Common problems of metal ceilings

Metal ceiling tiles, which are produced by aluminum ceiling tile machine are made from steel, tin plated steel, aluminum, or copper. They can be used in standard drop ceiling grids or nailed to the ceiling over a plywood furring or substrate.

There is a very appealing selection of patterns, colors, and styles available for customer to choose. Most often, color is applied to the tiles through powder coating – a process of baking a colored resin onto the tile to create a durable finish that won’t fade or peel. The tiles are then sealed to provide color permanence and rust resistance.

1. Can I cut metal tiles?

 Yes, you can cut the tiles using tin snips or shears made for cutting metal. Pro Tip: Measure your ceiling’s width and length, and plan your ceiling so that cut tiles of the same width and length are installed at the edges.

2. Can I glue metal tiles directly to the ceiling?

Gluing metal tiles to the ceiling is not recommended due to the weight of the metal tile. Construction glue might hold some tiles, but using fasteners is preferred.

3. Can I glue metal tiles directly to the ceiling?

Gluing metal tiles to the ceiling is not recommended due to the weight of the metal tile. Construction glue might hold some tiles, but using fasteners is preferred.

4. Can I paint metal ceiling tiles?

Yes, you can paint unfinished tiles or repaint prefinished tiles, but prime them first for better paint adhesion. If you want to know more about it, you can read how to paint the metal ceiling tiles.