Using a modeling gel, you can create three-dimensional patterns and spectacular embossed surfaces, as well as give a shade and an interesting play of light to monophonic foundations.
Gel "Chameleon" has a spectacular pearly sheen. To simulate mother of pearl and create rainbow modulations, the Chameleon is best suited.
The gel dries completely within three days, depending on the thickness of the layer.
Creating a mother of pearl mosaic:
Step 1. As a basis for creating mother of pearl, we recommend using stationery such as a file pocket or a corner folder. They are made of a denser material than a regular stationery file and it is much more convenient to remove the finished mother of pearl from them.
Step 2. In turn, put on the plastic stationery folder or file the selected shades of the Chameleon gel (if desired, you can mix it with acrylic paints) and carefully spread the spatula with a thin layer of about 1.5-2 mm on the surface.
Step 3. Dry the materials during the day. The next day, carefully remove the resulting pearl film from the corner.
Step 4. Cut the pieces of pearl mosaic.
Using scissors, we cut the finished film into small pieces and begin to assemble the mosaic, laying out the pieces close to each other.
Step 5. Glue the mosaic on the acrylic glossy varnish, pressing each piece
You can also stick to any acrylic medium, for example, a thinner of acrylic paints, various acrylic varnishes, or varnish-glue for decoupage.
Step 6. After the entire pattern is laid out, you can leave it that way, or you can fill the joints between the pieces, for example, with an acrylic contour or wipe it with decorative wax.
Thus, you can decorate any home decoration or accessories, experimenting and combining techniques of imitation mother of pearl with any other techniques!
Features
The layer inside the shells is called mother of pearl. Since ancient times, people appreciated and considered it an amazing material, they decorated household items, jewelry, royal regalia.
With the development of science and the growth of technological progress in our time, it became possible to use mother of pearl for the production of mosaic tiles. It can be of very different colors, but at the same time its elements must have the same thickness.
Mother of pearl mosaic is a natural and refined element of decor. Such waterproof tiles perfectly tolerate high temperatures and constant humidity. Since ancient times, mother of pearl has been used to decorate housing and household items, so the mosaic made of it is ideal for decorating a bathroom, kitchen, bathroom. It is also often used for lining the pool and sauna.
Mother of pearl mosaic is an ideal solution for those who want the interior to become sophisticated with minimal use of additional decorations. When light hits this beautiful natural material, its surface glows with a bright multi-colored shine, and therefore the need for additional decor disappears by itself.
Mother of pearl mosaic is used to decorate both voluminous and large surfaces, and for small areas. For example, the front of the dresser or the fringing of the bathroom mirror. Using small pieces, you can decorate some elements of the dressing table, casket or spacing.
Mirrors framed by a frame of pearl mosaic have a special charm.
Design ideas
- Most often it is used for wall decor in bathrooms and a bathroom. The panel sizes are very different. It is placed on the working surface with one solid pattern.
- The use of mother of pearl mosaic for decorating the walls of other residential premises will be very unexpected and refined. It looks luxuriously complete with a mirrored floor, an original table and leather furniture.
- Also, frescoes (many paintings with various scenes), combined into one large panel, have gained great popularity in our time. They can be admired for hours.
- Such a mosaic will serve as an excellent decoration for the fireplace, especially if the color of the tiles is chosen for the main color tone of the room. For example, a fireplace decorated with silver mosaic highlights the design in gray and white.
- Inlay of furniture with mosaics still does not go out of fashion. Such a decision will be original and emphasize the individuality of the room.
- Another trendy trend is the finish of the kitchen apron with mother-of-pearl mosaic instead of ordinary tiles. Such a finish can be a highlight for any style. Proper lighting, a good selection of patterns and shades of tiles - the key to the fact that this version of the decor will look great in any room.
In this way, you can clad everything that you yourself want. Moreover, any person who has set a goal will be able to do it himself, with his own hands.
Everyone creates comfort in their home in different ways, and one of the options to make admire the decor of your room is to use a mother of pearl mosaic to decorate it. It goes well with modern models of plumbing and furniture.
For more information on how to decorate your table with a mosaic of pearl or glass, see below.
1. Mosaic in the bathroom
Most often, mosaics can be found in the bathroom. This is logical, because in addition to its beauty, it has high performance, excellent water-repellent properties and wear resistance. It can be used at any temperature and even facing it with a curved surface. For the bathroom, the mosaic will be the subject of decoration and pride for many years. In this room, it is often used as decoration material and decor at the same time. They lay the mosaic on the floor, lining the walls, decorating bathtubs, sinks, mirrors.
2. Mosaic in the kitchen
The kitchen apron laid out in mosaic looks very harmonious. Moreover, it can be in the kitchen of a wide variety of styles, from high-tech to country. This option is considered not only practical, but also incredibly bright. On sale you can find a ready-made mosaic panel, which is easy to mount independently. However, it is better to entrust this matter to an experienced craftsman who will pay due attention to grouting (for it is best to use mixtures with epoxies). The mosaic apron area in the kitchen will become a colorful accent in the interior and shade the beauty of the headset.
4. Mosaic panel
Mosaic panels are ideal for those who want to use a mosaic in an apartment, but are not ready to give it a whole room or wall due to the high price or for other reasons. The panel is a highly artistic element, a real picture, which is skillfully laid out from miniature multi-colored small tiles. The panel perfectly emphasizes the aesthetic peculiar image of the interior, creating a visual bright accent in it.
5. Mosaic floor
If you want to surprise everyone with an unusual floor in the house, a mosaic will also help you here. Flooring with carpet imitation and art panels are laid out from the material, with the beauty of which no other facing material can compete. In addition to practicality, the mosaic coating performs decorative functions, refreshing the interior.
High-quality mosaic on the floor will serve for a long time and impeccably. It consists of durable materials (glass, ceramics, marble fragments), carefully sanded, coated with substances that increase surface adhesion. Even if water gets on such a coating, it does not slip. The floor made with mosaic ornaments brings freshness and sophistication to the room. Widespread ceramic tiles and porcelain stoneware are a more traditional coating, but mosaics dilute their simplicity and rigor with bright impregnations of multi-colored fragments.
