Stretch ceilings and architectural lighting, Chennai

Ceilings that carry light, colour and form

Translucent, printed, acoustic, 3D and illuminated stretch ceilings, designed, supplied and installed by Pyramid Interiors.

What is a stretch ceiling?

A single, seamless membrane, tensioned across the room, that can glow, carry an image, soften sound or take on a shape.

Instead of plaster and paint, a stretch ceiling uses a thin, durable membrane held in a slim perimeter profile. It sits just below the structural ceiling, hiding services and giving a flat, smooth plane that suits modern interiors.

Pyramid Interiors designs, supplies and installs stretch ceilings and integrated architectural lighting in Chennai, for homes and living rooms as well as hospitality, retail and commercial spaces. Choose from translucent, printed, acoustic and 3D form ceilings, and request a quote to plan a site visit.

  • The membrane

    Plain, glossy, translucent, printed, perforated or acoustic.

  • The profile

    A slim edge fixing that holds the membrane taut.

  • The light

    Optional lighting in the void or built into the profile.

Round suspended ring light under a timber ceiling

Architectural lighting

Lighting made in shapes, lines and tracks

Forty geometry shapes from 400 to 1200 mm, linear profiles from 20 to 200 mm, magnetic track, signage light boxes and custom wall graphics.

Installation and materials

How a stretch ceiling goes up

Six steps from the manufacturer's installation procedure. The perimeter profile and boxing are fixed first; the film is heated and tensioned last.

Worker on a scaffold fitting a ceiling
  1. 1

    Install the profile and wooden frame

    Fix with nails at about 10 cm intervals.

  2. 2

    Fix the four corners of the film

    The film is held at its corners before heating.

  3. 3

    Soften the film edges

    A heater makes the edges pliable.

  4. 4

    Insert the harpoon into the profile

    The harpoon edge of the film clips into the profile.

  5. 5

    Flatten uneven parts

    The heater is used again to remove ripples.

  6. 6

    Finish and check

    The ceiling is inspected once it is taut and flat.

Technical resources

Boxing and specifications you can check

Boxing holds the lights and the film. These sections follow the manufacturer's figures; the full tables are on the specifications page.

Depth 5 to 6 in12 mm plywood on top19 mm plywoodon the perimeterLED modules, about 6 in apartStretch film in an H profile
Wooden boxing, schematic section. Do not use MDF; paint or laminate the inner sides white.
Depth 75, 100 or 150 mm1 mm aluminium sheet75 / 100 / 150 mmaluminium profileLED rigid block (chain block LED)Stretch film in the profile
Aluminium boxing, schematic section. Keep drivers outside the box, or fit a trap door.

Pyramid Interiors

One team from site visit to handover

  • A site visit and measurement before any design is fixed.
  • Ceiling and lighting planned together, including void depth and servicing access.
  • Specifications and warranties confirmed in writing with your quote.
  • Installation by our own team in Chennai, with the room protected and left tidy.
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Questions

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about stretch ceilings, installation and care.

All FAQs
What is a stretch ceiling?

A stretch ceiling is a thin membrane tensioned across a perimeter profile fixed to the walls. It sits below the structural ceiling and creates a smooth, seamless surface. The membrane can be plain, glossy, printed, translucent or perforated.

Do you provide stretch ceilings in Chennai?

Yes. Pyramid Interiors is based in Kolathur, Chennai, and serves Chennai. For projects elsewhere in Tamil Nadu or India, please contact us to discuss feasibility.

Can I choose my own design or artwork?

Yes. Printed stretch ceilings can carry your own artwork. We review resolution and suitability before printing, and we recommend a proof for large or colour-critical designs.

Can a stretch ceiling be lit from behind?

Yes. A translucent membrane can be lit by LED panels or strips placed in the void above it, creating a luminous ceiling. We plan the light positions and void depth with you.

Can the ceiling include curves or 3D shapes?

Yes. 3D form stretch ceilings can create domes, waves and curved shapes. Each form is reviewed on site for feasibility.

How is the ceiling installed?

After a site visit and measurement, the membrane is made to size. A perimeter profile is fixed to the walls, then the membrane is tensioned into it. Any lighting is installed before the membrane is closed. See our installation page for the full process.

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Plan your stretch ceiling with Pyramid Interiors

Tell us about your room and the ceiling you have in mind. We will help you choose the right type, finish and lighting, and arrange a site visit in Chennai.