How to wash stretch ceilings at home: dry cleaning and detergents for matte, glossy and satin surfaces

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1 Fabric ceilings: pros, cons, cleaning features
2 Film ceilings: pros, cons, cleaning features
3 Care for various textured surfaces
4 How to wash suspended ceilings: prevention and "general"
- 4.1 Dry option
- 4.2 Wet option
5 Choice of detergents
- 5.1 What can not be washed
- 5.2 How to wash
6 Reviews: "Do not choose white color"

A variety of stretch ceilings gives interior stylists almost unlimited opportunities for creativity and the embodiment of design ideas. Ceiling coverings vary according to a number of criteria. Here are five key ones.

Material. In the modern market, two types of ceilings remain relevant, depending on the canvas: film and fabric.
Texture. There are three types of paintings: matte, glossy and satin.
Color. Depending on the material and texture, the color palette of the ceiling coating is incredibly extensive. You can "play" even with color saturation and hue temperature.
Decorative design. It is possible to give uniqueness to the interior not only with colored ceilings, but also resorting to more high-tech methods. This includes fiber optic lighting in the style of "starry sky", airbrushing and photo printing.
Hygienic properties. Many manufacturers began to produce inhibitor-treated suspended ceilings for kitchens, bathrooms and toilets. Typically, the ceiling material for these rooms is impregnated with antifungal and antimicrobial agents. And specifically for medical facilities, antiseptic, UV-resistant and disinfectant-resistant ceilings are available.

Fabric ceilings: pros, cons, cleaning features

The basis of fabric ceilings are polyester fibers obtained from melts of polyethylene terephthalate. The manufacture of paintings is carried out according to the method of knitting weaving threads with their parallel impregnation with polyurethane mixtures. The required color of the fabric is attached to the colored polymer with which the canvas is coated. And subsequent coating of the material with varnish gives the future ceiling moisture resistance.

Fabric ceilings have several advantages.

Breathable properties. Unlike film stretch ceilings, fabric coatings have good breathability, which has a beneficial effect on the climate in the home.
Cold tension. Installation of fabric ceilings is carried out by the cold method without the use of heat guns, which cannot but console a housewife, who fears for fusible elements of decoration in the room.
Strength. It is generally accepted that fabric ceilings are more durable than their film "colleagues." Polyester ceilings are indeed more resistant to mechanical damage, tears and cuts.

However, this type of ceiling finish also has drawbacks. It is more expensive than film and more demanding in care. In addition, fabric ceilings lose for the following reasons.

Non-waterproof. Cloths can hold moisture for some time, and their design provides for this. However, the water retention period for this type of material is limited and over time such a ceiling will still leak.
Do not dismantle. Fabric ceilings with a cold installation method cannot be replaced if required.Therefore, in places of greatest risk of flooding, such as a bathroom, balcony or in the kitchen, it is better not to use ceilings with clip and glazing beams.
Absorb odors. The “breathing” plus of the fabric ceiling can result in a minus, especially if the ceiling is decorated with a kitchen, smoking room or other room with pronounced aromas. And getting rid of aromatic “impregnation” is very difficult.

In addition to odors, polyester is difficult to part with stubborn dirt and greasy plaque. It is also very difficult, if not impossible, to remove stains from such a stretch ceiling after the bay. However, to clean fabric stretch ceilings from building dust, for example, after repair, is much easier than film.

Film ceilings: pros, cons, cleaning features

Over 80% of the ceiling finishes produced today are made of PVC - polyvinyl chloride. Such ceilings are also called film ceilings, since, in fact, the stretch ceiling of PVC is a highly stretched dense film, which has both positive and negative sides. Among the advantages of PVC ceilings are the following.

Profitability. Such ceilings are more affordable at their cost. The price of 1 m² of monochrome PVC fabric is two, or even three times less than polyester.
Resistance to pollution. Polyvinyl chloride is an excellent dielectric that repels dust and resists pollution. Due to this property, even such work as wiping a stretch ceiling will not cause any difficulties.
Security. Film ceilings are characterized by absolute waterproofness, low flammability and resistance to aggressive solutions such as alcohols, salts and certain acids.

But even with all the pluses available, film ceilings can easily be damaged (cut, punctured) with careless handling of a hard or sharp object in the immediate vicinity of the canvas. For example, when using a mop with a rough brush to clean the surface. Yes, and some chemical solutions are detrimental to PVC. For example, acetone, chlorinated hydrocarbons and other solvents can corrode this ceiling coating.

Care for various textured surfaces

The assortment of PVC ceilings in the modern construction market is presented in three versions: glossy, matte and satin. Each of the surfaces brings its own zest to the interior. But in the care of different textures require a special approach.

Glossy

Varnish reflective surface that can visually increase the volume of the room. This is how the glossy stretch ceiling can be characterized. This is a great option for top decoration for small rooms, furnished in the style of minimalism, bathrooms or pool. Do not use glossy ceilings for rooms with rich decor. A large number of furniture, coupled with a ceiling reflection, will give the atmosphere a win-win sloppiness.

This cloth is easy to clean from any stains. And if water drops get in, you can only wipe the ceiling surface with a soft absorbent cloth and there will be no stains or stains. If such maintenance is carried out on a regular basis, then the question of how to wash the glossy stretch ceiling will disappear by itself.

Matte

Perfectly smooth whitewash. This is what the matte stretch ceiling of polyvinyl chloride represents. This finish option is the most popular and the most budget.

Matte ceilings are universal and can be considered classics, because they fit absolutely any interior. Easy to understand, and just as easy to care for. Is this the best present for the hostess?

Satin

Satin ceiling is the golden mean between gloss and dullness. The soft diffused reflected glow of the lamps and the effect of pearly fabric coating will bring comfort to any room.

In addition, such a ceiling is the easiest to clean: walked along the surface with a dry cloth and no hassle.

How to wash suspended ceilings: prevention and "general"

A beautiful view of stretch ceilings is achieved due to the strong tension of the material and the creation of a perfectly smooth and even surface. And it is on such a coating that even the smallest contaminations, water spots or yellow from the lamp are clearly visible. Especially when it comes to plain white and glossy finishes.

How to return the ceiling to its original appearance? And what means is acceptable to use for washing stretch ceilings? To resolve these issues, you should figure out which chemicals and cleaning methods are suitable for ceiling materials.

Dry option

Preventive cleaning is required at least once every four weeks. If on the canvas there will be no noticeable spots and traces of the life of insects, then for this it is quite enough to wipe the ceiling surface with a dry soft cloth from settled dust. Dry cleaning must be carried out without excessive pressure. Wipe the ceiling while moving in one direction. Do not make circular movements. This cleaning method is equally suitable for any type of surface.

If there is a lot of dust on the ceiling, or the house was renovated the day before, then you can use a vacuum cleaner. In this case, the suction power should be minimal, and as a nozzle you should take a brush with a soft pile or wrap the end of the pipe with a soft cloth.

If you want to use a mop for cleaning, then in the case of PVC ceilings it is better to abandon this idea, because one awkward movement can damage the film. The best helpers here are a stepladder and microfiber cloth. Fabric surfaces can be cleaned with a microfiber mop. Sometimes an ordinary mop is “modified”, wrapped tightly with a soft, lint-free cloth.

Wet option

Smoke from cigarette smoke, greasy plaque in the kitchen, splashes of water and soap suds in the shower clearly indicate that the time has come for a general cleaning of the ceiling.

To wash the suspended ceiling without streaks in such neglected cases, it seems possible only with the use of a whole arsenal of detergents. However, with regard to delicate coating, cleaning must meet two basic conditions:

remove all dirt - there should be no stains from cleaners;
work delicately - It is important to avoid damage to the canvas.

Damage is not only a violation of the integrity of the film. Scratches, abrasions, color distortions may appear. The gloss wrinkles and fades. To avoid this, in the first place, any abrasives should be excluded from the list of available tools:

hard brushes;
abrasive coated sponges;
household scrapers;
washcloths.

The best choice for effective and, most importantly, safe cleaning will be microfiber cloths and soft foam sponges, which can sparingly remove any dirt from the ceiling surface without causing any harm to it and leaving no streaks.

Choice of detergents

Can stretch ceilings be washed with detergent? With cleaning products in relation to stretch ceilings, the “do no harm” rule also applies. Therefore, in this case, neither soda, nor abrasive products such as Biolan and Pemolux, nor even the most ordinary washing powder should come close to the ceiling.

What can not be washed

Having sifted out everything rude and scratching from the list of possible chastol, exam tests remained only for liquid cleaners. Here the most important thing is to determine whether a particular solution or composition is compatible with the ceiling coating of PVC.

For polyvinyl chloride - a modified plastic, endowed with elastic and heat-shrink properties, any solvents, as well as some alkalis and acids, are harmful.Therefore, cleaning products that contain such aggressive elements cannot be used to wash the ceiling film coating. This rule especially applies to kitchens and bathrooms, where such active compounds are often used in the fight against rust, lime and stubborn greasy deposits. Make sure that the product does not accidentally hit the ceiling when processing other surfaces.

How to wash

Often, manufacturers of suspended ceilings or companies providing services for their installation, offer their customers branded care products for the ceiling.

However, this is just a marketing gimmick, because there are no unique compositions designed specifically for washing PVC and fabric ceilings. If you carefully read the labels of such miracle sprays, you can make sure that in general the list of components in the means of different companies will be identical:

ammonia or isopropyl alcohol;
distilled water;
Surfactants (surfactants);
color;
aromatic additive.

In fact, this is a common alcohol solution with the addition of a standard detergent component. So, a 10% solution of ammonia will be able to refresh and clean the capricious gloss, without leaving stains and returning to the surface the specularity lost over time. But to wash the matte stretch ceiling or satin, you can use the simplest wiper.

How to wash the stretch ceiling, prompt and experienced experience. For example, according to reviews, for ceilings in the kitchen, a solution of warm water and a few drops of dishwashing liquid is best. Such a composition will cope with greasy plaque and spots. Also, the PVC cloth and fabric ceiling will be washed away with a simple solution of soap chips and water (30 g of soap per liter of water).

Reviews: "Do not choose white color"

It is necessary to wipe such ceilings very carefully, since you can touch it accidentally and everything will fall, one of my friends broke the ceiling just like that, but then the truth glued it with ordinary adhesive tape. Wipe clean with any soapy solution. It is very convenient to wipe stretch ceilings with a mop. First you need a wet rag, and then wipe dry. This is done quickly and your ceilings will shine.

NSV0506, http://www.bolshoyvopros.ru/questions/1406573-chem-pomyt-natjazhnoj-matovyj-potolok-kotoryj-ot-vremeni-pozheltel.html

We have 2 frosted stretch ceilings, the last one was done in January, the guys who pulled them gave a recommendation for washing the ceilings, if they turn yellow: pour a couple of caps of chlorine-containing liquid into a bucket of hot water, take a rag or mop from microfiber and wipe the ceiling if it remains divorces, repeat. Wipe dry. So that the ceiling does not turn yellow, repeat washing with chlorine-containing liquid 2-3 times a year.

Sun 45, http://www.bolshoyvopros.ru/questions/1406573-chem-pomyt-natjazhnoj-matovyj-potolok-kotoryj-ot-vremeni-pozheltel.html

Stretch ceilings can only be washed with warm, soapy water with a soft cloth, then simply with clean warm water for the second time.

Vl, https://www.u-mama.ru/forum/family/housewife/471105/index.html

I understand that he is white? If it turned yellow, it means that the film itself changed the pigmentation. And it’s simply impossible to wash it. Perhaps the quality of the film is such, perhaps the bright sun is constantly on it ... there is already only a replacement, it seems to me. Consider the experience, and choose a different color.
And so ... I wash the suspended ceilings with liquid for dishes. A pair of drops on a bowl. Then I wipe it with clean microfiber.

Sssss, http://www.bolshoyvopros.ru/questions/1406573-chem-pomyt-natjazhnoj-matovyj-potolok-kotoryj-ot-vremeni-pozheltel.html