5 Types of false ceilings, and which type of false ceiling is the best?
There are multiple types of false roof ceilings used in homes to give a home interior an overall lavish Look. The old flat ceilings are too boring and out of fashion. Home interiors have this trend of false ceilings/drop ceilings very much in, there are numerous types of false ceilings used in homes, offices, restaurants, and shopping malls. This false ceiling is installed below the original ceiling.
The main reason most of the time for installing false ceilings is to make the home interior Look More Beautiful, another reason for installing them is to hide the dirty look of electrical wiring and cables. Thermal insulation and sound insulation is also a reason to install false ceilings. There are multiple types of false ceilings, let’s discuss top-5 ceilings.
Gypsum False Ceiling
The best ceiling type is the gypsum false ceiling its material is obtained from calcium sulphate, gypsum false ceiling is made up of gypsum cupboards, panels, sheets, and tiles. The boards of gypsum are prefabricated and created in factories, gypsum is available in multiple forms that include Regular Gypsum Board, fire Resistance Gypsum Board, Moisture Resistance Gypsum Board, and fire plus moisture board.
Advantages of Gypsum False Ceiling
- Gypsum boards are easily installed and lightweight.
- Minimum joints, smooth finish factory made.
- Material is available in multiple shapes like stepped, curved, and coffered
- Easy to clean
- Fireproof
- Thermal and sound insulation
POP False Ceiling
The full form of this pop false ceiling is plaster of paris, and it is the most common type of false ceiling, it is obtained by heating up the gypsum through calcination or heat treatment. POP comes in powdered form and water is added to it to make a glue-like paste, and that paste is applied to wooden boards, fire boards, or metal framing systems of the ceiling. These pop ceilings are attractive and easily mold into any shape and design. This ceiling type hides ugly structures like beam ventilation, ducts, and conduits and gives a smooth finish to the ceiling.
Advantages of POP False Ceilings:
- Durable and lightweight
- Fire resistance
- Doesn’t shrink while setting
- Does not develop cracks
- Less maintenance
Wooden false Ceiling
Wooden ceilings were more in use earlier but now they are used only in residential buildings, but no doubt the wooden ceilings enhanced with lightening give a lavish look to the interior. This ceiling type comes with hollow blocks, panels, and boards. Various finishes like laminates, paints and veneers can be added to give it an attractive look.
Advantages of Wooden False Ceilings:
- Various finishes and options for paints
- Very helpful in a cold region
- Durable and soundproof
- Easily installable
Metal False Ceilings
As metal is a hard and durable material it is used widely for false ceilings. when the metal is polished, the appearance of this material is highly attractive. The metal which is mostly used is aluminum iron and galvanized. The modern era also has this ceiling type in trend.
Advantages of Metal Ceiling
- Don’t crack or wrap
- Fire resistance
- Low cost of labor
- Low maintenance
- Easily removable and re-attachable
PVC False Ceilings
Polyvinyl chloride is a common material in false ceilings design and has longer span life of more than 10 years. PVC is the low-maintenance ceiling that is a cost-effective alternative. PVC is a lightweight plastic material that comes in panel forms in different sizes, colors, and designs. The PVC Panels have a smooth shiny surface. The combo of small LED lights with this ceiling type increases the look multiplied by 10 times.
Advantages of PVC
- These panels are strong with a longer lifespan
- Lightweight
- Low cost and maintenance
- Water-proof.
Why gypsum is the best and top ceilings?
The reason why it is the best ceiling is that it is plasterboard and is more durable, the hydrophobic quality of gypsum is the main reason why it is the best among all. These boards are made with precision. This ceiling gives a smooth seamless finish and it is heat and noise absorbance. If you are looking for a change with durable ceiling design opt for Gypsum ceiling.