Recessed Drop Ceiling Tiles
This guide will outline the basics of how to install recessed lights in a drop ceiling.
Recessed drop ceiling tiles. Drop ceiling tiles overview. You can also select your preferred tile edge. Whether installing a new drop ceiling or mounting the recessed lights in an existing ceiling you need to address the electrical requirements of the lights and the additional support that each recessed light fixture will require. Armstrong ceilings uses 15 16 and 9 16 grid face suspension systems with 24 x 24 or 24 x 48 ceiling tiles.
Ceiling tiles provide the classic look of a coffered ceiling with a grid minimizing edge detail that adds beauty to any room. Drop ceiling tiles also referred to as suspended ceilings offer great benefits and come in a variety of sizes patterns materials and colors. Recessed lights look sleek and illuminate brightly without sacrificing any headroom. The lip of the tiles grip the grid while the lower hanging center.
Recessed lighting looks great in any room and it is an especially good fit for a space with drop ceilings such as a basement. Installing recessed lights has become a popular lighting option for rooms with a drop ceiling. X 2 armstrong single raised panel 2 ft. The fire retardant mineral fiber material reflects 80 of the light striking it creating a bright space to work or live in.
Recessed lighting fixtures are among the most decorative looks for drop ceiling tiles.