Elegant and beautiful stretch ceilings look even more attractive if chandeliers are correctly selected and properly installed for them. In this case, not only the ceiling, but the entire room is the winner. However, with a rich assortment offered today by manufacturers of lighting fixtures, choosing a chandelier for a stretch ceiling becomes difficult. But this is easy to deal with if you follow certain rules.
Stretch ceiling chandelier
Stretch ceiling chandeliers are not much different from conventional ceiling chandeliers. There are minor features in the fastening mechanism and technical characteristics of the case (meaning a high degree of thermal insulation, which does not allow the ceiling to overheat). Which one to give preference? What to look for when you come to the store to choose a chandelier? Here are some guidelines.
The configuration of the chandelier should be such that the luminous flux is not directed to the ceiling, otherwise the ceiling covering may burn out. It is reasonable to opt for chandeliers with closed shades, or giving light downward or to the sides.
It is necessary that the lighting elements of the chandelier are at a sufficient distance from the stretch ceiling to prevent it from heating up.
You should not buy a chandelier of a complex and multi-component configuration, this can complicate the process of fixing it on a stretch ceiling, and even with low ceilings it will look ridiculous (however, for rooms whose height exceeds 3 m, multi-tiered or hanging on chains chandeliers will look quite harmonious ).
It is worth taking a closer look at the chandeliers, which provide for the installation of energy-saving or halogen lamps.
When choosing a chandelier for a glossy stretch ceiling, you should give preference to one that scatters the glare of light across the canvas.
Take a closer look at chandeliers without shades with decorative components (reflectors, prisms). Lots of light bulbs look great against glossy ceilings. Reflection creates the illusion of twice the number of lights
You can ask your sales assistant for a catalog of stretch ceiling chandeliers and see photos with samples. This way you will better orient yourself in the world of lighting fixtures and make your choice easier. A wide assortment will allow you to purchase exactly what will suit you in all respects, will harmoniously fit into the interior and create a special style of the room.
In addition to the general rules that should be followed when choosing a chandelier for a stretch ceiling, there are subtleties of a different plan. They are more about the professional side. So, in order not to make a mistake and not overpay for unnecessary functions or inappropriate parts, you should heed the advice of experts.
If you buy a chandelier with sockets for ordinary incandescent lamps, then keep in mind that the distance from the lamp to the ceiling should be at least 40 cm. Or the chandelier should be equipped with reflectors that can protect the ceiling from overheating and melting. The power of each of the lamps should not exceed 60 watts.
For a chandelier with arms facing upwards and which is equipped with 35-40 watt halogen lamps, the distance between the ceiling curtain and the arms should be 20-30 cm. If you plan to use 20 watt halogen lamps, then the permitted distance is from 10 to 20 cm A distance of 10 cm is only permitted with a lamp power of 10 watts.
There will be no such strict restrictions on the distance between the ceiling and lamps if you purchase energy-saving light bulbs for the chandelier.
To illuminate a small room (from 9 to 12 sq. M.), One chandelier, fixed in the center of the stretch ceiling, with 3 or 4 shades is enough. For a medium-sized room (over 12 sq. M.), The number of shades in the chandelier can be increased to 6 pieces. In large rooms (from 24 sq. M.), Even before installing the stretch ceiling, consider additional lighting – spotlights or other lighting devices designed to illuminate individual zones.