Every year, stretch ceilings are becoming more popular. Gradually, the cost of this product is reduced. Accordingly, almost everyone can become owners of suspended ceilings. It should be borne in mind that the process of arranging a stretch ceiling itself has a number of unique features that you definitely need to know about.
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As for the parameters of suspended ceilings, here we have a lot of positive aspects, especially if you compare the product with many other finishing materials for the ceiling. At the same time, do not forget about the many advantages of the stretch fabric, which makes the material universal for use in any room.
However, suspended ceilings also have some nuances, which you need to know about both before buying material and in the process of arrangement. Any deviations from technology can mean serious problems, sometimes even financial losses, if the tension material is damaged.
In this article, we will examine in detail all the details associated with the arrangement of a stretch ceiling in the bathroom. Looking a little in advance, I must say that such works have a glad of subtleties, without the knowledge of which it is almost impossible to get a qualitative result. The material also presents the main advantages and disadvantages of stretch material.
Features of a stretch ceiling
Given that stretch ceilings are used in dwellings for many years, you can be sure that this is a great solution for the home. It should be borne in mind that stretch material is rather a design solution that allows you to turn an ordinary gray apartment into a really ardent room, which everyone will be delighted.
The positive news is that everyone can turn to a particular manufacturer of the stretch fabric, and order a specific pattern or texture for the material. Accordingly, in this case, we have a tremendous choice of design options. A similar result can be obtained using wallpaper, but the paper material has a number of disadvantages, especially when used in the bathroom.
In the end, it turns out that the stretch fabric simply does not have worthy competitors. If there is some need to finish the ceiling in the bathroom, you should pay attention to this product.
Advantages and disadvantages of stretch ceiling
To begin with, consider the advantages of stretch ceilings, which pushing people to make a choice in favor of a glossy product.
- Durability. Despite the fact that stretch ceilings have shiny surfaces and a fairly thin layer of the material, this product is able to serve the owners for many years. At the same time, the tension canvas does not lose its initial properties and an attractive appearance at all. This is probably an important factor that is attractive to those who love originality and beauty in the home. Most companies engaged in the production and installation of the canvas provide an official warranty for 3 years. During this period, the manufacturer will easily compensate for spent funds, but only if the material loses its initial appearance. Also for three years, the ceiling will have the same shape, tension and elasticity. The most responsible manufacturers provide even more attractive warranty conditions.
- Simplicity of installation. Often the installation of suspended ceilings is carried out by specialists. Accordingly, the entire amount of work takes no more than an hour. This is really convenient, since all similar methods of ceiling decoration are designed for a longer process. You can also quickly remove the stretch ceiling. Everything is actually arranged very practical, so no problems should certainly arise, especially if experts are taken up to business. Installation occurs very quickly in small rooms and in huge houses.
- Large range of products. On sale you can find thousands of various options for the stretch fabric. It can be just white material either with patterns or drawings. Not so long ago it became possible to apply any image directly on the canvas. This gave a serious impetus to the development of designers, which can now realize even the most bold idea without any problems. Of course, drawings on the canvas are slightly more expensive than the rest of the canvas, but in some cases it is definitely worth paying. The durability of the material will maintain the initial saturation and clarity of the picture for many years.
- Water resistance. In our material, we will talk about the arrangement of a stretch ceiling in the bathroom. The thing is that increased humidity negatively affects the state of many finishing materials. However, the tension canvas is completely immune to the action of moisture, so it can be used in this room without any restrictions. In this case, the most important thing is to create a cozy atmosphere, which will bribe with its solidity and attractive brilliance from the first seconds.
- Safety. One of the strongest sides of suspended ceilings is safety, which applies not only to the environmental friendliness of the material. Many manufacturers boast of certificates that officially confirm the fire safety of the stretch fabric. That is why this product can be used in residential premises, in industrial workshops, and even in medical institutions. There are no practical restrictions. However, first, before buying, it is necessary to clarify all these issues directly with the manufacturer so that later no difficulties arise.
Also, stretch material perfectly hides all the defects of the ceiling that simply cannot be covered with any other materials. In addition, the glossy surface of the canvas can visually increase the space in the dwelling. This is especially useful in those frequent cases when the room is very small.
Stretch ceilings also have weaknesses:
- High price. Despite the fact that the cost of the stretch fabric is gradually reduced, it still remains high for the average person. Accordingly, it makes sense to equip stretch ceilings only in small rooms. It must also be borne in mind that often specialists are involved in the work, for which the work of which will need to be paid. When buying stretch material, you do not need to pay attention to too cheap products. It is better to immediately look at well -known manufacturers who have already managed to prove themselves in the building materials market.
- Fragility. Indeed, stretch ceilings are enough just damage. However, this requires a sharp object that can really create flaws on the canvas. Accordingly, during the operation of suspended ceilings, you need to be especially careful and careful. If there are some damaged areas, you need to immediately contact specialists and clarify all the information. Perhaps there is no need to completely replace the canvas at all. However, if the damage is large, then here you can not do without replacing the material. The problem also is that with flaws the canvas looks just terribly, and this spoils the appearance of the dwelling. Such a situation cannot be allowed, therefore, either a complete replacement is necessary or simply dismantling the tension material. Obviously, in places where there is a danger of damage to the canvas (gym, industrial workshop), it is better to abandon this option.
Varieties of the stretch fabric
On sale you can find various options for stretch ceilings. For example, seam and seamless materials are available, which have their advantages under certain conditions.
Installation of a stretch ceiling can often be carried out with cold and hot installations. Often the appropriate equipment has specialists who are engaged in the installation of the canvas. Accordingly, they will probably have to resort to their help.
It is also worth knowing that on sale you can find fabric and film stretch materials. When buying, you need to pay attention to their appearance. In addition to glossy options, materials are also available with a matte surface - a great option for a large room. Of course, glossy surfaces that are advisable to use in the bathroom are best handled with a water -repellent function.
Installation of a stretch ceiling in the bathroom
In this material, we will consider the features of the harpoon fastening of the stretch ceiling. This is the most practical option that has no drawbacks.
Accordingly, a special baguette is mounted along the perimeter of the room in which the canvas is installed, which will become the basis for our stretch ceiling. Inside this baguette is a special harpoon, which reliably fixes the canvas.
Of course, this option may not be the most attractive for the bathroom, so at the end of all work you can decorate the perimeter of the room with ceiling skirting boards.
Next, we consider this process a little more:
- For fastening around the perimeter of the baguetry room, we will need plastic dowels (6 mm). You need to understand that wiring or other communications can pass through the ceiling, which can make some problems. It often happens that there is a wiring in the wall, due to which it is impossible to install a fastener. In this case, it is necessary to make a choice in favor of profiles that are based on ceiling fixation.
- Before installing the stretch ceiling, it is necessary to install consoles for lighting devices. Often in the bathroom, lighting is installed on the ceiling, so you need to take care of all conditions associated with wiring and fastening of the lamps. Wood plywoods are used as consoles (or other materials that do not conduct electricity). Such elements can be attached to the ceiling using special metal corners, which are attached to the ceiling itself with dowels. If everything is done correctly, then the basis for installing the lamp can be found with your hands (after installing the stretch fabric).
- Next, you need to expand the purchased film. For fastening, special forceps will be used, which are suitable for a particular type of baguett. Previously, you need to heat the material (or cool, it all depends on the available installation). It should be borne in mind that it is better to take out most of the things from the room, which, under the influence of high temperatures, can be damaged. Next, the material is directly heated to 70 degrees Celsius. In the room itself, the temperature will be slightly lower.
- After that, the canvas is installed in the framework of the baguettes. Often, ordinary spatulas are used for this, which perfectly fasten the heated canvas to the created base. In some cases, small wrinkles can form. Fortunately, after cooling the material, they quickly disappear, and the surface becomes perfectly even.
- If there is a small gap between the ceiling and the wall, you need to pay attention to the use of ceiling skirting boards. As already mentioned, they will not only hide all the shortcomings of the installation of a stretch ceiling, but also emphasize the beauty of glossy material.
- Of course, do not forget about light sources. In places of location of lamps or lamps, sealing rings are glued. They are necessary so that you can easily cut a hole for lighting. However, you need to do everything very slowly, so as not to accidentally damage the tension material.
The good news also consists in the fact that under the stretch sheet you can place wires and other communications without any restrictions (it all depends on the space between the main ceiling and stretch material). Accordingly, if all the work is carried out efficiently, then there will be no threat of wiring, since the stretch ceiling is sealed, and sealing rings for lamps only emphasize the practicality of the material.
