Suspended Ceilings Newcastle & Gateshead 

Enhancing Commercial Interiors Across the North East

In today’s competitive commercial property market, the internal environment of your premises directly influences staff productivity, customer perception, and long-term operational efficiency. Across Newcastle, Gateshead, and the wider North East, suspended ceilings have become a core component of modern commercial interiors. At North Base Contracts Ltd, we bring over 50 years of specialist experience delivering suspended ceiling systems that balance aesthetics, compliance, and technical performance.

Often referred to as dropped ceilings, suspended ceilings are engineered systems designed to do far more than hide services. When specified and installed correctly, they improve acoustic comfort, enhance thermal performance, integrate lighting and ventilation seamlessly, and provide certified fire resistance — all while delivering a clean, professional finish.

Tailored Ceiling Systems for Every Sector

We understand that no two buildings are the same. A retail unit in Eldon Square, a logistics facility in Team Valley, and a healthcare environment in Newcastle city centre all present very different technical challenges. Our role is to design and install the most appropriate ceiling system for each use case.

MF (Metal Frame) Plasterboard Ceilings

MF ceilings provide a seamless, high-end appearance and are ideal where architectural detail matters. Installed on a concealed metal framework, these systems allow for:

• Recessed LED lighting and feature lighting layouts

• Curved bulkheads and stepped ceiling details

• Enhanced acoustic and fire-rated performance

They are widely used in offices, hotels, retail fit-outs, and reception areas where a premium aesthetic is essential.

Lay-In Grid & Tile Suspended Ceilings

The most practical and flexible ceiling solution for commercial environments, lay-in grid systems provide full access to the ceiling void. We install systems using trusted manufacturers such as Zentia (Armstrong) and British Gypsum, offering:

• Mineral fibre tiles for cost-effective installations

• Metal ceiling tiles for durability and hygiene

• Acoustic tiles for sound control

• Moisture-resistant tiles for kitchens and bathrooms

These systems are ideal for offices, schools, hospitals, and industrial premises throughout Newcastle and Gateshead.

Acoustic & Hygiene Ceiling Solutions

For education, healthcare, and public-sector buildings, performance is non-negotiable. We install specialist acoustic ceilings that reduce reverberation and improve speech clarity, alongside hygienic ceiling tiles with anti-microbial and wipe-clean properties that meet strict cleanliness standards.

Compliance, Safety & Technical Assurance

Every suspended ceiling we install is designed in line with UK Building Regulations, including Part B (Fire Safety), Part E (Acoustics), and Part L (Energy Efficiency). Where required, we deliver certified fire-rated ceilings providing 30, 60, or 90 minutes of protection.

Our projects are overseen by SSSTS-qualified supervisors, with IPAF- and PASMA-trained operatives carrying out all work at height. Health, safety, and quality control are embedded into every stage of our process.

Why Choose North Base Contracts?

As a North East-based contractor, we understand local site conditions, supply chains, and programme pressures. We coordinate closely with M&E contractors, main contractors, and project managers to keep installations on schedule and disruption to a minimum.

From initial survey and specification advice through to final handover, our suspended ceiling installations in Newcastle and Gateshead are delivered with precision, cleanliness, and long-term durability in mind.