Ceiling tile can get expensive quickly! You don’t necessarily need to spend an exorbitant amount of money for a quality ceiling tile. Basic ceiling tiles are your entry-level ceiling tile and are typically purchased as a 2x4 flat panel and made from a compressed fiber-based material. The 2x4 flat ceiling panel is the most economical choice for installation, especially if you have a very large square foot area to cover. Most basic panels offer you a porous look and are typically what you would find in school classrooms, hallways and cafeterias.
If you want a slightly different look while still maintaining your budget, you can also choose a 2x2 flat basic ceiling tile. The basic tiles are also offered in the tegular version, or more commonly known as a reveal-edge version. The reveal-edge tile sits below the grid work a little bit and will give you a 3-D dimensional look. Basic reveal-edge tiles will typically cost 50% more than basic flat tiles. As you look through the Strictly Ceilings Showroom, you will see that the textures from different manufacturers are usually the same or at least very similar to each other for the basic ceiling tiles.
As the least expensive option, basic tiles offer you the most wiggle room for your budget. Consider finishing your basement or office by covering up intruding pipes, beams, and ductwork without intruding on your wallet.
Strictly Ceilings helps you choose ceiling tile from the best in the business. In our showroom, you will see tile choices from the industry’s best manufacturers like Armstrong, CertainTeed and USG. A popular option is the Armstrong Cortega tile which is economical and has a noise reduction coefficient (NRC) of .55. The USG Illusion has a light reflective rating of .84 and shares an NRC of .55. View our free video to learn more about ceiling tile performance & ratings.
Basic tile is the best, most economical choice for offices, classrooms and hotels – if you have a lot of ceiling to cover! Imagine having the ceiling in your home or office installed at a lower price than you imagined. It would be nice to have that extra money in your pocket to go toward another project! With a basic ceiling tile, this can be a reality.