False ceiling serves 3 purposes: concealing wires and MEP services, improving acoustics, and design aesthetics. Gypsum board is preferred for residential because it is smooth, fire-resistant, and accepts paint well. POP is cheaper but cracks over time. PVC is moisture-resistant — best for bathrooms and kitchens.
False Ceiling Selection Guide: Living Room: Gypsum board with cove lighting + LED strip — premium look Bedroom: POP or gypsum — simple and cost-effective Kitchen: PVC or grid + tile — moisture resistant Office: Grid + mineral tile — standard commercial Bathroom: PVC — 100% moisture resistant
Saint Gobain Gyproc — gyproc.in (gypsum board brand leader)