False Ceiling Cost Estimator
Add each room, choose a flat, peripheral, tray or multi-level design, and get the board area, materials, lights, paint, clear height and the total cost for gypsum, POP, PVC or grid ceilings.
1Breakdown
Area and cost by room
Room area, board area with drops, cove length, lights and cost for each room.
| Room | Design | Room sq.ft. | Board sq.ft. | Cove rft | Downlights | Cost | Per sq.ft. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living room | Tray | 208 | 240 | 42 | 6 | ₹40,830 | ₹196 |
| Bedroom 1 | Peripheral | 156 | 111 | 34 | 4 | ₹22,322 | ₹143 |
| Bedroom 2 | Flat | 132 | 132 | — | 4 | ₹17,256 | ₹131 |
| Kitchen | Flat | 80 | 80 | — | 2 | ₹10,140 | ₹127 |
| Total | 576 | 563 | 76 | 16 | ₹90,548 | ₹157 |
2Compare
Your rooms in every material
The same rooms and designs in each material, at its typical rate for your quality and location.
| Material | Rate per sq.ft. of board | Total | Per sq.ft. of room |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gypsum board | ₹90 | ₹90,548 | ₹157 |
| POP | ₹80 | ₹84,921 | ₹147 |
| PVC panels | ₹70 | ₹79,294 | ₹138 |
| Grid ceiling | ₹75 | ₹82,107 | ₹143 |
3Choose
Gypsum, POP, PVC or grid: which ceiling where?
The right material depends on moisture, how smooth a finish you want, and whether you need to reach above the ceiling later.
Gypsum board
12.5 mm board on GI frameGood for: living rooms and bedrooms; quick, clean, smooth finish.
Watch: use moisture-resistant boards near wet areas; tape every joint.
POP
Plaster on mesh and frameGood for: curves, cornices and custom mouldings.
Watch: slower and messier; needs skilled workers to avoid cracks.
PVC panels
Interlocking stripsGood for: bathrooms, balconies and kitchens with steam.
Watch: can sag in heat; plastic look; not for designer shapes.
Grid ceiling
2 × 2 ft tiles on T-gridGood for: offices and shops needing access to ducts and wiring.
Watch: office look; tiles stain if the slab leaks.
Check the clear height. Coves and trays can take 9 inches or more. Keep at least 8.5 ft of clear height, and more under ceiling fans.
4Method
How the cost is worked out
Board area first, then design work, lights and paint.
- Design work adds ₹12, ₹18 or ₹30 per sq.ft. of room for peripheral, tray and multi-level ceilings.
- Downlights include a cut-out and wiring point; fittings are added when the switch is on.
- Location scales the labour part of each rate from village 0.85 to metro 1.28.
5Scope
What this calculator does and does not do
Knowing the limits helps you compare quotes fairly.
✓It does
- Work out board area with drops and coves
- Price gypsum, POP, PVC and grid ceilings
- Add downlights, cove LEDs and paint
- List boards, bags, channels, panels or tiles
- Show clear height after the ceiling
- Give a summary, CSV, shareable link and print
✕It does not
- Design the ceiling pattern or check the frame
- Include the room's main wiring or fans
- Cover wooden, metal or stretch ceilings
- Include AC ducts, access panels or insulation
- Know your local rates; change them to match quotes
6FAQ
Questions
What is the cost of a gypsum false ceiling per sq.ft.?
As a planning figure this calculator uses about ₹90 per sq.ft. for a plain gypsum ceiling with a GI frame and jointing, supplied and fixed in a town, before paint and lights. Designs with drops and coves use more board and labour, so the cost per sq.ft. of room rises to roughly ₹110 to ₹150.
Gypsum or POP: which is better?
Gypsum board is factory-made, quick and clean to fix, and gives a smooth finish. POP is mixed and applied on site, takes longer and is messier, but moulds easily into curves and cornices. Both need a good GI frame and careful joint work.
Where should I use PVC or grid ceilings?
PVC panels resist water and suit bathrooms, balconies and kitchens with steam. Grid ceilings with 2 × 2 ft mineral fibre tiles suit offices and shops where you need easy access above the ceiling for AC ducts and wiring.
How much height does a false ceiling take?
A plain ceiling usually drops about 6 inches; coves and trays about 9 inches, and multi-level designs a foot or more at the lowest point. Keep at least 8.5 to 9 ft of clear height in living spaces.
Does the estimate include lights?
It always includes the cut-outs and wiring points for downlights. Keep Include light fittings on to add basic LED downlights and cove LED strips with drivers; turn it off if you are buying lights separately.
How is the board area worked out for coves and trays?
The flat area is length × width. Coves and trays add vertical faces around the inner edge, about 6 to 9 inches high, and a peripheral design covers only a 2 ft band around the walls. The calculator adds these faces to the board area.
Which rooms need moisture-resistant boards?
Bathrooms, kitchens and any room near a wet wall. Moisture-resistant gypsum boards are green-faced and cost a little more; the Premium quality level allows for them.
Is my data stored?
No. The calculator runs in your browser and loads no third-party scripts. Inputs leave the page only if you copy the link, share on WhatsApp or download the list.
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