What is a Stretch Ceiling?

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The versatility of Stretch Ceilings, once limited to commercial projects, is now expanding into the home lighting market. This option is becoming a more practical alternative to the traditional method of using plaster to close off niches. But what is a Stretch Ceiling anyway? And how can I use it in lighting and architectural projects?

The Stretch Ceiling

Stretch Ceilings are a lighting and interior design solution made from flexible plastic films with high molecular memory and flame retardant additives. Due to its composition it is an excellent option for diffusing light, closing off niches and decorating any kind of space.

By other hand, the Tensoflex® system combines all these advantages with aluminum profiles specially designed to meet the exact needs of each project. As such, all the profiles are designed to perfectly fit the Stretch Ceilings, which can be used in walls, ceilings, metal structures, plaster niches and other surfaces. Generally, the profiles are fixed by screwing or gluing around the perimeter and the installers finish the Stretch Ceilings once the lighting has been completed. In summary, now that you know the basics about our products, check out the main questions our customers often have when specifying Stretch Ceilings in their projects.

How does the lighting on Translucent Stretch Ceilings work?

To generate a specific lighting effect, better known as the “skylight effect” or homogeneous lighting, installers place the Stretch Ceilings at the bottom of the niche, illuminated by LED strips or LED tube lights. Based on project specifications and lighting requirements, our team can confirm if quantity, power and color temperature are correct.

Germano Apartment, Aire Arquitetura by Tensoflex®.Germano Apartment, Aire Arquitetura by Tensoflex® 


There is also the option of perimeter lighting, which generates a graded light, stronger at the edges of the surface and dimmed towards the center. This light is more decorative than functional.

Niche ready to receive Tensoflex® tensioned fabricNiche ready to receive Tensoflex® Stretch Ceilings

Possible uses

There are countless possible uses, from ambient lighting to printed Stretch Ceilings for visual merchandising, as we have listed:

Lighting and Architecture

You can use Tensoflex® Stretch Ceilings in commercial projects, such as offices, clinics, restaurants and more. As well as, in residential projects, in closets, bathrooms and living rooms.

Tensioned screen in the living room, LJD Residence by Tensoflex projectLJD Residence, Studio Arthur Casas by Tensoflex®


Specifiers usually use ceiling screens to provide homegeneous lighting, known as the skylight effect, and also for perimeter lighting.

Tensioned screen in the living room, Mostra Artefacto RJArtefacto RJ show by Tensoflex®

Printed Stretch Ceilings

Tensoflex® Printed Stretch Ceilings can create high impact commercial environments. With a wide range of color options, shapes and finishes, as well as, the use of high-resolution custom printings and advanced LED systems, the opportunities to bring the most ambitious projects to life are virtually limitless.

Printed tension screen, Bar do Mussum project by TensoflexBar do Mussum by Tensoflex®

Luminaires

Tensoflex® luminaires feature an innovative range of designs, designed for a variety of applications, and can be chosen from standard to custom options, with dimensions and formats developed to meet the needs of your project.

The main distinguishing feature of Tensoflex® luminaires is the possibility of removing the Stretch Ceiling to access the lighting components, as well as, the options of surface mounted or pendant installation, transforming them into beautiful decorative and functional pieces.

Customized luminaire with tensioned fabric, Golden Square TensoflexLC BITTAR, Ana Lopes Arq&Design by Tensoflex®

Acoustics

Acoustic Stretch Ceilings guarantee sound comfort in indoor spaces in an efficient and sophisticated way. The sound absorption and flexibility characteristics of the Stretch Ceilings allow these solutions to create large-area covers for ceilings, geometric models and custom clouds, as well as cladding panels in different colors and finishes, designed to increase sound Comfort

Tensioned acoustic screen - Via Parque by Tensoflex®.Acoustic Stretch Ceilings – Via Parque by Tensoflex®

Where and how to buy?

To have Tensoflex® Stretch Ceilings on your projects, simply contact us for an estimate. Once the proposal is confirmed, our team of experts will settle the installation of  profiles and Stretch Ceilings in the designated sites.

Stretch Ceilings are a modern and elegant solution for creating distinctive lighting and interior design projects and can be used in both residential and corporate spaces. The flexibility of this material allows a clean and efficient installation, as well as, a huge variety of flat or three-dimensional shapes, with no limits to your imagination!

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