Most Frequently Asked Questions

Our ceiling tiles are 595mm x 595mm, will 600x600mm tiles fit?
Yes, the measurement of 600mm is centre to centre of the grid, the tiles measure 5mm less.

How do I find out if the tiles I?m trying to replace are the same as the ones on your web site?
The part number on the upper side can identify the tile.

Do you have imperial sized tiles?
We can supply imperial tiles, Armstrong still produce the Tatra board in 610mmx1220mm (2ftx4ft), these can be cut in half for 610x610mm (2ftx2ft) tiles.

Do you deliver to Isle of Man?
We don?t ship directly to addresses outside mainland UK, but we can deliver to another UK address (ferry port) where you can arrange onward transportation.

How do I put flush fitting lights into the tiles?
It?s best to use plywood behind the tile to give it strength, cut a piece of plywood the same size as the tile, then cut matching holes in the plywood and the tile.

How do I install my ceiling tiles?
The ceiling panels drop into a standard grid systems, and can be installed without special tools, see our installation guide

Are there any square edge tiles I can use on a 15mm grid?
Yes, the Treetex Standard Sahara and Value Spintone Fissured board can be used with 15mm or 24mm grid

What is the ideal distance between ceiling lights?
There should be three ceiling tiles between each light unit and two tiles between light units and the wall.

How do I straighten the suspension wire?
Straighten approximately 30 meters of wire by gripping one end in a vice and the other in a power drill, leaning back, and spin until straight.