Illumination of a stretched ceiling by a light-emitting diode tape from within a photo: on perimetre, installation and installation, video as by own hands

Stretch ceilings with illumination from the inside - this is a stylish solution that allows to give the room an unusual appearance With what speed is the technology progressing in the modern world. Until recently, from the words of the stretch ceiling it became pleasant on the soul, but empty in the purse. Now, at a time when stretch ceilings in the Russian market are represented by all kinds of companies and competition is very high - stretch ceilings have become more accessible. Therefore, designers offer different solutions, including the lighting of the stretch ceiling with an LED ribbon from the inside.

What are the types of lighting suspended ceilings

Depending on theThe height of the room and the ability to bite 10 cm from the height of the room can be made several types of stretch ceilings and highlights for them.

Some kinds of illumination that will provide good, but not sufficient lighting:

• LED strip around the perimeter of the tension single-level ceiling;
• Two-level ceiling with GKL box around the perimeter with illumination;
• LED strip under tension ceiling - simple shapes;
• Designed stretch ceilings with lighting in accordance with the overall design.

When installing any of the designs, the question arises about changing the lighting, or rather the LED ribbons inside the ceiling.

In most cases, LED strips with a long life are used to create a suspended ceiling light.

But the manufacturers of the tapes promise the uninterrupted operation of their lighting equipment for ten years.

For this period, even something can happen with the ceiling, so the installation of LED strips under the entire structure of the stretch ceiling is a safe and long-lasting installation.

But if there are concerns about the durability of the LED ribbons inside the ceiling, then it is possible to place them around the perimeter, hidden in a box of plasterboard or just below the stretched ceiling, closed with a special plinth.

LED strip in stretch ceiling - beauty inside

The stretch ceiling with LED ribbons inside is chosen by young people and in children's rooms.

The advantages of such lighting are much more than minuses:

1. LED tapes spend much less electricity than conventional fluorescent lights;
2. This lighting is ready to serve for years without changing lamps;
3. Allow to create unthinkable and unforgettable interiors;
4. Lighting can serve instead of a night lamp;
5. It is possible to set the intensity of the backlight;
6. LED strips can be white or multicolored.

Multicolored LEDs can be located not only along the perimeter, but also over the entire surface of the tension ceiling

The only drawback is that the same picture of the ceiling can get bored in such a long period.

Young people prefer to make unimaginable light figures on the ceiling in their room or create light music for home discos and parties.

In the children's room, this lighting is irreplaceable. Many babies are afraid to go to bed without light, but to include a point light or leave the daylight is very expensive. LED stripes under the ceiling in the nursery can be made in the form of a starry sky map or arrange the tape in the form of a favorite hero. The child will sleep peacefully, and energy savings will be visible in the first month.

Tension ceilings with illumination around the perimeter - installation options

Creation of a calm mood gives soft illumination along the perimeter of the stretch ceiling. In the evening, I want to relax not only myself, but also my eyes, for this reason the installation of LED ribbons along the perimeter is the best option for lighting. This light does not bother, it will never go out of fashion, it's easy to change ribbons.

When installing the ceiling tension lighting on the perimeter, the LED strip is masked with a special skirting board

The principle of installation is to install LED strips on the wall, just below the ceiling. What would not be seen the design of her close a special ceiling skirting. You can make a multi-level ceiling, the perimeter of which will be made of GCR and the tape will be hidden in it. In this case, do not make a glossy stretch ceiling, as the entire construction of gypsum board and tape will be reflected in the glossy, as in the mirror. Such a picture will greatly spoil the interior and become the worst project in the house.

It is important to know that the LEDs do not give full illumination and the chandelier is just as necessary in the room.

The version with illumination around the perimeter of the stretch ceiling is good for the living room or dining room. In the evening, when you want to relax, and watch a video or TV, you can turn off the main light, leaving only the LEDs around the perimeter of the room. This lighting is necessary, since it's not recommended to watch TV without light, oculists do not recommend it, and in case of full daylight the eyes do not rest with the help of a chandelier.

In addition, the intensity of LED lighting can be reduced and create a comfortable environment for yourself.

Installation of LED tape under suspended ceiling

Of course, not everyone can install the stretch ceiling with their own hands, but to make an unforgettable light picture is available to many. Since the ceiling is mounted, fixed only by the guides along the perimeter of the room, the space between them, or rather the entire rough ceiling - is a field for activity and a clean sheet of paper.

To make an exclusive light drawing, you first need to draw the location of the tapes on the ceiling. Depending on the chosen pattern and the color of the ceiling material itself, select LED strips. It can be white or colored LEDs.

According to your own drawing, you need to measure the tape's own footage, add a little to unexpected changes or additions and purchase material, namely the LED ribbon itself, connectors for connecting separate parts of the tape, wires for connecting to the power system of the room and the relay to change the intensity of the color.

For the LED strip to be used for a long time without repair, it is attached to the cleaned and non-greasy surface

How to attach the tape:

• Since the tape has an adhesive basis, it can be fixed to the ceiling withEase, the only problem is that the ceiling must be fully prepared for this action. Namely, the surface must be degreased, primed, sanded and plastered.
• The adhesive layer adheres very well, and for this reason it is necessary to act slowly with high precision and caution.
• You can cut the tape only in specially marked places, and connect using special connectors. Strong inflections also affect the duration of the LEDs, creating a picture, it is worth considering this fact.
• After completely gluing and connecting all components located on the ceiling, it is necessary to connect the lighting to a common network. But do not think that the wires from the tape can simply be included in a common network or outlet. This is done through a special converter called a power supply.
• For tapes of different lengths there are their power supplies and their power should be calculated depending on the length of the tapes and their number. Depending on the energy consumed by the LED tape, which is prescribed in the certificate, as well as in the instructions that are issued even when purchasing one meter.

The power consumption is indicated by 1 meter length, so when installing, multiply the length of the tape by one meter.

Installation of LED tape in the suspended ceiling( video)

Seeing the result, you should choose the power supply closest to it. Having studied the connection instructions and, finally, connecting the entire figure to the network, check the lighting work. After complete assembly, install the stretch ceiling and enjoy the results obtained.

stretch ceiling illumination LED ribbon inside( photo)