‘Tin’ ceilings made from aluminium
‘Tin ceilings’ are no longer made of tin! An aluminium alloy has now been created to especially suit art metal ceilings. Aluminium is a corrosion resistant, durable product which doesn't rust, unlike steel which is used by some manufactures of pressed tin. The panels are still widely known as pressed tin even though they are not made from tin.
Painting an ornate, aluminium ceiling in fine detail is easy because it is painted before it gets fixed to the ceiling. Painting an ornate plaster style ceiling is very difficult because it requires special equipment otherwise you will quickly get a sore back and a sore neck. Oil based paints are recommended.
When this special aluminium alloy is pressed into the various designs it hardens substantially and holds its shape exceedingly well.
There is now an enormous range of patterns available and these patterns can be arranged in an endless variety of designs to suit your ceiling. There are designs suited to both commercial and residential buildings. Plus, there are contemporary designs as well as traditional patterns.
Aluminium ceilings won't rust, they won't crack and they won't fall off. The material they are made from is non-porous, so it resists moisture and odour. If water enters your roof and if you can remove it promptly, you will have no damage to your ceiling. You certainly can't say that about most other types of decorative ceilings. Anyone who restores buildings will tell you that ceiling restoration is a major cost and time factor issue for them. Install an aluminium ceiling and you won't be facing any ceiling restoration problems in later years.
Additionally, aluminium ceilings move and flex with the structure. So, if you are in cyclone or tornado areas, you will find these products particularly suitable.
Ornate aluminium ceilings, from Heritage Ceilings will add more value to your property than they cost. They can be painted in myriad ways, creating works of art on your ceiling. Their value becomes priceless. Stunning results are being obtained by the average home handyman.
2-Aug-2006