Installation of two-level tension ceilings

Stretch ceilings appeared several years ago and since then simple white, plastered ceilings are gradually disappearing into oblivion.

Stretch ceilings are single-level, two-level or multi-level.

Two-level stretch ceiling is a non-standard and original solution for any interior.

Installation of two-level stretch ceilings is made in several stages and can be made of gypsum board, followed by its painting, or PVC film.

The frame of two-level ceilings is assembled from profiles and a guiding baguette.

Installation of a two-level ceiling from gypsum board is a rather long and laborious process. Another thing - stretch ceiling from the PVC film.

Such a ceiling can be fully installed by hand, and most importantly - the material for them has a huge variety of textures and colors, which allows you to implement any design idea.

For example, using a tensioned two-level ceiling, you can visually divide the room into different functional groups or highlight any significant elements of the interior, repeating their shape and coloring on the stretch ceiling.

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Mounting methods

Two-level stretch ceilings can be installed in several ways.

The first method involves fixing on the ceiling structures made with a certain configuration. Between the designs, then stretch the film.

The second method is a bit simpler: a special baguette is installed and fixed on the ceiling, which is subsequently pulled on the stretch ceiling.

The second way is much better than the first, as the plasterboard structures "eat" a lot of space, which does not allow them to be installed in apartments or houses with low ceilings.

Correctly chosen for color, texture and configuration, the suspended ceiling can not only visually increase the height of the room, but also disguise all defects and flaws in the main ceiling, hide all kinds of communications, ventilation shafts, etc.

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Therefore installation of a tension ceiling is best entrusted to professionals. Experts competently and quickly will make all necessary measurements, make a sketch, cut the canvas and fix it on the baguette.

Despite some complexity of installation and manufacturing technology, the two-level stretch ceiling in some cases is simply irreplaceable in its practical and aesthetic qualities.

If you choose the right lighting, a game of light and color shades, then this ceiling will be just a unique piece of art.

Lighting and design of the

The lighting fixtures intelligently built between the ceiling levels allow you to visually make a small room light and spacious, or on the contrary, the huge room is divided into several cozy zones.

There are a lot of options for designing tensioned two-level ceilings.

You can combine the colors and texture of the material, complement the ceiling design with lighting fixtures, use a combination of matte and glossy ceilings, etc.

Usually installation of a two-level ceiling takes a little time, a maximum of 2 days, provided that the work will be done by qualified installers, from the same company where the stretch ceiling was purchased.

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If desired, the installation of a stretch ceiling can be completely done by yourself. From the name of the ceiling it is clear that it is formed from two levels and resembles steps in appearance.

Some important tips for

The installation of such a ceiling occurs in several stages. First of all, make measurements and draw a drawing. Then, according to these measurements, the ceiling is cut out. Most often this is done at the factory.

After the manufacture of all parts of the ceiling, a metal frame is installed. The canvas of the ceiling is stretched and with the help of harpoons or wedges fastened to the frame.

Before installing the stretch ceiling, make sure that all the leads under the lighting are made on the ceiling, and the electrical wires are securely fixed with special clamps.

The cost of installing a two-level ceiling depends on the material selected, the complexity of the stretch ceiling design and the design method and can be quite high.

The shape of the ceiling varies: wave, cone, starry sky, arch, etc.

On the surface of a two-level ceiling, you can place 3D photos, 3 D drawings or any other images.

Mounting technology

If you decide to install a tension double-level ceiling yourself or entrust this to other performers, then know that in this case, the company where you purchased it will not be responsible for the quality of the film installation.

The technology of installation of two-level tension ceilings must be observed exactly and consistently by installers, otherwise it will be necessary to strengthen the frame, then completely reverse everything.

To ensure that the web tension is perfectly flat, every detail must be perfectly fitted.

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Required Tools

So, for self-installation of a two-level ceiling you will need some tools and equipment:

• screwdriver and punch;
• heat gun with gas cylinder;
• ladder-ladder;
• level;
• special spatulas and blades for tensioning and fastening the blade.

The perforator is necessary for fixing the guide profiles to the walls, and the heat gun is needed to warm up the fabric before tensioning.

Doing installation of two-level tension ceilings with your own hands, remember the most difficult moments of this process, which include taking measurements, cutting the ceiling and working with the gas cylinder.

Removal of measurements is of particular importance, because if you take measurements incorrectly, you can eventually get an uneven surface.

You should also be careful and careful when cutting the blade and working with the heat gun.

Before the installation, it is recommended to watch video master classes on installing tensioned two-level ceilings to understand what and how to do and where to start.

The assembly process begins with measurements and drawing up a sketch of the future ceiling.

Measure the perimeter and diagonal of the room, calculate the total area, take into account the prospective locations of the fixtures, that is, take into account all the details.

The sketch is sent to the workshop for the manufacture of a stretch ceiling.

To attach the tensioning cloth to the walls set a special profile-baguette.

To do this, determine the exact line on which the baguette will pass and fix the mounting profile at its level.

If a standard lighting fixture, for example a chandelier, is installed on the ceiling, then a distance of 4-6 cm is usually left from the main ceiling to the tension. The baguette profile is firmly secured by the "dowel-nail" system.

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Such fasteners are able for years to reliably hold the stretch ceiling.

After installing the baguette, wiring and fixing all kinds of designs for luminaires or lighting fixtures, the fabric is started.

The fabric is stretched on a baguette with the help of angular suspensions. Next - run a heat gun, which heats the ceiling canvas to 70 degrees.

Now the heated sheet with the help of special spatulas or blades is fixed in the profile.
Already in a stretched canvas, holes are cut through the lighting fixtures.

To the installed luminaires the sheet is fastened with special latches. Complete the installation of two-level ceilings installation of cornices.