Photo: manrule.ru The ceiling sets the mood for the entire interior and directly affects the atmosphere in the room. Especially in such an important room as the bedroom, where you need to completely relax and forget about everyday problems. That is why we suggest you pay attention to practical and elegant stretch ceilings!
Types of suspended ceilings
Stretch ceilings come in two types: fabric and film. Both the first and second ones are great for finishing the ceiling in the bedroom. Film ceilings come in glossy, satin and matte finishes.
Fabric ceiling canvas is not as stretchy as film, but it is appropriate in a room where there are temperature fluctuations. And of course the price - film ones are cheaper than fabric ones.
As for the advantages of suspended ceilings:
- Easy to install
- They last a long time and require special care (just wipe with a damp cloth)
- Practical
- Harmless to health
- Eco-friendly
- You can hide uneven ceilings.
Lighting and ceiling lighting
There are always special requirements for lighting in the bedroom, because it must be both functional and practical. The best option is to combine several levels and different types of lamps. Then their brightness and intensity can be adjusted to suit a specific situation.
Chandeliers and pendant lamps
Despite alternative options, classic pendant chandeliers still hold their ground. Especially in the bedroom, where organizing lighting is easier than in a spacious multifunctional living room or working kitchen.
The simplest and most obvious solution is one large chandelier, which many associate with comfort and childhood. Place it in the center of the room or move it slightly towards the bed, but make sure that the light does not hit your eyes.
A more interesting alternative is a few smaller pendant ceiling lights. They can define different zones or create a single composition. And in loft and grunge interiors, slatted pendant lamps, which are arranged in a series at once, are popular.
Spotlights
Built-in spotlights are good for both uniform lighting and zoning. Properly placed in a row against one of the walls, they visually stretch the room. And they are built into suspended ceilings without the slightest problem: just leave a mounting hole, and all the wiring will be hidden behind the canvas.
Spotlights can be repeated further in the interior: when illuminating niches, podiums, and individual zones. Choose switches for them that allow you to adjust the lighting intensity. This way you will get both bright daylight and intimate evening romance.
Do not forget that too harsh lighting in the bedroom destroys the atmosphere of comfort, and the lack of light is annoying and tiring during the day. Therefore, the issue of design and placement of spotlights in a suspended ceiling should always be approached individually.
Decorative lighting
Decorative lighting includes all kinds of LEDs, neon lights, and home garlands. They instantly transform a room, create a festive or romantic mood, and help you relax. Decorative lighting fits especially easily into multi-level structures or systems with plasterboard elements.
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Which is better?
In frequent cases, the design of a stretch ceiling consists of several levels. Designers propose making two-level stretch ceilings for bedrooms with a large area. For small bedrooms, this option is not entirely appropriate, as multi-level structures will visually reduce the space.
It is worth paying attention to the height of the ceilings.
- When installing multi-level ceilings, you should also pay attention to the lighting.
- When installing a plasterboard structure, it is recommended to illuminate the entire perimeter with diode tape.
- It can be either single-color or multi-color.
Non-standard solutions
PVC metal look
Film with a metallic effect is thicker than glossy and has a characteristic shine. Such a single-level canvas has a high reflective intensity and is striking, so making the ceiling in the bedroom completely “metal” is undesirable.
Canvas-lamp
It consists of a light-transmitting fabric that acts as a lamp. To make such a ceiling, translucent PVC film is used. LED strips are attached behind the canvas. It turns out to be an analogue of a large lamp. Another similar design is called a “floating ceiling”. In this case, the canvas does not fit close to the walls, and the perimeter is illuminated with LED strip. It seems as if the ceiling is floating in the air.
Starry sky
Suitable for both adults and children's bedrooms. There are several ways to create the effect of a scattering of stars above your head. The first method involves the use of LEDs and a hidden transformer, which are installed above the ceiling. The ends of the fiber optic strands are placed in the places where the stars are supposed to shine. To enhance the effect, they are decorated with crystals. The second method is to apply stars and celestial bodies to the canvas using luminescent paint. During the day it does not stand out in any way, but in the dark it begins to glow.
Mirror ceiling
This is not an ordinary glossy film, but PVC with a gold or silver coating and reflective ability, like a mirror. Such a canvas is difficult to install and also difficult to care for. Even wiping off a fingerprint without leaving streaks is problematic. The width of the canvas is no more than 1.2 meters.
The shape of the stretch ceiling is selected in accordance with the geometry of the space. Color and texture depend on the expected mood, the orientation of the room's windows to the cardinal directions and the placement of accents in the decor. In general, the ceiling design should be in harmony with the interior of the bedroom and contribute to good rest.
Matte ceiling in the bedroom
This option is perfect for a bedroom in classic, Provence, and minimalist styles. A matte stretch ceiling is practically indistinguishable from painting. The only plus is that over time the paint will not crumble onto the floor.
If you have chosen a matte ceiling and want to add a little variety, 3D printing on canvas is now available. Another advantage of a matte ceiling is the absence of shine, which attracts attention. Note that the price for a matte ceiling is lower than for satin and fabric ones.
Color combinations
An important point when choosing a stretch ceiling is determining the desired color. Traditionally, calm, discreet shades are chosen for the bedroom: cream, sand, pink. They promote relaxation and rest without drawing attention to themselves.
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White remains the all-time favorite. And this is understandable - it goes with any style and combines well with other finishing tones. In addition, if the situation changes, such a ceiling system does not need to be changed, because it is universal.
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The interior looks unusual, in which the shade moves from the horizontal to the vertical plane. For this design, choose a two-color canvas.
In modern-style interiors, canvases of rich colors are becoming increasingly common: blue, black, purple. Despite the originality of such solutions, they look organic. The main thing here is to wisely dilute the main tone with more neutral ones.
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Glossy or varnish stretch ceiling
If your bedroom has low ceilings and the room itself is small, then thanks to a glossy ceiling you can visually make the bedroom taller and wider. A stretch ceiling with lighting will convey an incredible play of light, especially if the color of the canvas is light.
You will also see your reflection in the gloss. According to Feng Shui experts, a glossy ceiling in the bedroom is not appropriate. The reflection of sleeping people in a mirror (glossy) surface brings discord in relationships.
In any case, it's up to you to decide. One of the most popular stretch fabrics are clouds.
How to install ceilings with photo printing
The installation of such ceilings is similar to the installation of a conventional tension structure. The only difference is the technology used to apply the image. At the first stage, the design of the future ceiling is developed, the pattern and shades are selected. Then, after adjusting the parameters, the layout is sent for transfer to the canvas. Once the paint is applied, the material is left to dry.
At the final stage, harpoons are welded along the edges of the panel, with the help of which the coating is tucked into the baguette.
Installation begins with the installation of a plastic or aluminum profile around the perimeter of the room. Baguettes are attached to the ceiling or walls using screws and dowels. Then a fabric or film sheet is tucked into the profile. If the decorative covering is made of PVC film, the room and the panel are heated with a heat gun to a temperature of 60 °C. As it cools, the material stretches, forming a flat and smooth surface. Fabric ceilings are installed using the “cold” method.
The duration of the work is influenced by the size of the room and the complexity of the design. But, as a rule, installation takes no more than 3-4 hours.
The main purpose of the room is to ensure that its atmosphere is conducive to a comfortable and relaxing holiday. Consequently, the shades of the interior, as well as the patterns on the ceiling or other surfaces, should be calm and peaceful.
These include smooth lines, flowers, plants, images of animals, objects of the water element - the surface of the sea or a falling waterfall.
For a bedroom decorated in Provence style, a design with an arch entwined with a vine or other weaving plant is suitable. But for the Loft direction in the interior, preference should be given to pictures with metal pipes, brickwork or images of wide beams.
Satin ceiling in the bedroom
An ideal solution for a suspended ceiling in the bedroom. This type of stretch ceiling combines both options: gloss and matte. The satin stretch ceiling seems to be covered with pearl powder and looks like fabric.
A bedroom with a satin ceiling looks more expensive and more pompous. If your bedroom is designed in modern or classic style, then satin canvas will come in handy more than ever.
Fabric stretch ceilings
If we talk about strength, then the fabric ceiling is the most durable. When choosing such a ceiling, pay attention to the fact that the canvases come in:
- Structural
- Smooth
- With an image
- With embossing.
A fabric stretch ceiling will add chic and luxury to the interior.
Color selection
When giving preference to colors, you should adhere to the following recommendations:
- Harmony with other shades.
- Positive impact on the psyche.
- Personal desire of home owners.
In most cases the colors used are:
White
Classic, never goes out of style, gives lightness, fills with light. Combines with other tones and increases space. As an alternative, mixed ones are available: milky, cream, beige, light gray.
Black
It looks extraordinary, especially in a glossy design. Usually chosen for spacious rooms in a modern, hi-tech or loft style. Emphasizes the intimate atmosphere. To avoid excessive gloom, you should take care of additional lighting.
Brown
All shades, from sand to dark chocolate, add a touch of nobility. Used in the following styles: classic, modern, artsy art nouveau and neoclassical. Light ones are suitable for country and Provence.
Blue
Calms, pacifies, looks airy and cool. Reminiscent of summer, imitates a cloudless sky.
Blue
Blue, green and pink - relax, put you in a romantic mood.
Since red, orange and yellow evoke expression, they are not often used to decorate bedrooms.
Seam stretch ceilings
This option can combine different textures and colors. It is recommended to install in rooms with high humidity. This stretch fabric is stitched using special equipment.
If there is a leak in the neighbors above, then the seams of such a fabric can withstand a hundredweight of water. This type of ceiling requires a little more installation time.
Designer tips for choosing a stretch ceiling
For large bedrooms, all of the above types of suspended ceilings are suitable, even ceilings with lamps.
If you have a small bedroom, then:
- Do not experiment with shades, try to make the ceiling and walls in the same color scheme
- Choose light shades (beige, ivory, milky, blue, light yellow)
- If you decide to make a glossy ceiling in the bedroom, then the wall decoration should be matte
- It is better to choose a satin stretch ceiling
- Create diffuse lighting
- Play with contrast: if the ceiling is light, then set the floor darker.
Why choose them
Supporters of traditional types of finishing point out the odor that is felt after installation, as well as its vulnerability to sharp objects, as disadvantages of film coating. But how often do piercing things reach your ceiling? As for the smell, it disappears after a few days, provided that the material itself is of high quality and this is confirmed by certificates from the manufacturing company.
The minor disadvantages of using tension fabric are compensated by its many advantages:
- beautiful appearance - without additional effort you get an even, smooth surface;
- the ability to choose any shade, color pattern and surface texture;
- Easy to care for - just wipe off the dirt with a damp cloth;
- quick installation - all work is completed within one day;
- absence of construction waste during installation - such a structure can be made at any time, without even undertaking repairs;
- installation of the necessary lighting system - using built-in devices you can illuminate any corner of the room.
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Don't do this in a small bedroom
If you want a cozy bedroom, then don't stop at:
- Ceilings with imitation stone, wood and marble. With this stretch ceiling design the room will seem heavy and small.
- You should not choose a ceiling with a complex pattern or colorful wallpaper. In this case, the room will look untidy and cheap.
- Don't install a huge chandelier, opt for a neat and stylish LED lamp. The choice of such lamps is incredibly large.
Before installing a stretch ceiling in the bedroom, we recommend contacting the manager of the company you will be working with. The manager will give you answers to all your questions, help you with your choice and set a time for the measurement experts to arrive.
In addition to classic plain canvases, you can use stretch ceilings with exclusive printing. You can make any of your fantasies come true. You can print any image on it and thereby create a unique interior.
We recommend that you think twice before ordering a print because trends change and your favorite flower on the ceiling may get boring in a year. In this case, you will have to change the ceiling again.
Another piece of advice from experts is that when installing a stretch ceiling, you should not install chandeliers with incandescent lamps. Such light harms the PVC film from which the fabric is made. It is better to opt for LED lighting or energy-saving lamps.
Design options
Stretch ceilings are not necessarily one continuous sheet, as it might seem at first glance. Like plasterboard structures, they can be single- or multi-level. For this purpose, special profiles and frames are used - and as a result, any of the most complex solutions can be reproduced.
Single-level ceilings
Single-level stretch ceilings are the simplest and most practical, because they are a win-win option for any bedroom. They are easy and quick to install without plastering or other dirty work. And over time, the canvas can be easily removed and replaced if one day you want to refresh the interior at minimal cost. Unlike plasterboard, such a ceiling also protects from moisture, for example, when flooded from above.
Two-level ceilings
The two-level structure is assembled from two panels installed at different heights. This is a great way to separate the sleeping area from the working or dressing room, and at the same time align the geometry of the walls.
You can combine not only fabrics of different shades, but also different textures. For example, bright glossy geometric inserts on a neutral matte white background will fit into pop art. The floating effect looks interesting, for which a special profile with niche lighting is used.
Multi-level ceilings
For the installation of multi-level structures, transitional level profiles are used. They can be of any shape and configuration: circles, waves, squares, individual segments and complex figures. Just keep in mind that the film will bend slightly from one level to the second, so you won’t be able to get a perfect right angle.
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