Open cell and linear ceilings
Open cell ceilings are metal grids of square or rectangular cells that partly screen the services above while keeping the void open for air and light. Linear ceilings use long metal strips for a directional look.
How we do it
Open cell ceilings suit shops, transport buildings and bars, where you want a finished look without fully closing the void. Painting the void and services dark makes them disappear behind the cells.
Because the void stays open, sprinklers and smoke detection can often stay at soffit level, which we confirm with your fire and sprinkler designers before setting out.
What's involved
- Square or rectangular metal cells
- Linear strip systems
- Colours to suit, often black or white
- Void and services usually painted dark
- Coordination with sprinklers and detection
Best for: Retail, bars, transport buildings and car showrooms.
What happens after you get in touch
Send the details
Room size, postcode and what you want done, through the form, the guide-price tool, phone or WhatsApp.
Free survey
We measure, check the soffit, void depth and services, and agree the finished height and tile.
Fixed written quote
Named grid and tile products, programme, working hours, and exactly what is included.
Fit and hand over
Setting out, grid, services coordination and tiles, then a clean room and the product data.
Questions people ask
Do we still need to paint the soffit?
Usually yes. With a dark-painted void the cells read as a solid ceiling from below.
Can sprinklers stay above an open cell ceiling?
Often, depending on cell size and the sprinkler design rules. Your sprinkler designer confirms it.
Is it easy to get to the services?
Yes. Cells or sections lift out or drop down for access.
Where we fit open cell ceilings
We take on open cell ceilings across England, Scotland and Wales from our base in Birmingham. See the areas we cover or send your postcode with the form.