Installation of stretch ceiling

Which rail for suspended ceiling?

The rails must be the same size as the posts (R48 rails for M48 posts, R70 rails for M70 posts...). The rails are fixed to the masonry walls every 60 cm.

How to make a suspended ceiling on the track? Place the tracks on the first 2 walls

• Place the first rail on one of the tracks.
• Drill holes in the wall through the rail every 60 cm.
• Fix the rail in the wall with hammer anchors: ...
• If necessary, cut the rail to complete the installation line: ...
• In the same way, place the rails on the opposite wall.

What is the maximum length for a suspended ceiling?

The span of the self-supporting ceiling on Stil® columns is limited to 4.35 m with back-to-back M100 columns. The installation of an intermediate hanger would allow the use of doubled M48 columns spaced at 0.50 m in combination with MD Stil® hangers. The span of this assembly is 2.50 m.

What length for a self-supporting ceiling?

Self-supporting false ceiling	Suspended ceiling with hangers
Easy to implement	A solution that adapts to all room sizes (self-supporting limit 3.90 m) *

How far apart are the ceiling tracks?

The minimum distance between the profiles of 30 cm must be observed.

Which fur for ceiling ?

SEMIN type 47 hangers are used for mounting gypsum board ceilings on metal frames. The proposed lines meet the applicable standards and are available in different sizes. These lines are suitable for the 47 fittings on the market (certification).

How to calculate the number of furs for a ceiling?

For example, for a 10 m² ceiling, here are the calculations: 3 ml of fur x 10 = 30 ml of fur.

What space between the furs?

The space between two gratings should not exceed 60 cm, and the connection between the two slats should be outside the gratings. If the room is not at right angles, leave a space of at least 50 cm between the wall and the slab.

Which frame for a self-supporting ceiling?

A self-supporting ceiling is made up of a framework of profiles, generally metal, arranged in parallel and fixed at each end to a perimeter frame. This wall-to-wall installation saves time by avoiding the tedious work of fixing the hangers that characterize the suspended structure.

What type of ceiling track for plasterboard?

and which rail for the plasterboard? Rails are U-shaped metal profiles that must be attached to the floor and ceiling. Among the most commonly used rails: "R48" and "R70" with a width of 48 mm and 70 mm respectively, which are connected to posts of the same width.

How far apart are the ceiling tracks?

The minimum distance between the profiles of 30 cm must be observed.

What is the minimum thickness for a false ceiling?

this height is at least 6 cm and up to 30 cm (in this case the insulation is of considerable thickness), transfer this distance on the walls, draw a reference line.

How thick is the suspended ceiling? The thickness of the panels can vary considerably, as can their width. The standard size is 13 mm for 2.5 m high and 1.2 m wide. Other possible sizes: 6, 10, 15, 18, 20, 25 mm thick.

What is the minimum height for a ceiling?

Criteria of a decent dwelling However, a dwelling is considered decent if it has at least one main room with a living area of at least 9 square meters and a ceiling height of at least 2.20 meters, that is to say a living volume of at least 20 cubic meters.

What is the living height?

Conclusion: In order for your property to be considered habitable, the ceiling height must be at least 1.80 meters, which allows the dwelling to be considered suitable.

How to make the ceiling look higher?

Paint the moldings. Paint the battens around the ceiling the same color as the walls to make the ceiling appear a few inches higher. If the ceiling and wall colors are very different, choose a tone in between for the X-shaped slats. Research Source.

What kind of ceiling plate for false ceiling ?

Drywall (plasterboard®) BA13 is certainly the best known material for finishing and creating partitions. But in addition to being able to be mounted vertically, it is also widely used to cover and design suspended ceilings.

Which ceiling panels?

Choose 4xABA gypsum board In the case of a ceiling, several panels are usually installed one after the other. The 4xABA board also provides a clean finish for butt joints. However, be sure to provide alternate butt joints above 25 cm.

What thickness of plasterboard for ceiling?

Different types of plasterboard Ceiling plasterboard has a plaster thickness of 13mm. The standard sizes are: 250 cm × 60 cm (from 6 € per m²), 250 cm × 120 cm (from 9 € per m²).

How thick is a ceiling?

Insulation	Thickness
Polyurethane	Between 7cm and 15cm
Polystyrene	Between 10 cm and 18 cm
Jam	From 12 cm to 20 cm
mineral wool	Between 11 cm and 18 cm

Which insulation for a ceiling?

Depending on your budget and type of ceiling, you can target your choice of hemp wool, glass wool or mineral wool. An alternative is expanded cork, duck feathers, sheep wool, wood fiber, extruded polystyrene (EPS) or expanded polystyrene (XPS).

What is the minimum height for false ceiling?

Installation of the suspended ceiling in stages is a minimum height of 6 cm and up to 30 cm (in this case, the insulation is a considerable thickness), this distance should be transferred to the walls, draw a reference line.

How do you standardize paint?

After removing the old paint or wallpaper, fill in any flaws and cracks, and sand it down with a very fine 100/120 grit. Next, a primer is applied, which will unify the painted surface and ensure better adhesion to the paint.

How to unify the wall? Rough fillers have a high filling power, which allows them to restore a flawless appearance to substrates that do not have optimal planimetry. The new P'G coarse paste filler smoothes and levels out damaged substrates.

How do I make up for a bad painting?

If the paint has not dried, simply smooth it out with a spatula to fix the problem. Otherwise, scrape off the wet areas, then sand the wall to smooth it out with sandpaper. Then remove any dust spots with a brush and repaint the wall.

How do I fix torn paint?

Repairing chipped paint: Apply a light coat and allow to dry. Sand the area to even out the thickness of the paint and provide a smooth surface. Wipe off dust with a damp cloth. Apply thinned paint (or primer) followed by the final coat of paint.

Why do I have roller marks?

Roller marks are often the result of a lack of paint in the tool. Also, the rate at which you roll can have an impact. To save time, there is a tendency to roll walls quickly. This is a mistake to avoid, even if you think you are being efficient.

How do I fix paint roller marks?

How do I remove traces of weathering and paint with a roller? To reduce the traces of regeneration, sand the surface with a spatula for small traces or with sandpaper for larger defects. Be careful to select the grain according to the defect to correct.

How to catch a paint roller?

While painting, sometimes you forget the roller in the corner and the next day the other hardens. To recover it easily, just heat a little vinegar and cut it into a bun. This way the paint will soften and we can continue working.

Why do I have roller marks?

Roller marks are often the result of a lack of paint in the tool. Also, the rate at which you roll can have an impact. To save time, there is a tendency to roll walls quickly. This is a mistake to avoid, even if you think you are being efficient.

What order to paint in?

5. Paint your room in a certain order. The rule of thumb is to always paint from top to bottom to avoid splattering on previously painted surfaces. Start with the ceiling, then the walls, windows, doors and finish with the baseboards.

Which wall to paint first?

Paint the darkest wall first: if you haven't chosen the same color for all the walls in the room, finish the darkest wall so that the darker paint covers the corners of the darker paint.

When to apply primer?

When to use a foundation? When the substrate is new and has never been treated, it is necessary to apply a primer. If you have repaired cracks, holes or gaps with a putty knife, be sure to apply a primer to the filled pieces before painting.

How to hide holes in the ceiling?

Place the slice on the cardboard when it has the consistency of thick cream. Shape it into a fairly thick sausage or pancake, trying to roughly recreate the shape and dimensions of the opening. Then flatten the cardboard and plaster on the ceiling where the opening will be.

How to hang a heavy chandelier from the ceiling? How to hold a heavy chandelier? If the chandelier weighs less than 3 kilograms, pegs are enough to fix it. If the chandelier weighs more than 3 kilograms, it should be fixed on the rails provided for this purpose.

How to plug the dowel holes?

If you want to fill in the dowel holes, first remove the dowel with a screwdriver and vacuum the inside of the hole to remove any debris. Use a scraper to clean around the hole. If broken, scrape away any damaged parts that may fall out. Vacuum.

How do I fill in holes?

Using the spatula, apply a little filler to the hole, making sure to fill it. Don't hesitate to make a few strokes with a knife to remove the excess filler. It is important that it be flush with the opening. Allow to dry for at least two hours, then sand the dry filler (240 grit sandpaper).

How to fill holes without repainting?

Toothpaste to fill a small hole Use white toothpaste to fill holes left by the nail. Apply a thin layer of paste on the hole and smooth it with your finger. Let it dry!

Which ceiling covering?

Ceiling covering. Different materials are used to cover the ceiling, from boards, tiles and panels to PVC, wood or metal panels. After the finishes have been treated with a coating, we can then apply paint, paper, plaster or fabric.

What is the damaged ceiling covering? To remedy this quickly without damaging everything, if your ceiling is sound, you can use a stretch ceiling solution: this is a suspended ceiling made of textile covering, also called PVC stretch ceiling. Unlike a suspended ceiling, this one is mounted on the walls.

How to cover a damaged ceiling?

Polystyrene sheets and strips for small budgets Another solution for masking an irregular or damaged ceiling are polystyrene sheets or boards, plasters or coatings of various sizes and design aspects. Easy to assemble, they are very inexpensive.

How to hide the defects of a ceiling?

Ceiling defects can be hidden by installing drywall. They consist of thick plaster placed between 2 sheets of cardboard. The boards can be nailed or screwed directly to the ceiling. In addition, the boards can also be attached to the suspended ceiling structure.

How to renovate cracked ceiling?

To fill the crack, choose a high quality filler. Apply the right amount to the spatula and then seal the crack. Make sure the space is full of plaster, so don't hesitate to "plug" it. If there is still air in the crack, it will reappear soon after the work is done.

Which rail for self-supporting ceiling?

The rails must be the same size as the posts (R48 rails for M48 posts, R70 rails for M70 posts...). The rails are fixed to the masonry walls every 60 cm. When fixing to PREGYMETAL walls, the rails must be fixed to all the vertical posts of the walls.

What is the maximum length of a self-supporting ceiling? The span of a self-supporting ceiling on Stil® columns is limited to 4.35 m with M100 columns doubled back to back. The installation of an intermediate hanger would allow the use of doubled M48 columns spaced at 0.50 m in combination with MD Stil® hangers.

How much weight can a self-supporting ceiling support?

The permissible weight of the ceiling can be up to 15 kg if you attach your item to wooden slats or a metal rail. Here it is necessary to prefer expanding metal pins.

What weight can a BA13 ceiling support?

If your drywall has a higher mechanical resistance, such as Placo Impact Activ'air® BA13, the load can go up to 40 kg.

Which frame for a self-supporting ceiling?

A self-supporting ceiling is made up of a framework of profiles, generally metal, arranged in parallel and fixed at each end to a perimeter frame. This wall-to-wall installation saves time by avoiding the tedious work of fixing the hangers that characterize the suspended structure.

Which frame for a self-supporting ceiling?

A self-supporting ceiling is made up of a framework of profiles, generally metal, arranged in parallel and fixed at each end to a perimeter frame. This wall-to-wall installation saves time by avoiding the tedious work of fixing the hangers that characterize the suspended structure.

How far apart are the ceiling tracks?

The minimum distance between the profiles of 30 cm must be observed.

What is the maximum distance for a self-supporting ceiling?

The span of the self-supporting ceiling on Stil® columns is limited to 4.35 m with back-to-back M100 columns. The installation of an intermediate hanger would allow the use of doubled M48 columns spaced at 0.50 m in combination with MD Stil® hangers. The span of this assembly is 2.50 m.

Which rail to use for plasterboard ceiling ?

and which rail for the plasterboard? Rails are U-shaped metal profiles that must be attached to the floor and ceiling. Among the most commonly used rails: "R48" and "R70" with a width of 48 mm and 70 mm respectively, which are connected to posts of the same width.

How to make a plasterboard ceiling ?

Start by mounting the first board against the wall in the abutment. Screw it to the corners every 30 cm. Place the next boards by screwing them onto the 5 rails, crossing them at the same 30 cm distance.

Which fur for the ceiling?

SEMIN type 47 hangers are used for mounting gypsum board ceilings on metal frames. The proposed lines meet the applicable standards and are available in different sizes. These lines are suitable for the 47 fittings on the market (certification).