They are extremely popular todaysuspended ceilings made of various materials. Such structures can be mounted from plasterboard, plastic, PVC film. Such a design will hide any unevenness and is quite simple to implement. In order to illuminate the premises, various lighting fixtures are also used. If in the past the ceiling was decorated only with a chandelier, today a spotlight is more common. Such lamps can be distributed over the entire area. In addition, they take part in zoning the room and perform this function perfectly.
Spotlighting of the ceiling is usually used inas background lighting for the room. Backlighting with such elements can be done independently, the main thing is to follow certain rules and take into account the features. Depending on the material from which the ceiling is made, the features of its installation also differ.
The main characteristics of the design of point lighting elements
The device of a spot light.Spot lighting is a small lighting device that is installed in a suspended structure. As a result, the devices will be flush with the surface. They are small in size, so in order to fully illuminate the room, you need to use several elements. It is very important to place them over the entire area. The structure of the lamps, which are designed for installation in plasterboard sheets, has special spring fasteners. Such a fastener is inserted into a specially prepared hole and straightened in it. With its help, they are very securely held on the plasterboard sheet. In order to close the gap between the hole and the base, a special decorative overlay is made on the outside. It can have a different shape, color, size, so it will not be difficult to choose the one that will best suit the interior of the room. Return to the table of contents</a>
Basic recommendations for the location of lamps
Options for the placement of spotlights.Almost all spot lighting has a small lighting sector, which does not exceed 30°. Therefore, it is necessary to arrange the lamps in a row, while maintaining a certain distance between them.
In order to illuminate the room as much as possibleevenly, it is recommended to arrange the spotlights in a checkerboard pattern. Such ceiling lighting can also be installed on plasterboard wall elements, furniture and other decorative elements. Return to contents</a>
The main varieties of spotlights
At the planning stage, it is worth considering whatthe devices will be used for lighting. In order to choose the most suitable option, it is worth considering certain factors. Depending on the type of design of the device, they can be divided into two types - rotary and non-rotating. Non-rotating lamps have a very simple system.
Types of spotlights.In this case, they are installed in one position, and the light flow is always directed in one direction, and it is impossible to direct it in the other direction. Rotating devices have a more complex shape, which entails a more labor-intensive process of installing such a lamp in a plasterboard ceiling. The advantage of such a lamp is the ability to direct the light flow in the required direction. The following types of lamps can be used as a light source:
- ordinary incandescent lamp;
- halogen species;
- luminescent;
- LED options.
It will depend on which light source is chosenthe amount of energy consumed, the radiation spectrum, size and parameters depend on it. In order to install a conventional incandescent lamp, you need to use a backlight, the height of which is 12 cm. Therefore, you need to think in advance about the height to which the plasterboard base will be lowered. As for LED and fluorescent options, for their installation the level needs to be lowered by only 6 cm. It is worth noting right away that the cost of such lamps will be significantly higher. Each variety is presented by a huge model range, which gives each buyer the opportunity to purchase the necessary option. Before buying, it is important to study all the intricacies of the presented model and only then make the final choice. Return to contents</a>
Ceiling lighting: planning stage and preparatory work
Two-level ceiling with spotlightsaround the perimeter of the room. Once the lighting fixtures have been selected, you can begin installing them. If you are creating the ceiling lighting yourself, you should start doing it at the stage of installing the metal profile frame. This advantage makes it possible to lay out the wiring and place the lamps in the necessary places. During planning, you should do the following work:
- on the basis of the ceiling, make a layout in which the light sources will be installed;
- all lighting devices must be located at a distance of 25-30 cm from the metal profile;
- it is very important to take into account the ceiling levels and perform the layout of different levels of the false ceiling.
At the planning stage, it is very important to take into accountsuch lighting fixtures as ceiling lights, wall lights and sconces. If a pendant light is installed in the center of the ceiling, spotlights can be located around the perimeter of the room or in separate areas. Return to contents</a>
Wiring: Recommendations
Wiring diagram for suspended ceilings andinstallation of a spotlight. At the stage of installing the frame for the suspended ceiling, it is worth making markings along which the wiring will be laid. On such markings, it is very important to make notes on where the backlight, switches, and chandelier will be located. If there will be elements with backlighting on the wall, markings must be made for it as well. Various wires can be used for wiring. When choosing a wire, it is worth considering some aspects. For a reliable connection to the lamps, it is recommended to use a soft multi-core wire. To perform all the wiring, it is worth using a hard or soft VVG or SHVVP wire - 3x1.5. The second option will be advisable to use if terminal blocks are used to connect the lamps. Corrugated plastic pipes must be used for wiring. Such insulation will prevent various mechanical damage. The corrugated pipe will prevent moisture from getting on the wiring. To prevent the electrical wiring from dangling under the frame, it can be attached to the metal profiles with special plastic clamps. Return to contents</a>
Executing a hole for lighting installation
Scheme of the hole for spotlights.In order to install a spotlight in a plasterboard sheet, it is necessary to make holes of the appropriate diameter. In order to make holes of the correct diameter, it is worth studying the information on the packaging of the lamp. Often, manufacturers indicate what diameter to make. It is also recommended to check the dimensions yourself. Most often, holes are made with a diameter of 60-75 mm. To make such a hole, you need to use a drill with a special attachment - a crown. Such work should be carried out on unfastened sheets, but you can also do the work on a finished structure. After all the holes are made and the wiring is done, you can proceed to finishing work. Such work includes plastering, sanding and painting. Spotlights are installed after the ceiling is completely ready. The frame of the spotlight is installed in the hole first. After it is fixed, you can begin installing the selected light source. The bulb is connected to the socket, and finally the decorative cover is put on. After installing all the elements, you can check the functionality of the entire system. It is recommended to check the wiring system before it is covered with plasterboard. To do this, you need to install light bulbs in all sockets. If the system does not work, you can fix everything.
