Gypsum Ceiling Tiles (Base) | Residential, offices, light commercial | Material: Gypsum + fiber; Fire Resistance: Class A (ASTM E84); NRC 0.5 (ASTM C423); Moisture Absorption ≤0.5% (ASTM C1336); Weight: 2.5 lbs/sqft (ISO 3801); Decorative patterns (e.g., floral designs per ISO 11624); CE Certified | Cost-effective, easy installation, CE certified, decorative flexibility, Smoke Developed Index ≤50 (ASTM E84) | Moderate sound absorption, susceptible to moisture in high humidity, limited perforation options |
Gypsum Ceiling Tiles (Advanced) | Hotels, theaters, premium offices | NRC 0.7 (▲0.2 over Base) (ASTM C423); Moisture Absorption ≤0.3% (▲); Fire Endurance: 1-hour rating (▲); Perforated design for enhanced acoustics; ASTM F739 chemical resistance (withstands 50+ exposures); Mold-resistant with 0% growth (▲) | Superior sound absorption, enhanced moisture/fire resistance, decorative perforated patterns, Lightweight (2.2 lbs/sqft) | Higher cost than Base, requires careful handling due to perforations |
Mineral Fiber Ceiling Tiles | Industrial, hospitals, kitchens | Material: Mineral wool; NRC 0.7-0.9 (ASTM C423); Mold-resistant (ASTM D3273); Non-combustible (Class A) | Excellent sound absorption, mold-resistant, durable in high-moisture areas, Lightweight (2.0 lbs/sqft) | Heavier, may require structural support, limited aesthetic options |
PVC Ceiling Tiles | Bathrooms, wet areas, modern spaces | Material: Rigid PVC; Waterproof (ASTM D570); Fire Resistance: Class B (ASTM E84); Lightweight (1.8 lbs/sqft) | Waterproof, UV-resistant, flexible designs, easy to clean | Lower fire resistance (Class B), may degrade in UV light, limited sound absorption (NRC 0.4) |
Perforated Acoustic Panels | Auditoriums, conference rooms | Perforated design with sound-absorbing backing; NRC 0.8-1.0 (▲ Advanced version NRC 1.0); Fire Resistance: Class A | Exceptional sound absorption, modern aesthetic appeal, customizable perforation patterns | Less effective in high humidity, requires precise installation for optimal performance |
Metal Ceiling Tiles | Industrial, modern commercial spaces | Material: Aluminum/steel; Non-combustible (Class A); Sound Absorption: NRC 0.2 (▲ perforated versions up to NRC 0.5) | Durable, sleek appearance, non-combustible, Lightweight (1.5 lbs/sqft) | Poor sound absorption unless perforated, higher cost, may dent |