There are different opinions on this issue. That is why it should be noted immediately that in terms of reliability, durability and ease of care between glossy and matt tension ceilings, there are no fundamental differences - they are absolutely identical in their performance characteristics. Differences are manifested under somewhat different evaluation criteria, but all of them are basically perceived purely subjectively.
Naturally, the personal preferences of a person play a decisive role in acquiring a variety of material, and sometimes they do not coincide with the opinion of a professional designer. In addition, there are some other factors( peculiarities of using the room, the age of the owners and a number of others), which need to be paid attention. That's all this and figure out what exactly the stretch ceilings to choose - at the discretion of the reader.
Glossy ceiling
"Pros"
This ceiling reflects light as a mirror. This creates an effect of greater illumination of the room, visually increasing its size. Even a small room will seem more spacious and light, there will be a feeling of something festive.
In addition, to give the room an originality, unique style, the material of the glossy fabric allows you to put on it any drawing( but not photographic).Everything depends on the owner's imagination.
Thanks to the translucent surface, the lighting fixtures can be installed in the space between the sheet and the ceiling slab. If there are several, and they are well located, the effect is amazing.
"Cons"
Purely practical - rarely in what room can "cover" the ceiling with a single piece of PVC.This is due not only to the standard sizes of glossy canvases( as a rule, their width is 2 m), but also to the geometry of the room( various niches, ledges).Therefore, when installing suspended ceilings, individual parts are welded together. This seam on a glossy surface can be noticeable, sometimes quite distinctly.
For example, with improperly selected lighting, peculiar arrangement and large dimensions of window openings, ceiling height, "inconvenient" installation of lighting fixtures, and so on, the seams can be seen. Matte products do not have this drawback.
In addition, on this surface, the slightest spots, stains, and contaminants are clearly visible. Therefore, it requires a more attentive attitude.
The choice of shade( color) of the canvas in advance is difficult to make. This is determined only directly in the room, after its installation. Therefore often it turns out on the principle of "guessed - not guessed".
Another drawback of "gloss" is its "tenderness".He does not like negative temperatures, that's why there is no sense in mounting such paintings in rooms that in winter can not be heated( for example, in a country house).
Frosted ceiling
"Pros"
Gives the surface a more familiar, traditional look. That's why most people prefer this kind of cover.
Even in a slightly dusty room, the matte ceiling does not fade. It will not be noticeable glare of light, which on some people act annoyingly or distract attention, preventing you from concentrating. Such canvases are more suitable for people who like to stay in solitude, to reflect in silence and peace.
Moreover, it creates the feeling that the room is much warmer. Yes, and the operation of such a ceiling is somewhat simpler than glossy, since the pollution is less visible.
"Cons"
A more formal view of the surface, although this is a drawback and relative. Lighting devices using the "hidden" installation method will not work. Probably, these are all the shortcomings that can be noted.
General recommendations of
For premises with insufficient natural lighting it is more expedient to choose glossy ceilings. They are better to be mounted in rooms of relatively small dimensions, when it is necessary to visually increase their volume."Gloss" is good for the living room, hallway. By the way, its darkened version is considered by many to be the best choice for a bathroom. In principle, who is accustomed to follow various trends of fashion, with the help of a glossy ceiling can give any room a peculiar, stylish look.
It is necessary to focus on the situation of the premises. If the choice fell on the glossy fabric, then in the interior it's nice to add mirrors, furnishings with metal parts.
In brightly lit rooms, in rooms with a large number of window openings it is better to mount matt ceilings. They are also great for children and bedrooms.
If everything "rests" on the financial side of the problem, the matte finish will be cheaper. Less seams - lower final cost of work.
One of the drawbacks of "gloss" is its "tenderness".He does not like negative temperatures, that's why there is no sense in mounting such paintings in rooms that in winter can not be heated( for example, in a country house, in a cold annex).But for matte ceilings, small minus temperatures are not the "final verdict".
The most important thing is to trust your own intuition. We need to imagine how this ceiling will look in a particular room, with its furnishings, dimensions, arrangement of windows, lamps. If there is an underlying feeling of discomfort, it becomes uncomfortable, it is better not to listen to the recommendations of specialists, but to do it your own way. After all, we will have to live with such a ceiling in the dwelling, and not strangers, even if they are professionals. On how to install a chandelier on a stretch ceiling, you can read in this article.
