All homes must have ceilings installed. Therefore, all materials for homes, including the Ceilings, must have a fire rating. The new SANS legislation covers all these aspects, including installing Ceilings. This article will look at 5 Ceiling Options for your home. We will briefly examine Isoboard, XPS Ceilings, and a few other options for your home.
Top 5 Ceiling Options For Your Home
Over the years, we have heard various views on the best 5 Ceiling Options for your home. For this reason, we decided to look at the multiple options and their benefits. Firstly, ceiling boards have thermal insulation properties, allowing advanced indoor temperature control.
Select The Best Ceiling Option For Your Home
A quality Ceiling in your home increases the house’s resale value. There are many Ceiling options on the market. It makes sense to do your homework and select the option that will enhance the look and feel of your home and increase resale value. After all, our homes are our single biggest investment.
Isoboard Ceilings
Rhinoboard Ceilings
Suspended Ceilings
Acoustic Ceilings
Dropped Ceilings
Isoboard Ceilings
Isoboard Ceilings are classified as Thermal Ceilings because they have excellent thermal properties. First, Isoboard is available in several thicknesses, from 25mm to 80mm. The thicker the Isoboard, the higher the R-value. For this reason, we only install Aerolite or Ecose Insulation. Notably, non-combustible insulation should only be installed on Isoboard ceilings.
These Thermal Insulation products have an excellent fire rating. Another reason is the NRC ( Noise Reduction Coefficient). Therefore, it will reduce the noise from the roof, especially with metal sheeting roofs. We install these insulation materials in homes to control the temperature environment in the house.
At the same time, the soundproofing benefits are the best in SA. We install this in nightclubs and pubs to reduce noise pollution.
View our complete Isoboard ceiling range, specifications and current prices.
Isoboard Tongue Groove
Tongue and Groove Ceilings are the most popular choice for most new homes. In the mid-1950s, tongue-and-groove ceilings were very popular. Once again, the Tongue and groove ceilings are all the rage. The XPS Tongue and groove ceilings are a clean, natural fit that makes any space look stunning.
Isoboard Between Walls
Isoboard and XPS are also installed between walls to improve the indoor temperature in summer and winter.
Another use for Isoboard is insulating between the cavity spaces of the brickwork, which enhances the home’s thermal benefits. By improving indoor temperature, we reduce the need for heating and cooling.
When we fit, Isoboard Ceilings are neat and clean—no dust, no fuss. Most noteworthy, this application is far quicker than any other ceiling application.
Advantages
Homeowners can reduce the required insulation for the ceiling, as the Isoboard XPS ceilings have an R-value. Isoboard has Thermal Insulation properties. It is quick to install, thereby reducing labour costs. It is completed in a fraction of the conventional ceiling types. It is a neat, clean operation with no skimming or sanding.
Easy-to-Install Application
The Isoboard Ceilings are easy to install. Also, the application is clean and dust-free.
Disadvantages
If the fire rating is low, the Isoboard will be affected in the event of a fire. However, this is highly unlikely. Finally, Isoboard has little to no noise reduction capabilities. We insulate Isoboard ceilings and XPS Ceilings with a Class A/A 1/1 Non-combustible thermal insulation with excellent acoustic and soundproofing benefits.
Knotty Pine Wooden Ceilings
The Isoboard Ceilings are based on popular wooden ceilings with tongue-and-groove finishes. Although these Ceiling Boards are no longer used, many older homes still have them.
Isoboard Standard Application
Isoboard Installed Between Beams
Isoboard XPS Ceiling Boards 600mm Wide
For The Best Isoboard Or Rhinoboard Ceilings
Dropped RhinoBoard Ceilings With LED Lights
Dropped RhinoBoard Ceilings With LED Lights
DRYWALL PARTITIONING AND RHINOBOARD CEILINGS
Rhinoboard Ceilings
The Rhinoboard ceiling has been on the market for many years. As a result, most homes have had these ceilings installed many years ago and today. These ceiling boards are available in two thicknesses.
The 6mm boards are for standard applications, with the joints skimmed. In fact, for skimmed ceilings, the 9.5mm boards are better as these boards are more substantial and are ideal for extra weight.
Advantages: Because these ceiling boards are very high-density, they are better for soundproofing.
Disadvantages: First of all, applying these ceiling panels is more labour-intensive. Secondly, the dust and mess factor in the home is very unpleasant in existing homes. As a result, installing Rhinoboard will take a few days, considering the skimming, etc. Furthermore, there is no Thermal Insulation value on these ceilings.
Rhinoboard Ceiling Board Sizes
Ceiling Board Sizes and thickness will vary depending on the application. For example, ceiling boards are 6.4mm and 9mm thick. We use the 12.5mm Rhinoboard exclusively for drywall applications.
The Standard Ceiling board width is 900mm and 1200mm.
Types Of Applications For Gypsum Rhinoboard
There are many applications for Gypsum Ceiling boards. However, the standard application is to fit the ceiling boards in the traditional wall-to-wall application with Ceiling Cornices.
Dropped Ceilings
Dropped is a popular option that does not include cornices. The application is similar to the traditional choice; however, the ceiling does not fit wall-to-wall. Once installed, the ceiling will have a gap of 40mm between the wall and the Rhinoboard. Some homeowners opt for LED strip lights or feature lights to be fitted between the wall and the Rhinoboard. It is a neat, clean look once completed.
Thickness Of Ceiling Boards
Depending on your application, ceiling boards are available in 6mm, 9mm, and 12mm thicknesses.
Suspended Ceilings Grid
Suspended Ceiling Tiles Installed
Suspended Ceilings Grid
Suspended Ceilings
First, suspended Ceilings are not ideal for homes. We typically install them in offices, shops, and doctor’s rooms. Acoustic ceiling panels and Gypsum are also available.
Advantages: Installing suspended ceilings is a clean application, so there is no mess or fuss. Acoustic panels are ideal for doctor’s rooms, board rooms, and offices. However, non-acoustic boards have no acoustic or insulation properties.
Disadvantages: Suspended Ceilings are limited to more industrial applications.
Suspended Ceiling Board Sizes
Most suspended Ceiling Boards are 600x1200mm. However, we manufacture the 600×600 option and the custom Ceiling Board sizes in-house.
Nutek Ceiling Boards
Nutek boards have only been on the market for a few years. Most noteworthy is that these panels are not affected by water. They are ideal for outside the home under the overhang. Finally, they are installed in homes with close ceilings and roof sheeting.
Advantages: The panels are waterproof, and unlike the Rhino-board ceilings, they are neat and clean. Finally, they are ideal for pitched roofs under roof sheets.
Disadvantages: Most noteworthy, these boards have no thermal properties. Another factor is that they do not have as classy a finish as the Isoboard or the Rhinoboard.
Plastic PVC Ceilings
Plastic PVC Ceilings
Plastic PVC Ceiling Boards
Pvc Ceiling Boards offer a Tongue and Groove option or plain board. Unfortunately, PVC Ceiling Boards have a high gloss finish that is not pleasing to the eye. The average homeowner would not enjoy the bright white ceilings looking a little on the cheap side. These ceilings are typically a white sheen, a neutral white that is not overpowering.
Advantages of PVC Ceilings Boards
Budget-friendly plastic ceilings are ideal for low-cost housing and entry-level homes with high costs.
Disadvantages Of PVC Ceiling Boards
The release of chlorine is a dangerous gas used in PVC ceilings. PVC ceilings are not well known for their attractive, high-gloss finish in the home.
Ceiling Board Prices
Ceiling Board Prices will change substantially depending on the type of ceiling board. For all Ceiling Board Prices, give us a call for the best prices in South Africa. Check out our Isoboard Prices page for an up-to-date price list.
Conclusion
Although these five Ceiling options are vastly different, each has a specific application that suits it. As a result, we can choose the best one for your home. Ideally, before selecting the five Ceiling options, think carefully about what would suit your application.
Above all, think carefully and make a decision that will benefit you and your home for many years.
Additional Types Of Ceiling Material For Your Home
Ceiling Insulation is essential when fitting ceilings. The Ceiling Insulation ensures your home is more remarkable in summer and warmer in winter. There are many products on the market; however, the 135mm Knauf Ecose Insulation or the 135mm Aerolite Insulation are the best options. These insulation products improve indoor temperature and substantially reduce noise pollution via the roof space.
