MF Ceiling Systems | Plasterboard Ceiling

MF Ceiling System

The MF Suspended Ceiling System is suited for commercial & domestic applications where it is necessary for the ceiling height to vary to allow the run of services such as ducting or lighting. The MF Ceiling System provides a high-performance ceiling with fire protection and sound insulation. A suitable fixing from the structural soffit should be used and care should be taken to avoid overloading the MF Ceiling System.

What is an MF Ceiling?

Metal Frame plasterboard ceilings (MF Ceilings) combine the structural strength of metal with the versatility of plasterboard for a quick and easy-to-install, adaptable MF ceiling for both new construction and renovation projects. It is used for both residential and commercial purposes. Also very quick and easy to install. 

What is the MF ceiling made from?

MF stands for metal frame ceiling. A metal frame is built and then fixed with a plasterboard to develop a ceiling. Depending on the plasterboard used, the MF ceiling system can be made resistant to moisture, fire, and acoustics.

How do you build a suspended plasterboard ceiling system?

Suspended ceilings are a common form of dry lining and are very popular in commercial buildings such as offices and shops. You can plan on a plasterboard ceiling, but another option is to hand a ceiling grid and then fit it with ceiling tiles and lighting. 

There are lots of benefits of using a suspended ceiling system:

• Gives Fire Protection 
• Moisture resistant
• Easy Installation
• Soundproofing

How do I make an MF ceiling?

MF ceiling very simple and effective method of ceiling installation. It is very easy to install.

• First set the ceiling level
• Fit the MF6A (Perimeter channel) 
• Installation of Hangers
• Building grid frames
• Lastly, Installing Plasterboard

Applications which Suspended Mf ceiling:

• Offices
• Health care
• Industrial and retail units
• Data Centres
• Restaurants 

Advantages:

• Allows easy installation of services in the void above the ceiling.

• Suitable for fixing all types of plasterboard creating a surface suitable for decorative finishes.

• It is a fast and clean system to erect.

• Improved levels of thermal and acoustic insulation can be achieved.

• Improved acoustic performance can be achieved by using Acoustic Hangers.

• Mineral wool or fiberglass can be used to improve thermal and acoustic performance.

• Easy to cut to size using tin snips.