Some residential and commercial properties you visit may have a unique suspended ceiling that makes you wonder, "What are ceiling panels made of?" Different tiles are made up of different processed, recycled, and natural materials that have different properties designed to affect a tile's appearance and performance. Some of the most common materials ceiling tiles are made of include:
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Cellulose
- Clay
- Copper
- Fiberglass
- Metal
- Metal mesh
- Mineral wool
- Perlite
- Plasterboard or gypsum
- PVC
- Starch
- Styrofoam
- Urethane
- Wood
Every version of ceiling tile has its own unique properties to make it suitable for different types of spaces. Ceiling tiles come at different price points with their own unique pros and cons, so when you're trying to determine which ceiling tile style is right for your space, take the time to do your research to find which one has the features you want.