Installation of suspended and suspended ceilings in modern interiors allows saving time for finishing work, and also contributes to the quick installation of electrical wiring at the facility. In addition to these advantages, such ceilings look aesthetically pleasing in terms of design. They are very flexible, and this is their feature. To organize lighting in apartments and industrial premises equipped with such ceilings, special spotlights are installed. They help divide rooms into zones, can visually expand rooms, give out more light. The installation of fixtures in a suspended ceiling differs from the traditional installation of lighting equipment. Let's look at how these devices are installed.
Features of lighting equipment for false ceilings and their types
The main difference between spotlights is their compact size. Scattering angles are very small. Such a device can illuminate only a small part of the room or individual objects. Among these models, one can distinguish suspended rotary mechanisms. Their outer part can rotate around an axis. This makes it possible to provide lighting in the required area. Fixed models are also available. Select the appropriate type based on the type of ceiling.
By the type of lamps, LED models, devices for traditional incandescent or halogen lamps are distinguished. The choice of type also depends on the ceiling. So, the
installation of fixtures in a suspended ceiling with LED lamps provides for the presence of a base thickness of 6 centimeters. For mounting equipment under an incandescent lamp, the thickness of the base should be 12 centimeters.
Features of diode lamps
Often such solutions are chosen for suspended and suspended ceilings. They are offered in a wide variety of sizes, shapes and colors. Their installation is quite simple. And the lamps themselves easily fit into any interior.
They do not heat up during operation, which significantly expands the scope of use. Often, LED lighting equipment is chosen as the background light in small rooms. Such light is successfully combined with pendant and chandeliers. They also allow you to effectively divide the room into zones, playing with color and light intensity. The disadvantage of such devices is that the lamp and the lamp are an integral element. When a part fails, only its complete replacement is necessary.
Halogen lamps
These models occupied the palm. Their advantage is in affordable prices, a wide selection of types and forms. The bulbs can be powered either from a 220 V network or from a voltage of 12 V. This should be taken into account when installing fixtures in a suspended ceiling. Installing a light bulb designed for 12 V, you will also have to mount a low-voltage power supply.
Experts recommend choosing exactly the lighting equipment for the halogen lamp, designed for a voltage of 220 V. They are affordable, a wide range of different designs is presented. There are lamps under the base of any lamp. They are easy to replace and do not require the installation of additional equipment.
Devices under the incandescent lamp
These are the most affordable options. Minus them in large dimensions. When installing, the ceiling has to be lowered much lower. So, the thickness of the base should be at least 14 centimeters.
How are spotlights installed in suspended ceilings? Installation of LED lights in a suspended ceiling is quite simple. With this operation, even a novice master can easily cope.
Necessary materials and tools
Previously, you should prepare the lighting devices themselves, as well as the lamps for them. Next, prepare the necessary amount of supply wire, sleeves, terminal blocks, electrical tape and heat shrink, switches. Of the tools you need a drill or a punch, a nozzle for drilling large-diameter holes, screwdrivers, a multimeter and other electrician's hand tools.
Installation process
Installation of recessed luminaires in a suspended ceiling begins with the determination of the location. First, with a pencil, they mark the places where the fixtures will be installed, and make sure that the connectors for the connection are not close to the drywall blocks or the frame rails. Even at the stage of installing the ceiling, the wiring is distributed in such a way that when drilling it is possible to easily get to the necessary wires and connect the lamp.
Next, drill with a drill bit for wood drill holes. The diameter is selected according to the size of the ceiling lighting fixtures. From the drilled hole, the wires are taken out in turn, cut at the bend and cleaned.
The luminaire is connected with short wires that are stripped on both sides and clamped in the terminals. Another wire device is connected to power.
As connectors, it is better to choose copper or tinned sleeves. But you can buy ordinary terminal blocks. Connect according to the marking on the device. L is the phase, N is zero, PE is the ground contact.
For mounting the lamp on the sides, it has staples. They need to be bent and inserted into the hole. Inside, these brackets will hold the lamp tightly. It is important that the wires are not pinched with brackets. Pendant chandeliers are installed according to the same principle.
Installation on suspended ceilings
The installation of pendant lights in a suspended ceiling has certain features. Devices are fixed on a special embedded part. It must be installed before installation on the ceiling. A special bracket is fixed to the base ceiling, and plastic embedded parts are mounted to it.
After the ceiling is installed, heat-shrink rings are mounted in places for future lighting devices. They are needed in order to prevent the spread of the canvas after making holes during the installation of lamps in a suspended ceiling. In addition, these rings are ways to protect the canvas from overheating. Next, a material is cut with a knife and the lighting device is connected according to the scheme. The connection scheme is the same for all types of devices.
Rules for choosing spotlights
When choosing a lamp, it is best to purchase products that do not heat up during operation. Halogen and incandescent lamps can burn through canvases, provoke tearing, loss of texture and gloss. LED lamps are best suited. It is necessary to strictly observe safety measures. Connectors located under the web significantly increase the risk of fire.
The lamp power during the installation of spotlights in the ceiling should not be higher than indicated in the established standards. So, for a halogen lamp, this parameter should not exceed 35 watts. An incandescent lamp can have at least 60 watts.
You can set the backlight between the base and stretch ceilings. As for the installation principle, it is the same as when installing external fixtures. But in this case, there is no need to cut holes. Installation of fixtures in a suspended ceiling is carried out at a small distance from the canvas. It is about 2 mm. The canvas should be translucent. Then you can get a dim and diffused light.
Ceilings Armstrong
In the process of installing the base for such ceilings, the distance between the base ceiling and the frame strips of 20 cm should be laid in advance. Otherwise, the installation of lighting devices will have to be carried out together with the assembly of the frame. And this method will not allow for easy access to the lamp for maintenance.
The built-in lighting devices under Armstrong are square in design and are designed for four bulbs. Lamps are covered with special scattering films or gratings.
Installation of lamps in the Armstrong suspended ceiling will not cause serious problems. The size of the hole for the device and the overall dimensions of the lamp completely match. During the inspection of the ceilings, you need to visually familiarize yourself with the suspension and its location. There are many cases when installers seriously saved on this.
It is allowed on two cells one place of fastening. On the square, where there are four cells, there must be at least four fasteners. If this is not so, then during the installation process you will have to additionally fix the devices to the ceiling in order to reduce the load.
Before installing the lamp in the Armstrong ceiling, you must remove the diffuser. In this case, the housing and start-up valves should be left. In this state, the device is easier to manipulate. A lamp is installed in the cell at a certain angle. When he completely went under the ceiling, he is turned and combined with the mounting cell.
Conclusion
Thus, the installation of the built-in lamp in the suspended ceiling is carried out. Installation of these elements takes no more than three hours of time. Unlike traditional chandeliers, these devices have a more modern and spectacular appearance. These solutions are especially relevant in high-tech interiors. With their help you will create a unique atmosphere of coziness and comfort. Also, using these lamps, you can effectively highlight individual details of the interior. This will not work with ordinary chandeliers and other lighting devices.