The document discusses different types of ceiling systems. It defines a ceiling as the inside lining of a room overhead or the upper surface opposite the floor. There are three main types of ceiling systems discussed: direct fixed, direct clipped/furred, and suspended ceiling systems. Suspended ceiling systems are supported from the overhead structural framing and are not part of the structural framework. The document outlines three types of suspended ceiling systems: jointless, panelled, and decorative/open suspended ceilings. It provides details on the characteristics and materials of each.

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The inside lining of a
room overhead
The under side of the
floor above
The upper surface
opposite to the floor
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Definition of ceiling
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Direct Direct Suspended
Fixed Clipped Ceiling
Ceiling (Furred) System
System Ceiling
System
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Types of ceiling system
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Direct fixed ceiling system
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Direct fixed ceiling system
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Direct clipped (furred)
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Direct clipped (furred)
Ceiling system
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suspended
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suspended
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A ceiling system supported by hanging it from the overhead structural framing.
A ceiling which is not a part of the structural framework of a building and
is installed below the level of the underside of the floor above or of the roof.
Definition of
Suspended Ceiling system
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1.Jointless Suspended Ceiling
2.Panelled Suspended Ceiling
3.Decorative & Open
Suspended Ceiling
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Types of suspended
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• provide continuous and jointless surface
• fulfill fire resistance requirement
• provide a robust form of suspended ceiling
Types of suspended
Ceiling system : Jointless suspended ceiling
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• These types of ceilings have fully concealed suspended
framing
Types of suspended
Ceiling system : Jointless suspended ceiling
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•Directly
supported by rods
or ties from above
these
• Provide the fixing
for the furring
channels sheets,
e.g. plasterglass,
F.C. , sheeting and
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plasterboard
• The joints in
these being filled
and flush finished.
Types of suspended
Ceiling system : Jointless suspended ceiling
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• Most popular form of suspended ceiling consist of grid
framework.
• levelling use water level and laser beam.
Types of suspended
Ceiling system : Panelled suspended ceiling
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• easy to install and provision for maintenance access.
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• The covering can be tile, tray board, strip format in
wide variety of materials.
Types of suspended
Ceiling system : Panelled suspended ceiling
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Typical support details
Types of suspended
Ceiling system : Panelled suspended ceiling
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Types of suspended
Ceiling system : Panelled suspended ceiling
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Types of suspended
Ceiling system : Panelled suspended ceiling
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Types of suspended Ceiling system :
Decorative + open suspended ceiling
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• Fire protection. Differing levels of fire protection are obtained from the various
types of ceiling available
• Acoustics. The right suspended ceiling can achieve the balance between
intelligibility, privacy and concentration needed in different workspaces
• Light reflectance. A ceiling with that reflects more light can reduce lighting and
electricity costs
• Humidity resistance. Kitchens and washrooms may require ceilings that can
withstand high levels of air humidity
• Environments that are subject to a lot of dirt such as certain manufacturing sites may
need ceilings that can resist dirt and are easy to clean
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• Anti-microbial performance. The control of biocontamination is essential
in healthcare settings such as hospitals and commercial kitchens
• Durability – How the product selected will stand up to usage during its designed life
span.
• Accessibility and maintenance, decorative and functional.
Types of suspended
Ceiling system : the characteristics consideration
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