Luminaires for stretch ceiling: photos, types, installation

Stretch ceilings in housing are set increasingly. This is due to the fact that the stretch canvas is really practical and an attractive solution. And the most interesting thing is that every year this product is becoming more beautiful and more modern. You can find really amazing stretch ceilings, which will also turn into a cozy space.

At the same time, you should not forget about some problems with which you can encounter in the process of installing stretch ceilings. In this case, it is worth noting the issue associated with the choice and subsequent installation of lamps. Obviously, the perfectly smooth surface of any stretch ceiling is incredibly sensitive to changes associated with repair work.

Of course, without lamps in the apartment can not do, and the installation of light sources should be produced in a short time. Obviously, the process of mounting lamps based on the stretch ceiling has a lot of subtleties, which we will tell in this material.

Also in the article we mention the main details associated with the choice of lamps. There is a lot of options for this product on sale, so it is not always easy to choose the most suitable option.

The main features of the use of lamps based on stretch ceilings

First you need to keep in mind that the choice of the lamp is based on the information about the height of the ceiling. The higher the ceiling, the greater the light source should be. Of course, this is not the most basic rule, since the room can have a big scale, and then it will be more correct to establish several small light sources.

The following is a list of the main types of lamps for the stretch ceiling:

• spotlights;
• lED ribbons;
• chandeliers;
• lamps-plates.

It is worth saying that there are practically no restrictions related to the use of lamps based on a stretch ceiling. The most important thing is to ensure reliable fastening of the light source.

You can also combine the type of lighting space. However, it should be borne in mind that too many luminaires on the ceiling can be negatively affected by the appearance of the tensioning surface. It is worth remembering that the ceiling created is rather a designer solution that allows you to decorate the room.

Using point lamps

Often based on the stretch ceiling occurs pointing point lamps. They have small dimensions, so in terms of design it is an ideal solution. Despite this, even a small room will need several point lamps to ensure normal lighting.

If a few years ago on sale it was possible to find only a couple of types of point lamps, now there are more hundreds of them. Such light sources can be round, square, oval. In addition, there are special salons in which a huge range of lamps is offered. In this case, we have the opportunity not only to choose a specific model, but also consult with specialists in one way or another. Consultants will easily select several types of lighting, which will be perfectly combined within a particular space.

The dot luminaires themselves can also have some design, but most often it makes sense to make a choice in favor of neutral options, since otherwise we get a stretch ceiling with too much accents.

Most often, point lamps are produced with the calculation that they will be used on the basis of the stretch ceiling. The thing is that some light sources strongly heat the tension base, and it is impossible to allow. In this regard, point lighting is one of the best.

As for the shortcomings of point lamps, often the owners note too fast bulbs. To avoid such trouble, it makes sense to acquire a voltage stabilizer.

If the room is too large, then the point lamps can only be an addition to the main lighting. However, there may be exceptions, since everything, as already mentioned, depends on the characteristics of the room.

In addition, point lamps may have special rims. Most often, they are solely decorative function. The rims themselves can be made of original materials, these elements also have a variety of forms and sizes.

It should also be borne in mind that such rims can create a peculiar halo of light, which, in some cases, is able to emphasize the attention on some irregularities of the tensioning canvas.

Standpers based on stretch ceiling, as well as lamps-plates

Immediately you need to start with the main advantages of a conventional chandelier installed on the stretch ceiling:

• Exchange light source. Unlike the same point lamp, one small chandelier is able to illuminate a large space.
• Appearance. Run a little should be noted that for the stretch ceiling, not every chandelier is suitable, but the assortment of this product is just a colossal. Moreover, you can purchase a really amazing externally chandelier, which will create a bright and attractive space together with the stretch cannon.
• Easy installation. There is nothing complicated in this matter, since often chandeliers have standard mounts.

Despite this, in this case there are some problem areas. It is about the fact that often the owners of the dwelling use incandescent bulbs that can spoil the stretch surface of the ceiling. In such cases, it is necessary to do everything possible to ensure that the heat from the light bulbs does not affect the ceiling. To do this, it is possible to ensure the optimal distance of light sources from the surface (about 40 cm). In addition, you can use energy-saving lamps that are not strongly overheated.

There must be an air layer between the chandelier and the ceiling, so the light source plaffones are often going down.

As for the lamp plate, it is also a fairly common option, which looks very good on the basis of the stretch ceiling. Most often, this type of lighting people choose if the chandelier simply does not fit into the scale of the room. It may be in too low ceilings. The lamp plate is a miniature light source, which, although it does not provide so large-scale lighting as a full chandelier, but also shows itself in small rooms. Here, again, it is necessary to keep in mind that the lamp light can adversely affect the state of the stretch ceiling. Therefore, it should be pre-conducting some tests that will allow at least a bit to make sure that the lamp is safe for continuous use. In such a lamp, it is impossible to use candles lamps, otherwise they simply disappear into the smooth cloth of the ceiling.

Lighting for high ceilings

Many people might think that for high ceilings it is impossible to choose a normal source of lighting, but the opposite is on the contrary. In this case, you can purchase almost any chandelier that has sufficient suspension. Thus, if there is a sufficient distance between the chandelier and the ceiling, you can not worry about the condition of the canvas. As already mentioned, this is the most distance should be 40 cm.

Together with the chandeliers, you can use point lamps, however, most likely they will act as a decorative ceiling element, since they will not affect the lighting state of the room.

LED ribbons and stretch ceiling

In recent years, LED ribbons have become considerable popularity. This is due to the fact that such a light source is perfectly located on any surfaces, even those that have torture. However, it is worth noting that such lighting is practical only for evening rest in front of the TV or parties. A full source of lighting LED ribbons can not be called.

However, they reveal themselves as a decorative ceiling element. LEDs can be positioned so that they emphasize the original appearance of the stretch ceiling. It looks most interesting if the ceiling has a design created on the basis of drywall. Thus, the LED tape allows you to focus on one or another stretch surface sector.

Often, LED tapes are nicely decorated with matte stretching coatings, and glossy ceilings reflect too much light.

Installation of point luminaires

Most often about the installation of lamps should be conceived before the installation of the stretch ceiling. This is due to the fact that all wires need to be held to the right place, as well as correctly arrange the framework.

Thus, a few presets are held to begin:

• On the surface of the ceiling, a markup is created, on the basis of which we will focus when installing light sources. Together with this you need to take care of the summary of the necessary wires. They must be near those places where the lamps will be mounted.
• Next, special racks are mounted. These are the elements on which lamps will be fixed.

After this stage, it is safe to carry out the installation process of the stretch ceiling. At the same time, you need to ensure that the frame of the future lamp is not discharged. If everything is done correctly, then then the hole is simpsed and it is neatly cut. To begin with, it is enough just to release the wires under the canvas.

• Next, you can mount the thermal insulating ring, which will go immediately after the main frame of the lamp. At the same stage, it is preferably high quality cut circle for further installation of the main part of the lamp.
• Thus, after the thermal chart, the light source is set. This component of the ceiling must fit tightly into the hole. There should be no gaps between rings. In the same way the installation of all lamps is carried out.

It is worth noting that the performance of the lamp, as well as the supply of electricity through the released wires, should be checked before installing the stretch ceiling.

Stretch ceiling and chandelier

Install on the basis of the tension ceiling chandelier is somewhat more complicated than the point lamp. The thing is that for this process we will need to create a wood platform, which will allow you to securely hold the entire design.

• Wood plate dimensions must roughly match the size chandeliers. Also in the middle there should be a small hole through which the wires and hook will pass.
• At the very beginning, the ceiling is mounted hook, after which the wires can be summed up. Wood cooker itself is installed on the basis of adjustable racks.
• The distance between the main ceiling and the stretch canvas should be up to 50 mm.
• Next, the tension ceiling itself is mounted. After that, you need to grope a hole and cut the hole under it. It should be borne in mind that here, as in the case of mounting a point lamp, you should install a sealing ring that will become a certain border for the hole in the ceiling.
• Well, at the very end there are wires, and the chandelier itself hangs on the hook. Naturally, you need to ensure that everything is located smoothly and most reliable as possible.

Special attention here should be removed the fastening of the wood base. This question depends on how much the chandelier itself weighs. With small structures, there are practically no problems, but heavy metal chandeliers with several ceiling can not only deform the ceiling, but also to completely destroy it.

Installation of lamps-plates and LED ribbons

LED ribbons are mounted extremely simple. The light sources themselves are installed using small fastening elements (self-samples), and the wires are hidden under the tensioning ceiling. It is worth saying that the LED light sources are not recommended to be attached to the tension ceiling itself, as it can be seriously damaged, or simply unreliable to make installation.

If we talk about installing lamps-plates, then this process is very similar to what we have when installing point light sources. In this case, the framework of the frame and further fastening with the supply of wires occurs.