Today, every repair is not complete without the use of drywall. With it, various coatings are performed. To complement the interior, spotlights are used for plasterboard ceilings. They are easy to install and fit in a wide variety of spaces. They are mounted not only in apartments, but also in many public institutions. A large number of products are widely represented on the market, which differ in their technical characteristics and appearance.
What is this?
Spotlights for plasterboard ceilings, which are quite small in size, can illuminate a small surface area.
Therefore, more than two devices should be used for lighting. Their number depends onroom size.
What are they for?
Spotlights are used more often than other lighting fixtures. They perform the following functions:
- serve for the main lighting of premises of different areas;
- as a night or emergency light source;
- to highlight the decorative elements of the room.
Types of spotlights for plasterboard ceilings
This type is used for hanging. By design, they are:
- Customizable. Spotlights for plasterboard ceilings of this type have a rotary mechanism. To illuminate a specific surface, turn it in the desired direction. They are often used in living rooms where it is necessary to change directions periodically.
- Stationary. The luminous flux of such devices is directed only downwards, that is, there is no rotary mechanism in the design. They are used to illuminate small spaces, such as a bathroom or kitchen. For large rooms it is necessary to use a large number of stationary lamps.
Additional information. Spotlights for plasterboard ceilings of customizable type are used not only as the main lighting, but also to illuminate the main structural elements.
Types of lamps
Spotlights for plasterboard ceilings, the photos of which are presented in the article, are divided by the type of lamps into:
- halogen;
- LED;
- incandescent;
- energy saving.
Key Features
Spotlights for plasterboard ceilings with halogen lamps are characterized by small overall dimensions and high brightness. Due to this, they are used in suspended structures with a small thickness.
The main advantage is low power consumption with high brightness. To illuminate a room with a small area, several devices are suitable. Among the shortcomings, users distinguish the installation of fixtures. Their installation requires special care.
LED spotlights for plasterboard ceilings are designed for additional decorative lighting. In such devices, both one LED and several can be installed. Single variants are used to create a starry sky.
Spotlights for plasterboard ceilings with incandescent lamps are the most popular among the population, as they have a low cost. They have large overall dimensions, therefore they are used as the main room lighting for ceilings with a significant thickness. Replacing a burnt out bulb is easy.
Such lighting devices can be of two types: open and protected. The first type is used when the humidity in the room is normal. Protected are used in rooms with high moisture content, for example, in the bathroom. Among the negative aspects, consumers note high energy consumption, as well as additional heating of the lamp structure.
The last kind of lamps -energy saving. They have many advantages over other species.
The main positive quality is low power consumption. They do not heat the design of the lamp. However, there is a drawback - they cannot be turned on and off often. Doing so will burn out the lamp. Many users use square spotlights for plasterboard ceilings.
Degree of protection
An important factor when choosing a spotlight is the degree of protection.
Pay special attention to this factor if the lighting device will be used in cold or damp rooms. The degree of protection is indicated by the following value: IPXX, where XX are numbers that show the feature of the luminaire. That is, under what conditions it can be used. At the same time, the dust content of the room, moisture content and air temperature are estimated.
Pricing policy
The cost of a spotlight depends on the technical characteristics and type of lamps. The price is also affected by the following indicators:
- manufacturer;
- source material quality;
- degree of protection.
Tunable LED bulbs are usually the most expensive.
Spotlights for plasterboard ceilings - installation
The main installation steps are:
- marking the installation location of fixtures on the ceiling (for thisit is necessary to calculate their exact number);
- cutting holes for lights;
- connecting devices to the mains (before completing this item, check the fixtures for serviceability);
- installation of the device on a pre-prepared place.
How to post?
The illumination of the room depends on the number of lighting fixtures in the room.
When choosing a specific location, the following factors are taken into account:
- layout;
- the presence of windows;
- room interior.
A certain number of fixtures must be placed correctly depending on the purpose of the room. Therefore, the following recommendations are highlighted:
- In the children's room, devices are installed in the places where children play. The remaining zones are supplied with additional sources.
- In the bedroom, spotlights are located around the perimeter. You can use a dimmer or additional switches to provide dimming.
- In the hallway, the luminaire is mounted in the center of the ceiling. Thus, the light will visually expand the room.
- In the living room, the lamp is installed not only around the perimeter, but also in the center. The required amount of light is adjusted using a dimmer or switch.
- In the bathroom, protected lights are installed around the entire perimeter of the ceiling.
Installation process
So, the installation is performed in the following sequence:
- Laying electrical cables is carried out before the installation of drywall.
- Use a pencil on the ceiling to mark the installation locations of spotlights.
- Holes are cut for the installation of devices. For these purposes, use a construction knife or drill.
- The wiring is being prepared. The necessary wires for connection are selected. If the installation hole is large, then finding the necessary places is not difficult. Otherwise, additional devices are used. After that, the lamp is connected. Contacts are carefully isolated.
- In order to properly install, you need to study the design of the mount. As a rule, it consists of springs and clamping antennae that need to be pressed against the top of the ceiling.
The installation process is quite simple, so anyone can do it themselves.
Reviews
Many users are satisfied with spotlights for plasterboard ceilings. Among the main advantages is the ease of installation. In addition, there are many types of them, so everyone can choose a lamp according to their pocket.
They are used not only as the main lighting, but to highlight various decorative elements. The cost depends on the technical characteristics of the fixtures, their number, as well as the type of lamps used. The most expensive are products that use LED.
Price ranges from 500 to 4000 rubles.
Conclusion
Spotlights have gained great popularity among the population. They are able to provide illumination to any room. All that is needed is to calculate the correct number of fixtures and set the placements.
