How to seal cuts with your own hands and video of repairing suspended ceilings

What cases are covered by the guarantee?

Before filling the hole, review the contract with the contractor and re-read all the conditions.
Pay special attention to the section of duties and responsibilities of the construction company that installed the suspended ceiling. Usually companies provide a guarantee

But there are a lot of nuances that unscrupulous contractors take advantage of:

1. The materials come with a manufacturer's warranty. Builders will say that complaints must be sent to the company that manufactured the components.
2. Too long. The text indicates, for example, 5 or 10 years. But the company has already been liquidated, and there is simply no one left to make demands.
3. Excessive conditions for providing warranty repairs. It happens that the agreement states that the homeowner is obliged to provide access to the work site: remove baseboards, remove furniture, etc.

But most of all the controversy arises over the warranty case or not. A puncture, cut, or rupture caused by the actions of the apartment owner will not be repaired free of charge. But any defect will have to be eliminated: insufficiently reliable fastening of the retaining profile, low-quality components, poor tension, defects left by the tool during installation.

What cases are covered by the guarantee?

Repairs are performed free of charge when defects arise due to the fault of the manufacturer or installer. The main situations are as follows:

1. The seam between the pieces of PVC film has come apart.
2. The frame of the stretch ceiling extends from the wall.
3. The film or fabric is not tucked into the baguette properly.
4. The harpoon is not soldered well enough.

In the first case, the manufacturer gives a guarantee on the quality of the soldering and is obliged to install a new sheet free of charge. In other situations, warranty repairs are performed.

Another possible cause of damage is crumbling pieces of plaster or other finishing.

In this case, it is important who did the preliminary work. If the company installs the ceiling, then the craftsmen must eliminate the consequences free of charge

And if you prepare it yourself, you will have to pay for repairs.

Non-warranty cases include the following situations:

• the cabinet or cornice was installed carelessly and the film was pierced or cut;
• homeowners independently dismantled the ceiling and damaged the canvas;
• the neighbors caused a flood and the film burst under the weight of the water.

If handled carelessly, the stretch ceiling can easily be punctured and torn. It can also crack from excessive pressure. But often a complete replacement is not required; cosmetic repairs are enough. Some types of work are even covered by a guarantee.

What to do if the stretch ceiling breaks

This is quite serious damage. Possible causes of the crack:

• the cut was not sealed immediately and it was severely torn;
• the lamp or ventilation grill was installed carelessly; there is no tread ring that prevents the film from tearing;
• as a result of incorrect cutting, the tension was too strong, which caused the fabric to crack (this is only possible if low-quality film is used or the seams are poorly welded).

In such cases you need:

1. Trim edges if they are uneven.
2. Glue a harpoon to both sides of the gap.
3. Install a special dividing profile on the ceiling at the junction (it should be on the same level as the rest of the frame).
4. Insert the canvas into the baguette.
5. Decorate the joint with masking tape to match the color of the surface.

Unfortunately, if there is significant damage, part of the ceiling will have to be replaced. But it is cheaper than buying and installing a new canvas.

Situations when repair is impossible

Some damage to the stretch ceiling cannot be restored: in this case, the canvas will have to be completely replaced.

We are talking about the following situations:

• The canvas is cracked at the seam. All attempts to glue the material will only make the situation worse. This defect can only be eliminated by re-tensioning the material.
• If the suspended ceiling has moved away from the wall. A very difficult breakdown that will require complete dismantling of the system to fix. Removed profiles and baguettes must be strengthened or replaced.

The best method for repairing a cut in a stretch ceiling is to prevent it from occurring. If an unpleasant situation does occur, before starting self-repair, you need to soberly assess your strength. If you don’t have confidence in your own abilities, it’s better to call professionals. It often happens that clumsy repairs make the situation even worse.

Possible difficulties

Rips and punctures in fishing equipment may need to be repaired again. It is difficult to remove the remnants of the previous fixing composition; the glue is connected to the base at the molecular level. When cleaning the surface, do not use force; mechanical impact can lead to damage, increasing the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe rupture.

It is worth abandoning aggressive compounds and solvents. It is optimal to use abrasive materials, such as zero grade sandpaper. Residues of glue must be removed very carefully so as not to damage the base.

Rules for working with glue:

1. You must first degrease the surface - use solvent, acetone or gasoline. It is better to sand the edges of the seam to be fixed for better fixation. Neoprene products are coated only with solvent and do not require the use of abrasive paper.
2. To speed up the gluing process, you should use a construction or regular hairdryer - a hot air stream activates the process.
3. You need to work with various adhesives in a well-ventilated area. You can repair equipment outdoors provided the humidity is no more than 50% and the temperature is from 15 to 25 °C.
4. To check the quality of the repairs done, you don’t need to go into nature. It is enough to use a flashlight or table lamp. Go into a dark room and place a light source inside your overalls or boots. It is recommended to check your equipment before each fishing trip.

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When should you replace a suspended ceiling?

Not all cases of mechanical damage can be corrected. The PVC ceiling film will have to be completely changed if:

1. The film broke through the joining seam. Moreover, the scale of the damage is too large and the canvas continues to diverge.
2. Neighbor's flood. Only high-quality PVC sheets can withstand water. After removing moisture and drying, this film quickly returns to normal. But fabric ceiling coverings will have to be completely replaced if there is flooding from above. The fabric absorbs dirty water and after drying becomes untidy, loses its appearance and becomes covered with ugly stains.
3. The holes are too big. When neither patches nor applications can save the situation.
4. End of service life. On average, a suspended ceiling is designed to last 10–15 years. After this time, the ceiling material gradually loses its qualities and deteriorates.

Causes of holes in suspended ceilings

Stretch ceiling ruptures appear for the following reasons:

1. Mechanical damage. Any rough touch to the decorative film can scratch, puncture or tear it. The reason is, for example, bringing long objects with sharp ends into the room (plinths, cornices, slats, etc.), children's pranks (throwing toys up, shooting with a pistol with plastic bullets, exploding firecrackers), opening champagne, moving tall furniture, etc. Very often damage occurs during repair or construction work in the area of ​​the ceiling surface. This could be installing curtain rods or installing lamps. Touching a delicate blade with a sharp edge of a tool or component is always fraught with serious consequences.

1. Flooding from neighbors above. A big plus of suspended ceilings is their ability to hold large volumes of water in case of leaks from above. This allows you to protect property and equipment in the house from damage by moisture. The canvas, which has absorbed water, takes on the appearance of an elongated pear: in such a situation, you will need to carefully drain the liquid, which often requires piercing it.

   
   Filled stretch ceiling

1. Errors when installing a wall profile. If this structural element is not fixed firmly enough, it may eventually tear off or cause tears in the fabric near the wall itself.

1. Weld rupture. The reason here is the low quality of welding at the junction of two fragments (this is usually the case in rooms of a large area or irregular shape). Also, the seam may come apart if the dimensions of the film are incorrectly calculated, which requires excessive tension during installation.

   
   Stretch ceiling seam rupture

1. Direct contact between the cornice and the canvas. Plastic or metal cornices in places where they interface with the stretch ceiling must be equipped with special soft gaskets.

1. Use of low quality materials. Because of this, the canvas may sag or stick to the ceiling.

1. High lamp power. Especially often, PVC films suffer for this reason, as they can melt from an overly powerful lamp. There are special standards that limit the distance from suspended chandeliers to suspended ceilings: it must be at least 10 cm. As for spotlights, the power of the lamps used inside should not exceed 40 W.

   
   You cannot install very powerful lighting fixtures on suspended ceilings.

1. Room temperature too low. If in a room with a PVC ceiling the air temperature drops to negative values, this will cause excessive compression of the film. This usually leads to the formation of numerous cracks and breaks.

When choosing a stretch fabric, you should take into account its “tenderness” in subsequent use. It is recommended that installation work on the installation of the structure be trusted only to professionals with a good reputation. If a defect of any kind is discovered in the tension fabric (cut, puncture), you should immediately begin to eliminate it. Otherwise, due to the strong tension of the material, the damage will gradually increase in size. Before the start of liquidation measures, it is recommended to secure the hole with tape.

Strength characteristics of different types of canvases

It is much more practical to initially take all measures to prevent damage to suspended ceilings than to heroically eliminate them later. One way is to choose the most durable material possible.

There are two types of tension fabrics:

1. Fabric. The raw materials for their production are natural or synthetic fibers with a porous surface. This allows the ceiling to “breathe”. The material copes well with temperature fluctuations, mechanical stress and can be additionally painted. This allows you to hide the joint area (if there is one) and eliminate minor damage. The disadvantages of fabric panels include their weak resistance to external pressure, weak elasticity and limited decorative equipment in terms of effects and shades. The fabric allows water to pass through, so when flooded from above, all the liquid ends up in the room.
2. PVC films. Due to their high elasticity, they cope well with increased pressure, hide the defects of the main floor well, and do not accumulate dust on their surface. They can be washed with a soft sponge without using aggressive products. The weaknesses of stretch PVC film are susceptibility to mechanical damage, sensitivity to temperature fluctuations and difficulty in repair.

We carry out the correction

There are several ways to eliminate trouble after damage to the ceiling sheet.

Method No. 1

1. We select nylon threads to match the color of the ceiling installed in the room.
2. We apply a neat, precise seam using nylon thread.

Method No. 2

1. If you have pieces of material left after installing the tension covering, use them. If not, use soft, thin plastic.
2. Decide how you want to glue the patch and what shape it will be. If the cut is located in a corner, it is better to make a shaped element and apply it in all corners of the room.
3. Glue the cut out patch using super glue. Use appliqués as patches.

How to repair a small puncture?

A small hole in a PVC ceiling can appear if you work carelessly with tools. Such damage can be repaired regardless of the material from which the coating is made.

Before starting work, it is necessary to secure the damaged area with tape. This will prevent the hole from increasing in size. If the damage is located somewhere inconspicuous, you can simply seal it with a circle cut from identical material. This will help restore the tightness of the coating. If such a patch matches the color of the ceiling, it will be invisible from a distance of more than 3 meters. If the puncture is located in a noticeable area of ​​the ceiling, then when repairing, you can simply stick a beautiful PVC applique on top of the patch. It will hide the defect and give the surface an aesthetic appearance. To make this design seem visually complete, you can add a few more similar decorative elements.

How to glue PVC applications? A special adhesive composition is suitable for this purpose. First, the surface of the film must be degreased. Construction solvents should not be used as they may damage the material. Mild detergents work well. The glue should be used in accordance with the instructions indicated on the package. As a rule, these are quick-fixing compounds that adhere to the surface within a few seconds. If the patch is installed incorrectly, the repair procedure will have to be repeated. The patch is glued directly to the ceiling covering. After setting, the adhesive layer hardens and forms a kind of reinforcing layer, which prevents further increase in the size of the damage.

Closing the cut

This aspect deserves special attention. Suppose there is a small cut on the stretch ceiling

What to do in this case? If the defect appears in a part of the ceiling located far from the edge of the wall, then you can try the following method: install a lamp or ventilation grill in place of the hole. To prevent further stretching of the PVC film, experts recommend securing a plastic ring around the hole. Its inner part must be cut out to install the lamp. This method is especially effective for minor damage.

The simplest and easiest way to hide damage is to install spotlights. This is done quite simply and does not take much time. Difficulty can only arise when laying additional wires under the covering. But even if you can’t do this, don’t despair. An unlit light fixture will still look better than a damaged ceiling.

To achieve greater persuasiveness, you can install several lamps, observing the principle of symmetry. Then they will look as if it was the designer's original idea

Here it is important to calculate and draw everything correctly

To install the lampshade you will need a simple utility knife and plastic glue. The lamps are equipped with decorative rings. The cut should be inside this element. We simply coat its outline with glue and apply it to the damaged ceiling.

The adhesive composition sets quite quickly. After just a few seconds, you can cut holes inside the ring and place the lamp there. Try not to leave excess glue on the coating. Once they dry out, they will be impossible to clean.

This is the easiest way to seal a stretch ceiling after a cut. Unfortunately, its use is justified only for small damages that fit the size of the lamps. If we are talking about a large cut, you will have to use more radical methods.

How can you seal a suspended ceiling, reliably masking a small defect?

Content

In order for suspended ceilings to serve for many years and not lose their attractiveness, it is necessary to follow the rules for their safe operation. This concerns the protection of canvases from sharp objects and high-power lighting devices, due to which the material (especially vinyl film) can be irrevocably damaged. But even in this case there is a way out. To do this, the damage should be treated to isolate it from further spreading, and the defective area should be decorated. Below in the article we will look at what you can use to seal a stretch ceiling and how to do it carefully with your own hands?

Types of damage to the ceiling sheet

Most often, a suspended ceiling receives the following defects from various unfavorable factors:

• cuts and punctures due to careless handling of sharp objects near the canvas (knives, scissors, children's toys, tall angular furniture, etc.);
• scratches and abrasions due to exposure to hard sponges and brushes, metal scrapers, abrasive detergents;
• melting or light spots on the material, which often appear due to the influence of high temperatures (from too powerful lamps);
• old or unremovable stains from complex stains.

If the damage is minor and does not threaten the loss of functionality of the entire tension structure (rupture, distortion, sagging of the canvas), then you can repair it yourself. The main thing is to use suitable materials for this. Next, we’ll look at what and how you can seal a stretch ceiling at home.

Tension fabric repair

To restore the integrity of the coating in the event of a puncture or cut, you will need special quick-drying glue and a patch. It is best to use cyanoacrylate glue as an adhesive (we recommend Cosmofen), which sets quickly and provides reliable adhesion of materials under different humidity conditions and over a wide temperature range. To make the patch, you need to take the tension material remaining after installation and cut a piece of the required size.

Repair stages:

• First, the surface should be cleaned of dust, dirt, and degreased;
• then the patch is covered with a thin layer of glue and gently pressed against the canvas;
• the glued material must be carefully smoothed, expelling all air bubbles;
• if excess glue appears, it must be removed immediately before it hardens;
• For better adhesion, the gluing area should be pressed for a few seconds.

The repaired area can be left as is if it is not very noticeable. However, if the patch spoils the overall appearance of the tension covering because it is too large, has a different color or is located in a visible place, then it is better to decorate it.

How can I seal a patch after a cut on a stretch ceiling?

There are special self-adhesive vinyl stickers that are very easy to apply to different types of stretch fabrics (film or textile). There is no need to buy additional glue for them, because the adhesive composition is applied by default to one of the sides of the product. All that needs to be done is to degrease the surface of the ceiling and carefully apply the sticker, carefully smoothing it onto the canvas until all air bubbles disappear. It's fast and convenient.

By the way, removing such a decorative patch is also not difficult. You just need to heat it up with a hairdryer, and it will peel off on its own, leaving no traces of glue on the coating.

You can purchase these vinyl stickers in the online store. We have a wide range of products. We offer you to choose stickers of different sizes, colors, shapes, with the image of a particular object. With us you are sure to find something that will harmoniously fit into your interior. The price of stickers is low and starts from only 75 rubles per piece. You can also order a custom image printed. The cost of such a service is negotiated separately in each case.

Vinyl stickers on a suspended ceiling in the interior

These products are used not only to disguise a defect in the canvas, but also to become its original decoration. Thanks to the wide variety of designs of decorative stickers, they can be used in different interiors and in different rooms. Most often they are in demand in children's rooms. Here colorful butterflies, fish, kittens and other animals, insects are pasted in the form of photographs or sketches.

Vinyl stickers in the bedroom above the bed also look unusual. To do this, it is better to choose a fancy oriental pattern or an image of a delicate flower.

A bright atmosphere and good mood will be created by rich ceiling designs in the kitchen. Here you can use fruits, berries, pastries, cakes - that is, everything related to the kitchen theme.

Now you know what you can use to seal a stretch ceiling, giving it a second life even after irreparable damage. Purchase materials for this in our online store. You can also invite a specialist from our company to eliminate a serious defect.

Ways to eliminate cuts

Repairing a cut in a stretch ceiling is not a difficult task, but it requires careful and precise movements. The method for solving the problem depends on where the cut is located: close (no further than 30 cm) from the baguette, or at a considerable distance from it.

If the cut is near a wall

1. The edge of the film, located opposite the problem area, is removed from the baguette. Next, take out another 20-25 cm of film on the left and right. They find that its edges are wound into a harpoon, a strong elastic strip that is inserted into the baguette.
2. Using a sharp knife (preferably a stationery knife), cut off the film along the lower (back) part of the harpoon. That is, they cut off his so-called “skirt”.
3. Use a smooth, flat line to cut off the area with the defect.
4. Apply glue to the harpoon and carefully, evenly glue the canvas to it. This is how cuts on suspended ceilings are sealed, where the problem area is near the baguette.
5. Next, using a regular hairdryer, heat the film, stretch it and tuck it into a baguette. To season, you will need a spatula, the blade of which will have to be made blunt and rounded.

If the cut is far from the wall

Repairing suspended ceilings after a cut away from the walls requires a piece of film similar to the one that was stretched. You will also need glue and scissors. The visual defect of the canvas can be eliminated only by applying a patch. So you have to cut and glue. There is no other way to repair suspended ceilings after a cut with your own hands.

The result of the work may not please you. But this problem can also be solved. Today there are many different, beautiful and light-weight accessories for decorating walls and ceilings on sale. One of the most popular are spectacular butterflies. You can choose one that suits your interior design and glue it to the patch.

We found out how to remove a cut on a suspended ceiling. Now you need to understand what glue to use in your work.

Types of glue for repairing suspended ceilings

Experts from manufacturers recommend focusing on the COSMOFEN or COSMOPLAST adhesive lines, and only with their help to restore a suspended ceiling, repair cuts and eliminate holes. The most suitable for these works are COSMOFEN CA 12 and COSMOPLAST 513, 500, 500L

The first (COSMOFEN) is designed for use by specialists installing plastic windows. The COSMOPLAST series allows you to choose the adhesive that is most convenient in terms of hardening time. This is a very important point, since the speed of work is different for everyone.

For those who are leisurely and focused on quality and accuracy, COSMOPLAST 500 or 500L is suitable. Their hardening time is 3 and 4-5 seconds, respectively. If the work needs to be done quickly, but with possible further adjustments, it is recommended to use COSMOPLAST 513, the setting time of which is about 15 seconds. Enough to fix something.

Craftsmen who repair stretch ceilings successfully repair cuts using inexpensive types of glue. They consider Contact to be one of the best, and recommend that beginners use it. Using this glue, it is most convenient to repair suspended ceilings with your own hands. “Contact” is absolutely transparent, it sets quickly, but there is time for adjustment.

Adhesive for suspended ceilings

Stretch ceilings have long become an attribute of a modern representative apartment. This finishing material is good: it is beautiful, durable, and easy to clean. However, it has one drawback - fragility. And often this manifests itself at the most inopportune moments. The joy of celebration accompanied by the spectacular popping of a champagne cork can be wasted due to a burst ceiling. Throwing children can have equally dire consequences.

Adhesive for suspended ceilings

With regret, looking at the tears on the film, the owners of the apartment are wondering: how to fix the suspended ceiling, what to do? The answer is simple: learn to choose glue and conscientiously eliminate defects. This is a simple process that can be learned quickly. For those who plan to install a suspended ceiling themselves, it is extremely important to know how to choose the right glue. The final result of installation and repair work largely depends on its quality.

Decorative patch on a stretch ceiling

Adhesive for suspended ceilings: types and characteristics

The craftsman needs glue from the very beginning of the stretch ceiling installation process. Installing a plastic or aluminum profile in which the canvas will be hidden ensures that all vertical pipes located in the room are bypassed. In this case, you cannot do without high-quality glue, which is used to prepare (and subsequently attach) plastic plates.

COSMOFEN

The range of COSMOFEN adhesives allows you to choose the most suitable composition for each task. Manufacturers of suspended ceilings recommend using COSMOFEN CA12. It can rightfully be called the most popular adhesive for installation and repair of PVC sheets and fabrics.

COSMOFEN CA12 contains cinacrylate, which in large doses is very dangerous to human health. Therefore, it is not considered a completely harmless glue. It is recommended to store it out of the reach of children.

The consumer can be reassured by the fact that working with this drug is carried out quickly, so there is no time to influence health. However, precautions should be taken: the glue should not get into the eyes or respiratory system.

One-component adhesive COSMOFEN CA12 has many advantages, in particular this glue:

used for gluing surfaces made of plastic, rubber, leather, fabrics, metal, glass; Characterized by rapid hardening: 5-15 seconds; After drying, it acquires high strength; Resistant to high temperatures and UV radiation.

COSMOFEN CA12 is intended for use by specialists involved in the production and installation of plastic windows. In other words, its direct function is to glue PVC. Not recommended if plasticity is required. COSMOFEN CA12 creates a monolithic, high-strength surface that does not sag when drying.

Prices for COSMOFEN CA12 glue

This feature determines the method of application to suspended ceilings: it must be applied very carefully, in a continuous thin line. The tube with the composition is equipped with a thin spout that closes tightly with a lid. This ensures ease of use and storage.

When purchasing this glue, pay attention to the release date. The fact is that the shelf life of this composition at room temperature does not exceed six months. If there is a need to extend this period by at least 2 times, the glue is stored in the refrigerator.

COSMOFEN CA 12. Technical description. Download file.

Secondary adhesive gel SomaFix

Installers of suspended ceilings have different preferences. Some people like to work with dense compositions, others prefer more fluid and plastic ones. SomaFix adhesive gel is ideal for the second group of craftsmen. It belongs to the speed dial and has its own characteristics.

SomaFix second adhesive gel

In particular, SomaFix:

Adheses immediately to all materials; Preliminary degreasing is required; When dried, it forms a durable coating, but is quite plastic.

SOMAFIX should be handled with extreme caution due to its immediate effect. When applying, every movement should be taken into account. Craftsmen know that glue will inevitably leave unsightly stains on the surface of a stretch ceiling, be it PVC or fabric.

Also be careful when opening and closing the lid. It is not recommended to apply pressure to the tube. After applying the drug, the surfaces should be pressed tightly against each other and held for several seconds.

Keep SOMAFIX out of the reach of children. In case of contact with eyes or open wounds, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Super glue "Contact"

The contact is also ideal for use with suspended ceilings. Every experienced craftsman knows how good he is at installing and repairing suspended ceilings. Beginners who do not have experience working with plastics and PVC sheets are recommended to start their professional journey with “Contact”.

Prices for Super glue “Contact”

This glue is convenient because it sets quickly, but allows 1-2 seconds to slightly adjust the position of the surfaces being glued. Its advantage is the absolute transparency of the formed foil and the reliability of the connection. The composition dries completely within 10-15 minutes after application.

Contact is based on ethyl cinacrylate and requires careful handling. It is recommended to buy an adhesive cleaner of the same brand “Contact” with this drug. Its presence will greatly facilitate the work, since suspended ceiling installers often get their hands dirty with glue, which makes it difficult to complete any task.

Line of Loctite adhesives

When working with suspended ceilings and parts, use Loctite 401. This is a universal adhesive. It can be used to reliably join a wide variety of materials. If you need a thicker compound, you may want to consider Loctite 404, which has a lower viscosity. It is designed for gluing difficult-to-glue surfaces. This includes Teflon and polypropylene. It is also excellent for bonding porous surfaces.

Loctite adhesive range

Loctite 435 is characterized by high transparency and medium viscosity. When working with stretch ceilings, it is advantageous that they are extremely resistant to moisture, are not afraid of high temperatures and vibrations, and are shock-resistant.

Prices for Loctite 435 glue

How to seal an opening in a suspended ceiling?

In this article you will find a description of all possible methods with step-by-step instructions. You can also find an article on how to dry a suspended ceiling.

Line of adhesives COSMOPLAST

COSMOPLAST is similar to COSMOFEN in its properties and characteristics. COSMOPLAST 500, 500L, 513 are suitable for repairing suspended ceilings. Depending on the desired effect, different types of adhesives are selected, since their properties after hardening are not the same.

Cosmoplast 500 and 500L form a hard, high-strength coating. Cosmoplast 513 is flexible.

There are also differences in curing time. Curing time is less than 3 seconds for Cosmoplast 500 and 4-5 seconds for Cosmoplast 500L. Cosmoplast 513 has the longest drying time - at least 15 seconds.

Prices for Cosmoplast 513 glue

Cosmoplast 500 glue

Table. Drying time for Cosmoplast adhesives.

Adhesive brand Viscosity (mPa) Drying time (s) Final curing (time and conditions)

DIY stretch ceiling repair

If there is damage to the gasket, try to repair it. The repair method depends on where the cutout or hole is located. The easiest way to fix the damage is to touch the edge of the fabric.

To do this, follow these steps:

Step 1: Remove the edge of the foil from the baguette that is close to the tear-off point. Remove 20-30 cm of foil from both sides of the defect.

Self-repair of suspended ceilings

Step 2 Using a sharp knife, cut the harpoon (the strap that is hidden in the profile when the ceiling is stretched).

Step 3 Cut off the bottom of the harpoon (its “skirt”).

Step 4 Using a sharp knife, cut the foil to create a smooth, curved line.

Step 5 Place a pin on the sails and glue the sheet to it.

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Step 6 Using a hair dryer, heat the foil, stretch it and melt it into a baguette.

The situation is much more complicated when the foil break is either close to the light source or far from the ceiling perimeter.

Decorative inserts on a stretch ceiling

In this case, you will need to put on a patch with glue and a piece of similar foil. If you are not satisfied with the result, do not despair. There are two simple options for masking a defect.

We seal the obvious deflector (small plastic grille). Those who know nothing about damage to the canvas will take its presence for granted, since ventilation of suspended ceilings in some cases is provided for by installation rules. Decoration: butterfly, dragonfly, flower. To make the ceiling more spectacular and harmonious, buy two products at once. One is glued to the chandelier, the other to the sheathing.

Repairing a stretch ceiling is impossible if the fabric is torn along the seam. In this situation, there is only one way out: dismantle the existing one and install new foil.

What types of deformation are considered a warranty case?

If damage to the ceiling film occurs due to improper work, the repair of the stretch ceiling is covered under warranty. The installer is obliged to replace the PVC sheet in the following situations:

• the butt seam between the PVC film sheets has come apart;
• the frame of the paintings began to come away from the wall;
• the film or fabric is poorly tucked into the baguette used;
• The harpoon fastening system used during installation was poorly soldered and began to come off.

All such situations are covered by warranty and are subject to free repair or replacement. But they must be specified in the contract, so carefully study the agreement before carrying out installation work.

If the panel is torn during subsequent independent repairs, removal of furniture, installation of tall cabinets, or due to the fault of neighbors who caused a flood, you will have to repair the coating yourself. Fortunately, a complete replacement of the canvas is not always necessary; in many cases, holes and cuts can be sealed unnoticed.

Fabric ceiling and its features

So what do you need to know about this? Fabric ceilings today are not as popular as vinyl coverings. There are several simple reasons for this. Firstly, fabric covering is more expensive. Depending on the type, the price of such material can be several times higher than the cost of PVC film. Secondly, if your neighbors flood you, an ugly stain will remain on the surface of the ceiling, which will be impossible to get rid of. Thirdly, the installation of such ceilings is particularly difficult. Unlike vinyl, the fabric does not expand much when heated. It will be much more difficult to stretch such a ceiling. In addition, the fabric coating cannot have a glossy sheen.

Most often, this finishing option is preferred by lovers of environmentally friendly natural materials. As for damage, one of the situations described above may well occur here. In this regard, an absolutely logical question arises: “What to glue the fabric with?”

Universal methods for repairing suspended ceilings

The simplest method, suitable for repairing both fabric and PVC sheets, is to glue some kind of applique over the damage. The use of reflective and luminous decorative stickers is very popular. They are available in a wide variety. You can also make stickers yourself from a suitable material (Oracle, etc.).

Closing a hole in a tensioner using applique

A single decor may look a little strange, so it is advisable to stick several applications on different areas of the tension surface. The result is a holistic, beautiful composition, the theme of which is selected depending on the purpose of the room.

What to do if the suspended ceiling has moved away from the wall?

This happens for several reasons. Most often this is due to poor quality of installation work. The harpoon system is more convenient to assemble, but is not strong enough, especially if the suspended ceiling has been dismantled and reassembled several times. The gap also appears as a result of shrinkage of the building or deformation of load-bearing structures (walls, partitions). If you've hired construction workers, chances are you don't have the tools needed to get the job done.

The suspended ceiling will have to be completely or partially disassembled:

1. Fully. It is planned to remove the canvas with subsequent dismantling of the profile. Sometimes it needs to be replaced.
2. Partial. It happens that you have to change the harpoon when a gap has formed due to the fact that the fastening has “come apart”.

If you assembled the structure yourself, it means that the tool is stored in your pantry, workshop, garage, closet. The technology is known, and the work is done without the involvement of specialists. When the defect is associated with negligent work of the contractor or the use of low-quality materials, re-read the contract. If the warranty period has not expired, demand that the problem be fixed free of charge.

Repair of punctured ceiling cladding made of PVC film

If the damage is not in a visible place, then on the film finish you can simply seal the hole with a circle cut out of identical material - this will prevent further enlargement of the hole and restore the tightness of the vinyl cladding. Such a patch, if it matches the color of the area being repaired, is invisible from a distance of more than three meters. If the puncture is located in a nearby area of ​​the ceiling, then when repairing by gluing over the repair patch, it is better to glue a beautiful application of PVC film, which will not only hide the defective area, but will also add an artistic touch to the finishing of the ceiling surface. Often, such a design of a repair area requires the addition of several more similar decorative elements to the suspended ceiling for visual completeness.

Glue for repairing damage in vinyl sheets is available in a wide range, since it is quite possible to repair a small hole in a stretch ceiling yourself.

Instructions for using the adhesive composition are on the packaging and must be strictly followed. These adhesives are fast-fixing materials, that is, they set within a few seconds, so if the patch is placed incorrectly on a hole or there is a delay in gluing after applying the composition, the repair procedure will have to be repeated, possibly with the production of a new patch.

The patch is glued without dismantling the shell, directly onto the installed film. After setting, the adhesive layer hardens and forms a solid reinforcing layer, preventing further increase in the size of the damage under the influence of pretension forces.

Repair of PVC stretch ceiling

Repairing holes in a suspended PVC ceiling is much more difficult due to the lower strength of the material.

It is best to invite professional craftsmen for such work, pasting a piece of tape over the damage before they arrive.

In cases where it was decided to carry out the repairs yourself, it is necessary to act depending on the size of the damage and its location.

Minor damage near the wall

In this case, the location of the defect can simply be hidden inside the static profile by additionally stretching the fabric. To do this, pull out the fixing bar (harpoon) from inside the profile using a spatula, removing the edge of the sheet next to the defect (sometimes there may be fixing wedges under the bar, which can be removed by simply pulling them down). Next, with extreme caution, cut off the strip of film with damage, trying not to snatch off too much.

Repairing minor damage to a suspended ceiling. Part 1.

If necessary, you can glue the canvas overlapping to the harpoon with colorless glue.

Applying colorless glue to a harpoon for gluing a stretch ceiling

To thread the fabric back, you need to warm it up a little with a household hairdryer: thanks to this, the material will gain the necessary elasticity for stretching. The edge of the material inserted inside the profile is secured from above with an overlay strip. If, at the end of the procedure, wrinkles appear on the decorative surface, they need to be heated with a hairdryer to completely smooth them out.

Repairing minor damage to a suspended ceiling. Part 2.

Damage far from the edge of the film

If the hole in the stretched PVC sheet is located more than 15 cm from the wall, the stretching method will not work. In order not to spend money on buying a new film, you can cover the tear area with a lamp or ventilation grill. To do this, make a neat cutout in the right place according to the size of the new element, reinforcing the edges of the cutout with a special thermal ring made of plastic (the ring will strengthen the edges of the film to prevent further deformation). The excess film inside the ring is cut off. Next is the installation of a ceiling lamp, chandelier or grille.

Closing a hole in a stretch ceiling: covering the hole with a ventilation grill

It should be said that the easiest way is with a ventilation grille, since in the case of a lamp, you need to somehow connect the wiring to the place where it is installed. It is practically impossible to do this without removing the tension film. A more favorable situation is when there are already spotlights on the ceiling, and one of them is located not far from the resulting hole. In this case, instead of completely dismantling the canvas, you can do with partial dismantling (like what was mentioned in the previous section). Having unscrewed the film from the edge closest to the damage, it is necessary to mount the platform above the hole on a rough base, and then connect the power wires from the nearest lighting fixture to it.

Rupture of the connecting seam

Defects of this kind mainly occur due to the use of low-quality film or due to errors in its welding. In any case, responsibility falls entirely on the company that installed the system. Any local repairs are impossible here: the damaged canvas will have to be replaced with a new one. In situations where the warranty period for a suspended ceiling has already expired, installing a new film will cost less than the initial installation (the frame is already there, and the rough base has been prepared in advance).

The canvas has come off the wall along with the profile

The reason for this defect is a violation of the system installation technology. All you need to do is replace the failed profile with a new one and secure it well. After this, decorative fabric is tucked inside it.

Causes of damage

The tension canvas is designed as follows - a metal frame on which the canvas is stretched. With this design, an empty layer remains between the ceiling and the fabric, due to which the fabric becomes vulnerable both from the outside and from the inside.

The material of the panel can withstand a large tensile load, but under point impacts it has low strength.

Common causes of mechanical damage to the canvas include:

• Damage caused by toys or other objects during games of little pranksters. Flying remote-controlled toys are especially dangerous.
• Touching when installing tall furniture with sharp corners.
• Large changes in air temperature in the room (relevant for film ceilings).
• Damage caused by a sharp object, such as a tool, resulting in a cut or puncture.
• Errors in the process of cutting the canvas or when installing the ceiling.

The surface can also be damaged by making a mistake when installing built-in lamps and, by careless movement, by sparks from sparklers or another source of fire. In this case, it will be easiest to seal the ceiling covering.

Causes of damage to the ceiling sheet

The fabric is strong enough to withstand tension.
Stretching, although it causes additional stress, does not threaten integrity. However, point mechanical impacts lead to the appearance of holes. The reason for repairing suspended ceilings is cuts, punctures, ruptures. The fabric is strong enough to withstand tension. Stretching, although it causes additional stress, does not threaten integrity. However, point mechanical impacts lead to the appearance of holes. The reason for repairing suspended ceilings is cuts, punctures, ruptures.

In the vast majority of cases, the problem appears as a result of:

• Careless children's games. Plastic arrows and bullets fly. Radio-controlled models, etc., rise into the air.
• Careless installation of tall furniture with sharp corners, for example, when assembling a wardrobe.
• Sudden temperature changes over a wide range. During installation, the material is heated, so the apartment is always warm. But if the house is cold and the temperature drops to a critical level, the film will not withstand the stress and will rupture.
• The presence of a defect, faulty work of the installation team, as well as inexperienced use of sharp tools, for example, a wallpaper knife, screwdriver, spatula, etc.

Most often, repair of cuts in a suspended ceiling is required in the first week after its installation.

After installation, the canvas endures enormous loads until it settles and stretches evenly across the dimensions of the room. However, there are cases when the cause of trouble is inept repair of a stretch ceiling with your own hands, when this cannot be done. For example, if the rupture occurs along a seam. You will have to resolder it completely, and this will require specialized equipment, which only the manufacturer has.

Also, you should not try to seal the tear along the wall yourself. It is better to call a team that will remove the canvas, correct the defect, and then reinstall it in the wrong place.

You may have to change the mounting profile if this is the reason. It happens that the film is overtightened or not stretched enough. This can only be revealed by a specialist or a person who has done repairs several times and knows what it should be like after installation. The latter cases are covered by warranty, and the defect can be repaired free of charge.

Rules for working with a fisherman's suit

Sooner or later, every fisherman experiences damage to his fishing suit or wading boots. Completely changing your equipment is not the best option; you should try to restore the integrity of the equipment.

Rubber suit repair:

1. You will need an old rubber boot - cut the patch to the desired size.
2. Using sandpaper, sand the area requiring repair, as well as the patch itself.
3. Degrease the patch and the damaged area of ​​the rubber suit. Gasoline, acetone, and solvent are used. It is better to work with rubber gloves, which also need to be treated.
4. Apply rubber glue to the patch and damaged area of ​​the suit. It will take 20-30 minutes for the composition to dry; the patch is not attached to the area requiring repair.
5. After the specified time, apply a second layer of glue. After which the patch is applied to the damaged area. Leave until completely set for several hours. The glue dries quickly, but the wading suit can be used within a day.

Membrane suit repair

Special compounds based on neoprene and polyurethane are used to repair overalls not only made of membrane, but also PVC. Effectively seals seams, abrasions, and holes of different diameters.

Membrane suit repair:

1. Cut a patch identical to the damaged area from nylon or other synthetic fabric.
2. Turn the product inside out. Place tape over the area with the hole.
3. Then turn it right side out and fill the hole with glue.
4. Place the prepared patch on top.
5. Wait a few hours and once again treat the front side with glue for a more durable fixation.

Wader repair

Rubber fishing pants - waders - are vulnerable to damage from branches and reeds in bodies of water, and tears often occur along the seams. For repairs, a specialized glue is used, designed to quickly restore fishing equipment.

How to seal neoprene waders:

1. Turn the suit inside out.
2. Using scissors, cut out the area around the thinning area on the overalls with a 1 cm allowance.
3. Apply the resulting part to the patch of new neoprene, circle it with an allowance of 3-5 mm. Cut the patch along the contour.
4. Put on waders and try on the workpiece, if it fits the size of the hole, begin preparing the material.
5. Treat the damaged surface with a hardener-cleaner or acetone.
6. Glue is applied to the borders of the patch and the hole. Apply end-to-end, not overlapping; the fixation time is indicated in the product instructions.
7. Additionally, the joint is stitched with nylon thread and treated along the outer and inner edges with glue.
8. Wait a day; After the glue has dried, turn out the wading pants and check the quality of the repair. The neoprene should lie flat on the front side.

Popular brands of products for repairing waders are Aquasure, Stormsure, Technisib. Designed for express repairs, they restore the product's tightness and elasticity. Designed for repairing overalls made of neoprene, fiberglass, rubber and soft PVC.

Seam repair:

1. Treat the material with solvent.
2. Apply specialized glue along the seam with a thickness of 1 mm.
3. Work the joints with a brush so that the fixing compound covers the seam by 3-5 mm.
4. Treat the seams on the inside in the same way. By analogy, areas with abrasions are restored.
5. Leave to dry for a day.

Repair of fabric stretch ceiling

Methods for repairing fabric directly depend on the nature of the damage:

• Small hole, puncture. Repairing seamless fabric surfaces is much easier than PVC films. For example, a small hole can simply be sewn up using a strong nylon thread and a thick needle. The darning area is subsequently masked using paint that best matches the color of the main surface of the ceiling. Acrylic paint is most suitable for this.

  
  Repairing a small hole on a fabric stretch ceiling using a needle and nylon thread

• Small cut. You can disguise such damage by carefully gluing both halves of the cut using tape or adhesive tape on the back side of the canvas. If everything is done correctly, the cut will be practically invisible.

• Major damage. If the hole in the fabric ceiling is such a size that it cannot be sewn up neatly, you should apply a patch. The ideal option is to use the same material as on the ceiling (it is for this reason that scraps of fabric that remain after installation are not recommended to be thrown away). If it was not possible to find an identical fabric, you need to take the most suitable option, subsequently touching up the repair area. The patch is cut so that it covers the dimensions of the damage along all edges with a margin of approximately 5 mm.

  
  Applying a patch to a fabric stretch ceiling: the patch is cut out (2), transparent glue is applied to it (3), the patch is glued and carefully smoothed (4).

It is best to fix the patch over the hole with transparent adhesives (for example, super glue): when dry, they retain elasticity, which makes it possible to avoid deformation of the fabric. Rubber-based adhesives have also worked well. After gluing, the strip of fabric must be carefully smoothed out, otherwise it will wrinkle in the future. In this case, excessive pressure should be avoided so that the ceiling does not deform.

Repairing a puncture in a fabric ceiling

What's special? Fabric stretch ceilings have a polyester base, which ensures localization of minor damage and facilitates subsequent repairs. If the puncture did not damage the canvas, you can simply fill the resulting hole with sealant.

If the base is damaged, the fabric should be sewn up using synthetic threads selected in thickness and color. For white fabrics, white nylon thread is best suited. If the damage is located in a visible place, you can completely paint the coating. You can also disguise the repaired area by applying an applique or artistic design to it.

Causes of damage to stretch ceilings

A stretch ceiling is a suspended structure with a film stretched over it. This material visually seems durable and strong. However, this is a misleading impression. The film must be handled carefully and carefully. But only installers who work with this material every day know about this. Consumers do not attach due importance to the rules for operating a stretch ceiling.

The most common causes of film damage:

• formation of stretch marks and holes during moving, removing, assembling furniture;
• cuts and holes during the installation of interior and entrance doors, installation of slopes and platbands;
• release of film from the baguette due to careless replacement of lighting fixtures or other actions;
• stretching of the film and its release from the baguette during flooding from above;
• cuts and punctures of the canvas due to too active children's games with throwing sharp-angled objects.

It is important for owners of suspended ceilings to know what actions can lead to damage to the film. But you can’t foresee everything

In most cases, one or another problem with thin film cannot be avoided. And this is where knowledge on how to repair a suspended ceiling will come in handy.

Types of damage and ways to eliminate them

In order to more fully understand the scale, labor intensity and financial cost of the upcoming work, we will consider how to repair suspended ceilings in each specific situation. There are several problems that require attention:

• a cut;
• hole;
• exit from a baguette or other fastening;
• melting or burning;
• stretching;
• puncture.

The suspended ceiling, which is to be repaired, must be prepared accordingly. If the cut is repaired, the edges of the fabric are stretched and glued. If it's a hole, it will require some creativity, which often involves trimming the film. Each type of action will require its own materials and tools.

Vinyl ceilings

Small cut on glossy vinyl ceiling

Unlike fabric, you won’t be able to sew vinyl up with thread; harsh thread will only tear the material even more, and the situation will only get worse.

But don’t despair, there are several ways here too. And before moving on to a detailed description, we suggest you watch the video of how to seal a suspended ceiling. Of course, situations are different, as are the nature of the damage, so you need to start restoration work by determining the nature of the damage.

One of the simplest cases is a cut close to the wall. This is the easiest way to deal with it, and as a result, there will be no trace of intervention left on the ceiling. As you know, vinyl is a very elastic material that can be pulled for a very long time without fear of tearing. This is precisely what this restoration method is based on.

To begin with, you need to disconnect the canvas from the clamps along the entire length of the wall near which the damage has occurred, and cut off a strip of the canvas.

We cut an even strip from the damaged edge and tuck the canvas back into the holders

Important! The width of the cut strip should not exceed 15 centimeters, otherwise the fabric may simply tear. If your cut is located further from the wall, then it is better to look for another repair method

Now you need to warm up the canvas again, as was done at the time of tension. Any gas gun is suitable for this. or a household heater with a fan, the main thing is that its temperature is not so high as to melt the fabric.

When the vinyl has become soft and elastic, we tuck its edge into the holders and securely fix it. Everything is ready, when the ceiling cools down, the vinyl will stretch again and take the shape of a smooth and even surface.

The cut is far from the wall

Small cut away from the wall

As you know, vinyl cannot be painted, so the question of how to seal stretch ceilings is not relevant in itself. It won’t be possible to sew it up, which means all that remains is to decorate it.

In this situation, the simplest and easiest way is to install additional lamps. This is quite easy to do, and the whole process will not take much time. The difficulty will arise with running additional wires under the surface of the ceiling, but even if this is impossible, an unlit lamp looks much better than a cut in the middle of the room.

To make it more convincing that this is not a restoration, but the original idea of ​​the designer, the lamps can be installed observing the rules of symmetry. The main thing is to calculate and draw everything correctly.

To install the lampshade, you will need plastic glue and a simple stationery knife. All lamps are equipped with decorative rings, inside of which our cut should be. Therefore, we simply coat the outline of the ring with glue and apply it to the canvas.

The glue sets quite quickly, so after a few seconds all that remains is to cut a hole inside the ring and place the lamp in its place.

Important! Be very careful with the glue, as the squeezed out excess will dry on the canvas and it will be impossible to remove it. This is the easiest way to seal a suspended ceiling, but, unfortunately, it is only relevant for minor damage, which is limited by the size of the lighting fixtures

If the cut turns out to be larger, then you will have to try a more drastic method.

This is the easiest way to seal a suspended ceiling, but, unfortunately, it is only relevant for minor damage, which is limited by the size of the lighting fixtures. If the cut turns out to be larger, then you will have to try a more drastic method.

Decorating large damage

Flower applique covering damage to the ceiling

Unfortunately, large damage to the vinyl canvas cannot be repaired, and if you do not have the time, energy or finances to completely replace the ceiling, then there is only one way left - decorative applique.

A variety of thematic designs on vinyl today can be found in most construction stores, and in extreme cases, it is possible to order them from design studios. The applique will cover the damage, but before that it needs to be repaired, and for this we will need plastic glue and a simple stationery stapler.

We fasten the edges of the cut with paper clips and coat them with glue for reliability. The damage has been repaired, but it looks unpresentable, so all that remains is to choose a suitable design and simply glue it on top of the canvas using regular plastic glue.

That's all, this is where the methods for repairing suspended ceilings end, so just be careful with them and replace the entire canvas as soon as possible.

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Ways to decorate a damaged area

Sometimes it is possible not to repair, but to disguise the location of the defect. This only applies to a ceiling that is torn or cut in a place where you can hide the defect or install a lamp, applique or ventilation grill in this place. In this case, you don’t even have to use a hair dryer for repairs, because after decorating the surface will not sag or deform.

But if installing a lamp or grille is considered a more radical method, then various decorative techniques make it possible to hide defects without interfering with the ceiling structures.

There are the following ways to decorate a cut section of a stretch ceiling:

1. If the defect is located near the base of the chandelier, this area can be hidden behind ceiling molding or another base under a hanging lighting fixture. Just do not use stucco molding made from heavy materials; it is better to give preference to lightweight foam elements.
2. Coloring is also considered a decorative technique. But this method is only suitable for suspended ceilings made of polyester fabric. It is prohibited to paint PVC film.
3. Small holes can be sealed with an application of colored film. A scattering of butterflies or flowers on the ceiling will not only hide the defect, but will also give the entire ceiling surface originality.

There are different ways to repair cut stretch ceilings. Depending on the size of the defect, its location and the coating material, a decision is made to choose one or another repair method or to completely replace the ceiling finish.

Methods for repairing a puncture or cut

First of all, seal the hole with masking tape. Further actions depend on the location and size of the damage. Let's take a closer look at what to do in different situations.

Gluing the patch

The method is suitable for minor cuts or scrapes. For this, a piece of fabric or film left after installation will be useful. There are two variations of this repair method. The easiest way is to glue the patch directly over the puncture. To repair a cut on a torn stretch ceiling, proceed as follows:

1. Cut out a piece of the desired size and shape from the canvas (so that the hole is covered with a margin).
2. Spread with Cosmofen glue.
3. Apply to the ceiling and smooth out.

In this case, the patch will be noticeable. If the type of fastening allows it, it is better to partially remove the canvas and glue the patch on the inside, and then tuck the harpoon back into the baguette.

Decorating with a sticker

If you can’t hide the patch, a good solution would be to turn it into a decorative element. The room will look unusual and interesting.

The method is suitable for:

• panels that cannot be re-installed (with glazing bead or cam fastening);
• medium sized holes (5-10 cm).

Suitable reusable stickers for interiors, which are sold in large home improvement or construction stores. The topics are very diverse: flowers, insects, animals, travel, landscapes, etc.

To repair a hole in a suspended ceiling, you need:

1. Carefully remove the self-adhesive application from the white backing.
2. Place it on one edge of the ceiling near the cut.
3. Using careful movements, straighten the image, slowly gluing it to the surface.

It is necessary to ensure that there are no air bubbles. If this happens, the patch is partially peeled off and smoothed out again. You can pierce the tubercle with a needle, but very carefully so as not to touch the canvas.

Advice! To make the interior look more harmonious and complete, place several images in different places.

If the cut is located near the chandelier, there is another option. You can install a decorative rosette. For a stretch ceiling, choose a lightweight foam product.

Ventilation grill installation

As a rule, a diffuser is installed if a puncture or cut occurs in a corner. The size of the element is selected so that it is larger than the defect.

Repair of a stretch ceiling occurs as follows:

1. A plastic ring is glued to the canvas (the damage should be inside).
2. If necessary, the PVC film is additionally trimmed.
3. Insert the grate.

This method is suitable for all materials and types of fastening. The diffuser will provide additional air circulation. In addition to cuts, problems such as film sticking or sagging are eliminated.

Installation of spotlight

The option is similar to the previous one, but more complex in execution. Suitable only for ceilings with a harpoon fastening system, since you will have to partially remove the canvas. Additionally, electrical skills will be required.

Installation is carried out as follows:

1. From the side of the cut, part of the canvas is dismantled.
2. A mortgage is screwed to the rough ceiling in the place where the lamp will be located.
3. Lay electrical wiring and connect to the network.
4. Reinstall the canvas.
5. Glue the thermal ring, cut out the film and take out the cable.
6. Connect the lamp and insert it into the hole.

Peculiarities! You don’t have to limit yourself to one light bulb; you can arrange them in a group: a straight or curved line, in the form of a geometric figure, etc. Such lighting helps to highlight a certain area.

Complete removal of a cut near a wall

This method is also used only for film ceilings with a harpoon connection. There is one more limitation - the distance from the hole to the wall should be no more than 15 cm.

The ceiling is repaired as follows:

1. Partially pull the harpoon out of the baguette at the cut site.
2. Cut off the damaged area.
3. Re-glue the edge to the canvas in small steps of 2-3 cm.
4. This section of the film is heated and secured in the profile.

It's okay that the canvas will have to be shortened a little. Vinyl film stretches well; with careful work, after restoration the surface will look like new.