Seamless stretch ceilings in the apartment

To date, the building materials market has gained a colossal scale. With the help of modern materials, you can get the necessary result after repair measures. Particularly popular are materials that are involved in the internal repair of the premises. We are talking about coatings - ceiling, wall and floor. New options for these products allow you to get not only the original external component of the room, but also financial benefits.

The fact is that many modern materials are really inexpensive, especially when it comes to various coatings, the range of which is constantly increasing and improving.

Recently, various stretch coatings of ceilings have been in particular demand. Specialists who are dealing with ceiling materials note that almost every month a wide variety of materials of this kind come on sale, and from different manufacturers and with different characteristics. This is a definitely positive trend, since consumers have a tremendous choice that allows you to buy just such a tension coating that is necessary in specific conditions.

In this article, we will consider issues related to seamless stretch ceilings. Practice shows that these surfaces simply look amazing, and it is they who create a unique style in the room. Also in the article we will try to analyze the main details associated with the arrangement of a seamless stretch coating in order to ultimately get a quality result.

The main features of stretch ceilings

First of all, it is worth saying that tensioning coatings are practically no different from the classic surfaces, but the main difference is the perfectly flat surface of the first. This result is achieved by tensioning the coating around the perimeter of the room.

As for the use of data is covered, it can be household premises, living spaces, as well as industrial structures, educational institutions, medical and sports premises. Thus, there are no specific restrictions, since basically the characteristics of the ceiling coatings have no warnings. In the event that there is a chance of damage to the coating, it makes sense to abandon such an idea, since small flaws on the surface can significantly harm the coating in general.

An important advantage of seamless stretch ceilings is the simplicity of their installation. This process takes a minimum of time, and it is important to pay attention to the fact that the canvas is also not required to first heat. In this situation, it is enough to arm yourself with the necessary tools and start the process.

Experts recommend using seamless stretch ceilings in small rooms, since the canvases have a width of up to 5 m. Accordingly, the surface will not have a single seam.

In residential premises, a seamless ceiling makes the space really attractive outwardly, since a peculiar minimalism can make the space in any case cozy. Moreover, perfectly even coating is combined with almost any spaces, no matter how original style they have. Approximately the same situation with other spaces, for example, with supermarkets, where stretch ceilings give the space simplicity and some relevance of the style.

On the Internet, for example, you can find a tremendous number of photos and videos that shows the beauty of a seamless tensioning coating, so people who want to make a choice in favor of a particular coating can first imagine the final result of the future repairs. After such an analysis, you can contact the manufacturers directly who will provide all the information about their products, as well as answer specific questions.

Advantages and disadvantages of seamless ceilings

Obviously, seamless ceiling coatings that are made on the basis of fabric have both positive and negative features. Before making a conscious choice, you need to carefully analyze each option in order to ultimately get a coating that is really excellent in all respects corresponding to the existing space.

The advantages of seamless ceilings:

• Appearance. As we have already said, seamless surfaces always look attractive, even if the surrounding space does not quite correspond to the created style. The advantages associated with the correction of the ceiling surface also have a great effect. The situation is in such a way that the ceilings are often uneven, and this is the result of the operation of the room or the construction itself. Thus, even the most terrible externally ceiling surface can get the necessary attractiveness even if the owners do not want to carry out large -scale repairs. Of course, a completely different situation, if the ceiling is emergency, but in other cases there are no restrictions.
• Safety. As you know, many modern materials that are used on walls and other surfaces are based on various materials that differ not the highest level of safety. We are talking about various toxic substances that are distinguished and negatively affect human health during the use of the coating. In turn, seamless fabric -based tensioning coatings are distinguished by complete safety. This is especially important if the ceiling coating is used in medical institutions, as well as in schools and other institutions.
• General practicality. If we are talking about seamless ceilings, then the situation is often in such a way that the owners can equip any lighting tool on the surface. Moreover, many people make a choice in favor of such coatings because of the existing space between the basic and stretch ceiling, where various communications can be hidden. First of all, we are talking about those dwellings, within which there are often pipes and other things that are advisable not to put on the show. It must be borne in mind that the distance between the basic ceiling and stretch material can be any, so even large pipes can be placed there, and, possibly, other objects, if the ceiling itself is too high. It should be borne in mind that in some cases you need to have access to communications, however, in the case of stretch coatings, there will definitely be problems. Therefore, everything should be carefully analyzed before going to such a risky step.
• Antistatic properties. As you know, many surfaces over time become extremely unattractive outwardly due to the accumulation of dust and other pollution. The situation is in such a way that modern seamless stretch ceilings have antistatic properties, thanks to which the dust will certainly not accumulate on the surface. Accordingly, regular cleaning of the ceiling will not have to be carried out, and the coating will always look attractive.
• Resistance to temperature drops. The first tensioning coatings that appeared on the market had many flaws. Of course, such a novelty in the building materials market attracted many people, but impracticality in the use of such coatings is a huge minus. First of all, it concerned small deformations of the canvas during temperature differences. If we talk about modern seamless coatings, then they easily withstand almost any sharp changes. It is worth focusing on the fact that this gives great freedom of action, and above all we are talking about the possibility of using a seamless ceiling in unheated rooms. Obviously, such a ceiling will also feel in complete comfort and remain in its original form.
• The service life. Almost all manufacturers who are engaged in the production of such stretch coatings guarantee that their products will be in excellent condition for 10 years or more. Practice shows that this is actually so, so you can safely count on an extremely long period of operation, even if the surrounding conditions are not the most comfortable.
• Easy installation. Practice shows that you can install a seamless tension coating for an extremely short period of time, especially if professionals are engaged in this. This is definitely positive news if the repair must be carried out as quickly and efficiently as possible. It is worth noting that other ceiling coating must be mounted for a very long time, and sometimes it can take at least a few days that can be spent on more important things.
• Accessibility. As we have already said, seamless tensioning coatings are inexpensive. Moreover, they are available in a large assortment in almost any construction store. Accordingly, all the owners who are aimed to make a high -quality repair of the room can afford to make such coatings.

At the same time, seamless ceilings have disadvantages. They are as follows:

• Low elasticity. Many owners who decided to buy a tension coating want to create a multi -level surface. It is obvious that this will not pass with tissue material due to low elasticity. Accordingly, for many, this is an extremely negative side that does not make the material as practical as possible.
• Distribution restrictions. As we have already said, the rooms are used in the framework of quite small coating dimensions. Accordingly, such a material can have no more than 5 m in width, so in the case of large rooms without seams, it is impossible to do without seams. However, for many owners this is completely not a problem, since these seams do not create any problems, and even more so do not negatively affect the overall style of the room.
• Limited color scheme. Unfortunately, on sale you can find seamless ceilings with only a few color options. Often these are neutral colors, which are suitable for residential premises. At the same time, do not forget that we are talking exclusively about matte coatings.
• The impossibility of repairing. In the case of stretch seamless coatings, if a flaw is formed on the surface, it will not work to fix it. In such a situation, you just need to replace the stretch surface. Obviously, in this situation, considerable financial losses will follow, so the ceiling should be treated carefully.

I would also like to say that for many experts the way to attach seamless stretch ceilings is far from the most reliable. The thing is that if the canvas is torn from the profile under the influence of strong pressure, it will not work to return the material to the place. Experts also note that the fabric, on the basis of which seamless ceilings are produced, has micropores. Accordingly, in the case of flooding the apartment, spots will remain on the surface of the material, which will not work.

It is worth paying attention to the fact that almost all the negative aspects of seamless stretch ceilings are quite subjective, since in the most ordinary home conditions these very shortcomings will probably not appear in any way.

Returning to the positive aspects, I would like to note that many advantages of seamless stretch ceilings may not make any sense, so one point should be carefully analyzed and conclusions whether it really makes sense to choose this coating.

Specificity of the installation of seamless stretch ceilings

It is worth saying that the installation of seamless coatings is carried out by specially trained workers. Often everything consists in buying products from a particular manufacturer or store, which provide specialists to install the ceiling.

First of all, we need the following tools and devices:

• screwdriver;
• ladder;
• self -tapping screws;
• plastic dowels;
• construction hair dryer;
• spatula;
• perforator.

Experts advise performing the full amount of work together. This will allow the process not only quickly, but also of high quality, since one person can make mistakes. Of course, you can take a chance and install the coating alone, but there will definitely be no convenience with such a solution. In this situation, it will even be better to attract specialists who will certainly carry out work efficiently.

Direct installation of a seamless ceiling consists of the following steps (a seamless coating from Clipso is taken as a basis):

• First of all, we need a mounting profile that is attached to the ceiling or walls. It must be mounted around the perimeter of the room. It is temporarily necessary to fasten the glue.
• Next, it should be borne in mind that if the mount is carried out on the basis of walls, it is necessary to provide for the control of the horizontal installation using an indispensable construction level. With its help, all parameters are checked, and high -quality installation is made.
• The final fastening of profiles is based on self -tapping screws. It is worth paying attention to the fact that at first holes are created in the metal, after which the screws are screwed. As for the step of the installation of self -tapping screws, often 7 cm between fasteners are often enough. This ensures the maximum reliability of the future structure. In places of joints, screws are screwed at a distance of 1-2 cm from the edge.
• Next, you need to expand the tensioning blade. It is temporarily necessary to attach it to the baguette using a spatula, which we mentioned at the very beginning of the section. Accordingly, the edges of the canvas, and this is approximately 5 cm, are left outside the baguette. After that, you need to jam the canvas around the entire perimeter. As for the step between the mounting points, it should not be more than 80 cm.
• Next, it is necessary to stretch the canvas from the middle to the corners of the room using free corners. Accordingly, in this way it is possible to achieve uniform distribution of the tension coating so that there is not a single wrinkle on it. It must be borne in mind that the remaining free edges should have the same width. Directly, the process of fixing the material must be done at the last moment.
• In the event that wrinkles still remain on the surface, it is advisable to use a construction hairdryer that hears the canvas and divides it. It is worth saying that for leveling you will have to make circular movements with a hairdryer, and from the adaptation to the ceiling the distance should be about 20 cm.
• It often turns out that the material has free edges, which, of course, need to be cut. To do this, you need to have a sharp knife, and directly cutting should be done along the level of the lower edge of the decorative bar, which is inserted into the above profile.
• At the very end, mounting lamps occurs. It is worth noting that this issue should be taken care of in advance, so that the lighting products are reliably attached to special fasteners or based on reinforcement. Accordingly, in the right place the stretch canvas is cut, and the necessary lamp is mounted in the hole. Often, a gap between the lower part of the lamp and the stretch surface is provided - about 1 mm. Immediately after the work done, the room with the ceiling can be used in the usual mode.