Translucent stretch ceiling with backlighting can be an effective and aesthetically pleasing way to illuminate a room. Here are key elements to consider for achieving optimal lighting:
1. Light Sources
• LED panels or strips are commonly used behind the stretch ceiling to provide even illumination.
• Brightness: Choose LED lights that provide enough lumens to illuminate the space, typically ranging between 2,500–5,000 lumens per 10 square feet for general lighting.
• Light Distribution: Uniform light distribution is important to avoid hotspots or shadowed areas on the membrane.
2. Translucency of the Membrane
• The stretch ceiling membrane must allow enough light to pass through. Typically, translucent PVC membranes have a light transmission rate of 30-80%.
• A membrane with around 50-60% light transmission is ideal for balancing brightness and diffusion without the lighting being too intense or too dim.