Material for stretch ceiling - which one is better to choose? Modern materials for stretch ceilings

Manufacture of stretch ceilings is presented in the modern market for a long time, and every year they are gaining popularity more and more. This is not surprising. After all, in addition to broad design capabilities, they are distinguished by their durability and reliability. Today we will help you figure out what material for stretch ceilings is better for your room.

Design features of stretch ceilings

Stretch ceilings - this is a whole design, which consists of a certain cloth and the system of fastenings. The latter is represented by a plastic or metal profile. With its help, the stretch ceiling fabric is placed at a certain distance from the base.

Such designs allow you to quickly justify absolutely any surface and create a new smooth one. Also with their help you can realize a wide variety of design solutions. Among other advantages of stretch ceilings, there are the following:

• They make it possible to hide various communications laid from above;
• Their installation will be much cheaper than installation of drywall;
• Installation is carried out in a short time without building debris (even if the ceiling has several levels, then the installation takes on average two to six hours);
• Before installation it is not necessary to prepare the base ceiling, and this minimizes not only time, but also material costs;
• To establish a ceiling it is possible already after carrying out of other repair work;
• The service life, depending on the type, varies from 20 to 50 years.

The main disadvantage of suspended ceilings is that they do not "eat" the height of the room.

Modern materials for the stretch ceiling are presented in three forms:

• From polyvinylchloride (PVC);
• Fabric;
• Of fiberglass.

Let's consider each species in more detail.

Stretch ceilings made of PVC

PVC - a material for stretch ceilings, which appeared for the first time in the sixties in France. During this time, the technology of its manufacture was improved, accordingly, the quality of the product was also improved. By the way, this kind is also called film.

The film for stretch ceilings can be in the sizes from 1300 to 3200 mm. If such a value is not enough, then a few pieces are welded together. The seam turns neat, small and almost invisible. Installation is carried out with the help of thermal guns, which warm up the room to 60-70 degrees.

Stretch ceiling made of PVC can be of the following types:

• Depending on the texture: glossy (visible reflections, lacquer texture and gloss) or matte (no reflections, the ceiling is perfectly flat);
• Depending on the type of attachment: with a plastic insert (the technological gap covers the bezel) or gapless fastening (there is no gap between the flow and the wall, the joint is ideal).

Advantages of PVC material

• PVC-film for stretch ceilings has a very wide color palette (more than 130 shades).
• The material takes a wide variety of forms.
• Large range of permissible width of the blade.
• There is a choice of type of surface.
• Excellent value for money and quality.
• The surface is perfectly even and has a high moisture resistance.
• Suitable material for a stretch ceiling in any room.
• Coverage covers all communications.
• The material is highly resistant to fire.
• PVC ceilings do not absorb odors and dust, they have a high level of thermal insulation.
• Such ceilings minimize the height of the room.
• Stretch ceiling made of PVC is very simple and easy to clean, does not require painting.
• The material withstands a load of up to 100 kg per square meter.
• If necessary, the PVC ceilings can be dismantled and installed back.
• In the ceiling you can build a variety of lighting systems, as well as hoods fire safety sensors and so on.

The disadvantages of stretch ceilings made of PVC material

• This is not the best material for use in rooms with air temperatures below +5 degrees.
• During the first hours after installation, an unpleasant odor emanates from such a ceiling.
• This ceiling is very gentle and easily damaged by mechanical stress.
• There is a barely noticeable seam in the welding of several canvases.
• If the weld is poor, then there is a high risk that the welding line will disperse.
• The pattern of the material is made in production, so exact measurements are necessary.
• When choosing a manufacturer, it is necessary to carefully examine the availability of certificates of quality and safety, since cheap and poor-quality linens not only exude an unpleasant smell for a long time, but are also unsafe for health.

Fabric stretch ceilings

In the manufacture of such ceilings, a special polyester mesh fabric is used, which is impregnated from both or only on one side with polymers. The fabric for the stretch ceiling is released directly from the roll, that is, the installation takes place without first cutting the material.

The texture is very similar to the usual fabric, the fibers are visible. The width of the roll is 4000 mm. Due to this size it is possible to produce a ceiling without seams. But if the width is not enough, then the canvas is connected by a special profile.

Advantages of fabric ceiling

• Has a higher strength in comparison with the PVC sheet.
• This material is resistant to temperatures below 5 degrees Celsius.
• Tissue ceiling withstands more serious mechanical effects than PVC structures.
• Fabric material for stretch ceiling is characterized by high sound insulation.

disadvantages

• The fabric ceilings have a poor color palette.
• Painting can be done only after installation.
• The original design can be given only with the help of photo printing.
• Such ceilings are not capable of completely retaining moisture in case of flooding.
• Cleaning up the dirt of the fabric ceiling is not an easy task and takes a lot of time.
• The fabric ceilings can not be mounted a second time.
• Such ceilings are characterized by high cost.

Ceilings made of fiberglass

Fiberglass is a new material. For a stretch ceiling it was used quite recently. Therefore, the guarantee for such designs is small - about five years. For other types of warranty period of about ten years. Also, not all companies are involved in installing fiberglass ceilings.

The web tension is similar to the cloth appearance, that is, without heating. Painting and drawing of the picture is carried out after installation. The material is highly water permeable and soundproof, it is very durable and greener in comparison with the stretch ceiling made of PVC.

Types of stretch ceiling design

Regardless of the material from which suspended ceilings are produced, they can be represented in the following design:

• Starry sky: fiber optic fiber and Swarovski crystals are installed in the ceiling. Thanks to this, the effect of the starry sky is achieved.
• Ceiling with light: LED ceiling is laid behind the ceiling. Helps create additional lighting.
• Two-level ceiling: a combination of glossy and matte paintings on different levels. Help zoning the room.
• Stretch ceiling ZD: on the ceiling are created various three-dimensional shapes, arcs, waves, arches or flowers.
• Photo printing on the ceiling: the ability to print any image on a matte or glossy surface.

Guide to choosing a stretch ceiling

1. First you need to consider all the existing types of materials for stretch ceilings and get acquainted with the merits and demerits of each.
2. Decide on the design of the ceiling and the color solution of the material.
3. Determine the maximum budget allocated for repairs in general and separately for the installation of the ceiling.
4. Choose reliable professionals who will be involved in the installation of the ceiling.

Choosing a color solution

The white ceiling is universal. But sometimes you want to create an unusual interior design that will not only please the color, but also perform some function (for example, visually increase the room). Moreover, the material for the stretch ceiling is characterized by a wide color palette. Here are some recommendations that will help you choose the right one:

• If you are the owner of low base ceilings, then you should not experiment with color. It is better to stop the selection on light shades: white, beige, pastel, blue. They visually increase space and fill it with air.
• For high ceilings, boldly choose the dark colors of the tension material.
• Light shades will suit any style of interior.
• Bright and contrasting colors of stretch ceilings should not be chosen for living rooms. Such colors cause only concern, and not an atmosphere of coziness and tranquility.
• For the bathroom and the children's room it is good to choose turquoise colors.
• Unique coloring in the interior will bring photo printing on the stretch ceiling.
• In the bedroom, the ceiling in the style of "Starry Sky" will look great. This will help create an atmosphere of relaxation.

Room selection criteria

For the bathroom it is worth choosing PVC material glossy texture. This is due to the fact that usually a bathroom is not distinguished by a large area, but it is characterized by high humidity and temperature changes. Also glossy stretch ceiling made of PVC will be an excellent solution for the kitchen.

In the living room, any kind of stretch ceiling looks equally good. Therefore, everything depends on your aesthetic preferences. But remember that the glossy stretch ceiling has the ability to visually increase the room, and the matte look will look very good if a lot of daylight penetrates into the room.

The bedroom is usually chosen matte PVC ceiling or fabric. They can not be better placed in an atmosphere of comfort, tranquility and relaxation.

As you can see, each type of stretch ceiling has its own features, advantages and disadvantages. Therefore, it is impossible to allocate the best material for stretch ceilings. Everything depends on the room where the ceiling installation, personal preferences of the customer, his design decision and financial possibilities will occur.