Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Suspended Ceilings

Today's suspended ceiling tile choices have changed dramatically.


Suspended ceilings, also known as drop ceilings, are a cost-effective and low-maintenance choice for adding a ceiling to existing space or to areas to be finished out. Besides cost, there are numerous other advantages to this ceiling.


Identification


Suspended ceilings are made of lightweight panels that fit within a metal grid that has been suspended from the ceiling at a chosen height.


Significance


Many homeowners choose this type of ceiling because the installation is simple enough for many to do it themselves. They are often seen in basements and large commercial spaces.


Types


Panels come in a variety of styles, from a pressed tin look, to a textured finish, to a smooth surface. The panels can be easily replaced if they get dirty or damaged.


Benefits


Suspended ceilings can incorporate lighting that does not involve complicated wiring and offer sound-dampening and fire safety advantages, as well as heat retention and humidity resistance.


Considerations


Suspended ceilings are an ideal solution to putting a ceiling up in a space where pipes and wires need accommodation, but where access to those pipes and wires are required, like basements. To fit the ceiling and to permit the replacement of panels, all you need is 6 inches of clearance.

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