A suspended ceiling in the bathroom — why opt for one, and when?

Suspended ceilings are often found in homes and flats with high ceilings, as well as in plenty of offices. Interestingly, they’re by no means uncommon in bathrooms, especially those finished in a modernist style. What makes this solution modern is not only its aesthetics, but its functionality too. How do you design a bathroom with a suspended ceiling? What should you pay particular attention to? Will a suspended ceiling suit every bathroom?

Suspended ceiling for a bathroom – why is it worth it?

Opting for a suspended ceiling in the bathroom opens up a wide field for stunning, stylish schemes full of unexpected and captivating plays of light. In many buildings, especially pre-war properties and old tenement buildings (though not only), the ceiling sits relatively high, so a suspended ceiling lets you bring it down significantly.

This is appealing for several reasons: aesthetic and financial. Lowering the ceiling, especially during the heating season, helps reduce heating bills and improves the insulation of the given room, and by extension the entire flat or house. Bathrooms are no different which – even with a powerful radiator – can sometimes feel uncomfortably cool in autumn and winter, and even early spring.

The aesthetic aspect is just as important, because many people don’t enjoy being in rooms with too much empty space, where the walls seem to reach for the sky. Lowering the ceiling also reduces echo in the bathroom, which can get in the way of relaxing, whether in the bath or during your morning routine.

By choosing a suspended ceiling in the bathroom, you gain the ability to conceal unsightly elements, such as exposed pipes that spoil the look of the whole space. Any imperfections at the top of the room are hidden by a suspended ceiling like no other solution! And that’s not all!

Suspended ceiling and a small bathroom

Modern bathroom ceilings are often suspended for both aesthetic and practical reasons, yet many people wonder whether a suspended ceiling in a small bathroom is a good idea. It’s not as complicated as it might seem, because even a small bathroom can be suitable for this method, provided it isn’t too… low.

The idea is to enhance the room visually; in very low rooms, however, that rather misses the point. Such a space will feel very cramped, and spending time in it may not be pleasant, especially for those who want a bit of breathing space in such an intimate area.

So use the suspended-ceiling approach sensibly, and it will certainly help you arrange even small bathrooms beautifully. It’s also worth seeking advice from a professional before making a final decision on this method!

What to put on a bathroom ceiling – technical points, design ideas

There are truly many ways to form suspended ceilings in bathrooms, and the final shape depends on the concept and the space. The fact is that, regardless of the type of interior, much the same materials are used for this job, with a few exceptions that are worth stressing.

To build suspended ceilings you will need:

• plasterboard sheets
• jointing compounds
• UD perimeter tracks
• CD main channels
• ES hangers
• fixing screws

Bear in mind that this list needs a tweak when it comes to the plasterboard. For bathrooms, choose only boards suitable for use in high-humidity rooms. They’re treated with agents that prevent excessive moisture absorption, limiting it to the point that using plasterboard in a bathroom is safe. They don’t deteriorate, so they can be used as the material for a suspended ceiling—especially when you’re creating a suspended ceiling over a shower.

Thanks to plasterboard, you can create suspended ceilings in bathrooms with mirror or lighting panels, mixed structures (multi-level), as well as island-style designs. The latter form a central feature of the ceiling, around which it’s worth arranging suitable lighting to give the bathroom a striking character!