If you are planning to seriously change the interior of your apartment, among other things you will have a question of ceiling decoration. There can be many options. You can just paint the ceiling or stick special wallpaper. You can make a multi -level ceiling made of drywall, but it is not suitable for installation in the kitchen or bathroom. In these cases, it will be necessary to select a special moisture -resistant drywall, think through ventilation systems and protect against fungi and mold. If all these options do not suit you, then you can pay your attention to the so -called stretch ceilings.Stretch ceilings are a canvas fixed on a metal or plastic profile. This design is defended from the basic ceiling at a distance of at least 3 cm. If various communications (electrical wiring, ventilation systems) have to be carried out behind the canvas, then there may be more indentation.
The choice in favor of stretch ceilings is determined by the following reasons:
– simplicity and short installation time;
– All defects of the base ceiling are hidden;
– environmental friendliness of the materials used;
– a variety of colors and shades, the possibility of applying various patterns and drawings.
The following types of suspended ceilings are distinguished:
– From the vinyl film (PVC), they are positively characterized by the ease of manufacture for individual orders, a wide range of colors and shades, sufficient strength and water resistance;
– tissue (textile), do not require the use of a heat gun during installation, easily tolerate negative temperatures.
Installation of stretch ceilings.
The technology for installing vinyl stretch ceilings is as follows. The canvas before installation is heated with a heat gun to about 70 degrees. After that, it is able to significantly stretch. Further, the film is attached to a pre -mounted profile (baguettes). Gradually cooling the canvas compresses, thereby achieving the necessary tension.
As for textile suspended ceilings, as mentioned above, they do not require preliminary warming up. Delivered to the customer of the right size.
The cost of a stretch ceiling.
If several years ago the very fact of the presence of suspended ceilings spoke of a high level of income of the owner of the home, now the prices for stretch ceilings have become quite democratic and almost anyone can allow their installation. At the same time, it should be borne in mind that a lot affects the cost of a stretch ceiling. Installation of various lamps, chandeliers, LED lighting will be expressed in additional costs for hooks, brackets, strips and their installation. Therefore, if you are called a fabulously low price for suspended ceilings, do not rush to rejoice. Ask what exactly is included in this price, and what additional expenses are still foreseen.
