Which false ceiling lasts longest?

In a dry room, a well-built gypsum ceiling lasts for many years. In humid areas, PVC holds up better because moisture does not damage it.

Is a PVC ceiling safe?

In the right place, yes. Keep it away from strong heat sources, and do not use it where a fire-rated ceiling is required.

Can PVC panels be fixed on an existing ceiling?

They are usually fixed to a light frame below the existing ceiling, which also leaves room for wiring.

What does a false ceiling cost for a 10 x 10 room?

It depends on the material, design and lighting. GM La Surfaces quotes ceiling planks per project.

PVC vs gypsum vs wooden false ceiling: which lasts and where

By the GM La Surfaces team · Updated 3 October 2026

Short answer

Gypsum board is the standard for dry rooms and resists fire well but dislikes moisture. PVC planks shrug off humidity and are quick to fit, but PVC burns and softens with heat. Wood-look PVC planks give the warmth of a timber ceiling without timber's upkeep. Choose by the room's moisture and heat.

Gypsum and POP

Gypsum boards on a metal frame give a smooth, paintable ceiling and good fire resistance. POP (plaster of Paris) is shaped on site for coves and curves. Both suffer in damp areas and with leaks from above.

PVC ceiling planks

PVC does not absorb water, so it suits humid spaces where gypsum would sag or stain. It installs quickly with a click system. Its limits: PVC burns and gives off harmful smoke, and it softens with heat, so keep it clear of hot lights and cooking heat.

Wood-look ceilings

A timber ceiling is warm but needs treatment against moisture and termites. Wood-look PVC planks such as GM's Sky ceiling give long, even lines (2.9 metre planks, 230 and 305 mm wide) without the maintenance. Sky ceiling is catalogued for ceilings and soffits.

Which to choose

Living room or bedroom, dry: gypsum, or wood-look planks for warmth.
Humid space, covered balcony or soffit: PVC planks.
Kitchen: keep PVC away from the hob and hot lights; ask the team about the layout.
Anywhere fire rules apply: check the rating of the specific product first.

Common questions

Which false ceiling lasts longest?: In a dry room, a well-built gypsum ceiling lasts for many years. In humid areas, PVC holds up better because moisture does not damage it.
Is a PVC ceiling safe?: In the right place, yes. Keep it away from strong heat sources, and do not use it where a fire-rated ceiling is required.
Can PVC panels be fixed on an existing ceiling?: They are usually fixed to a light frame below the existing ceiling, which also leaves room for wiring.
What does a false ceiling cost for a 10 x 10 room?: It depends on the material, design and lighting. GM La Surfaces quotes ceiling planks per project.