Ceilings undoubtedly create an effect on the interior of a home, besides concealing the underside of the upper floor—wiring, plumbing and ducts. Some types of ceiling are simple, flat and barely get noticed, but there are some that are distinctively attractive and decorative and grab our attention. They can also prevent heat from under the roof to come inside the building.

There are many types of ceiling used currently.

1. Conventional ceiling. This type of ceiling is a flat, seamless surface. It is the ceiling type commonly used in homes. The materials used are gypsum or fiber cement board held with a C-line frame which attached to the roof structure.

2. Suspended or false ceiling. This is one of the most popular types of ceiling used because the price is rather cheap compared to other types of ceiling. It is also easy to do maintenance work for pipes or wiring. The ceiling material is hung on a T-bar grid below the existing ceiling.

3. Cove or step ceiling. The concept of cove or step ceiling is one that elevates towards a center in a gradual manner. It gives a prominent and luxurious look. Sometimes a mold is also used for a beauty’s sake.

4. Concealed light ceiling. A bulk is hidden on this type of ceiling and the light is reflected on the floor. The main purpose is for decoration not lighting

5. Soffit. This type of ceiling is an external ceiling used to cover under the eave. It can use to protect insects from coming into the building and ventilate the weather from under the roof.

Ceiling materials.

There are many kinds of ceiling materials’

-Wood: Wood can be used for interior or exterior ceiling. Wood is naturally beautiful but the price is high.

- Gypsum board, There are two main types of gypsum boards—normal and moisture resistant. They can be used both for interior and exterior ceiling. They are light weight, easy to install and various texture and size for selection.

-Fiber Cement board. The advantages of fiber cement are moisture resistant, durable and inflammable but it looks ugly with the seam between each board. It is used in the place like the soffit or the garage where beauty is not the main purpose.

Vinyl. Vinyl is mostly used for soffit because it is light-weight, moisture resistant, durable, easy to install and various styles for selection.

Ceiling work is a kind of sophisticated work so skilled workers are needed to do the job. Ceiling can greatly enhance the look of a room or a house.