Anton Tsugunov

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Requirements for lamps for suspended ceilings

PVC film or synthetic fabric, which form the basis of a stretch ceiling, are quite delicate materials. They are united by instability to high temperatures: PVC fabric begins to deform when heated to 70-80 degrees; yellow or black spots may appear on polyester fabric due to improperly selected lighting. In this regard, when choosing lamps, several requirements must be taken into account.

1. To protect the ceiling from strong heating, it is better to choose a chandelier that will be located at some distance from the canvas. If the lamp shades are directed downwards, the distance between them and the ceiling should be at least 20 cm; if the horns look up, it increases to 40 cm. The distance will also depend on what lamps are used in the device.
2. An overhead plate-type chandelier must be equipped with a special protective plate at the base to prevent heating of the ceiling covering. Lamps located close to the ceiling should be made of materials that do not heat up from the bulbs.
3. The lamps should have low power and be placed in closed lampshades. The power of incandescent lamps should be no more than 60 watts when the lamp is positioned vertically and 40 watts when the lamp is positioned horizontally. The power of halogen lamps should not exceed 35 watts. There are no special restrictions for low-heat energy-saving or LED light bulbs.
4. To avoid damage to the coating, it is not recommended to use lamps with open lamps directed towards the ceiling.

Features of chandelier mounting

Since a suspended ceiling is a decorative fabric stretched at a short distance from the ceiling, the lighting fixture cannot be attached directly to it. The lamps are attached to the old ceiling, so the weight of the lighting device, the type of fastening and the nuances of connection are not particularly important.

Important! The most significant feature of installing a chandelier is the need to prepare the mounting for it before installing the stretch ceiling.

Preparations for installing the chandelier will be as follows:

• after planning the lighting scheme, markings are made on the old ceiling;
• wiring and equipment are prepared;
• fastening elements are installed at the site of the future chandelier;

The specialists who will be engaged will leave a hole in the required place, reinforced with PVC tape or a rim, which will prevent the fabric from tearing.

Important! Due to the fact that the mount must be installed before installing the suspended ceiling, it is necessary to select the type of chandelier in advance.

Mounting a pendant chandelier

Most classic chandeliers have a pendant type mount. When choosing such a lamp, before installing a stretch ceiling, you need to secure a strong metal ring or hook to the ceiling. When installing it, keep in mind one small but important nuance:

• if the fastening pin of the future chandelier has exclusively functional significance, the fastening element can be located at the very base;
• in the event that the hairpin plays the role of an important decorative element, the fastening hook can be lowered a little lower.

Overlay product

Since the overhead chandelier must be positioned close to the stretched fabric, a special mounting strip must be prepared before installing the stretch ceiling. It must be fixed at the required level, taking into account the distance from the main ceiling to the tension ceiling. To do this, you can place a wooden block under the plank, the thickness of which will be 5-10 mm less than the distance between the ceiling surfaces.

Tip: mounting strips for large and heavy surface-mounted lamps require the creation of significant holes in the stretched fabric, which can adversely affect its appearance and quality, so their use, although possible, is not advisable.

Depending on the plane in which the chandelier is located, it can be horizontal or vertical. For a room with low ceilings or ceilings of average height not exceeding 3 meters, a horizontal chandelier with a diameter of within 1 meter is suitable. This can be a multi-lane lamp or a structure with a modern design that has evenly distributed light sources, sufficiently distant from the center for high-quality illumination of the entire area of ​​the room.

For a hall with a high ceiling, it is better to choose a vertical chandelier with a diameter of 30 to 50 cm and a height of about a meter. A hanging lamp will illuminate the space of such a room much better than a horizontal one.

For lighting a large hall with an area exceeding 20 square meters. m., the light of one chandelier will not be enough. In an elongated room, you can install two chandeliers; in a room with a shape close to a square, the main lamp will have to be supplemented with spotlights.

Lamps for different types of stretch ceilings

Gloss

The main feature of the glossy surface is its excellent reflectivity. What lamps can highlight this feature, showing it in a good light? A chandelier in the form of a hemisphere, two-tier or cone-shaped design in combination with its own reflection will create the feeling of a solid, finished object.

Lamps with an abundance of elements intertwined in a horizontal plane look good on such a surface: flowers, branches, threads, geometric shapes.

A traditional crystal chandelier is perfect for lighting a room with a glossy ceiling. The light reflected in the glossy surface will make the crystal edges sparkle beautifully with highlights and splashes of color.

A design with horns directed vertically upward or with very bright light bulbs, reflected in the canvas, will create lighting that is too bright and blinding to the eyes, so such designs should be avoided.

Tip: since the reflection of the upper part of the chandelier is clearly visible in the glossy canvas, it should have an aesthetic appearance and not contain protruding wires.

Since the texture of a matte stretch ceiling has much in common with a traditional ceiling surface, you can choose a chandelier of almost any type. Complex lamps with several levels, minimalist designs, and lamps with upward-facing shades are perfectly combined with such a surface.

The matte surface absorbs and diffuses bright streams of light, transforming them into soft and uniform illumination.

Tip: for sufficient illumination of the room, the power and number of lamps for a matte ceiling should be greater than for a glossy surface.

Fabric surface

It is quite difficult to choose a chandelier for a fabric ceiling. Here you need to achieve not only good lighting, but also a harmonious combination with the color and pattern of the canvas. Recommendations for choosing the brightness of lamps are the same as for a matte surface.

Stretch ceiling structures are a good option for creating an individual, stylish interior. A properly selected chandelier for suspended ceilings will help highlight the beauty of the room design.

Before purchasing, it is worth studying several nuances of operating tension surfaces:

• the canvas can withstand temperatures of no more than 60C;
• - a good mirror. It is important to ensure that the stretched fabric does not reflect the internal wiring of the lamp;
• halogen chandeliers for suspended ceiling structures can only function with a power converter, which should never be hidden inside the ceiling structure.

Also an important factor is the height of the ceilings in the room. For rooms with low ceilings, a horizontal lamp is well suited. In terms of design, it is better to choose models in which the light bulbs are evenly spaced in a circle or spiral. This option provides soft lighting around the entire perimeter of the room.

When thinking about which chandelier to choose for a ceiling structure over three meters high, it is good to pay attention to structures located vertically. The height of the lamp is on average one meter. Hanging from the ceiling, it is not only clearly visible from all sides, but also allows you to evenly illuminate the room.

The lampshade chandelier is a popular model among consumers. Interesting design, modern look, this lamp adds zest to any interior. But when choosing a dish lamp, you must remember that it can only be used with LED lamps in order to prevent overheating and a possible fire.

Choosing a chandelier for the suspended ceiling in the bedroom

When choosing a ceiling lamp for a rest and sleep room, you need to focus not so much on the illumination of the device, but on its design.

A few secrets on how to choose the right chandelier for a bedroom with suspended ceiling structures:

• Ceiling lamps mounted around the perimeter of the room, the rays of which are directed at the suspended ceiling, will help to visually raise the ceiling;
• Lamps located along the wall will help expand the bedroom space;
• for chandeliers with shades, an important point is the distance from the horn to the tension fabric (it should not be less than 30 cm);
• An ideal option for a bedroom with a suspended ceiling fabric is a fabric lampshade with soft diffused light or a ceiling lamp with matte shades looking down.

Chandelier for a modern stretch ceiling: how to choose

A correctly selected lamp for a ceiling structure will not only illuminate the room well, but will also emphasize the beauty of the stretched fabric.

Selection errors can lead to deformation of the tension fabric.

The right chandelier, what is it?

Deforming the tension fabric is quite simple. To do this, you need to heat it thoroughly.

When choosing a lamp, be sure to pay attention to the following points:

• the lamp must be designed in such a way that the light rays do not hit the ceiling;
• the optimal version of the lampshade is closed or directing the rays of light downward;
• consider the distance between the chandelier and the canvas (avoid flat plate lamps);
• calculate the height of the lamp. Keep in mind that part of the suspension will be hidden under the suspended structure.

Choosing a mount

The best option is when the chandelier is attached with a hook. An overlay panel for a crystal chandelier in a suspended suspended ceiling structure is not the best option, since the process of fixing it is labor-intensive and does not always end successfully.

Choosing a light bulb

From the variety of light bulbs, everyone chooses an option at their own discretion, taking into account the specifics of operation:

1. Incandescent lamp. Inexpensive, but energy-consuming, heating the air around the light bulb. It is better not to use incandescent lamps for a stretch ceiling. In cases where there are no other options, the lamp should not be more than 60 W.
2. The energy-saving light bulb does not heat the air; it can be used at a short distance from the stretch ceiling. The danger of using an energy-saving lamp is mercury pumped into the bulb.
3. LEDs are an ideal option for a ceiling light. High efficiency, minimal heating, long service life, directed luminous flux. The positive properties of an LED light bulb can only be diluted by its fairly high cost.

Some designer secrets

Using a crystal LED chandelier for suspended ceilings will help emphasize the luxury and style of the created interior.

A chandelier in a bright, contrasting color can add zest to a monochromatic, calm design.

The whimsical shapes of LED lamps will ideally emphasize the chic of the glossy surface of the stretch ceiling.

Lamps with a large number of small bulbs fit well into the living room. This way you can create a particularly cozy, relaxing atmosphere.

Large areas are well illuminated by a ceiling lamp in combination with spotlights around the perimeter.

LED chandeliers for ceilings: advantages and features

Considering the LED chandelier from the technical side, it is a lamp in which the light sources are semiconductor devices (diodes). Unlike conventional and energy-saving lamps, LEDs have a specific emission spectrum. LED chandeliers for suspended ceilings consist of many diodes of different spectrums. Modern models of LED lamps are equipped with a control panel and light sensors.

Advantages of using LED chandeliers:

• environmentally friendly (there is no mercury in the light bulbs);
• minimal risk of injury; no glass bulbs;
• the presence of a capacitor allows you to operate the lamp without a transformer;
• the glow of the diode lamp is as comfortable as possible for the human eye;
• LEDs tolerate sudden changes in temperature, vibration, and humidity well.

The main disadvantage of an LED chandelier is its high cost. LEDs are quite sensitive to overheating. The design of the lamp necessarily provides for the presence of air cooling holes.

Why do you need mortgages for chandeliers under a suspended ceiling?

Once the lamp is selected, the problem arises of how to attach it to the ceiling. The chandelier cannot be mounted in the traditional way. The tension structure simply cannot withstand such a load. The lamp is fixed to the suspended ceiling using special platforms - mortgages.

The main points of installing a chandelier with embedded parts under a suspended ceiling

Before you begin, you need to decide on the type of mortgage. The best option is OSB board or thick plywood. Important: do not use a regular wooden board. Wood has the property of drying out over time, which leads to the appearance of cracks and, as a result, the falling of the ceiling lamp. Particular attention should be paid to the installation of heavy, crystal chandeliers.

We mount the chandelier on a suspended ceiling with embedded parts:

1. We select pieces of material of the required size (or cut it out ourselves) of a rectangular shape, matching the parameters with the lamp platform. A hole is made in the center of the plate through which the cables will be inserted.
2. The edges of the board are well processed.
3. Special sealing rings are glued at the points where the mortgage is attached to the suspended ceiling. Such actions will help avoid compromising the integrity of the canvas.
4. Through the tension fabric (seals), the mortgage is fixed with self-tapping screws.

Expert advice: you can decorate the embedded ceiling using a polyurethane ceiling rosette.

We install lamps and chandeliers for new suspended ceilings

Installation of chandeliers and lamps for suspended ceilings begins with preparatory work. All further work and the duration of operation of the installed lamp depend on the quality of their implementation.

1. Prepare the necessary tools. In this work you will need: a sharp stationery knife, special fixing rings, mortgages, glue.
2. When installing built-in lamps, a box with a spotlight is fixed at the previously designated points. It is important to ensure that the edges of the box do not protrude beyond the tension level of the canvas.
3. In the center of each device, a special glue is applied to the canvas to fix the fastening rings. These elements protect the canvas from damage.
4. In the already stretched fabric, we cut holes in the place where the base box of the spotlight is attached, through which the wiring is brought out.

It is important to ensure that each lamp has its own wire.

In a situation where the selected lighting fixture is a chandelier, the installation algorithm is slightly adjusted:

1. On the concrete surface of the ceiling, mark the location for attaching the retainer strip or hook.
2. Using a hammer drill, several holes are made for the dowels into which the self-tapping screws will be screwed.
3. The fixing bar is attached so that it is slightly higher than the tension fabric.
4. The chandelier is fixed on the bar.

Expert advice:

• work with gloves;
• Do not tighten the fasteners too much - the tension fabric may be damaged;
• before making holes in the concrete slab, check the hidden wiring diagram again;
• without sharp corners, with directional light bulbs.

How to remove a chandelier from a suspended ceiling with your own hands

Strict adherence to the step-by-step instructions for dismantling a lamp from a suspended ceiling will help you complete this work quickly and efficiently:

1. Turn off the power supply to the panel. Important: simply turning off the lights is not enough. The only way to protect yourself from electric shock is to completely shut off the power supply to your home.
2. Prepare the necessary tools: indicator screwdriver, terminal blocks, step ladder and electrical tape.
3. Before starting work, be sure to double-check that there is no electricity (just flip the switch a few times). Safety first!
4. Carefully unscrew the light bulbs, remove glass shades and other fragile parts (decorative pendants and other decor).
5. Using a screwdriver, unscrew the locking screw that secures the decorative cap to the hatch. It is this element that covers the wire connection, hook or retainer bar.
6. If the lamp is hanging on a hook, removing it will be easy. A little effort is needed in a situation where the lamp is attached to the ceiling using a special strip. To dismantle, you need to unscrew the screws that secure the strip to the ceiling.
7. The final stage is insulating the exposed wires on the ceiling. Important: to avoid a short circuit, the three wires are separated in different directions and well insulated.

Features of dismantling the chandelier - plates

Among the variety of photos of chandeliers for suspended ceilings, the plate lamp attracts special attention. To remove the lamp from the ceiling, you must first remove the glass part. To do this, unscrew the bolts that secure the decorative plate to the metal base. The plate chandelier is attached to the ceiling using special fasteners (butterflies). If you do not plan to replace the plate with another chandelier model, it is better to leave the old fasteners in place.

Expert advice: before insulating the branching wires, you need to check them with an indicator screwdriver for the absence of current.

You can view the installation and dismantling of a chandelier on a suspended ceiling in more detail in the video.

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Chandeliers for suspended ceilings: the ABC for homemade

This article talks about ceiling chandeliers for suspended ceilings and the secrets of their installation. A priori, the owner of the apartment can install any lamp, but some limitations of the model range still exist. This is due to the issue of safety of PVC film, which can lose its elasticity and “spread” from constant heating by light bulbs.

Features of chandeliers for suspended ceilings

The question immediately arises, what chandeliers can be used to avoid local overheating of the coating from the light bulbs? Stretch ceilings are exposed to high temperatures up to 60 °C only once during installation. When heated, PVC film becomes elastic, stretches well, takes on the required shape and cools down, remaining quite elastic.

Choosing the right model

To know for sure which chandelier to choose, remember a simple reminder. So, in order for the PVC coating to remain in its original form for a long time, the following is taken into account:

1. Direction of the light flow - it should not “rest” against the ceiling, so the horns of the lamp should be directed not up, but down/to the side.

1. The optimal distance between the horns and the ceiling is from 30 to 40 cm.
2. The ceiling chandelier must be equipped with a reflector.
3. The surface of the device should be smooth, the corners should be rounded. This will become relevant if the neighbors flood - the walls of the water bag, that is, the ceiling, fall onto the chandelier and the slightest burr/sharp corner will tear them apart.

1. Ceiling height - you need to start from it to decide which chandeliers are suitable for the room and which are undesirable (plafonds can be considered universal, but a hanging chandelier is good only for spacious rooms).

When deciding how to choose the right ceiling lamp, you need to take into account the texture of the ceiling. Matte PVC and fabric stretch ceilings are not much different from the usual painted ones. Glossy ones are similar to a mirror and equally clearly reflect the beautiful and the ugly.

Given this property, it is necessary:

1. Carry out installation work with gloves.
2. The number of light bulbs in the lamp will double. Will the abundance of sparkling dots get on your nerves?

1. It is undesirable to install a chandelier with large horizontal planes. You will have to wipe them more often than usual, otherwise all the dust will be visible from below.

It shines but does not warm

The choice of light bulbs for a lamp should be treated no less carefully, because each type has a certain radiation intensity, spectrum, heat release and service life. Let's quickly go over the types of lamps, taking into account these parameters:

1. An incandescent lamp produces a pleasant yellowish light, similar to sunlight, is inexpensive, and even a child can change it. The disadvantages include colossal heat transfer (which in our case is not welcome) and a relatively short service life - up to 1 thousand hours, which is almost 3 months with 12-hour operation.

1. Halogen is also a “hot thing”, its white light does not distort the color gamut, but it depends on voltage drops and requires connection through a voltage stabilizer.
2. Luminescent - has long ceased to irritate with the dead light, the spectrum has expanded significantly, the light is soft and does not hurt the eyes. The high cost is compensated by the enormous operating potential - up to 10 thousand hours. The lamp heats up slightly and is well suited for chandeliers.

1. LED – miniature, “long-lasting”, economical. You can choose anything from cool day to orange if you wish. Popular in starry sky type chandeliers.

The optimal power of an incandescent lamp in a chandelier 40 is a maximum of 50 W, and a halogen lamp is 35 W.

When deciding how to choose safe light bulbs, you should not ignore their appearance. The modern design of fragile products is amazing - pear-shaped, candles, spirals, arcs, balls. Transparent, matte, painted, mirrored can turn a chandelier into one of the treasures of Aladdin's cave.

How to make a mortgage

The mortgage can be wooden blocks, but most often it is made from moisture-resistant plywood - it is durable, does not dry out, and it is easier to find a small piece of this material than, for example, OSB.

Installation of the mortgage has the following sequence:

1. The mortgage is cut out. A hole for the cable is drilled in the center;
2. The surface is sanded and treated with an antiseptic;

1. Hangers are screwed to the mortgage using LN 3.5x9.5 self-tapping screws (the same ones that are used when installing profiles under plasterboard walls. They are elastic and rigid enough to support a 10-kilogram chandelier);

1. The platform with screwed hangers is attached to the base ceiling with self-tapping screws and dowels. A mortgage made of wooden blocks is attached directly to the base ceiling with self-tapping screws.

Hanging a chandelier: rules and nuances

Depending on the design features of the lamp, you choose how to mount it - hang it on a hook or screw it to a bar (regular, cross-shaped, I-beam).

The installation method is indicated by the fasteners included in the kit:

1. Hook;
2. Strips: regular - for small light chandeliers, cross-shaped - for shaped lamps (round, oval, rectangular), I-beam - for massive devices.

The rules for installing any chandelier under a suspended ceiling are generally the same:

1. Laying of wires (possibly in an open way), installation of a voltage converter, installation of a hook/mortgage is carried out before installing suspended ceilings;
2. An additional platform is required for the chandelier. It should coincide in area with the base of the lamp. It is to this that the strips on which the device will be held are screwed;

Sometimes it is not clear how to hang chandeliers with a large base on cross-shaped strips. In order not to cut a huge hole in the coating, you can make 5 mortgages instead of one. 5 rings will be glued under them and the same number of holes will be cut.

1. There should be a distance of about 2 mm between the canvas and the mortgage;
2. Installation of the platform is carried out after installation of the frame for the suspended ceiling;
3. The diameter of the ring should allow free access to the mounting when installing the chandelier, and should be placed under the decorative cap of the chandelier/reflector.

Installation of the lamp on the strips

When the suspended ceiling has taken its place, you can begin connecting the chandelier to the suspended ceiling:

1. Find the location of the mortgage using a plumb line (which will be discussed below) or according to the plan. When moving by touch, do not forget to wear gloves so as not to leave marks, especially on glossy fabric;
2. Outline the platform;

Make a copy of the mortgage note out of cardboard in advance. By combining it with the real one under the film, it will be convenient for you to outline it.

1. Cut out the inside of the film;

If you don’t have a construction knife, you can cut with a stationery knife. It is quite elegant and sharp and cuts cleanly.

1. Pass the cable through the central hole of the platform and the cut-out ring;
2. Install the studs on the bar symmetrically to the holes in the lamp body;
3. Screw the slats to the platform;
4. Strip the ends of the wires from the network and the chandelier, connect them with the corresponding colors in the terminal block;

Before connecting, do not forget to turn off the power to the apartment or entrust this work to a specialist.

1. All that remains is to secure the base of the device on the studs and screw in the hardware.

Even if the chandelier is inexpensive, it is better to hang it with an assistant.

Lamp on a hook

Let’s make a reservation right away: chandeliers on a hook do not need an additional platform. If the old hook has been preserved from previous times, it is enough to simply cut a hole in the thermal ring and hang the lamp in the old place. To install a new one, you will need to drill a hole in the ceiling and screw in a new hook.

Depending on the weight of the chandelier, a fastening element of the appropriate diameter is selected: for a lamp weighing 3–5 kg, a rod with a diameter of 2–3 mm is suitable, for 8 kg – 4 mm, 10 kg – 5 mm. First, a hole for the dowel is drilled with a depth equal to its length, then the fastener is screwed into the dowel.

Problems in such an elementary procedure can literally appear out of nowhere. We are talking about longitudinal voids designed to improve the sound and heat insulation of the slab.

You can get clearly between the voids and the fasteners will be screwed in perfectly. Otherwise, you'll just have to take another dowel - like Molly or butterfly. Their operating principle is that they “spread out” in the void, preventing the dowel from falling out.

The expansion zone makes it difficult to tighten the Molly dowel all the way. Make a lever by threading something long and iron into the hook - a pipe, a piece of reinforcement, the handle of a hammer (iron!).

But how to hang a chandelier on a suspended ceiling if its weight is very large? In this case, you need to use a notched drive-in anchor:

1. Using a drill with a Pobedit tip, drill a hole 5 mm long longer than the anchor, and the diameter, as they say, is close;
2. Before installing the anchor, carefully blow out the hole (it’s good to do this with a blower);
3. Hammer the hardware with a rubberized hammer, or cover it with a rubber/wooden spacer;
4. Drive in the liner, placing a metal rod against it, until it stops, wedging the collets;

1. Screw in the hook.

Read carefully on the packaging the size of the anchor and what weight it is designed for. It is recommended to load the anchor no more than a quarter of the maximum load so that it does not simply fly out of the hole.

The fastening hidden by the canvas is a little problematic to find. We cannot see through the canvas, it is impossible to intuitively guess its location, and fumbling blindly with our hands is also not an option.

1. From the hook, lower the plumb line until it touches the floor;
2. Mark the point of contact on the floor, for example, with a corrector, cover it with tape so that it does not wear off;
3. After installing the ceiling, it is enough to lower the plumb line to the point from a stepladder. The opposite end of the thread will point to the desired place where the chandelier will be attached to the suspended ceiling.

1. Glue the thermal ring, cut it inside;
2. Hang the chandelier on the hook;
3. Attach the wires;

1. The decorative cap is raised close to the canvas and secured.

Chandelier replacement

If the interior has changed or you are simply tired of the old lamp, the question may arise whether it is possible to change the chandelier on the suspended ceiling. Yes, such an operation can be carried out, but with some reservations:

1. If the device is mounted on slats, the slats of the new chandelier should have a similar length. They may be a little longer, but not shorter, and were placed on mortgages.
2. If the strip is longer and the mounting holes do not match, new ones are drilled after appropriate markings.

Don't forget to save your sales receipts. If you have to return/exchange a new chandelier, it is better to do it without a scandal.

If the lamp was attached by yourself, consider that you already know how to remove it. Dismantling takes place in the reverse order of installation: the hardware is unscrewed, the body is removed from the studs, and the electrical circuit is opened. Do not forget to turn off the power supply to the apartment. The option with a hook does not cause any problems at all and there is no point in discussing it.

Summarizing

Expert advice on working with a mortgage can be found in the video in this article.

To understand which chandelier to choose for a stretch ceiling, you need to take into account not only your taste preferences, but also the characteristics of the room, the type of lighting fixture, the panel material and the connection method.

Stretch ceiling - what kind of chandelier

The choice of a lighting device depending on the type of panel is the very first and main criterion that you need to pay attention to. Here, not only the thermal stability of the coating and its design are important, but also the surface texture. Since chandeliers are installed in living rooms, the following types of stretch fabrics can be used:

• Glossy and matte film coatings
• Fabric panels
• Satin ceilings with pearlescent sheen

Before choosing a chandelier for a glossy stretch ceiling, it is worth considering that the mirror surface can reflect not only surrounding pieces of furniture, but also the ceiling lighting fixture. Therefore, give preference to lamps that collect a little dust, that is, their design should be as simple and concise as possible, without unnecessary parts and protrusions on which dust can accumulate. Otherwise, you will have to constantly clean the chandelier from dust so that these unattractive deposits are not visible in the ceiling. It is better that the light flux is directed downward, so there will not be too bright glare on the glossy PVC ceiling. In addition, dust will accumulate in the lampshade turned upward.

Answering the question of what kind of chandelier can be hung on a glossy stretch ceiling, we can say that it should not collect dust, have shades pointing downwards, and that their unattractive interior should not be reflected in the coating.

The choice of hanging fixtures for matte film ceilings, fabric surfaces and satin coatings is practically unlimited, since the material does not have such a high reflectivity as glossy films.

Technical limitations

Any lighting device used with a tension covering should not become excessively hot, so as not to cause darkening and melting of the coating. As a rule, most pendant fixtures are equipped with incandescent bulbs. Then their power is limited to 40-60 W.

More precisely, in chandeliers with a short stem, with shades turned upward, and a light beam directed at the tension surface, it is allowed to use light bulbs with a power of no more than 40 W.

Devices with downward-facing shades do not allow a direct beam of light to hit the tension panel, and therefore do not heat it up as much, so they can use 60 W lamps.

As for lighting devices with halogen and LED lighting sources, their lamps do get very hot, so the power here may be higher. In any case, before choosing a chandelier for a suspended ceiling, consult the store manager about the power of the lighting device and its ability to be used with a suspended ceiling.

If you do not know which chandeliers are hung on suspended ceilings, choose devices with heat-resistant shades that do not heat up. They will protect the coating from excessive heat and damage.

Installation and connection features

When choosing which chandeliers are best for a stretch ceiling, it is worth considering the features of fastening the lighting fixture to the base surface. There are several installation methods:

• The device is hung on a hook mounted in the base ceiling
• The lighting fixture is mounted on a special platform screwed to the base surface

Typically, chandeliers attached to a hook are made on a special leg or chain. The difference between them is that each device must have a power cable, and in chandeliers on a leg it is laid inside a tube that reliably hides it, but in devices on a chain the cable runs along it and is not hidden in any way. Therefore, when deciding which chandelier to choose for a stretch ceiling, take this point into account, because the aesthetics of the lamp depend on it.

Lighting fixtures mounted on a special platform do not have a visible leg. The device itself hangs from the base, like a tablet, which is tightly adjacent to the suspended ceiling. The entire fastening mechanism is hidden behind the tension panel.

In any case, installation of a chandelier on a suspended ceiling is carried out in the following sequence:

1. The installation location of the lamps on the floor plan is determined.
2. After preparing the base ceiling, either a platform or a hook is attached to it at the intended installation location of the hanging lighting fixture. To do this, use a drill with a hammer drill, dowels with self-tapping screws or an anchor.
3. The wiring for the lighting source is being laid and connected.
4. Next, the tension panel is installed. At the location where the lamp is installed, a small hole is cut in the tension covering. For this, a special ring is used, which prevents the coating from tearing beyond the required diameter. Please note that such work should only be carried out by qualified specialists; under no circumstances should you undertake it yourself.
5. Next, the supporting part of the chandelier is threaded through the resulting hole and secured to a hook or platform.

Which chandeliers are suitable for suspended ceilings

The choice of chandelier design for a tension surface should be made taking into account the style of the room, its purpose and the characteristics of the coating. After studying the photos on the Internet, you can draw your own conclusions about which chandeliers are suitable for suspended ceilings.

For rooms in a classic style, chandeliers in the same style are more suitable. Modern lighting fixtures of creative design will fit better into rooms in a modern, high-tech style. For bedrooms, it is better to choose lamps with adjustable lighting. This way you can choose the desired brightness of the light.

You can order installation of lighting fixtures on a suspended ceiling from us; to do this, you need to call the numbers provided.

Choosing lighting for a stretch ceiling is not an easy task. We will figure out which lamps and chandeliers are suitable for suspended ceilings and which are not.

How to choose lamps and chandeliers for a stretch ceiling?

Incandescent lamps for chandeliers should be chosen no more powerful than 60 W, and the distance between them and the tension surface should be at least 25 cm and up to 40 cm if the lighting fixture does not have reflectors.

It is better if the lighting in chandeliers with lampshades falls down, because... PVC film melts under the influence of light from fluorescent, rather than energy-saving, lamps, and faded yellow marks will remain on the matte stretch fabric.

The shape of the chandelier is also important. A plate-shaped chandelier is attached to a suspended ceiling only if there are reflectors. If they are not provided, then the film is easily deformed after 2-3 months.

For a stretch ceiling, different lighting is used: a chandelier or spotlights together with LED lighting (1.3) or installing only lamps around the perimeter of the stretch ceiling. The use of an LED strip without additional light sources (2) will make the suspended ceiling dimly lit.

Chandeliers for suspended ceilings are often placed in the center (1.3) or in combination with lighting around the perimeter of the room (2).

Spotlights for suspended ceilings are divided into standard fixtures (1) and decorative ones (2). The first group of lamps has built-in halogen or LED lamps, the second type of lamps differs in material and design shape.

Spotlights refract light (3) or direct it (2, 6), diffuse it (4,5) or change the shade of the stretch ceiling (1).

To protect the ceiling as much as possible and so that the glare of light from the arms of the chandelier directed upward does not catch your eye on glossy and sometimes matte canvases, buy a chandelier in the classic version (the arms are directed downwards). Another option for the location of the horns (directed upward) will require a more thoughtful installation, since not every such chandelier is suitable for installation on a suspended ceiling.

Chandeliers with shades are shielded from the ceiling surface by lengthening the suspension, so when purchasing, immediately check the possibility of extending it.

What features of lamps need to be taken into account for suspended ceilings?

Name	Suspended ceiling compatibility
1. Incandescent lamps	Choose no more powerful than 60 W, as they greatly heat the environment. Installation restrictions (see above)
2. Halogen	Power no more than 35 W. The lamps do not get so hot, but when attaching them to the lampshade, do not handle the lamp with your bare hands
3. Energy-saving	Heating is less, efficiency is greater, but the composition contains mercury, which is harmful to human health if the lamp is damaged
4. LED	Maximum efficiency and minimum heating. The best choice

Types of chandeliers and differences in their installation to the ceiling

Chandeliers for suspended ceilings are divided into ceiling chandeliers (overhead) and suspended. The ceiling chandelier is installed on a special overlay, which is installed on a wooden block using self-tapping screws or self-tapping screws.

It is advisable to choose chandeliers with a long mounting rod, which will make adjustment easier and installation of the chandelier more reliable. The wiring must be checked before stretching the PVC film, since replacing it without dismantling the film will then be impossible. Modern mounting strips for chandeliers, such as cross-shaped ones, are subject to height adjustment. For heavy chandeliers, a powerful mounting strip in the form of an I-beam is provided. Attach it in a similar way to the installation of a cross-shaped strip.

When the preparatory work is completed and the suspended ceiling is installed, the master looks for the puncture site of the canvas and inserts a special ring there that will prevent the film from tearing. The thickness of such a ring is no more than 5 mm, and the diameter is equal to the diameter of the cup of the lighting fixture.

The pendant type of chandelier is held on a hook. When installing a chandelier for the first time in a new building, use an anchor hook. This is not difficult to do yourself; the main indicator is reliable installation of the hook. For this:

1. inspect all voids in the sub-ceiling;
2. find the void in the center of the concrete ceiling;
3. Insert a rod with a hook into the tile channel and seal it with plaster.

Massive pendant chandeliers illuminate the room better and are quickly mounted on a suspended ceiling using the same mounting ring as the first type of chandeliers.

Foreign manufacturers of ceiling lighting fixtures

Specialized stores will help you choose a high-quality chandelier or lamp. Some of the lighting devices tested by TM are presented in the following table.

TM name	A country
Odeon Light	Italy
Aho Light
Сitilux	Denmark
Wunderlicht	Germany
Blitz
EGLO	Austria
Esto

How to deal with counterfeits of branded chandeliers?

Many online stores sell chandeliers for suspended ceilings from well-known brands, but it is difficult to buy a real Italian and not a Chinese chandelier even in Moscow or St. Petersburg. An example of such cases is given below. The customer bought an Odeon Light ceiling chandelier via the Internet and was assured of its 100% Italian origin. But on the “sakura flowers” ​​you can clearly see holes that were not in the pictures from the store. Most likely, this is a fake and there are plenty of such examples. Therefore, we recommend buying a chandelier either on trusted sites (table) or in showrooms.

Frequent problems that arise with chandeliers and lamps

1.Specific smell from the chandelier occurs for various reasons. Things to check:

• Power tolerances according to the chandelier's passport, for example, 60-watt incandescent lamps should be replaced with 40-watt ones.
• Carbolite or plastic sockets emit an odor when the lamps are heated, so you should opt for energy-saving power supply or replace the sockets with ceramic ones.

2. Melting the surface of a stretch ceiling occurs due to incorrect selection of lighting fixture power. Remember that incandescent and halogen lamps are not suitable for suspended ceilings. Weak lamps reduce the lighting in the room, but to organize uniform lighting, we recommend installing lamps for spotlights with an angle of 60 0 and without the “reverse light” property. So that after 5 years there are no complaints about the ceiling (it will be without spots from overheating), select lamps no more powerful than 35 W.

3. Torn film when replacing a lamp in a built-in luminaire only indicates that the technician installed the fastening ring incorrectly. Instructions for correct installation of the lamp on a suspended ceiling are given below.

Types of spotlights for suspended ceilings

Most often, chandeliers for suspended ceilings are mounted together with built-in lamps, since small chandeliers cannot provide bright lighting for ceilings. There are 2 types of spotlights: internal or overhead. In internal spotlights, the lamps are hidden by shades inside the stretch ceiling, and the distance from the rough base to the film is 6-7 cm. In this case, there are limitations on the lighting power, depending on the lamps and their design (), in order to avoid deformation of the stretch ceilings due to overheating

The second type of lamps is called overhead lamps - the lampshade protrudes beyond the suspended ceiling, and the minimum internal distance from the base ceiling to the film is only 3 cm. A wide angle of light dispersion, lamps that do not overheat the PVC film and an attractive appearance are the main advantages of spotlights with overhead lamps lamps. All this induces customers to purchase precisely such lighting devices.

Light effects on a stretch ceiling

LED strip will decorate suspended ceilings of any shape and color without heating the canvas, allowing you to achieve dynamic color effects. Today, such types of lighting as contour or eaves are popular.

If your suspended ceiling is not equipped with LED strips, but is mounted using the harpoon method, then the technician can easily dismantle the canvas, apply additional lighting and re-attach the film without damaging it.

When purchasing such strips, you must also purchase a power supply, the power of which is calculated based on the total power of the LED strips. For example, if a 5 m long tape (12 V) requires a power of 7.2 W per 1 m, then multiplying these two indicators, we get a total power of 36 W. It is also important to take into account the margin of 25%. Therefore, we buy a 45 W power supply.

If your ceiling is multi-level, then the eaves lighting is mounted using LED strips and neon pipes. Ribbons can be single or multi-color, with a “traveling wave” function. For multi-color ribbons or ribbons with color transitions, it is worth buying a controller.

Prices for Italian chandeliers for suspended ceilings

Name	Description of the factory and its products	Minimum price for a hanging chandelier with 3 shades, rub.
Reccagni Angelo	The factory was established in 1968 and produces lighting fixtures made of wood, glass, and bronze alloy, which are hand-processed. Expensive products are created from rare crystal originally from Austria or Venetian glass, using bronze fittings with a minimum copper alloy of 65% or gold plating	12 427
VIDRIOS GRANADA	The factory was established in 1970 and always adheres to high standards of build quality. Classic chandeliers and lamps for suspended ceilings from this brand never go out of fashion, and modern products always replenish the factory’s lineup	12 600
Cremasco	A variety of products are handmade from high quality glass. The painstaking work of the craftsmen deserves the inscription “Made in Italy”	12 700
LA LAMPADA	Chandeliers from this factory, created in 1975, are decorated with Swarovski crystal, gold or precious wood. The original design of chandeliers turns them into a masterpiece	21 800
Lightstar	The Italian products of this factory are made in a variety of styles and only from rock crystal	11 100
Eurolampart	Murano glass, decorative crystal, together with forged elements make products from this TM completely unique, because... they are created entirely by hand	15 600
Lussole	The young company Lussol, created in 1995 in Italy, is designed for the middle class of consumers. The quality of the products is confirmed by a certificate, and the range of lighting fixtures is huge. Osram lamps are included with the lamps	11 300
Axo-light	The innovative design of chandeliers, lamps and floor lamps from this relatively young company (established in 1996) is made in the traditions of the Italian school of craftsmen. Prices for products are above average, since the products are made from Murano glass, precious stones and metals, and luxury textiles	19 700

Smart home or selection of switches for chandeliers for suspended ceilings

When purchasing a chandelier for a suspended ceiling, for example from Lussole, we recommend that you immediately select switches and sockets - without this it is impossible to organize ceiling lighting. Ceiling lamps are often equipped with a dimmer, which allows you to adjust the brightness of the lamp.

The exquisite Celiane brand from Legrand is represented by a series of electrical installation products. Mounting switches with built-in touch controls or with roller shutter lift adjustment makes your life easier. Plastic frames from Celiane will match any color of stretch fabrics, because... made in 10 different colors. Thanks to the dimmer, the lamp in the chandelier will look advantageous on the stretch glossy film.

When to buy chandeliers for suspended ceilings: before or after attaching the canvas?

Installation of a stretch ceiling using the harpoon method allows for its further dismantling and installation of the chandelier on the ceiling. But it is better to immediately carry out the electrical wiring, fix either a beam on the ceiling or a hook, which depends on the type of lighting fixture. A hanging chandelier is mounted to the ceiling using a hook, and a surface-mounted chandelier is prevented from falling by the mounting strip on which it is screwed.

The choice of chandeliers for an apartment is huge, both in shape and in design. The main selection criterion remains the direction of the horns, their distance to the level of suspended ceilings and the type of lamp (the best is energy-saving or LED). Do not forget that the minimum distance from the lamps to the ceiling is 20 cm.

Chandeliers in the form of a plate or dish are highly not recommended for suspended ceilings, since in most cases the material of their body is fragile and will not protect the PVC film from overheating. If you nevertheless decide on a plate chandelier, pay attention to the protective plastic that covers the lamp. Select a bowl of the lighting fixture that is not too small in diameter and that there are no unnecessary details on it, which will then be reflected on the glossy film.

The color of the stretch ceiling and the texture of the chandelier or lamp must be combined, namely:

1. A classic chandelier in the center will fix the film and prevent it from sagging.
2. For glossy paintings, choose chandeliers with a large number of lamps, because the reflection also looks impressive.
3. It is worth mounting a non-bulky chandelier.
4. Ceiling lights look better against a dark background.

How practical are LED chandeliers for suspended ceilings with a remote control?

Many manufacturers today offer to buy chandeliers or lamps with LED lighting, which are controlled by a control panel. For example, the Chinese brand Eurosvet always has a chandelier and ceiling lamp (material – metal) in chrome or gold in stock. Another TM from China, Omnilux, produces lighting fixtures of the Oml series, both in a classic version (the material of the lampshade is glass, and the body is ebony and fittings), and in a modern version: with light music or 3D effect.

But the practice of using LED chandeliers has shown that nature reserves often face some problems, which will be discussed further:

1. If the chandelier has halogen and conventional incandescent lamps plus LED backlighting, then one of the types of lighting often fails.
2. Halogen lamps burn out quickly, which may be caused either by incorrect connection of the lamps with the rest or by you changing the halogen lamp with your bare hands.
3. If one LED burns out, you will have to change the entire backlight.
4. When purchasing a lamp, ask your consultant where a control panel of the same type as yours is sold. Sometimes it happens that if the remote control for a chandelier breaks or is lost, you need to purchase a new one.
5. Regular AA batteries in the remote control are discharged within a week due to frequent use, so replace them with rechargeable batteries.
6. The batteries in the chandelier control panel may not be standard, so this is also worth paying attention to before purchasing.
7. The signal reception sensor does not always work properly; for example, it is difficult to turn off a chandelier or switch it to another lighting mode. The main reason is independent connection or even marriage. Also, chandeliers from Eurosvet come complete with a radio remote control, which may stop working without adjustment by an electrician. So that you can turn on the chandelier even from the street, disassemble the remote control and tune the coil to resonance.
8. Another problematic situation is that LED lamps glow even at night, and there is no way to turn them off. The way out is to replace the electric convector.
9. Check with a lighting store that sells LEDs in your area, as... Many customers face this. Advice - when replacing LEDs, buy new ones with higher luminous efficiency.
10. In any problematic situation, demand free warranty service or replace the chandelier with a new one!

All the problems with chandeliers described above do not mean that you should refuse to buy them - you must have this information. We advise you to choose a chandelier that is not too difficult to connect and control.

Modern chandelier design

Designer chandeliers for suspended ceilings are called works of art. For example, a ceiling or hanging chandelier from Globo (Austria) is made in several modern series: Orlene, Florita, Riccio, Danas, Gillian, Siony. Everyone will find a chandelier for the room among such variety.

Chandeliers for the ceiling should be chosen with a long rod - this will prevent the film from heating up from close lighting. If the chandelier is pendant, then the lamps for it have a number of limitations, which were mentioned earlier. An ideal option for suspended ceilings is LED lamps.

Which chandelier design is best suited for suspended ceilings is up to you to decide, but its dimensions and shape must be in harmony with the color and texture of the film and the area of ​​the room.

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