanks to UV printing technology and uniform light. In such decorative windows, you can create both a natural and a fabulous landscape - a forest, a blue sky, a flowering field, flying birds, sea motifs and much more. Your imagination can be unlimited thanks to the possibility of applying any pattern on glass - both from our Image Catalog, and your own photos or images from photo banks and photo stocks.

Imitation of a window in a room allows you to realize the effect of free space, visually enlarge the room, compensate for the lack of daylight - especially in cases where there are no ordinary windows into the interior. This is a frequent occurrence for office premises, premises in the basement of buildings, as well as attics in private houses and cottages.

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False window design

› The cost of a false window is formed from two parts:

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Frame- This is the structure that frames the light panel. This is a decorative part that gives realism to the whole structure. As a rule, it is made from an array of wood and can have any shape. The main task of the frame is to fit into the interior of the room as aesthetically as possible and close the edge of the light panel along the perimeter, where the glass adjoins the profile. In rare cases, the frame is made of plastic, using an ordinary plastic euro-window structure, fixing it to the wall, and not to the opening.

The cost of the frame depends on the design of the structure, the solid wood used and the paintwork. On average, the cost of a solid beech frame coated with clear varnish costs 7,500 rubles/m2.

12,000 rubles/m2. from 10,000 to 30,000 rubles / m2.

› Light panel of uniform glow can be implemented:

1. With the help of end illumination and a scattering matrix

This design consists of the following components:

1.1. Organic glass or polycarbonate with polished ends, on which a special scattering matrix is ​​glued.

1.2. A special profile into which the diode tape is inserted.

1.3. Glass or acrylic panel, on the reverse side of which an image is printed with a UV image with a view from the window.

1.4. A special aluminum profile, into which a diode tape is inserted around the perimeter.

1.5. Transformer with wire and plug for converting and supplying power to the diode strip.

Such a panel has a thickness of 17-25 mm and a weight of 13 kg/m2. And it can be installed anywhere (wall, ceiling, floor). The constraint has a width associated with the diffuse matrix. The maximum size is 1500 mm. The height limitation is related to the maximum print sizes. The maximum size is 4500 mm.

2. With the help of diode matrices in a niche

This design implies a niche with a minimum depth of 350 mm and consists of the following components:

2.1. Diode arrays with a lens. A special program calculates the number and placement of diode arrays in a niche to create uniform illumination.

2.2. The diffuser is a special plastic with a thickness of 2-6 mm, which evens out the flow of light and makes the glow uniform over the entire surface.

2.3. Glass or acrylic panel, on the reverse side of which an image is printed with a UV image with a view from the window.

2.4. Mounting accessories for attaching the panel and diffuser to the wall.

2.5. Transformer with wire and plug for converting and supplying power to diode arrays.

This design can be implemented both flush with the wall and as a lining on the wall with a 50 mm spade over the niche, and can be installed anywhere (wall, ceiling, floor). The size limit is related to print size limits. The maximum size is 2450x4500 mm.

› Examples of false windows in the interior

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Illumination for false windows

Modern trends in the organization of exclusive interiors currently require the use of not just decorative glass with a full-color image, but also its lighting. False windows made of artistic triplex and decorative panels with photo printing, played with light, provide ample opportunities for designers' imagination.

Soft warm light in the aprons lighting systems we use looks impressive and aesthetically pleasing and is able to create a cozy atmosphere in any room at night.

Illumination of the false window is realized with the help of a light panel of uniform luminescence.

Illuminated light panel is a sandwich of several layers of plastic and glass, framed by a profile that creates a realistic view of the panorama outside the window. The average cost of such a panel is 12 000 rub. The cost varies depending on the sizes in the range from 10,000 to 30,000 rubles / m2.

Completed works

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“I had a dark hallway in the apartment, and the light was constantly on. It does not look very aesthetically pleasing and the idea came to mind to make a false window with illumination in this place. I was surprised that very few companies in Chelyabinsk are engaged in this, so almost immediately I found the website of the Promsteklo company, where it is written in detail about such windows. The remaining issues, including the cost, were resolved by phone with the designer Evgeny. I received a detailed consultation and made an order, choosing a picture on the site along the way. By the way, I was pleased with the large selection on the site in the catalog of images. So, we decided on the drawing, paid for the order and it remains only to wait. They did not delay the deadlines and brought to the entrance themselves in their own transport. Got it in my hands, checked everything, there were no complaints. I hung it on the wall myself according to the instructions sent by mail, thanks for that too :) It looks great, the quality is on top, now my hallway has a large bright window. An outsider will not guess that this is a dummy. I also think to hang a curtain so that everything is very close to reality. Thank you!!!"

An apartment or a house is intended not only for protection from the weather, here a person rests, gains strength. In order for the time spent to bring pleasure, they come up with various decorative solutions. Imitation of a window on the wall, which helps to decorate the room, make it brighter and enjoy a beautiful view, is to install a false window. You can do all the work with your own hands, without the involvement of third-party specialists. In the article, we will consider why such structures are installed, how to choose the right place and step-by-step production of a false window with your own hands.

The purpose of installing a false window

You can get the perfect layout in the house only if it was built according to your own project. In other situations, the location of the rooms leaves much to be desired. To correct flaws, decorate a room or make deaf closets suitable for staying in them, false structures are used.

The imitation of a backlit window installed in the wall or on the ceiling looks especially good.

For such false elements, only the fact that they protrude beyond the plane of the wall and interfere with the arrangement of furniture can be considered a disadvantage. However, if necessary, the product can be removed and moved to a new location. Still, there are much more advantages, there are five points:

1. Background selection. Living in the city, outside the window you can see only the dullness of buildings and bustle. Everyone wants to feel at sea or in a calm, clean forest. An artificial window provides such an opportunity. You can choose the theme yourself and change it regularly if you wish.
2. Space expansion. In small rooms, long corridors and compact pantries, false windows help to visually increase the area. They are suitable for any interior design.
3. Decorative. Often blank walls are decorated with photographs or shelves with books. If it is difficult to decide on an option, you can use imitation windows with backlight. They will be not only a decorative element, but also a source of lighting.
4. Add-on for small spaces. With the help of a false decorative product, bathtubs, small kitchens and pantries are decorated.
5. Hides imperfections. If the wall is uneven or there is some kind of defect, you can hide it with a false window.

A variety of materials are suitable for manufacturing: wooden frames, planks, moldings, photo wallpapers. In extreme cases, the plot can be drawn independently. Such a variety of options makes it possible to choose a design in accordance with the overall interior concept and budget.

Choosing the right place

Before making an imitation of a window, you need to choose in which room it will be installed. This information will help determine the size, shape and appearance of the scenery. Consider suitable options for different rooms.

Living room

As a rule, this room is intended for gathering the whole family, receiving guests. Despite the large area, at times there may be an illusion of lack of space. By installing a false window with a pleasant landscape, you will visually expand the room. It is recommended to use a background with distant objects, such as a road stretching towards the horizon.

Depending on the interior, you can choose a suitable image. If modern high-tech furniture is installed, photographs of cities are inserted into the false window. Ecostyle will go well with the image of a forest or meadow. After installing the design on the ceiling, fill it with a picture with a blue sky or stars.

Children's

The child will not be interested in looking at photographs of cities or an ordinary forest. Many parents decide to choose a plot from a cartoon, a fairy tale. For a boy, a large castle with a dragon can be located behind a false window. A girl will be happy with a beautiful meadow where ponies, unicorns walk, fairies fly. Many children are happy to fall asleep under the images of the starry sky, especially if the backlight is built into the false element.

Bedroom

This room is designed for relaxation, so it is not recommended to choose expressive themes. For the frame, natural wood or another natural material is the best option. As a result, the room will help to relax and get rid of the daily hustle and bustle.

If you have difficulty waking up, choose bright colors and appropriate themes. In many ways, they will be related to your interests. Photos with a yacht or the sea cheer you up and motivate you to new achievements.

Working space

In order to stay focused on work, false windows with beautiful photographs of cities are used. Tall buildings, passing cars, people in a hurry will create a sense of urgency and increase productivity. If you want to relax, you can install a false design on the ceiling with the image of the sky. Leaning back in your chair, look into the blue, look at the clouds and thereby be able to calm down.

Kitchen

The best place to install a false window is the space above the stove. If the room is small, it may make sense to install the structure along the entire length of the wall. In this way, the space will visually increase. For the kitchen, photos are selected in accordance with the color of the headset or the overall interior design. It is recommended to give preference to images that have a perspective, a distant horizon.

We make a false window with backlight on our own

Before you make a false backlit window, it is important to prepare all the necessary materials and tools. To do this, try to understand what material you will use for the front part, it can be a picture or a mirror. The easiest material to make is wallpaper. They can be pulled on the box, and put the backlight inside.

Preparatory stage

To work, you will need the following tools:

• spatula and roller;
• screwdriver, drill, hammer;
• dowels and screws;
• pliers;
• screwdrivers;
• scotch;
• sandpaper;
• transformer for lighting fixtures and fastening to it.

It is impossible to make a false window with your own hands without suitable materials:

• drywall sheet or plywood in accordance with the planned size;
• putty to remove cracks and bumps;
• water-based or acrylic paint, for processing protruding wooden parts. The color is selected depending on the design of the room;
• platbands made of wood or plastic;
• as a lighting device, we recommend using an LED strip with a small voltage. The more often the diodes are located, the more uniform the light in the false window will be.
• to lower the current, purchase a 450 or 600 W transformer, depending on the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe future window simulation;
• image, photograph or special wallpaper cut to fit the frame;
• colorless plastic not thicker than 0.2 cm or glass;
• instant glue, polyurethane foam;
• leatherette for covering and foil.

Most tools can be found in every apartment. The necessary materials are of low cost, so the finished design will be inexpensive. The main costs in manufacturing are time and effort.

We collect the box

If according to the project you plan to make a false window out of glass, then ask that the material be cut in the store upon purchase. To do this, determine the dimensions in advance, write them down and give them to a specialist. Otherwise, with a lack of skill, the glass may crack or break off in the wrong place. You can install this material only in a wooden frame, and fix it with silicone sealant. Such a design will be bulky, heavy and difficult to manufacture, so we recommend choosing a transparent plastic.

When buying plastic, do not remove the protective film until the structure is assembled. The reason is that the material is easily scratched, which will make the false window lose some of its appeal. A matte sheet will scatter light better, which will add realism to images. Ten identical parts are cut from the finished sheet according to the given dimensions. To ensure that all parts are the same width and length, use a cardboard template.

The box will consist of two parts, the process of its assembly takes place in four stages:

1. The upper part should be 2 cm smaller in length and width than the prepared image. This is necessary so that the picture lies flat and the edges are bent.
2. The front is framed on four sides. The height of the walls depends on the selected lighting device and the dimensions of the transformer. Usually this figure ranges from 10 to 12 cm.
3. The lower part of the box is made 5 mm less in length and width than the front surface. This is done so that the upper part can be easily put on the base.
4. The walls are made and fixed on the lower part, in height they correspond to the panels from the second paragraph.

If the box is made of wood, then assemble it and fix it on self-tapping screws. For plastic, dichloroethane is used, which emits caustic fumes. To protect your health, carry out all work on the street, using personal protective equipment.

A safer option is Titan glue, it can be used right in the apartment. The walls of the box are fixed with plastic corners.

Wooden structures require more reliable material, so it is better to use metal corners that are screwed onto bolts or self-tapping screws.

Assembly and installation of false windows

When assembling the box, make sure that all corners are straight. Otherwise, it will not be possible to connect the front part to the base or the image will be pasted crookedly. After the preparatory work is completed, we proceed to the finishing process:

1. The inside of the base is covered with a reflective material. It can be special paint or regular baking foil. To simplify the process will help the use of plastic with a mirror surface, unfortunately, it has a high price.
2. We cut the LED strip in accordance with the width of the box. We prepare the required number of pieces for the entire area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe base. We connect each three parts with a wire in series and pull to the transformer. Next, we stretch the twisted copper pair to the outlet. We fix the strips themselves with glue on the inner surface of the base of the box.
3. We attach our image to the front part, and so that the remains of the glue do not shine through, we apply it only around the perimeter or after the photo has been folded.
4. The borders of the false window must be hidden under self-adhesive tape or leatherette. All imperfections, cracks and scratches must be puttied and covered with water-based paint.
5. We make a niche for installing the box, fix the base on the wall with self-tapping screws. It is important that the finished structure is flush with the plane of the wall.
6. We put on the front part, and the box is ready. We close the edges with moldings, platbands or a window frame, not forgetting to stretch the wire under them.

This simple tutorial will help you make your own false backlit window. The finished decorative product will delight the whole family and guests. If desired, you can change the picture, for example, put a photo of snowy mountains in winter.

The design of various premises for housing sometimes involves the use of rooms in which windows were not originally installed or they do not provide decent comfort and lighting. There is a solution to the problem, and for a long time. False windows will allow you to get out of the situation. They will not only expand the functionality of the room, but also give its interior originality and more light, visually increasing the volume of the room. Similar designs that hide flaws and decorate the room can be done with your own hands. Consider the features of modifications and instructions for their manufacture.

Scope of application

False windows are appropriate to mount in the following cases:

1. If the adjacent window openings are at a considerable distance from each other. In this case, the installation of a false window, which is formed on a free wall, does not interfere.
2. Decoration of such premises as a library, an office. Imitation of a backlit window will allow you to fill the room with the necessary amount of light, even if the design does not provide for standard windows. The realism and openness of the interior is ensured by the installation of a built-in fan.
3. For small offices, it is better to use false windows with photographic images that are appropriate in designing and decorating the interior.
4. False variations will help illuminate and brighten the dark corners of basements, corridors and halls.
5. Children's rooms, bathrooms, hallways, living rooms will also benefit from the design in question, which will give them unforgettable equipment with the skillful selection of thematic, color schemes, as well as the type of window replacement.

Advantages

Many designers in the design of houses use window imitation. This is not surprising, because such designs have practically no drawbacks, and the front, according to the possibility of their installation and types and combinations, is simply huge. In addition to the original interior design, false windows allow you to make a look out of them at your discretion.

Products ergonomically and correctly fit into any interior, making it brighter and visually increasing the space. Do you want to watch the sea surf, a beautiful sunset or a frosty blizzard every day, as well as another landscape to choose from? If yes, then the design in question is the best possibility for this.

False window designs can turn the disadvantages of rooms into their advantages; a lot of materials can serve as a material for their manufacture. The size and shape is also selected according to individual preferences and does not have any restrictions. Variations of the 3D format, which are created using the most modern technologies and software, will help to radically transform the room.

Kinds

The false window, the photo of which is given at the very beginning of the article, belongs to the category of painted modifications. This is one of the most expensive options as it requires manual work. But you can draw anything, including curtains, a window sill, flower vases and so on. For self-production, it is necessary to have the skills of an artist, in the absence of such, you will have to invite a specialist.

In this case, the flight of design fantasy is not limited. To add realism, you can combine the drawn part with natural inserts or elements. Such imitations will perfectly fit into the empty and shaded corners of the room, make the room more comfortable, add originality to the interior, thanks to unique patterns.

Wall mural

This configuration is most popular when creating false window openings. Realistic images, original landscapes, unusual drawings will fill the interior with new colors and their own atmosphere.

A false window made of photo wallpaper is one of the most affordable ways to design a structure yourself. The selected material is applied to the prepared surface, cleaned of dirt and knots, which has undergone priming. The canvases along the edges are fixed with a wooden frame or polyurethane moldings. Realism will add a window sill or plexiglass, as well as elements with house plants.

Mirror type options

Mirrors visually increase the useful space of the room, making it brighter. With their own hands, a false window of this type is made from a solid or tiled counterpart. The surface to be used must first be perfectly leveled.

Mounting methods for mirror configurations:

• A frame made of plastic, wood or metal of a solid type is mounted on a mirror fitted on the wall. Decorative elements are also attached to the top of the canvas. Then the design is supplemented with a curtain and a window sill.
• First, a frame is made, mirror tiles are placed in it, the finished part is placed on the wall.

It is better not to equip false windows made of mirrors with thick curtains, thereby ensuring the maximum performance of the functionality - expanding the room visually. To arrange an imitation of a window from a mirror tile, a special crate is prepared, which serves as a kind of binding. Inside the lattice, plates of suitable size are glued, after which the structure is fixed on the wall with dowels.

Placement methods

Imitations of window structures are mounted not only on the walls, but also on the ceiling. Often, owners and designers equip them with views of the starry sky or clouds, which allows you to relax after a hard day's work, watching interesting and peaceful landscapes. In terms of manufacturing design, such variations are more complicated than wall-mounted counterparts, but more and more often they are used by designers.

The false window, the photo of which is available below, is mounted on a perfectly flat surface or on a suspended ceiling. Combinations of this design and a stretch ceiling element depicting all sorts of original inserts give the room a simply stunning look. Additional LED adjustable lighting will add even more uniqueness, allowing you to adjust the lighting depending on the time of day.

In the case of installation of a structure, combining a stretch and suspended ceiling, flickering lights are often used against the background of the starry sky. Otherwise, the installation of not a real, but a beautiful window, requires taking into account the general mood and purpose of the room.

Lighting and virtual models

A backlit false window makes it possible to compensate for the absence or lack of natural light. Most often, this design is used in darkened rooms. Visually, the variation looks as realistic and spectacular as possible. Any landscapes, paintings or patterns will look even more attractive in the bright or dark glow of the LEDs.

The design under consideration is actively used in Europe, gradually conquering the domestic market. The main advantage of such an imitation is a unique moving picture, which can be changed at the request of the owner of the premises.

Another option is a virtual false window on the wall or ceiling. It is a liquid crystal panel connected to a computer. You simply select the desired photo or video, which is broadcast on the screen using a special program.

False window in niche

Some projects involve the creation of a false window structure in a niche. In this case, it is better to use photo wallpapers or realistic posters. The depth of the compartment will affect how the frame is attached. In a very deep niche, it is desirable to push the image slightly forward to the surface.

In addition, a backlight can be formed behind the frame. This will give the false window another role - a night lamp. After installing the light elements, slopes, a window sill and decorative elements are mounted. It can be blinds, an air grille or a similar detail. Sometimes such recesses are specially created in rooms using sheets of gypsum board. For such structures, you can order a factory-made plastic frame, taking into account the wishes of the owner of the premises.

What to consider when choosing a modification?

First of all, you need to choose the type and picture of the false window. The most suitable room for the installation of the structures in question is the living room. This is especially appropriate if guests gather in it and there is some constraint. A false window (see review) will visually enlarge the room, making it airier and brighter.

When choosing a window simulator, consider the color scheme and dimensions of the furniture, the type of finishing materials, and the general style of the room. For example, a nautical theme is suitable for a Mediterranean-style room, while minimalism goes well with urbanism.

The following are tips to help you decide on the type of false window and where to install it:

• For the living room, large windows with the image of the vault of heaven or something in this style are best suited.
• For a children's room, it is better to use applications with fairy-tale characters or various animals and marine life.
• In the bedroom, use peaceful calm tones.
• A false illuminated window will make it possible to make the office more functional, and the frescoes of a modern city or sky will allow you to relax and take a break.
• The bathroom is another room in which window imitation will also look original. Choose the color scheme to match the room decoration. This will visually expand it.
• In the hallway, a false mirror-type window would be appropriate. The lower part of the frame can be used to store small accessories, while the mirror itself will bring new notes to the interior of this room.

How to make a false window?

First you need to choose a suitable place on the wall or ceiling. Next, do the preparation of the sketch. It is subsequently transferred to the work surface. Suitable for frame. Wooden frames can be used as an alternative. Such a design is prepared by sanding, removing chips and potholes, puttying, painting in the desired color scheme.

After making the frame part, proceed to the next step. This is a kind of choice of the view from the window. Here the imagination and preferences of the owner will be the main factors. As filling, photo wallpapers, posters printed on a color printer, acrylic painting and so on are used. To facilitate the application of the image to the surface, appropriate markings are performed. After the base has dried, the frame is fixed. The cover on the false windows, the photo of which is presented below, is fixed with dowels or special glue, depending on the frame material.

Tools and materials

It is not difficult to make a false window on your own, but you should take care of the timely acquisition of the necessary materials and tools. According to experts, the easiest option is photo wallpaper or a printed picture to order.

To create a structure, you will need the following components:

• A sketch in the form of a drawing or a printed analogue of the appropriate subject and size.
• Plasterboard sheets.
• Putty.
• Roller, brush, drill.
• Paint or varnish.
• Dowels, screws or liquid nails.
• Hammer, screwdriver or screwdriver.
• Wooden platbands.

hand lit?

This process consists of several simple steps. To equip the backlight, you will need to prepare LEDs or fluorescent lamps, as well as mounts and control transformers. The manufacturing instructions are given step by step below:

1. A niche with a depth of about 20 millimeters is made from plasterboard sheets, its parts are puttyed and painted.
2. Platbands of the appropriate shape and dimensions are prepared, which are painted in the required color scheme.
3. Sockets for light and transformer elements, as well as holes for wiring output are marked and mounted. After that, fixing dowels are installed. It is worth noting that the angle of inclination of the lamps should be 45 degrees.
4. The structure is assembled by mounting lamps, between which transformers are placed, then wires are connected.
5. One end of the main wire is brought out into the provided hole for mounting the switch.
6. The sketch is fixed on drywall using special self-tapping screws.
7. Platbands are mounted.
8. Screws are masked by painting with a paint and varnish composition that matches the color scheme.

At the final stage, the design is decorated with a window sill, curtains, house plants and other decorative elements.

In conclusion

The presented material proves that false windows in the interior are one of the simplest, most effective and original ways to bring novelty and uniqueness to the design of the room. This is due to several possibilities. Firstly, window imitation can be made from several materials, up to drawing it at your own discretion. Secondly, such a design does not require significant costs, it radically transforms the interior of the room, even if before that there was not a single real window in it. Finally, fake is not only a decorative element, but also a practical detail that allows you to get additional lighting along with the original design.

It is worth noting that the installation of a false window opening is applicable to any room, including a bathroom and office space. Consumers can choose both an expensive virtual modification with the ability to customize and change the picture, as well as a budget, but quite acceptable option with photo wallpapers.

Design trends in interior decoration constantly offer us profitable solutions and new trends. Previously, a false window in the interior was considered an exceptional attribute of luxury, today designers are increasingly using this move to create an original design.

Do-it-yourself fake with backlight will bring a touch of nostalgia to the interior and help you stay in the trend of modern trends, where romanticism is valued.

The main vocation of window imitation is the visual expansion of space. Decorative window openings are used in small rooms. It can be a living room, hallway, bedroom, kitchen or bathroom. Another purpose of this element in the interior is a purely decorative function. You can choose any landscape for decoration, and the frame can become a decoration of the room, if you choose the appropriate materials and design style for its implementation.

And if you make a fake window with backlight, it will become an additional source of lighting. It is often false mounted in rooms with poor natural light due to the unfavorable location of real windows or their complete absence. Do not want to pay a significant amount for the work of an artist and designer? In this article, you can read how to make a false backlit window on your own without the use of expensive materials and technologies.

False with lighting in the interior of the room

There are two main types of decorative windows in living rooms:

• on the wall;
• on the ceiling.

The second type of decoration is much more expensive than the first. To make a decorative window on the ceiling, you must have certain skills and technologies. Therefore, we will stop the names on the wall version.

Wall decorative window openings come with and without lighting. A niche without lighting will not be able to fully perform the functions of a visual expansion of the room and an additional source of lighting. In the interior, illuminated windows are most often used to make a small room feel more spacious.

How the window will fit into the design

Harmony in the interior is an important factor. It should be taken into account when creating a fake box with your own hands. The window should be in harmony with the main accent in the interior. For example, if the room is decorated in, it is better to make a window overlooking the metropolis. A thin plastic panel or molding baguettes are suitable as a frame. The element can be made large, the window will greatly enliven the interior of the room with a small amount of furniture.

A room made in modern style can be decorated with a small window with a thick frame made of natural wood or molding, but the panel should have a classic look.

It is easy to make a molding frame with your own hands. The window can be decorated with real curtains for greater realism. As a landscape, you can choose a poster with a romantic image, for example, a flowering meadow, an old street or a landscape with a mirror surface of a lake.

How to make a false backlit window

You need to understand that the presence of lighting is associated with the need for a niche in the wall. It is in it that the backlight will be mounted.

There are two methods used to create a niche for a backlit window opening:

• cut a niche;
• make it with a drywall construction.

If the opening is small, perhaps it will be easier to make a recess in the wall. But this process will take a lot of time, it will be associated with significant noise, and then it will take a long time to get rid of a huge amount of dust. If these factors are not a problem for you, then you can apply this method.

It is much easier to make a niche in the wall of drywall. It is not necessary to mount the structure from the profile and drywall on all walls, only one will be enough.

This event does not require large expenses. The only drawback of such a solution is the need to “steal” a few centimeters from the free space of the room. But behind the panel you can hide the wiring leading to the backlight.

What to make a frame for a backlit window

It is not difficult to create a fake design with your own hands, the main thing is to decide on the materials used.

The following options can be used as a frame:

• an old horse frame, it will need to be sanded, painted or varnished;
• a specially ordered frame made of metal-plastic panels with inexpensive double-glazed windows;
• molding frame.

Glass can be inserted into a frame made of wood and metal-plastic, and the picture will be located at some distance from it. This option looks especially impressive, so - the image will not be distinguished from the real landscape outside the window.

Wall murals or a poster must be of good quality, otherwise the window will look cheap and out of place in the interior. The picture is best placed behind glass.

Care should be taken to ensure that the niche opens: although rarely, it will be necessary to change the light sources, and it is not advisable to dismantle the entire structure for this.

What will be the backlight

Making your own lighting is pretty easy. But first you need to decide which light elements will be used.

LED strip is the easiest and most economical option. It can be put around the entire perimeter of the window, but sometimes a short tape at the bottom or top of it is enough. This solution can make the landscape more natural, for example - the light will only pour from the sky, or from the water.

A fluorescent lamp is another good option, but the lighting will be brighter. It is able to illuminate the entire area of ​​the scenery.

Be careful with incandescent bulbs. From them, the surface of the picture and the glass can become very hot, therefore we use only light bulbs of minimum power.

Post installation of lighting fixtures can be taken to install the frame and picture. We remind you that the design must be removable. Do not forget that sometimes the backlight for a do-it-yourself window should turn off. Before you mount a backlit window, you need to outline it on the wall, then attach the decoration, and only after that proceed with the installation work.

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Window imitation is an opportunity to create an individual design of a room or a room in which this decor element is made, which allows you to create a division of space into zones and increase the visual perception of a particular room.

Imitation of a window in a modern apartment is carried out for a number of reasons related to the psychological aspects of the perception of a closed space, unresolved issues in the construction and decoration of premises, as well as design solutions that create an individual style.

Reasons for simulating a window:

• Fighting the depression caused by the seasons and the weather outside the real window.
• Bringing diversity to the world around, positively reflecting on the psychological state of a person.
• Concealment of defects in enclosing structures (walls and partitions), which for some reason cannot be eliminated in any other way.
• Combining several window openings, when it is technically impossible to do this, and the visual perception of this space requires this operation.
• Visual increase in the area of ​​​​small-sized premises.
• Design in an individual style can be expressed as: a false window with lighting, which will be an additional source of lighting for the room; creating the presence of window openings where it is not possible to fulfill them, but it feels like they should be; as a decoration of enclosing structures, on which there are no other design elements.

The choice of materials for the performance of work

To design a window imitation, different materials for its manufacture can be selected, these are:

• Wall mural depicting a window and the space outside it.

This is the cheapest and easiest option for installing false windows, because. There are a lot of options for photo wallpapers, and for their sticker you only need a flat surface and wallpaper glue.

• 3D drawing.

A more expensive version of photo wallpaper, which allows you to create the appearance of a three-dimensional structural element, which is false windows.

As a rule, a 3-D drawing is made individually, so it is quite expensive.

• The use of mirrors.

When using this material, the visual volume of the room increases, but what will be reflected in the mirror will correspond to the interior decoration of this room.

• Using the LCD display.

This is the most expensive and technically advanced version of the window simulation device. The display is connected to an electronic storage medium and the image behind the false window, based on it, may change depending on the user's preferences or in accordance with the installed image viewer.

Ready-made models of false windows

When creating an imitation of a window on a wall, you can use ready-made solutions or do it yourself.

Of the materials that were written about above, ready-made solutions include the option of using photo wallpapers, which are presented in a fairly large number, differing in geometric dimensions, types of design and the basis used on which they are made.

Another option for a ready-made solution for installing false windows, which is quite difficult to do on your own, is the installation of a finished window frame without a window opening.

With this option of simulating a window, a real window block is used, and instead of glasses, an image of a landscape or a different view from the window is mounted.

In some cases, glass is installed to give a natural look to the window opening, and images are mounted behind it.

With this variant of false windows, various ways of its design can be used, these are:

• Installation in a niche, on a wall or a partition, on a ceiling.
• Various color options and geometric dimensions of frames and transoms of the window used.
• The presence or absence of glass, and in their presence - a different amount in the window frame (type of glazing - single, double, etc.).
• Various geometric dimensions.
• With or without illumination.

The most costly option for a window imitation device in the interior of a room, implemented as a turnkey solution, will be the use of an LCD display. In this case, it is enough to decide on its place and installation method, then connect it to the power supply and turn on the image viewer.

Do-it-yourself window imitation

You can make an imitation of a false window yourself using mirrors or a 3-D drawing, although the drawing will have to be ordered from professionals who can draw it, because. Doing it by hand is not possible.

With the option of using mirrors, the work can be done as follows:

• The available window frame is taken and its location is determined (wall, partition, ceiling, etc.);
• It is decided how the frame will be placed at the installation site (in a niche, hung, inside the building envelope, etc.);
• Mirrors are cut in accordance with the size of the window frames, and then installed in them.
• If there is a large mirror corresponding to the size of the window opening, the mirror may not be cut, but mounted entirely behind the window frame. In this case, window glass is mounted in the sash of the frame.
• The issue of the need for backlighting is being addressed. If necessary, electrical wires are installed to connect the fixtures used for this purpose (LED strips, LED blocks or spotlights).
• A mirror, a frame and lighting fixtures are mounted, they are framed and connected.

The choice of false window design depending on the purpose of the room

In various rooms, window imitation should correspond to their purpose in order to contribute to the creation of comfortable conditions in these rooms.

When designing a living room and deciding on the design and execution of a false window in this room, you need to remember that a visual increase in space will not be superfluous here, due to the fact that there are usually a lot of people in the living room, these are family members, guests, friends.

The design style of the simulation should match the overall style of the living room and be as large as possible, which will give this room a free perception of space and individuality.

Various types of nature can be used as an image - forest, ocean, mountains, etc., and in the case of installation on the ceiling - a sunny sky or a starry sky.

Children's

The room reserved for children can also be equipped with false windows. In this case, fairy-tale views, cartoon scenes or views of the night sky can be used as an image.

Bedroom

In the bedroom, it is logical to simulate a window in the form of a sunrise outside the window, when this image will cheer you up after waking up, regardless of the real weather at that moment.

Cabinet

An office is a working area in an apartment or a country house, where everything should set a person in a working mood. In this case, a strict cityscape or an urban-style view would be appropriate.

Bathroom

In the bathroom, a good solution would be to use a false window made of mirrors.

Firstly, this is due to the fact that in such rooms there is high humidity and therefore photo wallpapers and 3-D drawings here will quickly absorb moisture and lose their appearance. For the same reason, it is not advisable to use an LCD display.

When using mirrors and appropriate lighting, the bathroom will take on a unique look and be more functional in terms of using mirrors for their main purpose.

Kitchen

The implementation of the window imitation option in the kitchen space depends on the size of the kitchen and its layout.

With a small area, a false window will help to “expand” the space, and the location in the working area (near the stove and sink) will allow you to give the kitchen a personality, make it more stylish and original.

Design features in the design of false windows

Sometimes, when creating an imitation of a window, regardless of the room in which this element of interior design is supposed to be mounted, the question arises whether it is necessary to hang curtains on this structure.

Designers do not have a clear answer to this question, but the most common opinion is that the presence of curtains gives a false window a more realistic look, close to the design of a real window.

The only option when curtains are difficult to use, from a technical point of view and in terms of their maintenance, is when window imitation is performed on the ceiling.

Performing work on simulating a window

As already mentioned above, options for simulating a window in a room can be done in various ways, depending on the materials used. How to do this with a mirror has already been discussed, but when using other materials and devices, the sequence of work is somewhat different.

When using photo wallpaper

When it is decided that the false window will be decorated using photo wallpaper, then the work is carried out as follows:

• The surface on which it is supposed to stick the photo wallpaper is being prepared. To do this, all irregularities on the building envelope (wall or partition) or ceiling are removed. If it is not possible to remove the irregularities, sheet material (fiberboard, plywood, chipboard, OSB) is laid on the surface.
• Photo wallpapers are cut in accordance with the cutting scheme, which, as a rule, is included in their delivery set.
• Glue is being prepared, the brand and its composition must comply with the recommendations that come with the photo wallpaper.
• Photo wallpaper is pasted onto the prepared surface according to the technology corresponding to the type of base on which the wallpaper is made and the requirements for the use of wallpaper glue.

When using photo wallpapers made using a self-adhesive film, there is no need for wallpaper glue, and photo wallpapers are cut before the adhesive pattern is separated from the lower, static layer.

When using 3-D drawing

With this design option, the sequence of work is similar to the option for using photo wallpapers, except that there is no need to cut, and the dimensions of the surface to be prepared must correspond to the geometric dimensions of the pattern.

When using the LCD display

This window imitation option can be made in various spatial installation options (hinged, in a niche, on the ceiling, etc.), depending on the designer's imagination or the user's wishes.

The process of performing work depends on the fastening elements provided by this electronic device and its location, in the following order:

• The installation location of the LCD display is determined.
• In accordance with the design of the device, supporting elements are purchased and installed.
• Hanging the LCD display in progress.
• The LCD display is connected to the electrical network and other devices that ensure its operation.

Illumination of false windows

Another not unimportant way to give the window imitation a complete look, while creating additional artificial lighting in the room, is to illuminate such a window.

Illumination can be performed using various fixtures and light sources (LEDs, energy-saving lamps or LED strips), depending on the design, materials used and the location of the false window.

The only condition for the successful completion of this operation is the laying of electrical wires and cables before work is carried out on the arrangement of such an option for decorating the interior of a room or other room.