Lamps for stretch ceilings: photo, types, installation

Stretch ceilings in homes are installed more often. This is due to the fact that the stretcher is a really practical and attractive solution. And the most interesting is that every year this product is becoming more beautiful and modern. On sale you can find really amazing stretch ceilings that will turn even the most "gray" dwelling into a cozy space.

At the same time, do not forget about some of the problems that can be encountered during the installation of tension barsolkov. In this case, it is worth noting the issue associated with the selection and subsequent installation of fixtures. Obviously, the perfectly flat 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 installation of light sources must be done in a short time. Obviously, the process of installing luminaires based on a stretched ceiling has many subtleties, which we will discuss in this material.

Also in the article we will mention the basic details related to the choice of fixtures. There are a lot of variants of this product on sale, so choosing the most suitable option is not always easy.

The main features of using luminaires based on stretch ceilings

First you need to keep in mind that the choice of luminaire is based on information about the height of the ceiling. The higher the ceiling, the greater the source of light. Of course, this is not the most basic rule, since the premises can have large scales, and then it will be more correct to install several small light sources.

The following is a list of the main types of luminaires for tension ceilings:

• spotlights;
• LED strip;
• chandelier;
• lighting-plates.

It is worth mentioning that there are practically no limitations associated with the use of luminaires based on a stretch ceiling. The most important thing is to ensure a reliable fixing of the light source.

You can also combine the type of lighting space. However, it should be borne in mind that too many fixtures on the ceiling can adversely affect the appearance of the tension surface. It is worth remembering that the created ceiling is more a design solution, allowing to decorate the room.

Using spotlights

Often, on the basis of a stretched ceiling, spotlights are installed. They have small dimensions, so in terms of design, this is the ideal solution. Despite this, even in a small room you will need several spotlights to ensure normal lighting.

If several years ago only a couple of types of spotlights could be found on sale, now there are over a hundred of them. Such light sources can be round, square, oval. In addition, there are special salons, which offer a huge range of fixtures. In this case, we have the opportunity not only to choose a certain model, but also to consult with specialists on various issues. Consultants will easily select several types of lighting, which will ideally be combined within a specific space.

The same spotlights can also have some design, but more often it makes sense to choose in favor of neutral options, because otherwise we get a stretch ceiling with too many accents.

Most often, spotlights are produced in such a way that they will be used on the basis of a stretch ceiling. The thing is that some light sources strongly heat the tension base, but this should not be allowed. In this regard, spot lighting is one of the best.

As for the disadvantages of spotlights, the owners often notice too rapid burnout of the bulbs. To avoid such trouble, it makes sense to purchase a voltage regulator.

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

In addition, spotlights can have special rims. Most often they are exclusively decorative function. By themselves, the rims can be made from original materials, and these elements also have a variety of shapes and sizes.

It should also be borne in mind that such rims can create a kind of halo of light, which, in some cases, is able to focus on some roughness of the stretcher.

Chandeliers based on a stretch ceiling, as well as lamp-plates

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

• Excellent light source. Unlike the same spotlight, one small chandelier can illuminate a large space.
• Appearance. Running a little beforehand, it should be noted that not every chandelier is suitable for a stretch ceiling, but the assortment of this product is simply enormous. And you can buy a truly amazing exterior chandelier, which will, together with the stretch fabric create a bright and attractive space.
• Easy to install. In this matter, there is nothing complicated, as often chandeliers have standard fasteners.

Despite this, in this case there are some problematic places. The point is that often the owners of the dwelling use incandescent bulbs, which can spoil the tension surface of the ceiling. In such cases, you must do everything possible to ensure that the heat from the bulbs does not affect the ceiling. To do this, you can ensure the optimal distance of light sources from the surface( about 40 cm).In addition, you can use energy-saving lamps that do not overheat strongly.

There must be an air gap between the chandelier and the ceiling, so the light source plumes are often sent down.

As for the lamp-plate, it is also a fairly common option, which looks very good on the basis of the stretched ceiling. Most often, people choose this kind of lighting in the event that the chandelier simply does not fit into the scale of the room. The case may be in too low ceilings. The lamp-plate is a miniature light source, which, although it does not provide such a large-scale lighting, as a full-fledged chandelier, but also shows itself well in small rooms. Here again it must be borne in mind that the light bulb can adversely affect the condition of the stretch ceiling. Therefore, preliminary tests should be carried out, which will make it possible at least to make sure that the lamp is safe for permanent use. In such a lamp it is impossible to use candle-lamps, otherwise they will simply tuck into a smooth linen ceiling.

Lighting for high ceilings

Many may think that for high ceilings, you can not choose a normal light source, but the opposite is true. In this case, you can buy almost any chandelier, which has a sufficient length of suspension. Thus, if there is a sufficient distance between the chandelier and the ceiling, you do not have to worry about the condition of the canvas. As already mentioned, this distance should be 40 cm.

Together with chandeliers, you can use spotlights, but most likely they will act as a decorative element of the ceiling, because they will not affect the state of the room's lighting.

LED strip and stretch ceiling

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

However, they are excellent show themselves as a decorative element of the ceiling. LEDs can be arranged in such a way that they emphasize the original appearance of the stretch ceiling. The most interesting is that if the ceiling has a design created on the basis of plasterboard. Thus, the LED strip allows you to focus on one or another sector of the tension surface.

Often, LED strips are well decorated with matt tension coatings, and glossy ceilings reflect too much light.

Assembling of spotlights

More often than not, installation of lighting fixtures should be considered before installing the tension ceiling. This is due to the fact that to begin with you need to conduct to the desired place all the wires, as well as correctly locate the frame.

Thus, to begin with, several preliminary steps are carried out:

• A marking is created on the surface of the ceiling, on the basis of which we will be guided when installing light sources. Together with this you need to take care of the necessary wires. They should be located near the places where the fixtures will be installed.
• Further special racks are mounted. These are the elements on which the fixtures will be fixed.

After this stage, you can safely carry out the process of installing a stretch ceiling. At the same time, it is necessary to ensure that the frame of the future lamp does not bulge out. If everything is done correctly, then simply grope the hole and gently cut. To begin with, it's enough to just release the wires under the canvas.

• Further it is possible to mount a thermal insulating ring which will go right after the basic skeleton of the fixture. At the same stage, it is desirable to cut out the circle for the further installation of the main part of the luminaire.
• So, after the heat ring is installed the light source. This component of the ceiling must fit tightly into the hole. There should be no gaps between the rings. In the same way, all luminaires are mounted.

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

Stretch ceiling and chandelier

Install a chandelier based on a stretch ceiling somewhat more complicated than a spotlight. The thing is that for this process we will need to create a wood platform, which will reliably hold the entire structure.

• The dimensions of the wood plate should roughly match the size of the chandelier. Also in the middle there should be a small hole, through which wires and a hook will pass.
• At the very beginning, a hook is mounted on the ceiling, after which wires can be connected. The wood board itself is installed on the basis of adjustable racks.
• The distance between the main ceiling and the tensioning sheet must be up to 50 mm.
• Then the suspended ceiling itself is mounted. After that, you need to grope for the hole and cut the hole under it. It should be borne in mind that here, as in the case of installing a spotlight, you need to install a sealing ring, which will become a certain boundary for the hole in the ceiling.
• Well, at the very end of the lead wires, and the chandelier is hung on the hook. Naturally, you need to ensure that everything is located exactly and reliably.

Special attention should be paid to removing the fastening of the wood substrate. This question depends on how much the chandelier weighs. With small structures, there are almost no problems, however, heavy metal chandeliers with several shades can not only deform the ceiling, but also completely destroy it.

Mounting of light-plates and LED strips

Light-emitting diode tapes are installed extremely simply. The light sources themselves are installed with the help of small fasteners( self-tapping screws), and the wires are hidden under a stretch ceiling. It should be said that LED light sources are not recommended to be attached to the most tensioned ceiling, as it can be seriously damaged, or simply unreliable to make the installation.

If we talk about the installation of lamp-plates, this process is very similar to what we have when installing point light sources. In this case, there is also a wireframe assembly and further fastening with the supply of wires.