Metal Ceilings

Are you looking for a ceiling that looks absolutely fantastic? Don’t think that you’re limited to the standard plasterboard ceilings and what they have to offer. Metal ceilings are a great option, and you’d be surprised at what’s available (see metal ceilings product brochures). Read on for more info.

What are Metal Ceilings?

Metal ceilings are great if you are looking for a ceiling that is strong, durable, and very attractive. Because the ceilings are available in different designs, and there are different types of ceilings available, they suit any home. One advantage of metal ceilings is that they are able to move with the building in which they are installed, meaning that slight building movements or extreme weather conditions will not cause cracking or other damage to the ceiling. Metal ceilings can be fitted with acoustic insulation to increase their soundproofing qualities. Because they are metal, the ceilings are extremely fire resistant.

Metal ceilings are generally made up a group of tiles or panels that have been nailed to the ceiling supports or placed into a ceiling grid, forming a suspended ceiling. The panels can be perforated or non-perforated, depending on what they are to be used for.

Types of Metal Ceilings

There are several different types of metal ceilings:

• Tin ceilings
• Pressed metal ceilings
• Metal pan ceilings
• Linear metal ceilings
• Metal ceiling grids

Metal ceilings are generally made from aluminium or aluminium alloy. You can also find them in tin, steel, brass, chrome, copper, and other materials. They are designed to be corrosion resistant, as well as bacteria resistant and dirt resistant. The ceilings also resist moisture well. You can leave them with an attractive metal finish, or you can choose to have them powder coated or painted. The different finishing options means that you can create a variety of effects from traditional right through to contemporary, making metal ceilings the perfect choice in any style of home.

Metal Ceiling Designs

Many types of metal ceilings come in designs, from simple patterns, right through to ornate, decorative patterns. You can use one pattern over the entire ceiling or choose to use different patterns together. The supplier will be able to give you advice on selecting complementary patterns. Accessories such as cornices, filler strips, moulding strips, friezes, and medallions help to create a truly finished look.