Stretch ceiling plinth

You will not surprise anyone with a stretch ceiling, because these structures are incredibly beautiful in appearance, durable, make the ceiling perfectly smooth, not afraid of water, repel dust. With the help of such a ceiling, you can not only hide any irregularities, but also hide plastic pipes or external wiring. Installation is quick, no dirt occurs, as with other repair and construction works. It is only important to mask the gap between the wall and the canvas. Today you will learn how the skirting board is mounted on a stretch ceiling, what features this process has and how to choose the right material.

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The use of masking tape and ceiling skirting

To beautifully design the joints between the ceiling and the wall, there are several options.

Masking tape

A cap, or masking tape, usually comes complete with stretch ceilings, like the rest of the fittings. It is mounted directly in the profile groove, prevents the formation of dirt and dust, which often accumulate in open slots.

Important! The biggest plus of masking tape is the possibility of its repeated use. That is, you can dismantle the ceiling, remove the tape and then stick it back into place.

Often it is used as a decor on multi-level ceilings. It is advisable to apply it on level areas.

The main drawback of a masking tape is its small width, but the distance between stretch ceilings and walls is often uneven - somewhere it becomes so wide that it cannot be covered with tape.

Baseboard

In this situation, installing a ceiling plinth on a stretch ceiling can help. In addition, such products are used not only for disguise. Thanks to them, the tension structures look more impressive, the room takes on a finished look, its design appearance becomes interesting, the general style is emphasized, the ceiling is favorably tinted.

Which specific skirting board to choose - each buyer decides for himself, it all depends on his own imagination. Numerous examples indicate that it can be painted in any shade, even imitate wood or stucco. Choosing the option for your wallet and taste is quite simple, the main thing is to figure out what suits you perfectly. Before starting work, learn useful information on choosing and installing a skirting board.

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How to choose a ceiling plinth yourself?

It is very important to figure out which ceiling skirting to choose for a stretch ceiling.

As a rule, produce such products from the following materials:

• Styrofoam. It is incredibly light, cuts well, glues, is inexpensive. But it has a significant minus - brittleness and fragility, therefore, for ceilings of complex design, it does not fit at all. In addition, it burns, while emitting toxic substances, so it is better not to use it in children's rooms and bedrooms. Not all glue is suitable for polystyrene - certain aggressive compounds can only spoil it externally.

Important! Over time, such a skirting board may turn yellow, so it must be painted before installation.

• Polyurethane. More flexible material, skirting boards from it can be bent in every way.Polyurethane is resistant to glue, it is ideal for the kitchen and bathroom, because it can be washed safely. But often it sags under its own weight, which is why it is recommended to carefully mount the polyurethane baseboard - it is better to fix it with self-tapping screws and putty on top of the fasteners.
• Wood. Such skirting boards are used very rarely due to the complexity of installation and high cost. And to mask the mistakes made in the joints on such material is simply unrealistic.
• Plastic. This material is not quite suitable for the ceiling, because plastic skirting boards are insufficient in width and too rigid in design, which does not allow to hide the imperfections of the walls.

Important! As for color, the skirting board can completely match or contrast with the shade of the ceiling. The main thing is to choose a color that really matches the room’s interior. The stores offer a huge selection of products for tensile structures:

1. for classic interiors, a wide plinth imitating stucco molding is suitable;
2. for modern youth rooms - strict narrow fillets.

When deciding on a pattern, remember: that the more complex the picture, the more problems there are with its adjustment to the corners.

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What materials and tools will be needed for installation?

Naturally, the installation of a ceiling plinth on a stretch ceiling begins with the procurement of the necessary materials and tools. The first step is to calculate how much material is needed - for this it is enough to calculate the perimeter of the room. This applies more to rooms with complex geometry. The resulting figure must be divided by the length of the model of the selected skirting board, as a result - you will get the right number of planks.

Important! In addition, it is better to buy a few more slats, so that in the event of a mistake, quickly correct the situation.

Of the tools you need:

• Hacksaw, construction knife, sandpaper.
• Roulette, ruler, protractor.
• Miter box - a tool that allows you to gently and easily cut corners. It is very important to constantly check the direction of the slices.
• Pencil for marking.
• Metal and rubber spatulas.

Of course, you will also need an adhesive composition, it is necessary to choose it taking into account the main features of the plinth:

• Polymer-based formulations may contain a solvent that can severely damage foam products.
• Such glue is more suitable for polyurethane due to its reliable grip and quick setting. Before gluing, it is better to check the compatibility of the baseboard and glue in a small area.
• “Liquid nails” have proven themselves quite well - they are completely safe for all types of skirting boards and have high adhesive ability. They should be selected based on the functional purpose of the room. “Acrylic nails” do not have a pungent odor, they are safe, but they are not recommended for use in rooms with a high level of humidity.
• Neopropylene compounds are suitable for the kitchen and bathroom.

Important! Specialists often use acrylic based putty. She quickly sets, completely safe for human health. It can be smeared with not only joints at the corners, but also the cracks between the wall and the baseboard.

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Self-installation of ceiling skirting

Now we will consider in detail how to fix the ceiling plinth to the stretch ceiling. Let's get acquainted with the technique of preparatory work, the features of the installation of such products and the recommendations of specialists.

You will need to perform the following manipulations:

• Initially, it is necessary to clean the building dirt and dust from the walls, level them, primer, then dry. From above, only foam products can be attached to the wallpaper, walls under the polyurethane must be cleaned.

Important! If you decide to paint the skirting boards, then do it better with latex, water-dispersible or acrylic paint. Moreover, this procedure is carried out even before the installation.If you do not do this in advance, then you will have to close the walls with polyethylene to protect them from paint.

• Then you need to mark out at a distance of every 3-5 mm.
• Installation is recommended to start from the corners, only then you can glue even sections. If the angles in the room are even, you can buy ready-made corner parts, thereby simplifying installation. In other situations, the corners are trimmed with a hacksaw and a miter box, the edges are cleaned with sandpaper and carefully adjusted.
• Next, you can apply glue to the joints and surfaces of the skirting boards adjacent to the wall. If the bar is too long, then you need an assistant to press it evenly. Then all the elements are set in place.
• After the entire baseboard is glued, it is necessary to mask the cracks in the joints of the elements with putty or sealant.

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Stock footage

This is how the skirting board for a stretch ceiling is mounted. The installation, of course, is simple, but still requires attention, because this is a rather painstaking task. To be completely confident in your abilities, it is better to carefully familiarize yourself with all the instructions and diagrams in advance so that there are no unnecessary questions during the installation process.