Aluminum ceiling tiles are one design trend from the past that’s been making a recent resurgence. You’ve likely seen them popping up everywhere, from your favorite bars and restaurants to schools and office spaces. They are available in so many different colors and textures that you can accent any interior design scheme with fantastic results.
With all the different building material choices we have in the twenty-first century, it’s good to know some pros and cons that go along with each different material and ceiling style. Some options look great in our heads but don’t ultimately work for the space we’re working with due to unforeseen issues. So, what makes metal ceilings such a popular choice these days?
First and foremost, aluminum ceiling panels are relatively easy to install and maintain. In many cases, you can install them yourself with a few basic tools and a little knowledge. Some are easier than others to install, but they are designed, so the process is uncomplicated. If you’re not particularly handy, find a friend who is, and the two of you can knock it out in no time. Once installed, there’s very little you need to do to maintain metal ceilings for the life of the product.
Aluminum ceiling tiles also last a long time. They are light and strong and don’t face the same moisture problems as many other traditional building materials. This means the only reason you’d likely need to replace them is that you decide to go a different direction with your decor in the future. If you choose a timeless design from the start, you’re set for the foreseeable future. Even if you decide to change up your ceiling colour at some point down the road, many panels can be easily painted to give you a fresh new look without the cost of a full replacement.
Another benefit that comes along with metal ceilings is their natural fire resistance. Designing your space with a metal ceiling means that any potential fires take longer to spread, giving you more time to extinguish it before you wind up with a much larger problem on your hands. The peace of mind that goes along with protecting your home is invaluable. The fire resistant quality of metal makes it a natural material choice for kitchens or around fireplaces.
Of all the reasons people choose metal ceilings, the desire to make an impact with their design is usually up near the top of the list. Aluminum ceiling tiles give us the ability to create textures and intricate details that would otherwise be prohibitively expensive. The wide variety of finishes available also gives you the power to accent your artistic tastes. Using tiles as aluminum wall decor creates a quirky, modern focal point that will get your detail friends talking.
Metal also comes in finishes that are simply unavailable in other mediums. If you’re looking for unique textures and finishes to set your design off, you can’t beat metal ceilings. Try alternating linear aluminum ceiling planks between a couple of colors to create a super cool look that you’d be hard pressed to find anywhere else.
One downside of using metal on your ceiling is that hard, smooth surfaces can cause audio issues in some situations, and metal is a material that definitely fits that category. Left untreated, metal surfaces can cause echo and increase reverberation. Noisy rooms can make conversations harder to hear. Luckily, there are enough perforated metal ceiling systems on the market that you can easily work around any audio problems and actually make the acoustics in your room better.
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