Service life of stretch ceilings

Stretch ceilings are a great way to give a room an aesthetic and neat look. They appeared on the domestic market relatively recently, however, this did not prevent them from quickly becoming the sales leaders among finishing materials for the ceiling. Read about what types of stretch ceilings are, what is the service life of these products and how to take care of them, read our article.

Stretch ceilings are a canvas made of a special material and serve as a decorative coating, which is often matched to the color of the overall interior. The installation of the canvas is carried out using a special profile and guides.

The range of stretch ceilings consists of many models, which differ from each other in size, color, material. Basically, perforated vinyl fabric is used to create stretch canvases. Its feature is durability, harmlessness, environmental friendliness, fire resistance. If necessary, you can dismantle the stretch ceiling without damaging the canvas.

Despite the wide variety of assortment of these canvases, they can be conditionally divided into only two types:

• PVC film canvases;
• fabric canvases.

Also canvases are matte, glossy, satin, mirror, textured. They look especially good in multi-level structures. Delightful results can be achieved through the play of colors. Thanks to modern photo printing technologies, today any image can be applied to the canvas - landscape, night sky, geometric patterns, floral patterns and much more.

Almost all manufacturers of these products claim that the shelf life of structures reaches 10-15 years. Practice shows that with proper care and adherence to the installation rules, tension structures are really capable of withstanding such a long period without loss of performance.

A properly installed ceiling should be smooth and level. The canvas should not sag and crack, fabric and vinyl products should not allow moisture to pass through. The brightness of the color and the outline of the pattern must remain as they were.

Experts say that it is possible to extend the lifespan of the stretch ceiling up to 20-30 years.

To do this, the following recommendations must be followed:

• Entrust the installation to professionals. Choose a company known for its good reputation and reviews. If you need to assemble the ceiling manually, follow the recommendations of specialists.
• When choosing a product for an unheated room, it is better to give preference to film or fabric structures that tolerate low temperatures better than others.
• Avoid cuts, scrapes, punctures in the canvas. Such damage requires repair, which significantly reduces the life of the product.

Tension structures are easy to operate.

The main thing is to choose the right product and follow the advice of experts, and then your ceiling will shine and shine, even after a few years:

• Usually wet cleaning is carried out every few months. Exceptions are the ceilings in the bathroom and kitchen - here dust and dirt settle on the surface of the canvas twice as fast.
• When choosing a detergent, avoid abrasive compounds and solvents - they can severely damage the canvas. It is best to purchase a specialized product, but you can also use mirror cleaners. Grease stains can be easily washed with soapy water.
• Cloths should be cleaned with a dry cloth or vacuum cleaner, stubborn dirt can be rubbed a little with a soft brush.
• Glossy canvases can be rubbed lightly with ammonia.
• It is strictly forbidden to use brushes with stiff bristles, mops, sharp objects - all this can lead to scratches and even punctures. The water for washing must be warm, otherwise the coating may deform. In no case should you actively rub, squeeze and scrape off dirt. The blade should be cleaned with progressive movements without pressure.

Stretch ceiling consumers unanimously note the practicality, reliability and durability of these products. First of all, tensile structures fell in love with their versatility: they are able to turn even the most curved ceiling into a beautiful even coating. Many people buy these products because they want to solve the problem of finishing the ceiling once and for all. In addition, a wide range of colors allows each customer to choose the best option for their interior.

The long term of use played a significant role in the popularity of the products., fire and water repellent properties, environmental friendliness. Buyers note that the service life of these products is fully consistent with those declared by the manufacturers, but subject to careful care and adherence to the recommendations for use.

Stretch ceilings are especially fond of the owners of small apartments - glossy and mirrored canvases have the effect of expanding the space. In addition, this is also a good design move in interior decoration.

As with any product, stretch ceilings have disadvantages. These include a high risk of puncture and cut. One careless movement with a sharp object is enough, and a hole is formed in the coating, which must be repaired immediately.

Some models (especially film ones) have a strong odor. However, as practice shows, it quickly disappears. This disadvantage is typical for inexpensive canvases, the cost of which is due to poor quality. When purchasing these products, remember that they are not resistant to high temperatures. Therefore, it is necessary to select light sources suitable for these structures.

By installing tension structures, you will forget about the problems of repairing the ceiling covering for many years. A competent installation and proper care of the product will provide a beautiful, well-groomed look of the stretch coating.

For information on how to install a stretch ceiling yourself, see the next video.