Currently, stretch ceilings are very popular, they hide all the defects, while they look modern and fit well with the interiors of different styles. The assurances of manufacturers are that stretch ceilings do not necessarily have to be washed, because they are impregnated with a special dust-repellent composition, of course, are sufficiently convincing. The same composition also contains components that prevent the propagation and spread of microorganisms. All these, undoubtedly, positive qualities of modern tension ceilings are painted in the advertising text accompanying the product when buying. However, in practice it happens in a different way. At some point, you find dirt on the stretch ceiling. That's why many are asking questions, is it possible to wash stretch ceilings and, if so, how to do it.
How to properly care for the stretch ceiling?
It is not too easy to take care of stretch ceilings. Experience shows that an unreasonable approach to this problem can lead to a violation of the geometry of the ceiling, sagging, color changes, turbidity and other problems.
How to clean the stretch ceilings? The idea of cleaning with a vacuum cleaner is rejected immediately - so you can deform the coating. Rigid brushes should also not be used - they can scratch or even tear the coating material.
Stretch ceilings are based on fabric, PVC or film. Pay attention to this when selecting the detergent. To properly choose a detergent for stretch ceilings, the structure of the material must be taken into account.
So all the same, what means to wash the stretch ceilings?
The correct choice of detergent includes its safety check, which is very important, since the ingredients of a particular detergent or cleaning agent may not be suitable for the material of your ceiling. Therefore, it is best to consult with a specialist at the time of purchase or installation of a stretch ceiling or not too lazy to go for advice to the nearest store in which stretch ceilings are sold. After consulting and choosing a detergent, first apply a little of the remedy in a low-visibility area or on a "control" piece of material, and then rinse with water (or wipe off with a lint-free cloth) to make sure that the choice is correct.
Than to clean a stretch ceiling?
For manipulation only soft brushes or sponges will do. In no case should the stretch ceiling cleaner contain even very small abrasive components that can damage the coating material. Typically, manufacturers of quality stretch ceilings produce and branded products for the care of the coating. In general, the mechanical load on the surface of the coating during cleaning or washing can only be minimal (in order not to stretch the base). Ideally, the stretch ceiling should only be wiped. It is better to spray the means for washing or cleaning the stretch ceilings onto the coating material from the spray gun, rather than applying it with a sponge or brush. After applying to the coating care products, it is best to wipe it with a soft, lint-free cloth.
In general, it is not easy to wash suspended ceilings - it will take quite a long time to work in very uncomfortable poses, therefore, it is probably better to use a room stepladder. It is possible to resort to an even simpler and elegant way out - to call a specialist from a cleaning company who most likely knows which product is best used to clean this or that coverage and how to do it correctly.