The best stretch ceilings

Stretch ceilings today are a popular way to decorate a room. And it's easy to explain. In a short installation time the surface becomes perfectly smooth. Communication wires and pipes are hidden behind the fabric. Also, no additional processing of the rough surface is required. And huge catalogs of colors and textures of panels offer customers a wide choice to suit every taste. And here comes the rub, as it can be difficult to choose. Matte or glossy? Film or fabric? It is almost impossible to immediately determine which ceiling is better or worse.

As for my personal opinion, The best stretch ceilings are matte PVC fabric with a shadow gap. This option fits perfectly into trendy interior styles such as minimalism, hi-tech, loft, Scandinavian and the like, in addition, it is easy to maintain.

But I will try to understand all types in more detail today to help you make your own choice.

Which stretch ceiling is better?

I note that there are many types of stretch fabric. They differ not only in external qualities, but also in operational properties and design features. It is important to consider the direction in which the room is decorated. The style of the room decides a lot, including the choice of decoration.

First of all, pay attention to the appearance of the ceiling.Cheap materials rarely look good.

Features of choosing a stretch ceiling

The type of room where the structure will be installed is of great importance. For the kitchen and bathroom (as well as a balcony or loggia) choose ceilings with increased performance properties. The canvas will have to withstand high humidity and temperature changes - this can deform the fabric if the material chosen is of poor quality.

Undoubtedly, one of the selection criteria is the design of the room. A certain color or texture can complement the style of a room. Today there are many types of ceilings:

• shadow;
• textured;
• perforated;
• with print and others.

All of them fit effectively into the surrounding environment and complete the image of the room.

Fabric or PVC film?

The main types of suspended ceilings by type of material are fabric and film. They are made from polymer components, but using different technologies. Their appearance is very different from each other.

Choosing from two options is quite simple if you focus on their main characteristics:

1. Indoor microclimate. Fabric ceilings are not afraid of low and high temperatures. They are ideal for installation in cold rooms. The film ceiling will deform when cooled and stretch when heated.
2. Purpose of the premises. In the bedroom or nursery it is better to use fabric ones. They are safe for health and do not emit harmful substances. In the bathroom, on the balcony, as well as in the corridor or office, it is proposed to include a film ceiling in the interior.
3. Design idea. Based on the designers' ideas, the type of tension fabric is chosen. PVC films have an endless palette of colors, as well as glossy and matte textures.With their help, the room is given a unique look and charm.
4. Room size. This is an important criterion. If the width of the space is large, they focus on fabric canvases. They are produced by manufacturers up to 5 meters and are almost always installed without seams.

For me, ease of cleaning is considered an important selection criterion. Fabric ceilings are more labor intensive. The texture of the material does not allow it to be wiped with a damp cloth for cleaning. You will have to use special products and sponges to remove the stain.

At the same time, film ceilings are unpretentious in maintenance, easy and quick to install, and are distinguished by a wealth of colors and textures. However the width of the canvas is small, in large rooms there is almost always a seam. This spoils the appearance of the surface.

Glossy or matte?

It all depends on the tastes of the apartment owners and design ideas at the beginning of the renovation. Glossy canvases create a mirror effect. If the dark color of the tension material is selected, the room will be filled with a mysterious shine. When selecting light-colored canvases, it will shine with additional light and brightness.

Matte fabrics look noble and expensive, but cannot boast such a wide palette of colors. If you consider yourself a supporter of the classics, choose a white matte ceiling or its variations - cream, milky, beige and others. It looks aesthetically pleasing and pleasant.

With or without print?

Again, this is a matter of taste. If there is insufficient decor in furnishings drawing on the ceiling will be a good solution. For a child’s room or parents’ bedroom, a “starry sky” canvas with a print in the form of a luminous sky is an excellent solution. Your child will love falling asleep by counting the stars above the bed.

Large appliqués, floral motifs or predatory prints are the perfect addition to thematic styles. For example, eco-style in the bathroom goes well with a ceiling decorated with daisies. It's fresh and attractive. While lying in the bath, you can enjoy the ghostly aroma of flowers.

In general, suspended ceilings are a modern finishing material. He meets the requirements of GOSTs and SNiPs, does not harm the health of apartment residents. Feel free to choose the canvas that you liked in the manufacturer’s catalogs.