• What is the actual size of your tin panels?
• What size patterns do you offer?
• What types of tin panels do you offer?
• What patterns are available in SnapLock?
• What are the general specifications of your tin ceiling panels?
• What is the proper maintenance for the finished panels?
• Do you sell light ring covers for recessed lights?
• What kind of nails should I use with the Nailup tin panels?
• How are your materials superior to your competitors', yet your prices are less?
• What is your 'Unfinished' tin ceiling panel?
• What is the fire rating of your tin ceiling panels?
• Do you offer any accessories to accent your tin panels?
• Where can I purchase touch-up paint to match your beautiful powder coat finishes?
• What are your prices?
• Do you ship samples?
• Can I return a sample if I don't like it?
• Do you have a printed brochure you can mail me?
• How long will it take to receive my order?
• Can I install your new SnapLock into a plaster ceiling?
• Can I use your product for a kitchen wall backsplash?
• What do you suggest for small rooms?
• What do you suggest for a low ceiling?
• What do you suggest for a bathroom?
• Is trim or molding necessary?
• What is filler?
• What size crown molding do I need?
• Is there an alternative to crown molding?
• What if I have existing crown molding?
• What if I want to return my product for a refund or exchange?
• What are your general policies?
• Your closeout finishes appear to be available in regular inventory. Is there a difference?

All of our tin ceiling panels measure 24" x 24" and cover 4 sq. ft. The Nail-Up panels are 24" + a 1/4" nail rail. Our Drop-In panels are 23 3/4" x 23 3/4" and fit best in a standard 15/16" grid (standard 2'x2' suspended grid system).

We offer 6", 12" and 24" patterns. 6" patterns tile 16 times per panel, 12" patterns tile 4 times per panel.

We carry all three types of tin ceiling panels:

• SnapLock: The only tin ceiling panel that can be installed directly to drywall with drywall screws.
• Nailup : requires a wood substrate for installation.
• Dropin : used in standard 2'x2' commercial suspended ceiling grid systems.

The SnapLock is available in all patterns except #9, #15, #33.

Our tin ceiling panels are the the original .010 gauge tin plated steel in the authentic 2' x 2' size representative of 'Turn of the Century' tin ceilings.

During installations, the powder coating should be protected from damage due to abrasion and materials of construction such as mortar and brick cleaning chemicals.

Once installed, maintaining the initial appearance of a powder coating is a simple matter. The tiles can be cleaned with mild soap and water. Do not use abrasive material on the powder coated finishes.

When powder coated items are installed without damage to the powder coating and they are maintained regularly, they should be relatively permanent. The correctly applied coating, although not metallurgically bonded to the metal will not crack, chip or peel as with conventional paint films.

We pride ourselves in offering authentic representations of the original product used since the 1800s. We only use real tin plated steel, not anodized aluminum, poly alloy or plastic. Our .010 (31 gauge) metal thickness is the original gauge used in turn of the century tin ceilings. We can sell a superior quality product for less than our competitors because we are the manufacturer and distributor. There are no middlemen, no gratuitous markups, and because we use our website as our virtual storefront, we minimize our overhead operating costs and pass the savings onto the consumer.

Our unfinished tin is just that, raw tin plated steel, and it looks similar to a light brushed nickel. It is beautiful all by itself, but we do recommend finishing it with at least a polyurethane clear coat for a protectant.

Click here to view a fire rating report courtesy of the United States Testing Company, Inc. This report will generally satisfy building inspectors' requests.

We offer tin crown, flat molding and filler in any of our available colors.

Our tin panel prices are listed on our pricing page.

Our Sample Packs includes six inch tin ceiling color swatches showcasing our beautiful powder coat finishes. Single panels can also be purchased for pattern and embossment sampling ($5 per pattern sample). A minimum $25 shipping and handling charge applies to any panel order other than the samples.

Ceiling purchases of over $500 can be credited for one sample pack, upon request. Full panel samples in original condition can be returned for credit once a ceiling of over $500 is purchased. Click here to read our return policies.

We do have a general brochure with information about the different tin ceiling panels and installation methods. This brochure does not delve into our color selection but can help contractors, designers and architects give their clients a better idea of what it is we offer. It is best to visit this website as it is our ever evolving virtual catalogue that is updated daily.

Orders normally takes 2 business days to process. Ground shipping is 3-5 business days. It is best to assume you will receive a placed order within two weeks. Therefore an 'in stock' item has a minimum ground delivery time of 5 -7 business days. Although we make every attempt to expedite each order, we can not guarantee delivery dates. If you are quoted a delivery date at the time of sale, that quote is tentative only and can not be guaranteed. Expedited order processing incurs a rush charge. Overnight, second day and 3rd day expedited shipping is available from FedEx, but the rates are extremely expensive. We are the manufacturer and distributor of the product, therefore we offer the lowest prices available. But our inventory fluctuates on a daily basis and product often needs to be finished per order and therefore delivery can often be delayed. Regardless, we receive several orders per week from consumers who have been waiting three months or more for product ordered from our competitors. So, even under the most stressed production conditions we still lead the industry in price, service and quality.

The Snaplock can be anchored directly into a drywall ceiling with 6 drywall screws, and generally, this installation method can be applied to plaster ceilings as well, although, you will want to use metal plaster screws in place of the drywall screws.

Pressed tin panels in a kitchen backsplash is becoming very popular in home decor. The 6” pattern is most often used for this purpose. The Nailup panel is the most appropriate product for use in backsplash installations. You simply cut and glue the tile to the wall below your cabinets, above your counter-top. Finished tiles are cleaned with soap and water. If you want to finish the backsplash with a molding, we suggest using wood. The Snaplock™ is intended for ceiling installations only, and therefore it is not recommended for a backsplash.

The rule of thumb is that any room smaller than 12'x12' should use 12" pattern. Patterns #1, #2, #4, #5, #8, #16, #18 and #24 are 12" patterns. Use small patterns to help make a small room look bigger. If you have a 10'x10' room using 24" pattern panels, you will have only 25 patterns on the ceiling (100 sq. ft. divided by a 4 sq. ft per panel is 25 panels). On the contrary, using 12" pattern panels will place 100 patterns on the ceiling and help produce the appearance of a larger room. There are 4 12" patterns per 24" tin panel. The rule of thumb is that any room smaller than 12'x12' should use 12" pattern. Areas smaller than 6' x 6' should use a 6" pattern. Patterns #3, #19, #20 and #21 are 6 " patterns.

Lighter color panels can help reduce the appearance of a low ceiling as well as 6" or 12" patterns.

Baths are the ideal place to be creative with color. They are 'private rooms' where you can make bold statements with custom colors like Mocha Gold on panel #4 or antique gold. Bathroom ceilings are usually smaller and can be dynamic with our custom designer colors combined with wallpaper or faux finished walls. Depending on the height of the ceiling, 3" or 6" crown in metal or wood will work will here. If you opt for wood crown from your local hardware store, it can easily be painted to match the tin panel colors with off the shelf spray paints.

A tin ceiling without crown molding is like a picture without a frame! Trimming out your ceiling is a very important part of the process! The tin ceiling panels often need to be cut to fit flush against the wall, and therefore trim should be applied to cover the edges where the tin panels have been cut. Even if you are using filler with a 24" pattern, you generally need trim. The only exception is when you already have crown molding installed. We manufacture metal crown in 4 ", 6" and 9 " in all of our standard colors. Wood trim is readily available at your local lumber store. Not only is wood less expensive than tin crown molding, but it is easier to work with when mitering corners. Mitering trim to inside or outside corners should only be performed by someone experienced such as a carpenter or handyman. Wood trims can be color matched using off the shelf spray paints.

If you have bigger ceiling or are seeking a specific look that requires our more ornate 24" pattern, you can easily layout the job using filler, although it takes a little more installation time and talent. Patterned and hammered filler transits from the edge of the 24" pattern to the edge of the wall, where the filler edge is covered by trim. Imagine installing 24" pattern panels in a room that measures 15'x17'. Cutting the last panels in half to fit the last foot against the wall would leave a visual inconsistency between the pattern and the trim. To avoid this, install 14'x16' of 24" pattern panels from the center out, then finish the remaining area to the wall with filler (2 runs of 14' and 2 runs of 16'). The filler will border your panels and help maintain visual consistency. Our filler ships in 24"x24" sheets and can easily be cut to fit with tin snips or a guillotine paper cutter. Mitering the corners on a 45 degree angle enhances the aesthetic.

When you are measuring for trim in your ceiling project, consider that crown molding has a projection from the wall. The distance of the projection depends upon the width of your crown. Our 6" metal crown projects 4.5" from the wall to cover the panels. The projection of the crown is important when you have a ceiling panel layout that is not flush to the wall. For instance, if your ceiling is 10' 3" by 12'3", you can can easily install a 10'x12' tin ceiling from center out and leave a gap of 3" all the way around. The crown molding will project out from the wall covering the gap and the edges of the tin panels.

Shoe Molding is the most popular ceiling trim and is the easiest to work with. It adds a subtle touch to a beautiful tin ceiling. Shoe molding is 3/4"x3/4" and is readily available from lumber stores for about 40 cents per linear foot. It works well in kitchens, baths and low ceilings or anywhere you want to avoid bulky crown molding.

No problem...this is where filler comes in handy. 24" or 12" patterns can be used. Layout the ceiling from center out to the wall. If you have a 13'x13' room, you will layout 12'x12' of tin panels. The gap of 6" around will be completed using filler. The filler is thin and will fit under the lip of the existing crown molding. When installing Nailup panels, the filler edge can be placed underneath the edge of the tin panel. When installing SnapLock panels, the filler edge should be cut to the edge of the tin panel. When using SnapLock in this situation, where the male flange meets the filler, cut off the male flange and butt the filler flush to the trimmed panel edge. Where the female flange meets the filler, the filler will slide into the flange space. Use liquid nails and a few brad nails to secure the filler.

Product can only be returned upon written authorization from American Tin Ceilings. Call us at 888-231-7500 and request a return authorization. Upon approval, we will issue an RMA number, which will need to posted on each package returned in order to receive a refund or exchange. A 25% re-stocking fee will be charged to all returned items. Freight charges cannot be refunded. Unauthorized returns will be refused. Items returned via COD freight will be refused. Packages not clearly displaying a valid RMA number will be refused. RMA numbers are valid for two weeks from the date of issuance.

Click here to read our available general policies.

We develop our own high-end industrial powder coat finishes in house. We are the only tin ceiling company to provide such a superior product and, because we continuously improve upon our product, it only gets better. This philosophy, however, means that our product goes through various iterations of development. Previous versions must be discontinued in place of the new improved versions. This is where our closeout section comes into play. We archive all of the leftover stock of previous versions of select powder coat finishes and sell them in our closeout section. We sell them at a reduced price because they can no longer be matched to the current regular inventory and there are only a fixed quantity available. Once this fixed quantity has been depleted, that specific discontinued finish can no longer be purchased.

A pneumatic brad nailer with 18 gauge T brad nails is the most common fastening method. Decorative nails like cone-head or dome-head finishing and upholstery nails are commonly used for manual applications. The nails can be dabbed with matching paint to reduce their visibility. Where can I purchase touch-up paint to match your beautiful powder coat finishes? We have matching spray paint for select finishes on our Color Matching page, otherwise bring one of your tin panels to a local hardware or auto paint retailer to acquire the closest match. Antiques will often require a multi-step finishing technique, first spraying the base coat, then misting a black overspray to simulate the antiquing. Remember, metal finishing rules apply.

We do not sell the covers for recessed lights. We do however suggest that you paint the fixture that comes with the light when you purchase them from the store. We have multiple instances within our installation videos that show this. Click here to watch one of the videos.