Stretch ceiling in the bathroom: pros and cons
Like any finishing material, the stretch cloth for the bathroom has its pros and cons:
- The stretch ceiling is practical because it is moisture resistant and meets the requirements of an antiseptic, it does not grow mold and fungus, does not form condensation and does not accumulate dust, does not have combustible properties, paints do not wash off and do not burn out.
- Decorative presentable appearance of the canvas is easy to maintain. It does not require complicated care, when it fades, it is enough to wipe it with a dry cloth, sprinkled with a window cleaner.
- In the event of a leak in the bathtub from above, installed by the harpoon method and equipped with a cork, the stretch ceiling will not lose its appearance. Opening the cork, the master will drain the water if the leak is small. But there is nothing to worry about, even in the event of a serious accident. The canvas holds up to 100 liters of water per 1 square meter. In this case, the craftsmen partially dismantle the ceiling, download the water, having dried the surface, mount it in place without visible changes in the surface.
- The service life of suspended ceilings is 10 years, but in reality they will last much longer if mechanical damage is not caused.
- Stretch ceiling in the bathroom will save from painting and whitewashing for many years.
Minus Stretch Ceilings - An odor that will erode from about 2 to 5 days.
A bead installation system costs up to 30% less than a harpoon system. But it is less reliable. In case of flooding the bathroom will have to replace the canvas.
Types of Stretch Ceilings
There is a wide variety of choices of types of suspended ceilings for the bathroom, in accordance with the number of levels they are divided into:
- single-level
- two-level
- multi-level.
Multilevel stretch ceilings in the bathroom, you can create a complex play of light, by installing fixtures on surfaces of different heights, a play of volumes and shapes, which greatly expands the design capabilities.
According to the texture of the canvas for suspended ceilings are divided into:
- Glossy. Best suited for the bathroom, visually increase the space of a small room, thanks to the reflection of light, objects and water. In addition, the mirror effect of gloss is stylistically combined with ceramic tiles, sanitary ware and the shiny surface of the mixers.
- Matt Suitable for solving straight planes in a classic interior, reminiscent of a plastered surface.
- Satin Suitable for the bathroom, it resembles a ceiling covered with water-based paint, the texture is smooth to the touch, has a slight sheen, which creates a special cosiness.
Stretch ceilings with a picture (photo printing)
Stretch ceilings with photo printing allow you to create exclusive bathroom interiors and realize the most unexpected fantasies. Modern printing allows you to not only select a template pattern, but also apply your picture or photo on a PVC canvas.
The color of the stretch ceiling in the bathroom
The color scheme of stretch ceilings offers an endless choice, with a wide variety of shades of warm and cold colors. The design decision depends on the room, dark shades optically reduce space, and light shades increase on the contrary.
The choice of shades of white is huge from milk, pearl and ivory to ashen and unbleached linen. The choice of color and shade of the stretch ceiling will dictate the choice of tiles, stone, wood and faience, as well as the lighting that will be installed in the bathroom.
Lighting for suspended ceilings in the bathroom
Given that the bathroom has increased humidity, choosing a lamp, it is necessary to take into account its protection from dust and moisture. The safety of the luminaire is marked with an IP code. The second digit indicates the level of security, the greater it is, the closer to the water source it can be placed. The comfort in the bathroom depends on the brightness of the lighting and how clearly the reflection in the mirror is visible.
The design of the room will tell you the choice of fixtures. It can be shade lamps in which standard and energy-saving incandescent lamps are used. Often used halogen spotlights. They are usually inexpensive and compact, but do not install more than 35 watts.
LED lights are used in bathrooms to beat shapes and surfaces. When installing multi-level ceilings, LED lights can emphasize or delimit space, separate one plane from another.