![]() Tiles made of mineral fiber, PVC, and metals are available in many more styles in the 2’ x 2’ size. Some tiles are only available in 2’ x 4’ sizes, like fiberglass. For instance, will 2’ x 2’ or 2’ x 4’ tiles work best? Deciding on the tiles you want will help you choose your system. Whether you install your ceiling system yourself or hire a professional, you will first need to make decisions about which system will best meet your needs. You can use almost any kind of ceiling tiles with standard or surface mount ceiling grids including mineral fiber, fiberglass, PVC, and metals. Surface Mount systems can be installed over a plaster or drywall ceiling If the ceiling surface material has been removed, the tiles can be attached to the ceiling framing, 2x4’s for example. Surface or Flush Mount ceiling systems attach directly to the ceiling framing without suspension wires and take only about an inch from the ceiling height. ![]() Traditional drop ceiling grids hang on suspension wires and can lower the ceiling height by up to 6 inches, so only work in a room with enough ceiling height to accommodate the system. Standard drop ceilings are commonly used in basements to hide the ceiling infrastructure, like wiring and ductwork, when access to systems needs to be maintained. In both of these systems, tiles are positioned or fitted into a grid that must first be assembled and hung. Ceiling Tiles Installation Options Drop and Flush Mount Ceilings Systems
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