What is an open-cell ceiling? Features of a cellular grid

An open-cell ceiling is an open grid of square cells. Instead of a closed surface, it creates a ceiling with depth that you can look into between the cells.

Structure

An open-cell ceiling is made by joining thin aluminium profiles into square cells. The profiles have a two-layer polyester finish.

• Cell size: from 50×50 mm to 200×200 mm
• Profile: 10 mm wide, 40 or 50 mm high
• Panel: 600×600 and 600×1200 mm
• Fire rating: A2-s1,d0 (EN 13501-1)

What the open cell brings

Depth: The height of the profiles creates a three-dimensional texture overhead. As your viewing angle changes, the cells appear more open or more closed.

Air and smoke passage: Because the cells are open, air and smoke can pass into the ceiling void. This makes it a good fit where ventilation and smoke extraction are planned through the ceiling.

Ceiling void: The void visible between the cells is usually painted dark so it recedes and the grid comes forward.

Where is it used?

• Shopping malls
• Hotel lobbies
• Offices
• Restaurants

Its use in these spaces is covered in open-cell ceilings in malls, hotels and offices.

Conclusion

An open-cell ceiling creates a ceiling that breathes instead of a closed surface. For cell size and colour, read cell size and colour for open-cell ceilings, or request a site survey for your project.