10 most frequently asked questions about Tensioned Screens

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Questions about tensioned fabric can vary depending on your prior knowledge of our solutions.We’ve listed some of the main questions our customers often have when working with Tensoflex.

First, a brief explanation of how our screen installation system works:

The tensioned screen is a lighting solution made from flexible plastic films with high molecular memory and flameretardant additives . Because of its composition, it is an excellent option for diffusing light and closing off a niche.

The Tensoflex system, in turn, is made up of tensioned mesh and aluminum profiles specially designed to meet the needs of each project. As such, all the profiles are designed to perfectly fit the screens, which are used in walls, ceilings, metal structures, plaster niches and other surfaces. Generally, the profiles are fixed by screwing or gluing around the perimeter of the niches, whether plasterboard, joinery or metal, and the installers fit the screens once the lighting has been completed.

In summary, now that you know the basics about our products, check out the main questions our customers often have when specifying Tensioned Screens in their projects.

1) How does the lighting on Tensioned Screens work?


To generate a specific lighting effect, better known as the “skylight effect” or homogeneous lighting, installers place the screens at the bottom of the niche, illuminated by LED strips or tube lights, the latter of which are falling into disuse. Thus, based on the project specifications and lighting requirements, our team indicates the quantity, power and color temperature.

This amount of lighting depends directly on the effect you want to use in your project. It can be very soft and diffuse for decoration or very strong, to illuminate the whole room, without the need for other types of lighting.

There is also the option of perimeter lighting, which generates a graded light, stronger at the edges of the screen and dimmer towards the center. This light is more decorative than functional.

2) What are the advantages of tensioned screens compared to other materials?

Design flexibility

One of the greatest advantages of tensioned screens is their freedom of creation. As the material is highly malleable and can be molded into various shapes, a wide variety of unique projects can be developed. They can also be printed with any image or logo, allowing for greater personalization in the space.

Lightweight and easy to install

Tensioned screens are very light compared to other materials such as acrylic panels, laminated glass sheets, transparent resin plates or natural fiber panels treated to allow light to pass through. This makes installation much more practical and faster, which can significantly reduce labor costs and project completion time. Above all, tensioned screens can be installed on virtually any surface, including curved walls.

Durability

The screens are antistatic, so they prevent the accumulation of dust or grease, as well as being a washable material that doesn’t yellow over time, maintaining regular maintenance. They also come with a 10-year guarantee.

3) Is it possible to remove or replace the screen without having to call Tensoflex?

Yes! For small and medium-sized translucent screens, the main option is the Removable System, where the customer has total control over opening and closing the screen, simply and without the need for special accessories or equipment.

In the case of Fixed System projects, we offer technical assistance services. In addition, our teams are available for technical support visits on request and by appointment.

4) How does the Tension Screens quote work at Tensoflex?

For quotes, our experts need some information:

Contact details of the person responsible for the project: name, telephone number and e-mail address, so that our technical department can get back to you if there are any questions.

Send the project files: preferably in DWG or quoted PDF formats

Inform the location of the installation: City and State

Confirm whether the lighting elements should be included in the quote: if so, confirm whether the light will be homogeneous or perimeter. If homogeneous, state the depth of the niche and the power of the LED strips.

Additional information: you can send more guidelines and project details. The more references the better. Remember that if you don’t have any of the above information, you can talk to our experts.

5) How do you work with Printed Screens in your project?

Using high-resolution custom printing and high-performance LEDs. Our division focused on printed tension screens is an excellent tool for creating high-impact environments, stores and POSs.

Tensoflex Printed Screens have almost infinite possibilities for bringing the most ambitious visual communication projects to life.

For screen printing, the image file must be sent with a minimum of 300dpi, at actual print size.

6) How Tensoflex Acoustic Screens work

The introduction of perforations of controlled diameter and spacing on the tensioned fabrics transforms the Tensoflex system into an important sound absorber. It manages to add aural comfort to all its aesthetic and functional advantages.

The insertion of pet wool sheets in the assembly enhances the sound absorption characteristics, according to results obtained in the laboratory.

It is important to note that acoustic screens help to improve the sound quality of environments such as restaurants and food courts, but they do not provide sound insulation.

7) What are the main possibilities for using Tension Screens in architectural and lighting projects?

Ceilings and coverings: They can be used as ceilings and cladding in interior environments, providing a contemporary and sophisticated aesthetic.

Integrated lighting: Allows you to integrate built-in lighting systems, such as LED or tuboled lamps, creating customized lighting effects.

Visual Communication: With a wide range of aluminum profile options, formats and finishes available, along with the capacity for high-resolution custom printing and high-quality LEDs, the opportunities for carrying out ambitious point-of-sale, retail and decoration projects are practically limitless. Allowing customers to assemble their own wall or ceiling niches, purchasing only the screens or complete solutions with structured panels, LEDs and printed screens.

If you are interested and want to explore more about this innovation that is revolutionizing the lighting and architecture market in Brazil, we invite you to access our catalog and check out our portfolio of projects.

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