If you’ve made it to this article, you’ve probably already thought about installing a suspended ceiling in your home, workplace, or elsewhere. Suspended ceilings can be great, however they are not for every application. I’m going to go over some of its pros and cons.
advantages
– Fire safety. There are ceiling tiles made from fire resistant materials that meet various fire standards set by city councils, business organizations, and other regulations that you can use on your roof.
– Amendment. It is very easy to change the tiles in a false ceiling system, so whether it is to repair it or just for a change of scenery, a change can be made in no time.
– Maintenance. In addition to the easy maintenance of the ceiling, building maintenance is also not hampered with a suspended ceiling. Wires, cables, pipes, and plumbing are all hidden by a suspended ceiling that allows easy access.
– Appearance. The variety of suspended ceiling lights that are available give you almost limitless appearance options, so there is sure to be a ceiling light to suit your room and tastes.
Cons
– Low clearance. This is the most obvious disadvantage of a suspended ceiling, however, it is not one that causes many people such a big problem. Suspended or generally reduce clearance by 4-8 inches, so for rooms with little clearance, you may want to consider one of the other options.
– cover damage. The ease and price of installing a drop ceiling can be attractive to homeowners looking for an easy and affordable way to cover ceiling damage. Therefore, it is imperative that the prospective buyer/tenant take a look to see what is behind the roof.
– Aging. Without proper maintenance, drop ceilings can start to show signs of aging pretty quickly. Sagging of tiles is not uncommon and tiles can be easily damaged by the slightest bump, they also discolor from excessive smoke. Because they can be removed and reinstalled quite easily, many have been. It is the time away from the roof that can really take its toll on the roof, as the tiles are handled and banged, increasing their aging.