Barrisol FAQs

What is Barrisol made of?
The Barrisol sheets are made with a patented polymer invented by Barrisol , in total Barrisol holds more than 80 patents. Barrisol sheets are classified M1 in France, Bd B-S2-d0 and B-S3-d0 (brushed suedes) in Europe and CLASS ‘O' under Building Regulation in UK and Class I in the USA. Barrisol sheets are not toxic and 100% recyclable. Barrisol sheets are hardwearing and unique. Other stretch ceilings are NOT the same.
Is Barrisol fully certified?
BARRISOL sheets meet the criteria of the French, Europeans and international standards. For more details, read the Security paragraph
How resistant is the Barrisol ceiling System?
In case of a water leak, the Barrisol ceilings can support up to 100 liters and more, depending on the configurations(without perforations in the sheet and with a profiles fixation of 30kg/m). The sheets are very strong. They can support up to 150 kg without breaking and then return to its original shape.
How is a Barrisol ceiling installed ?
A Barrisol stretch ceiling is installed a few centimeters away from the existing ceiling by an approved Barrisol installer. The Barrisol sheet can be fixed at any height of the plenum with a distance minimum of 2.5 cm and no maximum distance
A traditional installation such as a bedroom, with a surface of 25 m² in its simplest form should be around one half-day of work and does not require removal of furniture.
Can we clean a Barrisol ceiling ?
In normal use, a Barrisol ceiling does not need to be cleaned. If the ceiling were to be stained, it can be cleaned with a chamois leather. There are also special products for cleaning
Can we install a Barrisol sheet on a wall ?
Yes, see the 'Barrisol Wall' for more informations.
How many distributors does have Barrisol ?
More than 1200 in more than 110 countries.
How many sq. meters of Barrisol stretch ceiling have already been installed ?
More than 30 000 000 sq. meters !
Why Barrisol is world number 1 ?
- For the quality of its products
- For its technical knowledge
- For its permanent innovation
- By its presence in more than 110 countries
For these reasons BARRISOL is member of the club of N°1 world to export
Does BARRISOL have Acoustic Sheets ?
Yes, Barrisol produces micro perforated sheets as an acoustic absorber combining aesthetics and acoustic quality.
Note that the acoustic absorber is different from acoustic insulator. (The acoustic absorber improves the sound of the room while an insulator reduces noise transimission)
Is the Barrisol ceiling recyclable?
Yes, Barrisol ceiling is 100% Recycleable.
Does BARRISOL have recycled sheets?
The BARRISOL Les Recyclés® line is another step from Barrisol for sustainable products. Like all other BARRISOL sheets, Les Recyclés® can be recycled, but they are produced from old BARRISOL sheets.
Which is the lifespan of a BARRISOL Ceiling?
Experience shows us that our ceilings keep all their technical qualities for many years. (see our conditions of guarantee).
Numbers of BARRISOL ceilings still in place over twenty years after their installation.
Can I use BARRISOL outside?
Yes, we recommend choosing the TrempoVision® and TrempoDesign® lines.