Stretch ceiling lighting in the living room

Lighting in the living room with a stretch ceiling can be done without the use of a traditional chandelier. This will give the room a more modern look and will work well for many rooms. But at the same time, it is very important to choose the right equipment and correctly position it in order to achieve the best effect.

Spotlights in combination with a light niche look stylish.

Pros and cons of spotlights in the living room

This option differs from traditional equipment in a number of ways, so its advantages and disadvantages are different than those of chandeliers. The advantages are:

1. The case is hidden under a stretch ceiling, so the surface remains almost flat, which is important if the height of the room is small. In this case, the outer part can have a different size and shape. The bezel coating is also different, which allows you to choose the optimal model for any interior.
   The case is hidden under the ceiling, which makes this option the most compact.
2. The sizes of spotlights are small, so you can place them in any suitable place.
3. There are models with a swivel lens, so the light output can be adjusted for the desired effect.
4. If a bulb in one of the lamps burns out, then the lighting will not deteriorate much, since the rest will work as usual. change lamps It's easy, anyone can do it.
5. You can select lamps of different power and with different color temperatures, which expands the possibilities of decorating the hall.
6. The total power of the fixtures is usually less than the energy consumption of one large chandelier due to more efficient light distribution.

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Point models also have disadvantages:

1. One element does not illuminate a very large space, so for a good effect, you need to install a large number of lamps. This complicates the installation, as you need to lay a large number of wires under the ceiling.
   Wiring before installing the ceiling.
2. If you use options with halogen lamps, then from constant overheating, the canvas around the lamp may turn yellow over time.
3. For normal installation, space is required between the canvas and the ceiling at least 7 cm, but more is better. This is not very good with low ceilings.

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How to adjust the space in the hall with the help of light

The stretch ceiling in the hall with spotlights will look original and will allow you to hide the flaws and emphasize the advantages of the room, if you use a few simple tricks:

1. By placing the equipment around the perimeter, you can visually expand the space, especially if the walls are light and have good reflective properties. In this case, you can turn the lenses to the wall to enhance the effect.
2. To make the living room feel larger, place around the perimeter led strip. It can be located both at the junction between the wall and the ceiling, and in a special niche or above the baguette, which is glued with a slight indent.
   Effective stretch ceiling lighting.
3. To make the ceiling seem higher, it is better to use a glossy stretch fabric of light shades, which reflects light well and visually lifts the room. Matte ceilings are best used in rooms of medium and high height.
   A glossy stretch ceiling with spotlights is always perceived higher than it actually is.
4. You can install spots on the walls so that they shine upwards and thereby make the room higher. Also, a track system would be a good solution, on the bus you can put ceiling lamps anywhere and direct them in the right direction.
   Contrasting lighting on the wall attracts attention and looks stylish.
5. Due to the competent location, you can zone the space and highlight the dining area, recreation area and a place to work, if any. This is done both at the expense of brightness and with the help of different shades of light.
6. If use Spotlights with crystal diffusers, they create peculiar patterns on the ceiling. Various decor makes point models much more original.
   With their help, you can create exciting light patterns, give the room more uniqueness.
7. If there are paintings on the walls and other objects, you can highlight them due to directional light and focus attention.

Spotlights can be combined with any other, there are no restrictions.

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Luminaire layouts

To do without a chandelier, you will have to put a lot of light sources. Spotlights in the hall should be installed taking into account a number of recommendations:

1. The minimum distance from the edge of the housing to the wall must not be less than 20 cm. If you put it closer, then most of the light flux will fall on the wall. Such a solution can only be suitable when one of the surfaces is selected, but even in this case, the lamp cannot be placed less than 10 cm.
2. The distance between luminaires should be not less than 30 cm. This is enough to provide high-quality lighting. The indentation can be more, there are no restrictions in this regard.
   Measure the distance before installing lighting.
3. If the canvas is welded, you can not put the lighting elements closer, than 15 cm from the joint.
4. Should be thought in advance the location of the fixtures on the stretch ceiling in the room. The most important thing is to calculate the level of illumination for a certain area and how many light sources you need. Then a simple diagram is made, which indicates the location of the lamps, indicating the distances between them and the distances from the walls.
5. You can choose the location of your choice. It can be either a classic chess order, or various lines, ovals or other shapes.

Examples of layouts of spotlights on the ceiling.

Rules for mounting fixtures on tensile structures made of polyvinyl

If you need to install point elements on a suspended stretch ceiling, you should understand the features of the work. First of all, you need to decide where to place the equipment; you should not start work without a diagram. The installation instructions look like this:

1. Places on the ceiling must be marked in advance with chalk or pencil. It is important to know where the fixtures will be located in order to bring a cable of a suitable section. The wiring is fixed in any way, the main thing is that it keeps well on the surface.
2. For fastening on the marked places it is necessary to put adjustable racks. You can use ready-made options or make them from a plastic ring of a suitable diameter and a drywall hanger. It is easiest to mount on concrete with dowels, and self-tapping screws are suitable on wood.
   Above the canvas, you can install not only racks, but also a power supply.
3. After stretching the canvas (most often this is done by specialists), you can continue to work. First, it is worth determining where the previously installed racks are located, make marks on the ceiling and glue the outer ring with a special compound. It will strengthen the surface and prevent the canvas from tearing.
   Rings and glue for stretch ceiling.
4. After the glue dries inside the ring, a canvas is cut out with a construction knife to make a hole. The rack located above the ceiling must be adjusted so that it stands exactly above the surface.
5. The luminaire is attached to the ends of the previously connected wiring using pads or by soldering. Connections are closed with heat shrink tubing.
   Connecting wires using terminal blocks.
6. To put the fixtures in place, you need to compress the spring clips and insert the housing into the hole. The stopper will disperse over the rack and will securely hold the structure.
   Release of fixing springs.
7. After the installation is completed, the operation of the equipment must be checked. To turn on, you can use both traditional options, and a remote control or motion sensor.

Before starting work, the network must be de-energized.

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Solutions for multi-level ceilings

With the help of a stretch fabric, you can implement a variety of ideas, but at the same time, the selection and installation of fixtures becomes more complicated. Here are some recommendations:

1. Due to the levels, it is easy to zone a room in order to divide it into several sections with different lighting modes.
2. Levels can be illuminated with LED strip to make a multi-level system more expressive.
3. Spotlights are matched to the design of the ceiling. For smooth bends, round and oval options are better suited. If the lines are strict and clear, it is worth putting options with a square or rectangular frame.
   Point lamps emphasize the beautiful curves of a multi-level design.
4. It is best if the line of the location of the fixtures coincides with the bend of the multi-level structure.

Video block: An overview of popular lighting solutions for stretch ceilings.

It is not difficult to make spot lighting in the stretch ceiling of the living room if you understand its features. Important choose high-quality lamps and install them correctly, which will require preliminary preparation.