Decor in the kitchen with decorative stone. The best examples of wall decoration with decorative stone and wallpaper in the hallway and in the kitchen

The stone in the interior of the kitchen emphasizes the beautiful illumination of the island

Stone in the interior of the kitchen is one of the trends this year. Reconstruction with the subsequent transformation of industrial and warehouse premises into residential buildings is becoming more and more frequent. Therefore, stone walls, which until recently were exclusively an attribute of outdoor decor, find their place in the most intimate areas of the house - bedrooms and bathrooms.

We invite you to explore 30 magnificent cuisines that exude charm rustic style thanks to the stone walls. Each of these interiors is an example of a relaxed combination of modern ergonomics and complex, multifaceted aesthetics.

Smart modern kitchens

Stone wall in modern kitchen can be just an accent, a feature that acts as a contrasting detail and corrects the nature of the space. But with a well-designed island, progressive cabinets and multi-component lighting, such an interior can turn into a true masterpiece of modern design.

Amazing kitchen with sliding glass roof and island that follows the curve of the wall

Natural limestone shades are combined with a gray vaulted ceiling

The wall connects the kitchen space with the terrace in front of the pool

The open plan allows the natural landscape to be part of the kitchen interior

Contemporary island and light wardrobes are combined with charming rustic décor, dominated by shades of beige

Functional kitchen with thoughtful lighting and natural stone wall

Rural or farm cuisine

In these kitchens, stone ceases to play the role of an accent addition and becomes a natural feature that emphasizes style. Stone walls with rough finishes and asymmetric masonry are better suited to create rustic looks, while “farmhouse” interiors tend to have warm textures.

Gourmet kitchen / dining area with fireplace and lilac cabinets

Rustic style effectively sets off the exclusive La Cornue cooker

Limestone gives the space a sense of ease

Classic European style unique stone walls and limestone floor

An original combination of the two different types stone provides a new interpretation of traditional cuisine

Open ceiling beams and natural stone in the interior of a compact kitchen

Mountain hut-inspired design

The charm of a European castle in the interior of a modern kitchen

Contrasting walls create a dynamic combination

Comfortable kitchen finished with limestone and wood of the same color

Cozy Mediterranean atmosphere

Ceiling beams, dark wood, warm, inviting hues and an abundance of textured elements. The beautiful Mediterranean cuisine is perfect for a time with your family. It can be a resting place from a frantic rhythm. Everyday life and an authentic space of relaxation. Its traditional features are perfectly combined with stone.

The black stove and hood form the focal center of the interior, very effective and original

Brick ceiling vaults - a sensational detail in a designer kitchen

Mediterranean style supported by stunning wall decor

Original arched window framed by granite

Reclaimed limestone makes cozy kitchen incredibly fashionable and luxurious

Unplastered walls fit perfectly into the sunny look of the kitchen

Stone as a bright touch

The stone can act as an additional accent. As an inexpensive, but high-quality alternative to natural stone, we suggest considering facing tiles.

Creative use of stone in modern white kitchens

Expressive interiors combine classic and modern styles

Original design with exposed masonry and compact work area

Intricate industrial-style interiors are complemented by marble countertops

Unplastered walls of an old barn converted into a modern annex

Rock stone and charcoal accent wall in a compact interior

Aventurine wall brings rustic charm to the industrial look of modern kitchens

Kitchen interior today is modern technologies and ergonomics present in each element. The expressive texture, beauty and uniqueness of the stone, working in contrast, only emphasize these features.

New renovation - new expectations. But how can you expect something truly new if you continue to think in old patterns? If you want the redevelopment in an apartment or house to bring a real, and not a far-fetched change in the interior for the better, you should already use the usual design ideas look with fresh eyes. You may not have noticed, but in the design of interiors there has long been a tendency to synthesize finishing materials that are polar to each other in aesthetics. A sort of interior oxymoron, a combination of the incompatible - in theory, but in practice, as it turns out, everything works brilliantly. The focus of our attention today is wall decoration in the kitchen and in the hallway with decorative stone and wallpaper. We will carefully study the photos from modern interiors, consider all the advantages of the solution, and also try to give worthwhile recommendations for the optimal implementation of the winning combination in life. In a word, it will be interesting.


All the benefits of the combination


Natural stone is mainly used for finishing the facades of private houses, but for interior decoration it is advisable to use its imitation from modern finishing materials. Probably this one rare case when the copy is no worse than the original, especially if you look at this case from a practical point of view. Consider all the advantages of combining decorative stone and wallpaper in the decoration of the walls in the hallway and in the kitchen.

  1. resistance to mechanical stress- This is especially true for ceramic imitation of stone textures and embossed vinyl wallpaper;
  2. style versatility- such a combination will fit favorably into classic interior and modern design built according to the laws of a loft and minimalism;
  3. eco-safety- almost all materials used for the manufacture of decorative stone are created on the basis of natural ingredients, so you can always use them in any room, even in the kitchen, where you regularly eat, store food and cook;
  4. favorable combination with lighting- accentuate the stone texture with the lamps located in the right place and you will see how the atmosphere in the room will change greatly;
  5. light weight- unlike the so-called natural stone decorative is quite lightweight and can be easily used even in plasterboard structures;
  6. affordable price- and again, it is worth mentioning natural stone and making quite obvious conclusions about more favorable cost its imitation, as well as about the cost of wallpaper - relatively inexpensive, cute and practical;
  7. a lot of variations- you can choose wallpaper with a stone texture and harmoniously complement a fragment of the wall trimmed with imitation, or use a photo wallpaper with an interesting pattern and correctly fit it on a wall trimmed with stone around the perimeter: and these are just a few good options from a whole series of possible.






As for the technical aspects of using wall decoration with decorative stone and wallpaper, for example, in the hallway and in the kitchen, then already from the photo above we can draw a fair conclusion: such a combination can be safely used in the interior, regardless of the level of humidity in the apartment or house, are there any open sources of water nearby, is it observed temperature regime, are there any prerequisites for the occurrence of mold and other manifestations of pathogenic flora. However, with some materials, you need to be extremely careful and apply certain tricks in order to prolong their life for as long as possible. But more about that - in the section dedicated to materials that are widely used in industry to produce high-quality imitation of stone texture in the interior.







Modern materials for imitation of stone


Surely, you have all met wall decoration more than once, where decorative stone is combined with wallpaper in the format of both the kitchen and the hallway. Or you have seen a lot of photos on the Internet with similar examples of interior design. The stone texture on almost all of them looked convincing, but in some cases, completely different materials... What are modern materials best suited for this task?

Gypsum

  • a large selection of textures;
  • very convincing transmission of the characteristics of rocks;
  • absolute ease of installation.


Today it is gypsum that is one of the most successful ways to "settle" stone decoration in your interior, and without any strain for your budget. An affordable price tag, a large number of mastered forms, very low weight and simple installation - what else is needed for happiness? Oh yes, gypsum is not only possible, but even necessary to be painted: you can correctly fit it anywhere, and with well-chosen wallpaper nearby, the interior has every chance of noticeably transforming. If your walls are made of gypsum board sheets, then this option will be the best solution.


Good advice: after installation, you can treat the plaster with varnish with the effect of wet asphalt or any other glossy shine and stretch a neutral-colored LED strip over the wall - you will get an amazingly beautiful solution that amazes with deep realism of texture and incredible volume. Checked!



Clinker


Clinker refers to red clay tiles that have undergone severe heat treatment. As a rule, they are used not only for decorative wall decoration in the hallway and in the kitchen, but also outside, as decoration of facades. Based on this, it is already possible to draw a very specific conclusion about how convincing the clinker is in its characteristics:

  • not afraid of water or high / low temperatures;
  • fireproof;
  • absolutely non-toxic;
  • easily fits into the most capricious interior.





The photo shows several options for decorating the walls with such a decorative stone in the hallway and in the kitchen - next to and without wallpaper.





Porcelain stoneware

  • very strong but heavy tiles;
  • impeccable performance;
  • unconvincing relief.


Porcelain stoneware is often confused with clinker, but the difference between them is quite significant: porcelain stoneware is hardened at a higher temperature, its base is made of ceramic mixed with quartz sand... In terms of characteristics, of course, full parity: also universal use - and also absolute immunity even to strong mechanical stress. However, in terms of conveying the features of stone texture, porcelain stoneware does not have many trump cards. It perfectly copes with imitation of marble rocks, however, in everything that concerns volume and relief, it loses outright to the gypsum and clinker versions.

Flexible stone

  • easy-to-use material;
  • high price;
  • well suited for the design of non-linear surfaces.




An option that is rarely seen in modern interiors due to its high cost. However, the visual decorative effect fully justifies the material investment. And from the point of view of installation, everything is very simple and understandable even for beginners.



You can read more about the most popular types of decorative stone in the article: "Decoration stone for walls inside an apartment".

Key features of use


Every time we try to integrate some kind of new item We hope that it will unleash its potential anyway. However, the opposite situation often occurs. In order not to sprinkle ashes on your head afterwards, it is better to foresee all the nuances in advance - such a constructive approach to the organization of the interior will undoubtedly bear fruit.

Consider the size of the room

Very often people try to overload their already humble square meters catchy details. Decorating the walls with decorative stone and wallpaper cannot be attributed to cosmetic changes in the interior: such a combination invariably attracts attention, makes one glance at the texture over and over again and celebrate the mood that it brings to the house. And it's good if there is enough free space for the entire decorative potential of such a solution to be fully revealed. But in the opposite case, we get an extremely uncomfortable interior with all the ensuing sad consequences.




Remember: decorative stone in combination with wallpaper in any room requires enough free space to unfold the beauty of its texture. If the useful area of ​​the room is modest, then it is worth considering the advisability of using such a combination in general, otherwise the risk of turning the apartment into a kind of cave and losing all the comfort is very great.


Lighting is your secret weapon

We have already mentioned the role of lighting in unleashing the decorative potential of stone texture. You really have at your disposal a significant trump card, the use of which allows you to radically transform the visual appearance of the room and emphasize good choice one or another finishing solution.


If the texture of the decorative stone is already replete with relief and you want to consistently scatter light over the entire surface of the wall in order to create a harmonious look, then use the frontal rays, which allow you to somewhat smooth out the relief and remove all unnecessary shadows. This option is good again for small rooms in which an overly active decorative stone texture on the walls can provoke visual redundancy.


If you are faced with the exact opposite task, then use central lighting with streams of light from above: this way you can get an amazingly beautiful and even mysterious play of shadows and favorably emphasize the features of the stone texture of the walls.


The photo shows several options for using a winning combination. We picked up options both in the hallway and in the kitchen.










Wall mural + plaster = a good combination

Sometimes there is nowhere to turn around in the hallway, but if you decorate the wall fresh and original, then your guests will completely forget even about such an inconvenience. For this, use wallpaper with some interesting image, and on top of it, decorate the walls with decorative stone. Gypsum is very suitable for these purposes, which adheres perfectly to any kind of surface. As a result, you can get a breathtakingly beautiful result that will significantly expand the boundaries of your cramped hallway and make you feel comfortable not only for your guests, but also for yourself.




Here are a few successful examples with a photo where a similar wall decoration made in the hallway with decorative stone and wallpaper - and you can look at it endlessly.





Be smarter - add decorative stone to the corners

Our four-legged friends at home have an undisguised love for corners: the way the wallpaper is damaged in these places can be seen in every apartment. However, you may well be smart and give a decisive rebuff to the unbelted "hooligans" if you decorate the walls with decorative stone just in this "demanded" place. As a result, the walls will receive plus a few points for visual excellence, but most importantly, they will remain intact.






However, even if you do not have pets, nothing prevents you from using such a tool: in combination with wallpaper, it looks extremely advantageous, fresh and interesting.





Highlighting the apron and dining area

You should be extremely careful here: not every decorative material used to imitate stone can be suitable for decoration working area(apron). The fact is that constant operation in conditions of high humidity, periodic contact with water can seriously shorten the service life. plaster finish walls. But they will perfectly cope with all these nuances of imitation from porcelain stoneware, flexible stone or clinker- they can be safely used to decorate the selection of the working area.








Beautifully illuminated led strip, these decorative materials for walls help create a great mood and imbued with the very home atmosphere, to the creation of which absolutely all the owners in the world strive.


The only thing is that for these purposes it is better to use a calmer texture - it is easier to care for it, and every housewife knows very well what an apron is and how long it sometimes takes to wash it after intensive cooking.




But as a wall decoration for the dining area, gypsum shows itself perfectly without losing its performance. Take a look at a few photos and see this. We emphasize that wallpaper in the kitchen should also be chosen carefully, giving preference to practical washable options.







V recent times to create a beautiful and modern interior it is customary to use innovative finishing methods. Manufacturers offer a wide range of indoor wall materials that can be easily found on store shelves.


Kitchen apron with stone finish

Decorative stone in the kitchen is one of the modern ways surface cladding and is becoming more and more popular. Wide use it received thanks to its elegance, variety and ease of installation.

Gypsum stone can be made by hand. Watch this video:

The cladding can also be produced on our own, no special knowledge, skills and the use of any tool are required. This decor is suitable for any space, including the kitchen.

Material features

Undoubtedly, the stone gives a very beautiful, fashionable and rich look to the room. In addition, it has other positive aspects:

  • simple installation,
  • the feasibility of subsequent restoration,
  • additional heat and sound insulation,
  • long service life,
  • the ability to hide defects and flaws,
  • makes the surface durable and resistant to various influences.

Cladding artificial stone working kitchen area

And yet, this finish has minor drawbacks:

  • cladding large areas is more expensive than other processing methods,
  • not all types can be cleaned,
  • heavy drilling and chiselling of adjacent walls can lead to partial destruction,
  • when peeling off and falling from a great height, individual fragments may crack, which will require additional costs to restore integrity.

Views

For the right choice decorative stone, you need to familiarize yourself with its types:

  • Gypsum... Most popular due to its low cost. It also has a small mass, which is important for wall cladding. The treated surface takes on a fashionable, attractive look.


Decorative tiles under the stone in the kitchen
  • Porcelain stoneware... Particularly durable, but does not tolerate washing with cleaning agents, therefore it has no universal use.

Wall panel from the wild stone in the kitchen Apron and porcelain stoneware floor in a small kitchen
  • Quartz... Used for interior and external works... The most durable, resistant to any conditions, influences and cleaning.

Quartz agglomerate. Not to be confused with artificial (acrylic) stone, because he is not. Another name is composite.
Artificial stone apron
  • Concrete based... Suitable for all surfaces, which makes it widespread.

Imitation concrete wall
  • Conglomerates... Differs in reliability and aesthetics. With its help, you can create an excellent interior that emphasizes wealth.

Each of the above types has different options on colors and the size of the material unit. This allows you to choose the most suitable combination from the offered assortment.


Interior application ideas

Stone in the kitchen can be used in several ways.

Apron trim

The stone will create a stunning apron. Harmoniously matched to the kitchen set, it will emphasize the perfection and unity. It is worth choosing those that are not afraid of cleaning with detergents and abrasives, since this surface gets dirty quickly and heavily.


Finishing doorways and arches

Such decorative element will effectively highlight the doorway and give a complete look. Fragments can be glued solid and have an even border, or they can be randomly located.

Ventilation box

An interesting solution in kitchen design is finishing the ventilation box with a stone. This method will help to hide extra construction spoiling the decoration.

Walls and niches

The processing of walls and niches with stone material is carried out in whole or in part, and allows you to highlight a certain area.

Delimiting zones in the studio

A complex design problem is the design of the border between the kitchen and living room zones in the studio. The stone line will be the perfect solution.

Window perimeter

The decorative stone around the window will make it stand out from the general background and make it especially noticeable and attractive.

Do not be afraid that this material in the kitchen will be susceptible to various kinds of pollution, since special care not required. It is enough to wipe it with a damp soft cloth or a sponge with soapy water.

For several decades now, decorative stone has become especially popular among finishing materials, the use of which has become great alternative natural stone used for millennia. Now it is becoming more and more popular, which is explained by its aesthetic and operational characteristics.

Decorative stone received a very special attitude, which can be explained by the fact that it is very believable and naturally imitates the texture of natural stone, while its price is lower and more acceptable than that of natural stone. Its indisputable advantage lies in the fact that during the manufacture of this stone only natural ingredients are used - cement and sand. Therefore, the resulting decorative stone can undoubtedly be attributed to environmentally friendly materials, which is especially important when decorating residential premises, in particular the kitchen. To get an artificial stone, use special forms, into which the prepared mixture is poured, after hardening of which a product is obtained, one side of which is flat (resembles a facing tile), and the other, decorative, just imitates a natural stone.

In addition to the price advantage over natural stone, decorative has even less weight, which greatly facilitates not only its transportation, but also installation. Moreover, in terms of strength characteristics, artificial stone is in no way inferior to natural stone.

Today finishing the kitchen with decorative stone is associated not only with reliability, quality and beauty, but even with sophistication, with the originality of the interior. In addition, artificial stone goes well with many modern finishing materials... The kitchen is one of the few areas in the home where cooking constantly creates high humidity, temperature drops occur, it is prone to pollution. If the stone is chosen correctly, it will not be "afraid" of all these unpleasant manifestations. In addition, the decorative stone shows good resistance to mechanical damage(e.g. hot objects or sharp knives).

Caring for a decorative stone will not bring much trouble, since it can be washed well with a cloth or brush with the addition of ordinary household detergents.

There are many options for using decorative stone for finishing the kitchen, but most often it is used in the construction and decoration of fireplaces,

when decorating walls and decorating kitchen aprons. Frequent use of artificial stone for decorating fireplaces is due to its low weight (only 25% of the weight of natural stone), which makes its use easy and simple. And also the fact that the artificially created material interacts better with the wall surface (in particular, with drywall), which is the most frequently used material in construction and repairs. A fireplace decorated with artificial stone will create a unique atmosphere of coziness and comfort in the room. Most often, decorative stone in the design of the kitchen is used to decorate the kitchen apron (this one located between the upper wall cabinets and the countertop part of the wall), due to which the indicated zone acquires uniqueness and original design... And excellent performance decorative stone will prevent the formation of dirt and greatly facilitate maintenance. If we talk about wall decoration, then the use of decorative stone will create the necessary bright textured accents: you can make stone columns or lay out an unusual mosaic of stone, or you can decorate the entire surface of the wall with stone - the view will be amazing, and the loss of space will be minimal.

For wall decoration in the kitchen, it is traditionally used ceramic tile... But to those who want to do dining area more attractive and exclusive should take a closer look at different options decorative stone. Consider the features of the facing material and its use in the interior of the kitchen, give recommendations on the choice and describe step by step the process of laying artificial stone.

Decorating with decorative stone - creating a medieval atmosphere in the kitchen

Many people mistakenly believe that with the help of a decorative stone it will be possible to create a couple of options. interesting ideas for the interior. However, it is not. On construction market a wide variety of decorative material... Accordingly, there is endless possibilities creating an original, unique design by combining different shapes stone, texture and color.

Decorating the walls of the kitchen with decorative stone: photo of the interior in the medieval style

Studying the variety of finishes, more and more often one wants to abandon artificial materials and turn to natural, natural elements of decor. Decorative stone for interior decoration - the best option transformation of the room. With the help of stone, it will be possible to fill the kitchen with the spirit of the Middle Ages or turn the room into a mysterious grotto. In order for the designer's idea to justify itself, it is necessary to approach the arrangement of the space creatively, not being afraid to experiment.

Positive aspects of stone wall cladding:

  • environmental friendliness of the material - this quality is very important for the room in which food is prepared;
  • durability - decoration with decorative stone is little susceptible to destruction and is very durable;
  • affordable cost - the price of such a material is relatively low;
  • a large assortment - the stone has a varied texture, shape and shades;
  • moisture resistance and tolerance high temperatures- these properties make it possible to use stone to decorate the working area of ​​the kitchen, adjacent to the stove, sink, etc.;
  • ease of installation - wall cladding can be done with your own hands;
  • minimal maintenance - decorative stone does not collect dust, and to maintain its initial attractiveness, it is enough to periodically wipe the surface with a damp or dry sponge;
  • the originality of the interior - stone wall can become the centerpiece of a room's design; in addition, such a finish is compatible with many styles.

It is in the kitchen that stone cladding is most appropriate. If in living rooms the stone somewhat complicates the perception of the interior, but here, on the contrary, the use of this material allows you to solve several issues at once: hide wall defects, divert attention from not quite good planning and create an exclusive interior

Of course, decorative stone is somewhat inferior to natural minerals in many respects. However, the listed advantages allow us to conclude that in the category "price / quality" decorative trim under the stone takes a leading position.

Possible solutions for the use of stone in the interior of the kitchen

The most popular option is kitchen backsplash cladding. This use of decorative stone has a number of features:

  1. Stone cladding perfectly protects the walls of the working area from moisture, grease, dirt and chemicals. These qualities are especially true for wooden surfaces.
  2. The decorative finish is not afraid of high temperature loads, which are inevitable near the stove. Other facing materials able to withstand constant temperature drops and at the same time do not change appearance for 2-3 years.
  3. With the help of a decorative stone, you can visually protect the upper part kitchen set from the bottom.

To create a holistic composition of the kitchen interior in the chosen style modern wall decoration imitating stone masonry. A similar solution looks spectacular in small kitchens with low ceilings. The horizontal laying of longitudinal elements visually increases the space of the room, and gentle pastel shades create an atmosphere of comfort and coziness. At the same time, it is not necessary to cover the entire wall - sometimes it is enough to decorate part of the surface by combining decorative stone finishing with a traditional coating.

An interesting option is framing the corners of the kitchen with artificial stone. The decorated corners are reminiscent of the columns of the Middle Ages and change the perception of the kitchen.

Various ways of finishing door and window openings any shape, configuration allows you to transform an ordinary opening into a mesmerizing arched vault. This design technique delights and surprises all visitors to the kitchen.

More practical application- finishing of the protruding ventilation duct... Using decorative stone and a little imagination, it will turn out to create a unique column or false fireplace.

The choice of material for cladding kitchen walls

In the production of decorative stone, different fillers are used. The material can be filled with sand, expanded clay, perlite or a mixture of these components. The use of this or that substance affects the performance characteristics of the material:

  • expanded clay sand (granules with a diameter of 1-5 mm) lightens the weight of the stone, while maintaining its strength properties; expanded clay is an expensive material, respectively, and the cost of a decorative stone from it is higher;
  • expanded clay with large grains (about 3 cm) is cheaper for manufacturers, but when using it, there is a risk of spontaneous destruction of the decorative stone; the main reason for this phenomenon is the presence of quicklime particles inside the material;
  • perlite, which is 70% silicon dioxide, is devoid of negative qualities expanded clay and provides increased corrosion resistance of concrete material.

When choosing a decorative stone, pay attention to the following parameters:


Decorating kitchen walls with decorative stone: step by step instructions

Preparation of tools and materials

Having decided on the future design of the kitchen and calculating required amount stone, you should prepare the rest of the materials and tools.

For wall cladding you will need:

  • adhesive solution ("liquid nails" or dry mixture);
  • notched trowel;
  • building level;
  • grout - the material must be prepared if there is a visible space between the bricks;
  • grout syringe - to create smooth seam it is possible to use a homemade polyethylene cone between the elements of the masonry;
  • primer;
  • brush and roller for applying the primer;
  • putty, even trowel and grater;
  • pliers and knife for cutting stone.

The calculation of the amount of decorative stone is determined based on the area of ​​the facing plus 5-10%. Having planned the scheme and the order of the stone layout in advance, it will be possible to save material. All stone cuttings are distributed at the corners or to create additional fragments

Laying decorative stone

Before directly laying the stone, it is imperative to complete a number of preparatory measures:


The decorative stone is laid in the following sequence:


Specialist recommendations for decorating kitchens with decorative stone


Decorative stone care

When using decorative stone to decorate the kitchen, care is important issue in terms of hygiene. The stone requires no more careful maintenance like any other cladding.

Basic cleaning methods:

  • cleaning with a vacuum cleaner;
  • dry cleaning with a static broom;
  • wet cleaning.

Carrying out wet cleaning can be done with a household spray gun for spraying flowers. It is enough to distribute moisture over the entire stone surface. The water will collect dust, small particles of moisture and drain down. All that remains is to wipe the floor.

Cleaning with a sponge and detergents will be needed if a decorative stone is laid out " kitchen apron". Modern manufacturers offer a line special formulations to care for artificial material... After laying, the stone can be primed or varnished. Such measures will increase resistance and help to maintain the original gloss of the cladding.

Decorating with decorative stone: photo ideas