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Material Matters- Different False Ceiling Materials

Choose the best false ceiling design using different materials!&

There are different types of false ceiling designs and materials to choose from based on use and location where they are fixed. Whether it is an easy simple false ceiling design or the best intricate false ceiling design pattern, we can help you bring your false ceiling design vision into reality.

With knowledge of the materials, you can make a more informed decision and select an apt ceiling based on look and function. When it comes to fall or down ceiling designs for halls and bedrooms, as a customer, it is recommended that you orient yourself to the different materials available in the market today:

1. Wooden ceiling design

Wooden false ceiling designs are a beautiful addition to the hall or the bedroom owing to their warm appearance. 

Advantages: 
  • Natural aesthetic appearance with a premium look 
  • Suitable for cold climatic conditions 
  • Easy installation 
  • Durable 
  • Customizable as they can be finished based on color or design preferences 
Disadvantages
  • Expensive installation and maintenance
  • Susceptible to termite infestation

2. POP false ceiling design

POP is a popular false ceiling material that is often confused with gypsum- however, they are distinct from one another. Plaster of Paris is gypsum heated to rid it of the water content and this powder coats chicken net material to form the base for false ceiling designs. 

Advantages: 
  • Budget-friendly 
  • Durable 
  • Good insulators of cold and heat 
  • Low maintenance ceiling material 
  • Customizable as they can be finished based on color or design preferences 
Disadvantages
  • Has a tendency to crack over long periods of time 
  • Can reduce the room’s available height 
  • Absorbs moisture and is susceptible to fungus

3. Gypsum false ceiling design

One of the most popular options for false ceiling materials, gypsum has several advantages. It is usually built onto an iron base to create a false ceiling design. 

Advantages
  • Durable 
  • Lightweight material ideal for false ceilings
  • Good insulators of cold and heat 
  • Fire-resistant 
  • Easy to install
  • Easy to maintain
  • Customizable as they can be finished based on color or design preferences 
Disadvantages
  • More expensive than POP false ceiling designs 
  • Can reduce the room’s available height 
  • Susceptible to fungus

4. PVC false ceiling design

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a plastic false ceiling material often preferred due to its obvious advantages. 

Advantages: 
  • Budget-friendly
  • Easy installation process 
  • Easy to maintain 
  • Lightweight material
  • Waterproof and moisture resistant 
  • Resistant to termite infestation
  • Customizable as they can be finished based on color or design preferences  
Disadvantages: 
  • Has a plastic appearance with visible joints which may not be suitable for all spaces
  • Susceptible to damage from heat 
  • Not an environment-friendly material

5. Metal false ceiling design

Metal false ceiling designs are made using iron, aluminum, or tin. They often offer an industrial look to a room and are preferred for commercial projects but are now seen in residential spaces too. 

Advantages
  • Durable 
  • Low maintenance 
  • Easy to install and remove
  • Waterproof and moisture resistant 
  • Fire resistant 
  • Resistant to termite infestation
  • Customizable as they can be finished based on preferences  
Disadvantages: 
  • Expensive 
  • Needs coating to prevent corrosion 

6. Fiber false ceiling design

Fiber false ceilings are preferred for commercial spaces and are not usually aesthetically suited for residential projects. 

Advantages
  • Economical cost
  • Soundproof 
  • Durable material 
  • Insulation to heat
Disadvantages
  • Not as aesthetic for residential projects as other false ceiling materials

7. Glass false ceiling design

For a unique appearance when it comes to residential false ceilings, a glass ceiling is recommended. 

Advantages: 
  • Aesthetic appearance makes a space look bigger 
  • Premium finish
  • Heat insulation 
  • Customizable as they can be finished based on preferences  
Disadvantages: 
  • Brittle material
  • Difficult installation

8. Fabric false ceiling design

Not as practical as other false ceiling materials, the fabric is used only for flair. They are a preferred choice for temporary ceilings. 

Advantages
  • Can be easily customized to suit preference 
  • Ideal for a temporary ceiling solution 
  • Easy installation
Disadvantages
  • Difficult to maintain over long-term use 
  • Not durable 

Please note that it is important that the ceiling light and fan design are planned prior to the installation of the false ceiling design. With a showroom in Ernakulam (Kochi) and Thrissur and servicing Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Alappuzha, Idukki, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode (Calicut), Wayanad, Coimbatore, and Kannur areas, reach out to us at contact@bespokedecor.in for the ultimate false ceiling design inspiration.

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