How to avoid mistakes when choosing a stretch ceiling

Stretch ceilings have become a popular solution because they are installed quickly and without any mess. However, after renovation, owners sometimes face everyday problems that they did not think about in advance. For example, dust is too visible on some surfaces, and due to the wrong order of work, you can accidentally damage the new canvas with a cabinet. In order for the repair to be carried out qualitatively, it is worth considering several practical points.

What type of stretch ceiling to choose

Since the range of coatings is very diverse, when buying stretch ceilings in Kharkiv, you need to know that there are several types of canvas. For example, matte looks like ordinary plaster, so it is suitable for any interior. This is the most convenient option, because dust or stains are not noticeable on it after wet cleaning.

A glossy ceiling makes the room visually higher, but is considered the most difficult to operate. Dried water droplets and dust are clearly visible on such a surface, and when washing, you need to use special alcohol-based products to avoid streaks.

As a compromise, you can choose a satin surface, which has several advantages:

• organically complements classic and modern minimalist interiors, successfully combines with spotlights, chandeliers and track systems;
• withstands a significant volume of water in case of emergency situations, which allows you to reliably protect the room and furniture from flooding from above;
• completely hides  any defects, stains or surface differences without the need for leveling;
• does not absorb moisture, does not accumulate condensation, is resistant to mold and mildew.

In addition to visual advantages, high-quality satin canvases have a long service life and do not lose their original color under the influence of sunlight. This type of ceiling is most often chosen for living rooms, as it creates soft lighting and does not require specific care.

Choosing the color of the canvas

The choice of the color of the canvas directly affects the illumination of the room and the comfort of a long stay in it, so it is worth considering the following nuances:

• Red, orange and other saturated colors quickly cause visual stress;
• Black and dark brown absorb up to 50% of artificial light, which is why the room requires the installation of more lamps;
• A bright canvas should be selected to match the color of the curtains, walls and sofa upholstery.

Light options remain the most practical and convenient for any home. White, beige or light gray canvases effectively reflect light, making the room more spacious and brighter. They serve as a neutral background that does not attract unnecessary attention, easily combines with any style of furniture and allows you to update the interior without restrictions.

It is also worth considering that when furniture is assembled in a room with an already finished ceiling, a technological gap of at least 3-5 cm must be left between the top cover of the cabinet and the canvas. At the same time, during the installation of furniture, all sharp corners and edges of the cabinet parts are protected with masking tape or thick cardboard so as not to accidentally pierce the stretched PVC film.