Before the next repair, the question often arises when choosing a ceiling coating for each room in the house. It is necessary to study the advantages and disadvantages of a stretch and suspended ceiling for the optimal choice. It is desirable to determine the style of rooms and material capabilities, other nuances before repairing to choose the right ceiling option.
Many do not even think about the differences of stretch and suspended structures for the ceiling before the need for repair. Most of us distinguish stretch and suspended ceilings only in appearance.
Comparison of the characteristics of stretch and suspended ceilings
General features of ceiling coatings:
The methods of installing stretch and suspended ceilings are very similar. Both are installed at a certain distance from the ceiling on hard mounts, such as wood or metal frame. Such ceilings reduce the height of rooms by several centimeters. It is believed that suspended ceilings take more space, but the difference is not so significant. Especially when lamps are issued in the ceiling or various communications are laid down.
A good advantage of stretch and suspended ceilings is the ability to hide all the flaws of the main ceiling under the structures. There is no need to align and masking cracks on the ceiling, preliminary starting plastering and painting work.
Given the distance from the base of the ceiling slabs, under the structures you can hide not only the wiring, but also the ducts, ventilation pipes, unsuccessful irregularities or steps.
The possibility of designing a variety of design solutions is the advantage of selected designs. Stretch ceilings are considered a more winning option for designing original design. But the suspended version of the ceiling may be even more exclusive, you just need to carefully consider the style of decoration of the room and the type of ceiling.
Differences of stretch and suspended ceilings:
But given the similar characteristics, there are differences for the designs of suspended or suspended ceilings.
For the installation of a suspended structure for the ceiling, you will need more time costs, depending on the area of the room and a variety of ceiling. Rheck and cassette options for suspended structures for the ceiling are collected very quickly, since they do not need the final finish. The ceilings made from drywall will require much more time, because they need to be aligned, putty.
Installation of the stretch version of the ceiling, regardless of the area, may be carried out in a small number of hours. Volumetric varieties or options with light special effects will require more time, as an exception, but this is only a couple of days.
Suspended ceilings can be done independently using modular structures. Using rails and drywall, you can very economically arrange a suspended ceiling in the room on your own. When installing a stretch type of ceiling, there is a need to fully trust specialists, starting from the manufacture of a panel until the final installation. With modern technologies for the manufacture of seamless paintings, such a ceiling, if possible and desire, can also be arranged independently.
Caring for a stretch ceiling is quite simple: it is enough to wipe it from time to time, it does not need painting and repair even if water is damaged on top. Wipe the stretch ceiling very rarely, since during the manufacture of the canvas is treated with special solutions that tend to push dust and soot and soot. Suspended ceilings made of drywall, if possible flooding from above, will have to be replaced completely. A suspended ceiling of plastic slabs or aluminum can not be changed, but it will not be able to protect the walls from damage to moisture.
But the advantage of suspended ceilings in the possibility of partial repairs, when there is an opportunity to replace a spoiled module or rail. The stretch ceiling will need to be replaced completely.
And the last difference between the stretch and suspended version of the ceiling in cost. Recently, expensive stretch ceilings are transferred to the category of affordable costs for more buyers. And if you transfer the price of mounting a stretch ceiling in the amount of years of use, then it may be even more profitable than a suspended ceiling made of aluminum.
Ceiling coating selection criteria
Each of the presented varieties of ceilings has its own advantages and imperfections, which can be seen when comparing their properties. The choice is justified on the purpose and style of the premises, personal wishes and various questions.
The main questions when choosing:
The height of the room. With a small height, it is necessary to conquer every centimeter of space. In this situation, the stretch ceiling will be much more profitable than a hinged structure with built -in lighting elements made of drywall (they are arranged on a thorough frame). If necessary, the stretch version of the ceiling can be attached to the stoves of the ceiling ceiling, and not to the walls and lose only a few centimeters.
The purpose of the room. Stretch ceilings are ideal for rooms with high humidity or risk of flooding from neighbors from above. This ceiling will help protect the interior of the room from damage to moisture. But the suspended ceiling cannot be arranged in rooms where in winter the temperature is below zero, such as a balcony or loggia, cottage. In other rooms, you can install at least a stretch, at least a suspended ceiling. The choice depends only on the chosen interior and personal preference. An exception is a room where there is a need to periodically be able to access the inter -ground gap. It is more practical to arrange a suspended modular version of the ceiling, which is easy to disassemble and return to its place.
The interior style of the room. Glossy stretch ceilings, the use of mirror and metal suspension structures are well suited for the high-tech style. In the classic style, such ceilings will be made dissonance. The choice of ceiling for the interior is more dependent on the appearance of the ceiling, and not on the design features. This issue is better to solve with the designer, as this is a rather extensive issue and has many nuances.
The cost of the ceiling. With a limited budget, you can arrange suspended ceilings on your own with a small cost of materials. Plastic panels are the cheapest option for a suspended ceiling for an independent device. To save in the future, it is ideal to install a stretch ceiling, which, thanks to its properties, will forget about the repair and replacement of the ceiling for thirty years. But at first you still have to thoroughly spend money on a high-quality stretch ceiling.
Conclusion
These two types of designs and stretch and suspended will adorn the rooms. With difficulties in choosing, seek advice to professionals. Having received a consultation, it is much easier to make a decision in favor of a certain type of ceiling. Having specified all the issues of the advantages of the ceilings in certain conditions, you can safely make a choice for repair.
