Ceiling

Gypsum boards for ceilings are not only a visual highlight of any room, but they also significantly contribute to cold, fire, and sound insulation.

Gypsum boards and systems for ceilings: Safety and aesthetic possibilities

For many laypeople, ceilings are still just the surfaces in a room that are the hardest to paint and where the room lighting is installed. Architects, contractors, and modern builders, however, define ceilings quite differently today: as planable surfaces with excellent possibilities for individual room design, as aesthetically designed focal points of any room, as high-tech constructions for influencing room acoustics, and as concealed installations for complex lighting, sound, ventilation, and cooling systems.

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Where can gypsum boards for ceilings be used in drywall construction?

Our gypsum boards and ceiling systems can be used in both private and commercial spaces. In addition to their positive physical properties, they also offer aesthetic advantages, making them ideal for projects with specific requirements for material and design. Whether you opt for constructions made from standard gypsum boards or a variant in a demountable cassette system, they are suitable for a wide range of applications.

Suspended drywall ceilings – What installation types are offered?

In the past, the first suspended ceilings made of gypsum boards were simply nailed to ceiling beams or battens, and the joints were sealed with the simplest materials. Today, we have come a long way.

There are now numerous installation options that meet various needs and requirements.

The most important ones are:

• Suspension system for gypsum boards / suspended drywall ceilings: The advantages of this construction method are clear – on the one hand, suspending the ceiling of a room reduces the energy consumption required for heating, and on the other hand, it has positive effects on sound insulation and the perfect room climate. RIGIPS gypsum boards are perfectly suited for this type of construction and can be installed easily and securely.
• Cassette system for drywall ceilings: High-quality and flexible – this is what the construction method with cassette systems stands for. In heavily frequented buildings, they perform excellently when equipped with highly effective acoustic panels such as the Gyptone systems from RIGIPS. They offer maximum functionality during installation and maintenance and demonstrably ensure optimal room acoustics. In addition, Gyptone cassettes provide an extra level of comfort: these cassettes come standard with the unique Activ’Air air purification effect.
• Self-supporting ceilings: The practical alternative – In areas where it is not possible to suspend a ceiling for structural reasons, self-supporting ceilings can be used as an alternative. The supporting Rigips profiles span from wall to wall, thus not burdening the ceiling. Another advantage is the routing of installations. Since the self-supporting ceiling does not require suspensions, the entire ceiling cavity is available for installations. Additionally, this ceiling construction offers advantages in sound insulation due to its decoupling from the raw ceiling. For very large spans, our Rigips wide-span beam ceilings are used. These provide the same advantages and allow larger spans to be bridged.

Which Rigips boards for the ceiling?

RIGIPS offers a wide range of modern and functional ceiling systems for all requirements. For simple applications, these can consist of standard boards in various suspension systems. More complex constructions, for example, feature special fire protection properties.

Additionally, our range includes ceiling systems with various perforation and slot patterns (the exception for slot patterns: our seamless Rigitone systems). Technical and visual highlights are our demountable cassette system ceilings. These are available in a variety of design patterns and with planable acoustic properties – a win for architects and craftsmen.

If no visible substructure or joints are desired for aesthetic reasons, our seamless Rigitone acoustic ceilings could be used. The factory-treated Rigitone board edge provides additional processing security and thus prevents potential cracking due to processing errors.

An important aspect of any construction project involving the planning and execution of ceilings is the thickness of the gypsum boards used. This naturally depends on your individual requirements for your project. In our product database, you can research the gypsum boards and drywall ceiling systems you need.

What are current trends in the construction of drywall ceilings?

The topics of acoustics and sound insulation are indispensable in modern project realization. Whether in a home office or commercial spaces: distraction-free work with maximum concentration can only be achieved by those who are not disturbed. RIGIPS offers a variety of solutions that create pleasant room acoustics while meeting high sound insulation requirements. Rigips acoustic systems meet the highest standards in terms of material quality, variety of shapes, and acoustic results.

In terms of aesthetics, RIGIPS can also fulfill your wishes. Even our standard boards offer comprehensive possibilities for designing spaces into pleasant living and working environments. Additionally, there are special constructions, such as those with sound insulation properties or those with unique design requirements using folding and bending techniques with various friezes, steps, and edges.

In this video, you will receive a comprehensible guide for installing acoustic ceilings. Take advantage of the flexible handling and see which components you need.

What speaks in favor of drywall ceilings made of gypsum boards?

While ceilings used to be more of a necessity than a decorative element, those times have fundamentally changed. Today, ceilings fulfill requirements and tasks that significantly shape and define modern construction projects. They cater to the needs and desires of future residents or building users, playing a major role in their well-being.

Our gypsum boards offer many advantages:

Peace

In times when working from home is becoming increasingly common, aspects such as concentration and the sense of comfort in one's own home take on new importance. Even in office buildings, a noise-free or at least quiet environment is essential for productivity and well-being.

Safety

We humans always strive for safety – it's no surprise that we want to feel this sense of security in our own four walls or at work. Robustness, soundproofing, and fire protection in RIGIPS gypsum boards contribute to both subjective and objective feelings of safety.

Freedom of design

Whether in the workplace or private living spaces – individual style gives every room the character and atmosphere where one can feel comfortable. We give your ideas space and offer highly flexible options for realizing even complex projects.

Indoor climate

A healthy indoor climate is essential for spaces where people enjoy living and working. In addition to aspects like good acoustics, the quality of indoor air plays a particularly crucial role. This is an aspect we can significantly optimize with our special building materials. Thanks to the unique active ingredient in Rigitone Activ’Air, harmful formaldehyde can be sustainably reduced by 60%. A lasting effect that continuously ensures particularly good indoor air and thus greater well-being.