Every person to strive to the fact that his house was comfortable, beautiful and cozy. Modern technologies allow to solve the most creative design tasks.
Ceilings not so long ago it was possible to see only in the movies or in the most luxurious mansions. To date, this beauty became available and even people with average income can afford the installation of stretch ceiling. They are very beautiful and will give any room elegance and charm. A variety of textures and patterns will make your room unique.
Ceilings with a professional and properly installed are quite durable and will last you a long time. But like any other thing has its weaknesses, which can lead to damage requiring repair.
The types of damage ↑
Here are some of the common problems.
On the ceiling was formed a hole or a cut.
The ceiling burst. This can occur when a cut, and when the crystallization of the surface under the influence of temperature below 0°C.
Sagging – detach the edges of the ceiling profile.
Detaching the harpoon from the ceiling of the film.
Bay – in other words, you are flooded cold or (generally bad) with hot water.
Repair stretch ceiling ↑
In some of the most severe damage stretched ceiling can not be repaired needs to be replaced. But there are problems to cope with which can be. Some of them you can decide for yourself, but there are those that only experienced craftsmen.
You will be able to make their own ↑
Repair of a stretch ceiling for cuts if the canvas is torn not much you can try it yourself glue or carefully stitch with nylon thread.
If the cut occurred on seamless stretch ceilings or it is not significant you can do the following:
- take the tape (fabric only), seal the incision;
- if the ceiling is solid, it needs to repaint that patch is not allocated;
- a small incision can be sewn, choosing the thread color and then the repair touch up.
Repair stretch ceiling after the Gulf: if there is the Bay, but all fasteners are in place should:
- to dismantle one corner of the ceiling or (if any) lighting fixture and carefully drain the water.
- to wait for complete drying;
- insert the corner back in a baguette.
In the video you will clearly see how to do it.
Damage to the fastening system. If the baguette is moved in one place to fix the problem you can, securing it in place.
Repair stretch ceiling masters ↑
There are cases where without the help of skilled craftsmen you can not do:
- A big hole from a cut or puncture.
- Broke the seam between the blades.
- You poured hot water or water in large volume.
- Separation from wall molding.
- Sagging ceiling.
- Detaching the harpoon.
Methods to resolve the problem. ↑
If the break or puncture to be near the wall, it is eliminated without compromising the integrity of the ceiling with banners.
If the problem is closer to the center, superimposed masking or decorative patch applique.
A clear demonstration of elimination of a rush video:
In some cases, it is appropriate to place cut to install a lamp or other decorative element. The wizard will install a special ring around the cut and cut out inside the film.
If separated the seam between the blades, this can happen due to improper mounting or soldering seams, or there is a factory defect. In this issue, don’t try to fix it yourself. Contact the firm set the ceiling, they are obliged at their own expense to repair or replace.
If you have a slack of the suspended ceiling due to the fact that you have filled in and solve the problem is not possible, call the masters.
If you have filled with cold water, after drying, the canvas will remain the same. If the water was hot, the result depends on the type of ceiling (fabric or film). But even the PVC film does not withstand very hot temperatures, it stretches and deforms. In this case, you will have to change the ceiling.
Sometimes when the weight of the water is significant, the canvas itself (it is quite durable) to withstand the weight, but mounted structure can be torn from the wall or ceiling. It is necessary to call the master, who will make the dismantling of old system and installation of new fasteners.
If the walls are torn baguette, the cause may be a defect in the mounting element or a wrong pattern canvases.
When a bad fixture it will simply replace by installing additional spacers. If guilty of excessive tension due to incorrect cut – it is necessary to change the very fabric.
Even with perfect care over time, the ceiling may SAG (especially if a large area). The same problem may occur when you install a suspended ceiling in areas with drastic temperature changes (baths, saunas). The ceiling will have to change.
If there is the separation of the harpoon from the film – it can be manufacturing defects. To resolve this issue, an experienced expert can for an hour on the spot.
Repair the ceiling «starry sky» – the failure of the light switch (ceased to flicker or to illuminate one part or the entire area). Need an experienced master to replace the relay or repair.
How much is the repair of a stretch ceiling ↑
If your stretch ceiling there is a trouble in the warranty period because of incorrectly performed work or factory defects, repairs are free under the warranty.
In other cases the price of repair depends on the complexity of the work. When you call the service center you on the phone will tell you the price of repairs.
When you need a replacement fabric, please note: you need to change only the canvas, the hinged design will remain the same. So the ceiling will cost cheaper than new ones, but you have the opportunity to change the ceiling to a new one with a completely different pattern to give your room a completely different look!
Stretch ceilings for a long time will give you warmth and comfort!
