Direct Install Ceiling Tiles

Use a foam brush or putty knife to spread adhesive on the back of your tiles.

Direct install ceiling tiles.

Spread adhesive to the four corners of the ceiling tile about 1 inch 2 54 cm from the edges and to the center of the tile. Diyers install drywall ceilings all the time. It s not limited to the professionals. Direct mount ceiling tiles can be butted into one another and glued onto the ceiling or a specialized t grid frame can be installed.

A direct mount ceiling goes up faster and with less mess than a conventional drywall ceiling because no mudding or sanding is involved. Browse our online resources and educate yourself on how to put up your own decorative ceiling and then go to our store to get all of the supplies you need to make your dream ceiling a reality. To install mineral fiber tiles directly to existing drywall or plaster ceilings with adhesive use a recommended tile adhesive such as henry 237 acoustigum acoustical ceiling tile adhesive. Instant coverage of bad ceiling.

Constructed from durable pvc our pro lite series are designed to last a lifetime. Follow the adhesive manufacturer s instructions for application and usage. Call us toll free 800 419 1130 mon fri 8 00am 6 30pm edt. 12 x 12 ceiling tiles country classic planks.

By contrast with direct mount ceilings. Install quickly and easily with our easy up installation system for superior hold or apply directly to surface with an adhesive such as henry 237 acoustigum. But it involves heavy lifting and it s just no fun. Just follow the manufacturer s directions.

Try our surface mount direct apply ceiling tiles or planks to create the perfect finishing touch. Apply cement or adhesive to your tiles. Our panels are ready to install right out of the box unlike tin ceiling tiles which need to be painted to prevent rusting making these a perfect choice for your next diy project. Time is also saved with the ease of installation because they are light weight and easy to work with simply glue up your ceiling and cut effortlessly with a scissors.

Check package instructions to determine the correct adhesive or cement for your tile material. Whether you glue nail or peel and stick your tiles to your ceiling we want you to have the confidence you need to install ceiling tiles correctly. Tiles are placed over the t grid while tile clips are slid over the tile edge to hold them into place. An existing drywall ceiling with minor cosmetic problems can be effectively covered up with a direct mount system.

These tiles are 100 waterproof so you ll never have to worry about mold and mildew growing on your pro lite tiles they re easy to clean with soap and water unlike the standard acoustic tile which will deteriorate when exposed to water or cleaning products. 2 x 2 ceiling tiles for direct mount applications or use with existing tiles in a grid.