Yellow discoloration on the stretch ceiling due to water. How to clean a suspended ceiling. How to understand what to do in a particular case

Stains on stretch ceilings are a problem that many people face. Before you figure out how to deal with this negative phenomenon, it is important to understand where such spots come from.

Causes of pollution

For residents of the top floors, the appearance of stains is, unfortunately, a more frequent occurrence. The cause may be a leaking roof. Water that seeps through the concrete floor provokes the formation of oily stains and even rust on the surface of the stretch ceiling.

Those whose apartments are not on the upper floors are luckier. True, they are always at risk of flooding and then stains on the ceiling may appear as a result of a banal flood among the neighbors above.

Another common cause of contamination is pipeline leakage. This phenomenon is accompanied by rusty streaks. If you notice that white spots have appeared on the surface of the tension structure (especially in the bathroom), then the problem is poor ventilation. Such marks appear as a result of regular evaporation of moisture. These are essentially dissolved alkalis and salt. They form a kind of coating on the tension fabric.

Household carelessness or addiction to smoking indoors also leads to stains, splashes and visible marks on the ceiling.

Getting rid of dirt on PVC ceilings

Has a stain appeared on the stretch ceiling as a result of careless handling of household chemicals? A simple soft cloth and warm soapy water will help you deal with this problem. The use of powdered cleaning agents is prohibited as they may damage the surface of the tensile structure. Grease stains can be removed well with dishwashing detergents.

Dried food residues can be easily removed from a polyvinyl chloride stretch ceiling after they have been wetted. Traces of cosmetic products can be wiped off with ammonia. Whatever product you use, after removing stains, the surface of the stretch ceiling must be wiped dry with a paper napkin.

Getting rid of dirt on a fabric ceiling

In this case, removing contamination will be much more difficult than in the case of PVC film. You can try to wipe off rusty and other stains on a stretch fabric ceiling using oily clay. If you don't have it on hand, replace it with a solution of soda ash. Apply one of the suggested products, wait until it dries completely, then rinse with water (preferably warm).

If such manipulations remain unsuccessful, try painting the fabric tension system with water-based emulsion (partially or completely).

A stain has appeared on your immaculate stretch ceiling. What to do? Is it possible to remove it? How to restore the original purity of film or fabric? Mos Siling consultants regularly provide answers to these questions. Here we have collected answers from professionals.

How the ceiling gets dirty

The ceiling is not the floor where everything falls, and not the walls, which everyone, especially children, strive to get dirty with dirty fingers or paint, so it rarely gets dirty. In order to know how to remove stains on a stretch ceiling, you need to find out the reason for their appearance.

How to remove rust stains on a suspended ceiling

Let's go in the same sequence and look at how the tension fabric is cleaned in each case. Let's start with the most difficult part - internal rust stains. If you installed the suspended ceiling yourself and using a harpoon, the situation can be resolved on your own.

If the ceiling is installed by Mos Siling company craftsmen, you need to call a repair team. But first of all, find the cause of the flooding and correct the situation - get the roof repaired, rusty risers replaced, or the neighbors' floors repaired.

To clean the ceiling, you need to dismantle the film or part of it, carefully remove the debris and wash the canvas with warm water (you can add a little soap-containing substance to it). Then wipe the membrane dry.

You should also be sure to dry the base ceiling. If holes appear on it, seal them, and then treat the ceiling with an antifungal primer. After which the film ceiling is mounted in place.

Rust stains on a stretch fabric ceiling are not so easy to remove; rust penetrates the fabric through and through and can remain in the pores. The textile ceiling cannot be dismantled, so it can only be cleaned from the outside with a damp sponge, soft-lint brush or cloth.

You can save it using a five percent soda solution or clay. These compounds are applied to the stains, left until completely dry, then everything is washed off with non-hot water.

If all the dirt does not disappear the first time, repeat the procedure. If the rust cannot be removed, the fabric ceiling can be painted. For this, water-based paints, a roller and a brush are used. A positive fact is that fabric can be dyed repeatedly, even up to ten times.

How to remove grease and soot stains from a suspended ceiling

If in the previous case soap can be added, then in this case it is simply necessary. Greasy dirt and oily soot are washed off only with soap foam. There are special products for cleaning different types of tension materials, but you can also use household chemicals.

Suitable for all types of laundry soap, liquid soap and simple soap, detergent compositions and for washing dishes (except for abrasive ones containing solvents and bleaches). The soapy substance must be completely dissolved in not very hot water, and the ceiling must be washed with foam.

After cleaning, wipe the fabric dry. Drops of juice and other food liquids are removed in a similar way. If there are dried pieces of food on the canvas, do not rub. Wet them and give them time to become limp, then they will easily come off.

How to clean paint stains on a suspended ceiling

When making wall repairs, if possible, protect the edges of the ceiling with paper masking tape to avoid staining it with glue or paint. If something does drop onto the film, wipe it off immediately with a damp or dry cloth.

If the stain still has time to dry, do not use solvents under any circumstances. You can use ammonia, but not in its pure form, but as part of a window and mirror cleaner or diluted with warm water in a ratio of one to ten. Such liquids restore the shine of varnish paintings. Therefore, glossy ceilings must be treated with them at the end of cleaning.

In conclusion - about getting rid of dust

Construction dust can penetrate and settle everywhere, even on an antistatic stretch ceiling. Fabric sheets can be vacuumed with long-bristled brushes. In order not to damage the film material, take an almost lint-free nozzle and process the ceiling, moving it nearby without touching.

How to clean a stretch ceiling from stains so that it becomes a perfectly even color? Methods proven by many housewives will help.

What causes spots?

The first thing to do when planning to clean the ceiling of dirt is to determine why it appeared. Knowing the reason for the appearance of unsightly stains or frankly bright spots, you can choose the right cleanser.

Yellow spots may appear for the following reasons:

• High humidity leads not only to yellowing of drywall or tension material, but also to the appearance of fungus. There may be a leak in the ceiling, or the neighbors above may simply flood it. On the top floor, the roof may leak.
• If someone in the household smokes in the apartment, the ceiling will certainly turn yellow over time.

Whitish spots may also appear on the material. Homeowners usually encounter this problem in bathrooms due to strong water evaporation.

In the kitchen, stains from soot and grease usually appear, which are quite easy to remove.

And finally, even on the ceiling there may be stains from cosmetics, drinks or paint. wild children playing, an awkwardly opened bottle of champagne - all this leads to the appearance of pollution.

Coating cleaning methods

Having determined what kind of stains are on the ceiling, you can choose a method for cleaning them. If the ceiling is matte, then there will be no problems removing dirt. A regular school eraser will help remove dirt. Just don’t be overzealous, otherwise a hole will appear in the material.

You can also clean a stretch ceiling from stains of various origins with water and medical alcohol. This method works especially well if you need to remove cosmetics or paint. It should be diluted in 1 liter of water. l. rubbing alcohol and wipe the ceiling. This way you can also remove dust.

If the surface is delicate, then it can be washed with ammonia hydrate solution. This substance perfectly removes stains from grease and soot in the kitchen. To prepare the solution, dissolve 2 tsp in a liter of water. drug. The product is very gentle and leaves no traces. It is convenient to clean the ceiling with a sponge soaked in the solution.

Regular dish soap will help clean the surfaces in the kitchen and bathroom. It is enough to dissolve 2 tbsp. l. any high-quality gel in 2 liters of warm water and wipe the material with a sponge. Remains of foam are removed with a clean cloth. It is important not to wipe the ceiling with too hot water, otherwise you may damage the material.

The cheapest and easiest way to remove stains from a stretch ceiling is to wash it with regular washing soap. First, prepare a weak solution of soap, for which ¼ of the bar is grated and diluted in 3 liters of warm water. Then use a sponge dipped in soapy water to wipe away all dirt.

If there are yellow stains from hot water on the stretch ceiling, you can wash them with bleaching washing powder. Dissolve the powder in warm water so that no grains remain. It is enough to take 1 tbsp. l. powder per 2 liters of water. This can be done when there are stubborn stains of unknown origin. This method is not suitable for simply cleaning film or material from dust, as it is too harsh.

An excellent way to clean tension coverings is glass cleaner. The main value of the product is in the ammonia that is included in its absorption. Therefore, it is important to buy a glass cleaner that contains ammonia. Other means are not suitable.

The glass cleaner is simply sprayed onto the ceiling and then wiped down with a rag. The manipulations are similar to regular window washing. This method is excellent for removing dirt from PVC film, as the surface is perfectly shiny. But before use, the product should be tested on an inconspicuous area.

Ammonia is another cheap remedy that helps remove contaminants of various origins. First you need to prepare a solution of 10% ammonia in water. This way you can wash the tarnished film and return the material to its original whiteness.

You can also use professional cleaning products, for example, “Mr. Muscle”. Such compositions are not cheap, but they are easy to use and effective.

It is up to you to decide whether to use household chemicals or wash the tension covering using home remedies. Don’t be upset if you are flooded by your upstairs neighbors or if a bright mark appears on the covering - you can remove all dirt from the material with your own hands.

Anton
technical director NikoMax

No one is safe from flooding by neighbors above or from roof leaks. When such an unpleasant incident in every sense happens, the ceiling suffers first. The plaster and paint turn yellow with an unsightly stain, and the drywall swells. The situation is better with PVC stretch ceilings: water collects in it, like in a bubble, which can simply be drained and no special repairs need to be made. But with fabric ceilings everything is not so simple - they do not retain water.

How to clean a fabric stretch ceiling after a leak, and in general, what kind of care is needed for the fabric?

General rules

You need to care for stretch ceilings in the same way as regular ceilings: brush off dust, remove cobwebs, and remove any dirt that has appeared. But due to the antistatic coating, these manipulations are carried out once every 5-7 years or as they become dirty. In any case, before cleaning, you must remove all decorations that could scratch the surface of the stretch ceiling. Also, do not use abrasive and caustic detergents or hard-bristled brushes. This may negatively affect the aesthetic appearance of the canvas. The best detergent is plain water with soap and microfiber. But, if there is no effect, only then use the “heavy artillery” sponge and detergents that do not contain chlorine. In any case, before using this or that product, you need to test it on a piece of fabric that remains after installing the stretch ceiling.

Dust on the ceiling

Remove dust using a vacuum cleaner with a soft attachment. The power needs to be reduced so that the fabric is not attracted to the tube of the unit; the cobwebs are also removed; it is not recommended to remove them with a broom, because you can accidentally rub it into the top layer of the fabric and dark stains will remain.

Stains on the tensioner

As already mentioned, first we try to remove it with a soft cloth soaked in water. If that doesn’t work, we use a special product for caring for stretch ceilings. If you don’t have any at hand, try “folk” methods. Dilute a little dishwashing detergent or regular soap in water. This will help remove fingerprints or other minor stains.

If the stains are more serious, try an alcohol solution. It is necessary to dilute 1 part of ammonia 10% in 9 parts of water, moisten the sponge and methodically wipe off the dirty mark. Usually this is quite enough. After washing, the ceiling is wiped clean with a clean damp cloth, and then dried with a dry cloth. The material should be chosen without lint, such as microfiber, so that no unnecessary elements remain on the ceiling.

Rust on a fabric stretch ceiling after a flood

Cleaning a suspended fabric ceiling after a leak is very difficult, almost impossible, because rust eats through the entire thickness of the fabric. That is, simply wiping the stain off the surface will not work. After a flood, you can try to wash the fabric stretch ceiling with the same ammonia or a special product, but the easiest way is to simply repaint the canvas or change the fabric. Fortunately, the base allows you to perform such manipulations up to 3 times. It is worth remembering that with each coloring you need to select a paint that is a shade darker than the previous one. This will allow you to hide stubborn stains and refresh the interior of the room. Replacement of the D-Premium fabric stretch ceiling after a flood is carried out within 2-3 hours, without dust and dirt.

Nicomax customer service is always happy to help in difficult situations, please contact us!

Every owner of suspended ceilings at least once in his life has encountered the need to clean them. Stains on a suspended ceiling appear for various reasons, which you need to be aware of and, at the first signs, eliminate either the source or existing stains.
Before installing modern suspended ceilings, many are mistaken, assuming that they are located quite far from all influences, and therefore rarely succumb to contamination. But this is not true at all. Moreover, owners of fabric tension surfaces should remember that most often they are the ones that get dirty.

But don’t get upset and make rash decisions when you see stains. In order to know how to wash them correctly, you must first understand why they appeared. After all, certain cleaning products and tools are selected based on the cause of the problem. This especially applies to fabric stretch ceilings.

The most common causes of stains on stretch ceilings

Manufacturers apply a special protective layer to cover all tension surfaces, which prevents the spread of microbes, various fungi and mold. But it is impossible to insure any ceiling against mechanical damage. Let's look at the most common causes of stains on stretch ceilings.

• Splashes of grease and soot.

Soot and grease deposits appear on the surfaces located in the kitchen.

• Moisture.

After moisture enters and dries, characteristic stains remain on the ceiling. If you live in a private house or in a multi-story house on the top floor, the roof may often leak. Roof leaks cause yellow spots to appear. Also, characteristic stains appear on bathroom ceilings from accumulating moisture or splashes from washing, for example, in the shower. Also, yellow spots appear after neighbors flood the apartment. And even when the ceiling is washed, stains may appear again if the interfloor slab is not completely dry after pouring.

• Dye.

Paint can affect suspended ceilings in several ways. For example, if there are metal pipes in the ceiling that need to be constantly painted. Then the stains appear from the splashes of the brush. Or the previous ceiling finish could have been painted over with oil paint. This happens quite often, because previously it was believed that oil paints looked beautiful and were quite durable. The oil that remains even after complete removal of paint penetrates deep into the floor slab and appears gradually over time.

• Dust, including construction dust.

Especially a lot of dust is generated when drilling brick or concrete walls.

• Rust.

It appears if the house is already quite old. Rust forms gradually and significantly spoils the appearance of the surface. Often red stains appear after neighbors have flooded the ceiling.

How to remove various types of stains from a stretch ceiling?

Contaminants of different types also need to be removed in different ways. Some things can be easily erased, while others can be removed only after drastic actions. But still, the easiest way to remove stains is from moisture, be it stains after swimming in the shower, from an exploding jar of compote, or even if after swatting away a mosquito and there are traces of blood on the ceiling. All this must be carefully wiped off with a damp cloth. You can use a slightly damp, lint-free cloth. It’s just as easy to remove marks on a glossy ceiling or a fabric one.
Dealing with stains after a long accumulation of moisture or flooding is not much more difficult. The moisture accumulated in it will protect the entire interior from unplanned repairs, but the ceiling itself will be damaged.
It is necessary to apply a little greasy clay or a solution of soda ash to the damaged areas of the ceiling. After the product dries, it must be washed off with plain clean water. If only part of the dirt is removed, the procedure must be repeated. This method can also help in case of rust.

Soot and grease stains can be removed with a simple soap solution.

• You need to crumble a small piece of soap into shavings and add it to warm water.
• You can also add a little mild washing powder to the water.
• The soap and powder should be completely dissolved. It is very important. Otherwise, the surface may be damaged or scratched.
• It is necessary to wipe the protocol with a soft cloth, again preferably without lint.

When working, the canvas can be damaged by rings and bracelets on your hands - it is better to remove them. Be sure to wipe with your hands, do not use a mop, otherwise you may scratch the fabric. Wash until the ceiling is clean.

Any dust, even construction dust, can be removed with a vacuum cleaner. The nozzle must be used with long bristles. There is no need to rub with a washcloth, napkin or cloth, otherwise streaks may remain. In addition, the dust may contain large particles that will scratch the canvas.

In the case of paint, you can use several methods, starting with a soap solution. If soap with powder does not help, you can use ammonia. Dissolve a little product in water and wipe the surface.


If you have a fabric stretch ceiling, you can wash off the dirt with soda.

• It is necessary to prepare a 5% solution of soda ash.
• You can add a little salt to the water. This will improve cleansing.
• The entire solution must be stirred well so that not even small scratching particles remain.

You can also wipe with a simple cloth until the stains go away.

You can also use special products to wash suspended ceilings. Such compositions are much more expensive than the above methods. They are produced in several types:

1. sprays;
2. gels;
3. liquid solutions.

Therefore, when stains appear, do not panic. Any stain can be cleaned. The main thing is to do it properly.