Modern approaches to interior decoration impress with their capabilities. Times of the same type of interiors are clearly a thing of the past. And this is good news. Innovations touched literally everything, including the design of the ceiling area. Plaster and whitewash were replaced by newfangled glossy seamless stretch ceilings. What is it and should technology really be given the green light?
Glossy ceiling, what is it?
In fact, it is a thin, but very dense PVC film sheet, endowed with specific characteristics. This type of finish is often referred to as lacquer because the smooth surface of the material has a stunning sheen and high reflectivity. The reflection coefficient can reach 90%, giving rise to an impressive mirror effect. All this allows you to adjust the space of the room at the visual level and present it not as a small room with ceilings pressing on your head, but as practically royal chambers.
Stretch glossy ceiling: pros and cons
"PVC does not absorb odors, which makes it possible to use a glossy ceiling in the kitchen"
Before giving preference to this type of ceiling surface finish, it will not be superfluous to make sure that it meets your needs. In addition to the effect of visual adjustment of space, the stretch ceiling has:
- Durability and practicality. The material used in the work is elastic and waterproof. With such a ceiling, floods are not terrible. In the event of an accident, water will not enter the room, but will collect in the film and it can be removed from there without any problems. The surface will return to its original state and nothing will remind you of what happened.
- PVC does not absorb odors, which makes it possible to use a glossy ceiling in the kitchen.
- Durability. The film cloth does not fade and is not deformed from time to time.
- Moisture resistance. It is steam and waterproof, so it can be used in the bathroom and other rooms with a specific microclimate. Condensation and dampness will not get under the film, and, therefore, you can not be afraid of the formation of mold and fungus.
- No electrostatic.
- Low thermal conductivity.
- Excellent soundproof properties.
- Ease of care.
The tension structure is a good option to hide communications running along the ceiling surface. How striking transformations a glossy ceiling in the interior can produce, look at the photo.
Unlike other suspended structures, stretch ceilings practically do not “steal” the height, so they can be used to decorate the smallest rooms.
A glossy ceiling is always highly decorative, regardless of whether it is an independent design element or part of a multi-level structure.
As for the shortcomings, there are very few of them in stretch ceilings. It is worth noting the difficulties with recessed lighting and the high cost of installation. This does not mean that ceiling lighting will have to be abandoned. You just need to stock up on lamps with a heat sink.
Structural diversity
Judging by the photo, glossy ceilings in the interior can be single-level and multi-level.
Single-level structures are the most economically beneficial. There is a minimum consumption of materials, and their installation does not require significant time and physical effort. Such ceilings can have a different color scheme. For them, photo printing is relevant. A play of colors can be used if there is a task to divide the room into functional zones.
How does a single-level stretch ceiling colored glossy look, look at the photo.
With the arrangement of multi-level structures, everything is much more complicated. To fix them, you will have to make a plasterboard frame. But in this case, the issue of lighting is perfectly solved, since the lamps can be located not in the canvas, but in the frame strips. The second level is more often given simple geometric shapes. It can be an imitation:
- circle;
- rectangle;
- ellipse;
- semicircle;
- letters p.
An illuminated rectangle or ellipse is ideal for narrow rooms. The circle in the center will "raise" the ceiling. A semicircle and a U-shaped solution will solve the issue of zoning.
Multilevel tension structures are always a combination of colors and shapes. The number of levels, in principle, is not limited by anything, but in apartments their heap looks out of place. Here, designers recommend limiting themselves to two, maximum three steps.
The choice of color stretch glossy seamless ceiling
“A stretch beige glossy ceiling is in the photo of every second interior”
What color solutions are the most relevant for home interiors? Perhaps this will surprise someone, but absolutely everything: both pastel classics and representatives of bright spectra.
Consider the main tint range.
traditional white
This will be a familiar solution, suitable for any interior style. This color should be chosen if you want to create airy and light interiors, accentuated by cleanliness and order. The white ceiling is neutral in every way, gets along well with other representatives of the color palette and does not get bored over time. White gloss looks good as an insert in a drywall box. In general, the materials will not create a confluent picture, but on the contrary, they will wonderfully emphasize their belonging to different textures.
Beige spectrum
Stretch beige glossy ceiling is in the photo of every second interior. The overwhelming popularity of the solution is explained by the desire to move away from traditions, but not too radically. The white color of the ceiling is ready to change to:
- lactic;
- cream;
- ivory.
Any of these shades is not as formal and binding as white, but at the same time it allows you to present the room as spacious and maintain an atmosphere of lightness in it.
Universal gray
An ideal, in its neutrality, solution. You can safely use all the shades, the main thing is to beat them correctly. A canvas in a light gray solution can cover the entire ceiling completely, but a dark gray one would be more correct to use in combination with a white plasterboard box installed around the perimeter of the ceiling surface. If you look at the photos of gray glossy stretch ceilings in the interior, you will surely notice that they are a kind of arbiter. They perfectly balance other colors and smooth out their contrasting opposition.
Yellow
Having appeared on the ceiling, the yellow color retains its radiance and brings a holiday, the warmth of the sun's rays, and optimism into the atmosphere.However, you should not choose too acidic yellow. It can have the exact opposite effect. It is better to use calmer shades. For greater harmonization in the interior of the room, it is worth adding some accessory in a similar tint solution. Yellow glossy ceilings are appropriate in the kitchen, bathroom, children's room.
Orange motifs
Their dynamism will be appreciated by those who like to take risks and those who crave change. The orange spectrum is rich in shades. The collection contains orange, rich red, carrot, apricot shades. As well as the yellow ceiling, orange should resonate with interior elements. An excellent addition to the orange gloss will be the same bright sofa or furniture fronts of the kitchen set. It is not worth trimming the entire ceiling with a too bright canvas. Gloss is more practical to add inserts.
red ceiling
Is it difficult to imagine the ceiling space in this color? Just take a look at how the red glossy ceiling looks in the bedroom. In such an atmosphere, passion cannot but boil. And it doesn’t matter what shade of red is involved: scarlet, garnet, coral. The interior will always be dynamic, risky, bold, stimulating to action.
Burgundy gloss
A muted, noble, intimate shade is attributed to the colors of kings. It is associated with luxury, antiquity, sincerity, the strength of bonds. Burgundy gloss is in demand in classic interiors, where there is a lot of gilding and pomposity. It is also good in modern directions, where it is complemented by white. Here it is an accent element around which the rest of the situation will be formed.
Pink tones
Since this representative of the color palette is a derivative of red and white, then he adopts his properties from them. Depending on which component prevails, pink can be dynamic, emotional or soft and gentle. What stretch colored glossy ceilings look like is well demonstrated by photos.
The pink spectrum is considered to be feminine, so it is more likely to be found in a girl's bedroom than in a living room or kitchen.
Blue
Deep sapphire is a shade that is difficult to perceive, but it has one remarkable property. True blue inspires confidence, soothes and does not bother. It is not often found in large volumes. The spectrum is rarely used in the decoration of bathrooms and never in the kitchen. The only place where blue, ultramarine, indigo can take root is the bedroom. How the glossy ceiling with blue accents looks in the bedroom, look at the photo.
Violet
This spectrum is loved by creative and serious people. Purple is the color of wisdom, wealth, self-absorption. Such a ceiling will be relevant in classic and retro interiors. But the lilac and violet shades included in the category will look better in a modern setting.
Lilac mirage
The association of color with a fairy tale makes its appearance desirable in the rooms of little princesses. Such an interior solution will also appeal to older children who gravitate towards fantasy. The lilac glossy ceiling will allow you to create a unique, dynamically changing atmosphere depending on the lighting.
Green palette
With the appearance of a green ceiling, a good mood will settle in the room. Here everything will be in full swing, and tune in a positive way. Designers recommend designing in a similar aspect those rooms where it is planned to receive guests or arrange gatherings at home. Just look how wonderful the light green glossy ceiling in the kitchen looks in the photo!
However, do not think that the green spectrum is always unbridled fun and excellent appetite. Dark shades of green are more than sufficient on their own to make the environment luxurious and solid. We are talking about emerald and malachite shades.
Brown in gloss
The color has a powerful mirror effect, so it costs nothing to create the illusion of a large room. Otherwise, the shades of the spectrum are quite cozy, because they evoke thoughts of the warmth of a fireplace, hot chocolate, a blanket and a rocking chair. Brown stretch ceilings are versatile and can decorate the interior of any room. The only place where it is used in a limited way is for children.
black ceiling design
It’s hard to imagine, but black ceilings in home interiors are no longer nonsense. True, black gloss is used exclusively in doses so as not to tear the mind, but still. The black ceiling requires the organization of space and the rational use of space. Perfect order should reign in such a room.
Stretch ceilings with a glossy effect in rooms of different functionality
Glossy ceiling in the kitchen
Do not be afraid of such a decision. It is more than practical, because it is not at all difficult to care for the structure. If necessary, it can be washed, but in general the PVC surface does not collect dirt.
Stretch ceiling in the living room
The living room is perhaps the only room in the house ready to accept ceiling decoration in any color scheme. This is facilitated by its functional purpose. The decor in the room should be impressive, so there are no limits to fantasy. Combine colors, textures, add levels, use a film with a photo printed pattern.
Glossy stretch ceiling in the bedroom
This room is also conducive to fantasies, and you can safely realize them. But unlike the living room, where the results of the rampage of your imagination will be reviewed and evaluated with prejudice, the bedroom interior will remain an intimate zone where access to outsiders is closed. It follows from this that you can choose a color without regard to someone else's opinion and canons. The main thing is that what is constantly in front of your eyes suits you.
Children's room with glossy ceiling
In the room of this functional, plain surfaces rarely appear. Children need space for imagination. Ceilings with photo-printed pictures are capable of ensuring the unrestraint of its flight. The "Night Sky", rainbow-colored solutions are very popular. Other popular colors of glossy stretch ceilings, see the photo.
Since the nursery is a special room, when choosing a color scheme for the ceiling finish, it must be borne in mind that as the child grows, the delights may bother him and the interior will have to be changed.
Hallway Options
In the hallway it will become more comfortable and brighter with a single-level, cast gloss, stretch ceiling and spotlights equipped in it. In narrow corridors, it is rational to stop at the traditional white ceiling, which perfectly complements and sets off the beige walls. In more spacious hallways, there may also be a two-level design, with a domed-concave center, decorated with a contrasting glossy insert.
Conclusion
Colored glossy stretch ceilings have almost won their place under the sun and are eager to become leaders in sales. The range of PVC films left far behind other finishing materials of the same category. Myths about their non-environmental friendliness are dispelled. In general, the obstacles for such a miracle to appear in your home have been completely eliminated, so feel free to choose the option you like and go to your dream!
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