New or relatively new materials and technologies in the repair of residential premises are being used more and more and are increasingly attracting the interest of buyers and customers of repair work. Still relatively recently, suspended and stretch ceilings have been used little in home decor, preference was given to the well-known and proven over the years types of decoration. There are several reasons for this. Firstly, the traditional view of familiar things - the ceiling should be painted or bleached. Secondly, the fear that the suspended or suspended structure will “eat” the already insignificant height of modern rooms. Thirdly, the apparent high cost of technologically advanced fashion materials and the widespread belief that they are suitable only for expensive luxury housing. However, all these arguments can be easily refuted, having examined this issue in more detail.
False ceiling in the bathroom, in fact, is the most suitable type of decoration for this room. This is a hygienic, moisture resistant, durable and simply beautiful material that is easy to install, does not require preliminary repair of the main ceiling, is diverse in its color and graphic design, which opens up great opportunities for creative experiments. Indeed, in addition to the traditionally suspended panels made of aluminum or mineral materials, the suspended ceiling in the bathroom can be made literally design. For example, use for its installation frosted glass modules, elements made in stained glass technology, or panels with photo prints with lamps hidden under them. Such a suspended ceiling in the bathroom will become not only a decorative element, but also a lighting fixture. The traditional aluminum ceiling is the most low-cost type of decoration, but despite the low cost (cost per square meter, on average, 250 rubles), it looks quite presentable. Its advantage is also the ease of installation, having studied the instructions, a layman will also cope with it.
Stretch ceilings in the bathroom - another suitable way to finish the ceiling in a damp room. This material has many advantages, not to mention the fact that it greatly facilitates the repair. This is a durable, waterproof and resistant to mechanical damage finishing material, which has almost unlimited possibilities in terms of design and manifestation of creative imagination.
How to choose a stretch ceiling?
Currently, there are many types of suspended ceilings, but three main varieties should be distinguished according to the texture of the material. Lovers of the classics choose a matte texture that creates a very even, smooth and more traditional finish. In a small bathroom, the most suitable choice would be a glossy or mirrored canvas that perfectly reflects the light, thereby expanding the space and raising the ceiling. The satin fabric of the stretch ceiling creates a light silky coating that looks especially impressive in a delicate pastel color. In addition to the main three options, there are paintings that imitate the skin or completely absorb light due to the velvety texture.
As for the manufacturers, the first place among them is traditionally France - the inventor of this finishing material and the leader in its production. German materials are very good quality. Domestic stretch ceilings are made, as a rule, from imported materials using European equipment. Due to the fact that production is carried out at Russian enterprises, the cost of domestic ceilings is lower than European, but their quality is in full compliance with international standards.
The cost of a stretch ceiling varies depending on its type and manufacturer. Mirrored and glossy ones are more expensive than matte ones; color canvases are also expensive, with patterns and photo prints applied to them. However, cash costs (an average of 600 to 1,500 rubles per square meter) will pay off with the durability of the coating, which, unlike a painted or bleached surface, retains its beauty and original appearance for many years.
When installing a suspended or suspended ceiling in the bathroom, consider the location and type of fixtures. The most suitable are built-in halogen or luminaires manufactured, for example, by Ecola, which use energy-saving flat bulbs, ideal for tension and suspension structures.