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Special Problems in Building Construction

False Ceiling
Cairo University
Faculty of Engineering
Credit Hours System
ABT
Presented by/to
By:
Hany Mohamed El-Dorry
Hazem Ossama Mohamed
Karim Mohamed Naguib
Mark Joseph Naguib
Mohamed Adel Habib
Mohamed Saeed Sharaan

To:
Prof. Dr. Ahmed Abdelghafar
Index
Introduction
Types of false ceilings
Difference between types
Installation
Problems
Prices
References
Introduction
A dropped ceiling is a secondary ceiling, hung
below the main (structural) ceiling. They may also
be referred to as a drop, false, or suspended
ceiling, and are a staple of modern construction
and architecture.


Introduction

False ceilings are used in special cases such as:

Hiding system connections (electric wires, ac
connections, ductsetc)
Lighting systems
Interior decorations
Acoustic control
Special design cases
Types
Tiles

Gypsum boards

Strips

Mix
Differences

False ceiling systems differ in material, shape and
color, while they all have the suspension grid in
common.

1. Tiles


60x60 60x120 cm2
Metal, gypsum, mineral fibers, wood
Needs complimentary accessories
Open variety in colors

Differences
2. Gypsum board
300x120 cm2
Colors: red (fire resistant), green (humidity
resistant), white (moderate resistance)
No accessories applied

Differences
3. Strips
Metal, wood
No accessories applied

Installation
Go to the company with your plan
Dimensions dont have to be accurate,
considering installation takes place on site.
Based on dimensions and
chosen materials, prices
are determined.
Suspension grid consists
of main rods and
secondary rods.
Installation
Suspension grid is supported in the main ceiling
by three ways: metal wires, two rods connected
together (Asfoora), threaded rod (teesh).





Put up L shaped supports to maintain an aligned
ceiling.

Installation
Gypsum board:
Installed directly on the nodes of the suspension
grid by gypsum nails.
Installation
Cover gaps with scotch tape, then apply paste
on the ceiling thoroughly aligning it.
Paint the ceiling with chosen
materials and colors.
Gypsum board is light weight.
Can easily be cut.

Installation
Tiles
Needs complimentary accessories.
T sections are installed every 120x60 or 60x60
cm dividing the grid into portions.
Installation

Install tiles on top of T section grid.


Installation
There are different ways to lay
down the tile, depending on
tile shape.




Metal: acoustic controller,

Installation
Strips
Same way as tiles but with different grid shape

Choosing suitable type
Decoration
Residential/Workplace
Acoustics Lighting Hiding
systems
Functio
n/
Types
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Tiles
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Gypsum
boards
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Strips
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mix
Problems
General problems:
Rarely faces problems after installation.
In case of problem, like disintegration of grid or
tile replacementetc, a maintenance opening is
applied.


During-Installation problems:

Sometimes the ceiling is inclined so we have to
adjust grid levels.




T sections could be inaccurate, causing large
gaps.

Prices
Gypsum board:
70-100 L.E./m2
110-140 L.E./m2
Depending on shape and material
Tiles:
60-150 L.E./m2 (metal)
40-70 L.E./m2 (mineral fibers)
20-30 L.E./m2 (gypsum)
Strips:
100-150 L.E./m2

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