Lay-On Suspended Ceiling
Lay-on ceiling systems are a type of suspended ceiling consisting of panels placed on top of the supporting grid system. In this system, the panels are positioned above the grid and are typically designed with edges that fit onto the grid. Lay-on ceiling systems offer advantages such as an aesthetic appearance and easy installation.
Components of Lay-On Suspended Ceiling Systems
Grid System
- Main Runners: Long profiles forming the primary structure of the ceiling, installed parallel to the ceiling.
- Cross Tees: Profiles connected perpendicularly to the main runners, creating square or rectangular cells for the ceiling panels.
- Wall Angles: Profiles used along wall edges to secure the grid system to the walls.
- Materials: Can be made of metal (aluminum or steel), mineral fiber, gypsum board, or PVC.
- Dimensions: Typically produced in standard sizes of 600×600 mm or 600×1200 mm.
- Surface Finishes: Can be plain, perforated, patterned, or painted.
Advantages of Lay-On Suspended Ceiling Systems
- Easy Installation and Removal: Panels can be easily placed and removed from the grid system, providing ease of maintenance and access.
- Aesthetic Variety: Offers a wide range of aesthetic options with different materials, colors, and patterns.
- Acoustic Performance: Acoustic panels can be used to provide sound insulation.
- Fire Resistance: Fire-resistant materials can be used to enhance fire safety.
- Compatibility with Lighting and Ventilation: Designs can be made compatible with lighting fixtures and ventilation grilles.
- Lightweight Structure: Panels and the supporting system are typically made from lightweight materials, which do not overly strain the building’s load-bearing capacity.
Areas of Use
- Offices: Provide acoustic and aesthetic solutions in workspaces.
- Commercial Buildings: Offer aesthetics and functionality in stores and shopping malls.
- Hospitals: Widely used in the healthcare sector due to ease of cleaning and maintenance.
- Schools: Provide sound insulation and aesthetic appeal in classrooms and common areas.
- Hotels: Deliver decorative solutions in lobbies, corridors, and rooms.
Installation of Lay-On Suspended Ceiling Systems
- Preparation: The existing ceiling surface is cleaned, and measurements are taken.
- Wall Angles: Wall angles are installed along the edges of the walls.
- Main Runners: Main runners are mounted according to the desired ceiling height.
- Cross Tees: Cross tees are connected perpendicularly to the main runners, forming a grid.
- Panel Placement: Panels are placed on top of the supporting grid.
