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Metal Ceilings: Tiles, Baffle, Open-Cell and Strip Systems
Jawdah metal ceilings are factory-made suspended ceiling systems in aluminium, galvanised steel and stainless steel, supplied as tiles, baffles, open-cell grids and linear strips together with their suspension components.
- Families
- Tiles, baffle, open-cell, strip
- Tile materials
- Aluminium, galvanised steel, stainless steel
- Tile thickness
- 0.4 mm up to 1.0 mm
- Aluminium colours
- Up to 110 on request
- Strip profiles
- 84C/184C, 84R/134R, 150V/200V
Metal ceilings are suspended ceilings made of formed metal elements hung below the structural soffit. Jawdah produces them as lay-in and clip-in tiles (aluminium, galvanised steel, stainless steel), aluminium baffles on a V-carrier, aluminium open-cell grids with 50, 75 or 100 mm cells, and C, R and V aluminium strip ceilings. Choose by the look you need, the access required to services, acoustic demand and the humidity or hygiene level of the room.
Jawdah Industrial Co. Ltd. manufactures four families of metal ceiling for commercial, institutional and industrial interiors in Saudi Arabia: modular metal ceiling tiles, aluminium baffle ceilings, aluminium open-cell ceilings and aluminium strip ceilings. Each family has its own suspension logic, its own sizes and its own visual result, so the first decision on a project is which family fits the space, not which colour to choose.
This page explains how the families differ, which materials and standards apply to each, and which suspension system carries them; detailed specification tables are on the individual product pages linked below.
What counts as a metal ceiling
A metal ceiling is a secondary ceiling built from thin, coated metal elements that hang from the main structure on rods and carriers. The void above stays free for ductwork, cabling, sprinkler pipes and lighting, and the metal elements can be removed to reach those services. Compared with a continuous plastered ceiling, a metal ceiling is modular: it is assembled from factory-finished parts and taken apart again without cutting.
Metal is chosen where a ceiling must stay dimensionally stable in humid conditions, tolerate regular cleaning, and keep a consistent factory finish over large areas. The trade-off is that the system has to be planned around module sizes, suspension spacing and service openings before installation starts, because the components are produced to set sizes.
Jawdah metal ceiling range at a glance
The Jawdah range covers ten metal tile products, one baffle system, two open-cell configurations and three strip profiles. Tiles are produced in aluminium alloys 3005, 3105 and 1100, in galvanised steel complying with ASTM A653M, and in stainless steel grades 201 and 304. Tile thickness runs from 0.4 mm up to 1.0 mm, with other thicknesses available on request.
Aluminium products are offered in five standard colours for tiles, with up to 110 colours depending on quantity and client request. Galvanised steel tiles are white as standard and can be produced in any RAL colour on request. Stainless steel tiles have a matte finish. Each system is supplied with its matching suspension components and hanging accessories.
- Metal ceiling tiles: lay-in (exposed T15/T24 grid) and clip-in (concealed), plain or perforated.
- Aluminium baffle ceiling: U-panel in 40x10 mm or 50x10 mm, panel length 2400 mm, on a V-carrier.
- Aluminium open-cell ceiling: lay-on tiles 600x600 mm or continuous ceilings, cells 50x50, 75x75 or 100x100 mm.
- Aluminium strip ceilings: C-type (84C/184C), R-type (84R/134R) and V-type (150V/200V).
Plain metal tiles suit corridors, retail units, back-of-house areas, computer rooms and wet rooms where a flat, washable surface and quick access matter. Perforated tiles are used in offices, meeting rooms, hospitals, schools and airports where reverberation must be controlled. Stainless steel tiles are named for kitchens, bathrooms, hospitals, laboratories and the food and beverage industry.
Baffle and open-cell ceilings are used in malls, supermarkets, halls, shops, offices, airports and exhibition centres, where a high or busy volume needs visual structure without closing the ceiling. Strip ceilings add bathrooms, kitchens, wet areas and outdoor soffits such as canopies to that list, because the linear panels shed moisture and are easy to wipe.
The families differ first in what you see from below. Tiles produce a closed, flat ceiling divided into modules. Baffles and open-cell grids leave the void partly visible, which makes the ceiling read as a layer of lines or cells rather than a surface. Strip ceilings produce a closed or near-closed plane of long parallel lines.
They also differ in how the ceiling is opened for maintenance. Lay-in tiles lift out of the grid by hand; clip-in tiles are demountable from a concealed carrier; open-cell lay-on tiles sit on a T-grid; strips are released from their carriers one by one.
| Family | Visual result | Material | Suspension | Typical sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal ceiling tiles | Closed modular plane, visible grid (lay-in) or flush (clip-in) | Aluminium, galvanised steel, stainless steel | T-24 & T-15 grid, or concealed Clip-In system | 600x600, 600x1200, 300x1200 mm (lay-in) |
| Aluminium baffle ceiling | Open linear fins with visible void | Aluminium alloy 3005, 3105 | V-carrier, hot-dip galvanised steel | U-size 40x10 / 50x10 mm, length 2400 mm |
| Aluminium open-cell ceiling | Open grid of square cells | Aluminium alloy 3005, 3105 | T-24 & T-15 grid (lay-on tiles) | Cells 50x50 / 75x75 / 100x100 mm |
| Aluminium strip ceiling | Long parallel lines, closed plane | Aluminium alloy 3005, 3105 | C, R or V carrier, 4000 mm length | 84C/184C, 84R/134R, 150V/200V |
Choosing a family: a short decision guide
If the brief is a calm, closed ceiling with frequent access, start with metal ceiling tiles, then choose lay-in for exposed grid or clip-in for a flush plane. If the brief asks for depth, rhythm or a semi-open soffit in a large hall, compare the aluminium baffle ceiling with the open-cell ceiling. If the space is long and linear, or the ceiling extends to a covered outdoor soffit, look at aluminium strip ceilings.
| Project need | Start with |
|---|---|
| Flat ceiling, frequent access, exposed grid acceptable | Lay-in metal tiles |
| Flush ceiling with no visible grid | Clip-in metal tiles |
| Open, linear look in malls or airports | Aluminium baffle ceiling |
| Open grid that hides services but keeps the void ventilated | Open-cell ceiling |
| Linear closed ceiling, wet areas or outdoor soffits | Strip ceiling C, R or V |
| Hygiene-critical kitchens or food areas | Stainless steel tiles |
Confirm the selection for your project with the Jawdah team.
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Metal Ceilings: Tiles, Baffle, Open-Cell and Strip Systems
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Which suspension system carries which ceiling
Each family has a dedicated carrier, which is why a ceiling family cannot simply be swapped late in design. Lay-in tiles and open-cell lay-on tiles rest on the exposed T-grid system in T-24 or T-15. Clip-in tiles clip onto the concealed Clip-In suspension system. Strips snap onto C, R or V carriers from the strip ceiling suspension range, and baffles hang from a V-carrier with 25 mm punch spacing.
| Ceiling | Carrier / grid | Hanging accessories |
|---|---|---|
| Lay-in tiles, open-cell lay-on tiles | T-grid T24/T15: Main Tee, Cross Tee 120, Cross 60, wall angle | Rod hangers, adjustment clips & anchor bolts |
| Clip-in tiles | Clip-In standard or advanced system: spring tee, joiner, C-channel (advanced), U-shape wall angle | Rod hangers, adjustment clips & anchor bolts, or omega clip, C-channel clip, threaded rod, nut, drop anchor |
| Baffle ceiling | V-carrier, 4000 mm, hot-dip galvanised steel 0.55 mm | Rod hangers, adjustment clips & anchor bolts |
| Strip ceilings | C, R or V carrier, 4000 mm, 0.55 mm; border / wall angle | Suspension accessories |
Aluminium, galvanised steel or stainless steel
Aluminium is used across all four families. It is light, does not rust, and carries a pre-painted polyester coating according to EN 1396, so the colour range is wide. Galvanised steel is offered for tiles only; it is a heavier, stiffer substrate protected by its zinc layer and a powder or pre-painted coating. Stainless steel is offered for plain tiles where hygiene and corrosion resistance come first, such as kitchens and food areas.
Each material has its own test references, and they must not be mixed. Aluminium raw material is stated as Class 0 as per BS 476 Part 7-1987. Galvanised steel raw material is stated for fire propagation as per BS 476 Part 6 – 1989 and surface flame spread Class 1 as per BS 476 Part 7 – 1997. For stainless steel the master data lists fire, moisture and corrosion resistance of the raw material without a class.
Tile materials and their stated references (raw material scope) Material Grade / standard Colour / finish Fire reference (raw material) Aluminium Alloy 3005, 3105, 1100; ASTM B 209, EN 1396 5 standard colours, up to 110 on request Class 0 as per BS 476 Part 7-1987 Galvanised steel Complies with ASTM A653M White standard, any RAL on request BS 476 Part 6 – 1989; Class 1 BS 476 Part 7 – 1997 Stainless steel Grade 201 & 304; ASTM A240/A240M, A370, A480/A480M, A484/A484M, A666 Matte finish Fire, moisture and corrosion resistance stated, no class Alloy 1100 applies to plain aluminium tiles; perforated aluminium tiles are listed in 3005 and 3105.
Standards and test references, kept to their scope
Every fire, humidity and reflectance value in the Jawdah metal ceiling data is stated for the raw material, not for an installed ceiling assembly. Aluminium products reference humidity resistance according to ASTM D 2247 and a light reflectance of more than 0.75 according to ASTM E 1477-98 for tiles, baffles and open-cell, while strip ceilings state a light reflectance of more than 0.8 according to ASTM E 1477-98 and humidity resistance up to 1000 HRS according to ASTM D 2247.
Galvanised steel tiles state humidity resistance up to 1000 HRS according to EN ISO 6270-2. When a project specification asks for system-level fire performance, that requirement has to be checked against the project's own design and test documents; the raw-material classes on this page do not replace it.
Design decisions to settle early
Fix the ceiling family against the reflected ceiling plan before services are coordinated. Light fittings, diffusers, sprinkler heads and access points must land inside a tile module, between baffles or within a strip pattern, and each family gives a different set of positions. Changing family after services are set out usually means re-cutting the layout.
Decide where acoustic absorption is needed and specify perforated tiles or perforated strips only in those zones. Agree colours early: the five standard aluminium tile colours and white galvanised steel are the simplest route, while special colours depend on quantity.
- Module or strip direction relative to the longest room axis.
- Exposed grid versus concealed ceiling plane.
- Plain or perforated face, and the zones for each.
- Humidity, hygiene and cleaning regime of the room.
- Service access frequency and positions.
Cleaning and service access
Metal ceilings are listed as easy to clean, and the coated or stainless surfaces can be wiped with mild, non-abrasive cleaners suited to the coating. Perforated elements with acoustic tissue on the back should be cleaned from the face only so that the backing stays dry and intact. When you remove a tile, strip or baffle for maintenance, refit it in the same carrier position so that lines and joints stay true.
The most frequent mistake is treating all metal ceilings as interchangeable and specifying a tile type with the wrong carrier, for example a clip-in tile on an exposed T-grid. The second is quoting a fire class from one material on a ceiling made of another, such as writing the aluminium Class 0 reference against galvanised steel tiles. The third is assuming that perforation alone gives a known sound absorption figure; the absorption depends on perforation, backing and ceiling void, and the master data does not give an NRC for metal products.
- Mixing a lay-in tile with a concealed carrier, or the reverse.
- Applying aluminium test references to steel products.
- Specifying perforated ceilings everywhere instead of where acoustics matter.
- Leaving service positions until after the ceiling family is fixed.
- Ordering special colours without allowing for quantity.
Jawdah produces the ceiling elements and the matching suspension systems and hanging accessories, so tiles, carriers and grid come from one supplier and are specified together. Technical documents named in the Jawdah data, including the Metal Ceiling System Catalogue and the Technical Data Sheet for each product, are available on request from the Jawdah team, and installation manuals and test reports are available in hard copy.
Key facts
- Jawdah Industrial Co. Ltd. manufactures metal ceiling tiles, aluminium baffle ceilings, aluminium open-cell ceilings and aluminium strip ceilings.
- Jawdah metal ceiling tiles are produced in aluminium, galvanised steel and stainless steel, in lay-in and clip-in versions.
- Jawdah tile thickness ranges from 0.4 mm up to 1.0 mm, with other thicknesses available on request.
- Jawdah aluminium ceiling raw material is stated as Class 0 as per BS 476 Part 7-1987.
- Jawdah galvanised steel tiles comply with ASTM A653M and state humidity resistance up to 1000 HRS according to EN ISO 6270-2 (raw material).
- Jawdah stainless steel ceiling tiles are made in grades 201 and 304 with a matte finish.
- Jawdah strip ceilings are offered as C-type 84C/184C, R-type 84R/134R and V-type 150V/200V.
- Jawdah open-cell ceilings are offered with cell sizes of 50x50, 75x75 and 100x100 mm.
RFQ / BOQ checklist
- Ceiling family: tiles, baffle, open-cell or strip
- Material: aluminium, galvanised steel or stainless steel
- Installation type: lay-in, clip-in, lay-on, carrier-mounted
- Face: plain or perforated, with acoustic zones marked
- Module or profile size and thickness
- Colour: standard, RAL or special colour, with quantity
- Suspension system and accessories required
- Ceiling area per zone and total quantity
- Reflected ceiling plan with service positions
- Project location and delivery site in Saudi Arabia
Jawdah manufactures metal ceiling tiles (lay-in and clip-in, plain and perforated) in aluminium, galvanised steel and stainless steel, aluminium baffle ceilings, aluminium open-cell ceilings, and aluminium strip ceilings in C, R and V types.
Stainless steel tiles are listed for kitchens, bathrooms, wet areas and the food and beverage industry. Aluminium and galvanised steel tiles and aluminium strip ceilings are also listed for kitchens and wet areas. Moisture resistance is not the same as watertightness, so detailing at junctions still matters.
A baffle ceiling uses parallel vertical U-panels hung from a V-carrier, so it reads as lines in one direction. An open-cell ceiling forms a grid of square cells, 50x50, 75x75 or 100x100 mm, so it reads as a uniform mesh-like plane.
The aluminium raw material is stated as Class 0 as per BS 476 Part 7-1987, with surface flame spread test Class 0 as per BS 476 Part 6 & 7. These references describe the raw material, not a complete ceiling assembly.
Perforated tiles and perforated strips are offered for acoustic use, with circular perforation Ø 1.8 mm and acoustic black tissue on the back. The Jawdah data does not give an NRC value for metal products, so the acoustic result should be assessed for the project.
Lay-in tiles and open-cell lay-on tiles use the T-24 or T-15 T-grid. Clip-in tiles use the concealed Clip-In system in standard or advanced configuration. Baffles use a V-carrier, and strip ceilings use the C, R or V carrier that matches the strip profile.
Aluminium tiles come in five standard colours and can be produced in up to 110 colours depending on quantity and client request. Baffle and open-cell products are white as standard with up to 110 colours, strip ceilings are available in 110 colours, and galvanised steel tiles are white with any RAL colour on request.
Yes. The Metal Ceiling System Catalogue and a Technical Data Sheet for each metal ceiling product can be requested from the Jawdah team. Installation manuals and test reports are available in hard copy.
Jawdah Industrial Co. Ltd. is a Saudi manufacturer and supplies its metal ceiling systems to commercial, industrial and public projects in the Kingdom. Send your drawings or BOQ to the team to confirm the system and quantities.
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