Ceiling tiles by type
Start with the room: damp spaces need moisture-resistant or PVC tiles, noisy or echoey spaces need acoustic tiles, and living spaces look best with 2x2, tegular or decorative tiles. Then compare prices across stores on each page.
All ceiling tiles
By size2x2 ceiling tiles
The most common drop-ceiling tile
By size2x4 ceiling tiles
Cheapest per square foot to install
By featureAcoustic ceiling tiles
Soak up echo and noise
By materialPVC & vinyl ceiling tiles
Waterproof and washable
By featureMoisture & sag-resistant tiles
Stay flat in humid basements
By featureTegular (reveal-edge) tiles
A recessed, upscale edge detail
By featureFire-rated ceiling tiles
For code-required assemblies
By styleFaux tin & decorative tiles
Vintage pressed-tin look
By styleWood & wood-look tiles
Warm, upscale finish
By styleBlack ceiling tiles
For theaters and modern spaces
Grid & partsDrop ceiling grid (tees & wall angle)
Main tees, cross tees, wall angle, wire
BrandsArmstrong ceiling tiles
The biggest name in ceilings
BrandsUSG ceiling tiles
Commercial-grade ceilings
BrandsGenesis ceiling tiles
Lightweight PVC and decorative tiles
Quick picks by room
| Room | Good choice |
|---|---|
| Finished basement | Sag-resistant 2x2, acoustic |
| Bathroom, laundry | PVC / vinyl |
| Home theater | Black acoustic |
| Kitchen, bar | Faux tin, PVC |
| Office | Acoustic with good CAC |
| Garage, utility | 2x4 basic mineral fiber or PVC |
What to compare on any tile
| Spec | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Size and grid width | 2x2 or 2x4; 15/16" or 9/16" grid: must match your grid |
| Edge | Square lay-in or tegular (reveal) |
| NRC | Sound absorption inside the room (0.55+ for living spaces) |
| CAC | Sound blocking between rooms (35+ for privacy) |
| Humidity / sag resistance | Essential in basements and humid climates |
| Fire rating | Class A surface burning is common; rated assemblies need matching grid |
| Light reflectance (LR) | Higher values bounce more light and brighten a room |
Where the prices come from
Each tile guide includes a Where to buy table built from retailer product feeds, sorted by availability and price, plus quick links to search Amazon, Home Depot and Lowe’s. Prices change often: always check the store before you order, and buy a few spare tiles from the same batch so replacements match later.
Need parts too? See drop ceiling grid and the calculator.