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ZENTIA UNVEILS DECOFRAME – A RENAMING OF THE AXIOM RANGE

 

Zentia, the UK’s market leader in complete ceiling solutions, is excited to announce the renaming of its popular Axiom range of canopies to DecoFrame. This change reflects the company’s commitment to modern design and high acoustic performance, offering customers a solution where aesthetics and functionality meet seamlessly.

Previously known as Axiom, the newly named DecoFrame line includes several key changes:

  • Axiom C Canopy is now DecoFrame Kit Classic Canopy
  • Axiom KE Canopy is now DecoFrame Kit Blade Canopy
  • Axiom Curved Canopy is now DecoFrame Kit Curved Canopy
  • Axiom Circle Canopy is now DecoFrame Kit Circle Canopy

Aesthetic Appeal Meets Acoustic Performance

Zentia’s DecoFrame canopies are designed to deliver on both style and practicality, providing a modern, striking visual appearance while maintaining excellent acoustic performance. Packaged and delivered as a kit, the canopies offer quick and easy installation. With DecoFrame, there’s no need to compromise between aesthetics and functionality.

This makes DecoFrame canopies the perfect solution for open-plan environments such as offices, schools, and public buildings, where controlling acoustics and maintaining an appealing design are critical.

Key Features and Benefits

Key features of the DecoFrame include:

  • Seamless Integration: DecoFrame canopies integrate effortlessly with nearly all of Zentia’s range of ceiling tiles, providing designers with creative flexibility.
  • Optimised Acoustics: Each canopy enhances sound control, making it ideal for open-plan spaces such as offices, schools, and public buildings.
  • Customisable Design: Available in various shapes, including circle, curved, and rectangular, DecoFrame is customisable to meet the unique needs of any project.

The DecoFrame range offers a variety of standout features designed to enhance both aesthetics and functionality. Its floating canopy design adds dimension and visual appeal to any space, available in customisable shapes like circle, curved, and rectangular forms. The frame and tile system is compatible with a wide range of ceiling tiles, offering design flexibility for all shapes, while the acoustic performance makes it an ideal choice for open-plan areas like offices and schools. Installation is simple and efficient thanks to the joggled Gridline system, allowing for quick, hassle-free setup.

Built from durable materials, DecoFrame ensures long-lasting performance with minimal maintenance. The canopies are fully compatible with DecoMesh, a range of metal mesh ceiling tiles, offering designers the option to incorporate expanded metal mesh materials for added texture and visual interest. The DecoFrame also pairs perfectly with the Prestige range, a balanced acoustical tile that comes in a wide range of colours.

The DecoFrame’s modular construction allows easy expansion or modification, making it adaptable to evolving project needs, providing a versatile and functional solution for modern spaces.

Zentia continues to lead the way in providing innovative ceiling solutions that balance design and performance. The renaming of the Axiom range to DecoFrame reinforces Zentia’s dedication to offering products that not only look great but also deliver exceptional functionality.

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ZENTIA’S FISSION FAMILY: EXCEPTIONAL VALUE AND SUSTAINABILITY

 

Zentia’s Fission family is made up of three of its most popular ceiling tiles. Offering perfectly balanced and affordable acoustic performance alongside a range of differing semi-bevelled visuals, it offers exceptional value for money across a wide range of interiors.

 

The Fission tile family is always in stock, as it is manufactured at Zentia’s manufacturing facility in Gateshead, UK. Made up of 51% recycled content, and 100% recyclable, it offers projects the ability to enhance eco-friendly credentials, with sustainable ceiling tiles. The tiles are also rated Euroclass A2-s1, d0 and come with a 30 year warranty when fitted with a Zentia grid system.

 

Fission in Practice

Farnborough International Air Show were looking for a ceiling tile solution suitable for its corporate hospitality and business chalets, used by prestigious exhibitors such as Boeing and Rolls Royce.

 

The Air Show wanted a sustainable solution, and therefore looked for a ceiling tile that they would be able to recycle at the end of the event. As a result, it partnered with Zentia to fit Fission FT, before recycling the tiles from more than 200 of its temporary corporate hospitality and business chalets and exhibition halls using Zentia’s recycling service. Find out more about the impressive undertaking in the recycling initiative at the Air Show.

 

About Fission

The Fission tile offers a classic directional fissured pattern and is available in a variety of regular and board edge varieties. It is a reliable tile that provides effective acoustic performance, successfully balancing sound retention and reverberation.

 

Fission FT

The Fission FT is the premium tile within the family, equipped with an ultra-fine, non-directional fissured pattern for seamless installation. It is rated Class C in sound absorption, which means that it can effectively absorb sound travelling through the air. It is also available in three different edge details and a choice of white and black, making it an extremely versatile option for a range of project applications.

 

Fission ND

The Fission ND is a white mineral ceiling tile with a non-directional fissured pattern to allow for easy installation. It is available in a variety of tegular and board edges and is able to boost sustainability credentials due to it containing up to 51% recycled content and being 100% recyclable.

 

No matter which Fission tile you choose, you can count on getting great value, quality, and effective noise control, all at an affordable price point. Find the perfect ceiling for your next project with our budget-friendly Fission range.

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AQUABLOC: THE HUMIDITY-DEFYING TILE FOR BRIGHT AND FRESH INTERIORS

In environments where humidity and heat reign supreme, maintaining a fresh and clean interior can be a constant battle. From spas to shower areas and other damp spaces, moisture can quickly take a toll on the building’s interior, leading to discolouration, warping and potential mould growth.

 

At Zentia, we understand the unique challenges faced by businesses that operate in these conditions, which is why we are proud of Aquabloc – our toughest ceiling tile that defies humidity and heat to keep interiors looking pristine for years to come.

Made from hydrated calcium silicate, the Aquabloc tile is a true game-changer with 100% Relative Humidity (RH) performance. This means it can endure even the most challenging environments without comprising its structural integrity or aesthetic appeal.

Whether you require a ceiling tile solution for a luxurious spa, shower facilities, or any other facility where humidity and heat are a constant, Aquabloc is the perfect answer for creating interiors that remain bright, fresh and inviting.

 

Easy Installation, Stunning Results

In addition to its exceptional performance, Aquabloc offers an easy-to-install board edge, making it simple to incorporate into any new or existing grid system. Once installed, the white ceiling tiles can instantly elevate the ambiance of interiors, adding a sense of light and height.

 

Seamless Specification

Specification with Zentia has never been easier. A team of dedicated Architectural and Design Consultants throughout the UK are ready to help with exploring design concepts or finalising specifications. You can also see us at Material Source Studio in Manchester or Glasglow, a one-of-a-kind hub of design inspiration for architects.

Zentia are partners with NBS, a free-to-use construction product platform that allows you to quickly and easily find, select and specify our products. This means you can find all of our products on NBS, with accurate and up to date specification data, making project design simple.

 

Invest in Longevity and Aesthetics

By choosing Aquabloc, you are not just investing in a ceiling tile, you are investing in the longevity and refinement of your interior spaces. Say goodbye to the constant cycle of replacement and repair, and enjoy even more peace of mind with Zentia’s 30 year warranty when used with a Zentia grid system.  Say hello to a fresh, inviting atmosphere that prevents humidity and heat from dictating the look and feel of interior spaces. Embrace the power of Aquabloc and experience the difference a humidity-defying tile can make.

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NAVIGATING HEALTHCARE ZONES

DESIGNING WITH COLOURED CEILING TILES FOR PATIENT-CENTRED CARE

 

Healthcare facilities play a crucial role in our lives, offering high-quality care when we are most in need. The spaces that are successfully designed not only provide medical treatments but also ensure patients and visitors feel comfortable and safe during their time there. One often overlooked aspect of healthcare design is the importance of a well-crafted colour palette. It can provide clear guidance and wayfinding to patients and visitors, helping them navigate the complex environment efficiently, which is why creating effective zoning in hospitals using coloured ceiling tiles can contribute to optimal acoustic, hygienic, and zoning potentials.

 

The Significance of Effective Zoning in Healthcare Settings

Effective zoning in healthcare settings is crucial for several reasons. It promotes a streamlined flow of patients, visitors, and medical staff, ensuring everyone can find their way easily and quickly, which can lead to faster treatment and improved patient satisfaction. Well-defined zones are also particularly important in healthcare settings because they can often be the background to high-stress situations, so reducing confusion where possible is advantageous. More benefits include:

  • Wayfinding – Hospitals are usually large, complex buildings and they can be daunting for patients. Effective zoning makes it easier to navigate the building; reducing stress and anxiety for everyone.
  • Infection Control – Zoning can help segregate areas, reducing the risk of cross-contamination and infection transmission.
  • Improved Acoustics –Providing clear pathways can contribute to better acoustics, reducing noise pollution, especially in sensitive areas such as recovery rooms or specific wards.
  • Efficient Use of Space – By dividing spaces efficiently, healthcare facilities can optimise the use of real estate, ensuring each area is used effectively and serves its purpose.

 

Zentia’s Coloured Ceiling Tiles: The Solution for Effective Zoning

Zentia understands the importance of effective zoning in healthcare settings and offers a versatile solution to enhance any healthcare setting in the form of its extensive range of coloured ceiling tiles. The tiles are designed with the unique needs of healthcare facilities in mind, helping them to achieve any zoning potential.

Various shapes and coloured ceiling tiles can be strategically used to mark different zones within a health facility. For example, calming, soothing lighter colours can be used in patient rooms, while vibrant, energising hues can be used for waiting areas, differentiating wards or wayfinding in corridors. Zentia’s extensive range of colours and styles allows healthcare facilities to create unique and visually appealing spaces, further aiding in zoning efforts.

The benefits do not end with zoning and wayfinding. Zentia’s coloured ceiling tiles are engineered to absorb sound, reducing noise levels in busy healthcare environments, providing a total design solution. This helps create a more peaceful atmosphere, benefitting patients’ recovery and staff productivity. It is also crucial for healthcare facilities to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness. Zentia’s ceiling tiles are easy to clean and are resistant to moisture and mould, making them an ideal choice for hospitals and clinics.

For example, Sonify by Zentia offers a coloured suspended ceiling tile solution that allows you to play with colours and configurations to create exciting acoustic solutions. The range is available in 35 colours, offering an exhaustive range of products that can be used in all kinds of applications. Our Aruba Triangle range is another coloured suspended ceiling tile solution that is available in 35 colours and comes together to create a symmetrical triangular pattern that can create a real design statement, and stand out, ideal for effective wayfinding. For zones that require more of an industrial, edgy solution, the DecoMesh range, made from galvanised steel, is available in eight different colours and with three different edge details.

Effective zoning in healthcare facilities is essential for the well-being of patients and the efficient operation of the facility. Zentia’s coloured ceiling tiles offer an innovative and practical solution to support these efforts. With their acoustic benefits, hygienic properties, and customisable designs, they are an ideal choice for hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare environments. By incorporating these tiles into your facility’s design, you can create an environment that is not only visually pleasing but also optimised for zoning, ultimately contributing to improved patient care and satisfaction.

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Zentia ceilings help Howdens with a hat trick

     

Mineral ceiling systems by Zentia feature on Howdens’ new UK logistics hub.

Mineral ceiling systems by Zentia were specified for a new UK national logistics hub for the international Howdens Joinery Group for a trio of reasons – sustainability, aesthetics and acoustics.

Zentia’s Ultima+ OP 600mm x 600mm tegular-edged tiles were installed with Axiom canopies in open-plan office and breakout areas, and as wall-to-wall ceilings in meeting rooms and toilets, at Raunds 2 in Warth Park near Northampton.

The fit out of the office space called for the use of responsibly sourced and sustainable products, aligned with the modern design aspirations of Howden’s business model. Acoustic ceilings were needed to prevent noise breakout from private office spaces and absorbing sound in the larger open-plan shared office areas. Moisture-resistant finishes were also required for the staff sanitary and changing facilities as well as the canteen space, with the modern, industrial aesthetic ensured throughout via the use of intermittent canopy-type arrangements.

Zentia’s Ultima+ range is manufactured with up to 64% recycled content and is 100% recyclable. It is available in three core densities that allow specifiers to engineer sound absorption and attenuation for optimum and balanced acoustic performance – low density Ultima+ OP, medium density Ultima+, and high-density Ultima+ dB for improved sound attenuation, up to 41dB.

The Ultima+ range of mineral tiles and planks features a bright white lightly textured surface, with 87% light reflectance. At Raunds, the white tiles in the canopies were installed under the black soffits to give a contemporary industrial aesthetic and to complement Howdens’ corporate ID.

Bespoke Construction Services’ contract director Paul Jackson said:

“On this project, co-ordination with M&E fittings was critical and the aesthetic floating look was imperative to the client. The Zentia products gave a very clean and crisp finish to all areas.”

 

Zentia ceilings were also installed for Howdens on Raunds 1. Now at 2.5 million ft2, Warth Park is considered one of the leading logistics and business parks in the UK due to its excellent connectivity adjacent to the A45, approximately 10 miles east of Northampton.

Raunds 2 forms the second of three buildings located within Roxhill Developments’ 160-acre logistics and business park, occupied and operated by Howdens as a strategic £104 million three-unit, campus-style arrangement.

The 600,000ft2 of warehouse space, built to a 15m clear internal height suitable for rack-stored raw material and product, is further supplemented by 40,000ft2 of three-storey office space, intended to create a modern and purpose-designed staff environment across three interlinked floors.

Presentation, exhibition and product launch space is supported by open plan offices, a staff canteen and refectory, as well as custom arrangements for the assimilation of several design and sales teams within a single, purpose-built facility.

The distributor was SIG in Oldbury.

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Zentia ceilings help give Custom House a new lease of life

Zentia’s acoustic ceilings star in a Glasgow landmark.

 

Mineral ceiling tiles by leading UK manufacturer Zentia have played an instrumental part in the redevelopment of Glasgow’s historic Grade A listed Custom House.

Some 3,500m2 of Zentia’s Ultima+ range features in the public circulation and corridor areas of both the Clayton hotel and the Adagio aparthotel built by main contractor McAleer Rushe as part of the £52 million landmark restoration scheme which opened in November 2022.

It was the first time architects Leach Rhodes Walker had worked with Zentia products.

 

 

Steven Allcock, senior project leader at LRW, said:

“The scheme was challenging in several ways. Firstly, we had to deal with the existing listed building and incorporate it within the overall scheme. Then there were the acoustics. With it being located next to a railway line, the building had to be designed to be isolated to avoid sound transference throughout the structure. And then there was movement tolerance of +/- 50mm in two directions and +/- 25mm in the opposite two directions.”

Ultima+ tegular-edged mineral ceiling tiles were fixed on a Prelude 24 TLS grid by specialist sub-contractors CCL Interiors. Manufactured with up to 64% recycled content and up to 100% recyclable, the Ultima+ range is available in three core densities that allow specifiers to engineer sound absorption and attenuation for optimum and balanced acoustic performance.

CCL director Ross McGonigle said:

“The Ultima+ product provided a smooth, finely-textured, clean white finish, adding brightness to the corridors whilst providing good sound absorption to the public circulation areas.”

 

The distributor was SIG (Eurocentral).

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