What Ceilume does

Ceilume is a US-based manufacturer of thermoformed rigid-vinyl ceiling tiles and panels, headquartered in Graton, California, with a secondary showroom in Portland, Oregon. The company has operated in the ceiling products category since 1968 and currently employs between 11 and 50 people. Its product line is organized around two material series — the entry-level Feather-Light Series (0.013 in. vinyl) and the premium Signature Series (0.030 in. vinyl) — and is offered in 40-plus decorative styles, multiple solid colors, and faux wood and metallic finishes. Ceilume also sells a Transluminous line of light-transmitting panels (Translucent, Frosted, Clear) and two integrated acoustical systems (Stratford NRC.50+ and Stratford NRC.85+) that incorporate its Soniguard insulation. The portfolio is Class A fire-rated, Greenguard Gold Certified for indoor air quality, and FDA compliant for food-prep areas, and is sold for drop (suspended T-bar), glue-up (direct-mount), and wall installations.

Ceilume operates a direct-to-consumer e-commerce model through two distinct storefronts: ceilume.com for residential and retail customers and ceilume.com/pro for commercial buyers, architects, and designers, each with dedicated phone support. Distribution is augmented by a network of authorized resellers, a physical showroom in Portland, and a free-sample program supported by an online ceiling-tile calculator and a CEU course offering for design professionals. Pricing is per-unit with volume-based discounts; products are manufactured to order and ship within five business days. Revenue is generated entirely from one-time tile and accessory sales (clips, grid covers, edge trim, insulation) with no subscription or recurring component.

The buyer base is split between residential homeowners (DIY-friendly installation, basement/garage/ceiling replacement) and commercial end markets including offices, retail, restaurants, hotels, healthcare, data centers, and specialty venues such as cigar lounges. No named enterprise customers, no disclosed revenue figures, no institutional investors, and no M&A activity appear in the available data, indicating a privately held, owner-operated specialty building-products business.

Name

Ceilume

Legal name

Ceilume

Website

https://ceilume.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ceilume is a US-based, privately held manufacturer of thermoformed vinyl ceiling tiles and panels, sold direct-to-consumer online and through resellers to residential homeowners and commercial buyers including offices, healthcare, and hospitality.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural Building Products — Ceiling Tiles and Panels

akta.pro primary industry

Ceiling Boards, Plasterboard Tiles & Suspension-Compatible Gypsum Products (IMADAEAM)

Keywords

• Thermoformed ceiling tiles
• Vinyl ceiling panels
• Drop ceiling tiles
• Acoustical ceiling systems
• Decorative ceiling products

Headquarters

HQ city

Graton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Ceiling Tile and Panel Sales: One-time purchase revenue from selling ceiling tiles and panels directly to consumers and commercial customers. Products are sold at various price points based on style, collection, size, and finish. Volume-based pricing offers discounts - the more items in the shopping cart, the lower the per-unit price.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Ceilume manufactures and sells thermoformed rigid vinyl plastic ceiling tiles and panels for residential and commercial suspended-ceiling installations. The portfolio spans two main series — Feather-Light (0.013 in. thick) and Signature (0.030 in. thick) — offered in 40+ decorative styles and 16+ colors/finishes, with installation formats including Drop (T-bar grid), Glue-Up (adhesive), and Border/Edge Trim. Specialized lines include Transluminous® light-transmitting tiles, Stratford NRC.85+ and NRC.50+ acoustical systems, and accessories such as Soniguard™ insulation, Uplift Prevention Clips, and EZ-On Grid Covers.

Product overview

Ceilume is a manufacturer of ceiling tiles and ceiling panels made from thermoformed rigid vinyl plastic. The product portfolio is organized into two main material series — Feather-Light Series (0.013 in. thick) and Signature Series (0.030 in. thick) — available in over 40 styles. Products are offered in two primary sizes: 2'x2' ceiling tiles and 2'x4' ceiling panels, with installation types including Drop (suspended T-bar grid), Glue-Up (direct-mount adhesive), and Walls & Ceilings. Ceilume also offers a Transluminous line of light-transmitting panels in three variants (Translucent, Frosted, Clear) for illuminated ceiling applications, and two specialized acoustical systems (Stratford NRC.85+ and Stratford NRC.50+) that incorporate Soniguard insulation. The range spans solid colors (White, Sand, Stone, Latte, Merlot, Black), faux finishes (Metallic Bronze, Copper, Tin; Wood finishes including Sandal Wood, Caramel Wood, Cherry Wood), and translucent/light-transmitting options. Accessories include Uplift Prevention Clips, EZ-On Grid Covers, and Soniguard insulation. All products are Class A fire-rated, waterproof, Greenguard Gold Certified, and made in the USA.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Feather-Light Series: Lightweight ceiling tile collection made from 0.013 in. thick vinyl plastic; Class A fire rated, waterproof, Greenguard Gold Certified
• Signature Collection
• Stratford NRC.85+™ Acoustical System
• Stratford NRC.50+™ Acoustical System
• Transluminous®
• Soniguard™

Products and services

• Drop Ceiling Tiles
• Glue-Up Ceiling Tiles Ceiling tiles designed to be mounted directly to a ceiling surface using adhesive, offering an alternative to suspended grid systems for residential and commercial applications.
• Feather-Light Series Ceiling Tiles Lightweight ceiling tiles made from 0.013-inch thick rigid vinyl plastic, thermoformed, available in 2'x2' tiles and 2'x4' panels. Class A fire rated, waterproof, and Greenguard Gold Certified.
• Signature Series Ceiling Tiles Premium ceiling tiles made from 0.030-inch thick rigid vinyl plastic, offering greater durability and thickness than the Feather-Light series, available in 2'x2' tiles and 2'x4' panels. Class A fire rated, waterproof, and Greenguard Gold Certified.
• Transluminous® Ceiling Tiles Light-transmitting ceiling tiles and panels made from translucent rigid vinyl plastic, available in Translucent, Frosted, and Clear variants. Designed for innovative illumination schemes, wayfinding applications, and decorative lighting effects when combined with LEDs.
• Stratford NRC.85+™ Acoustical Ceiling Panel System High-performance acoustical ceiling panel system achieving the highest NRC rating in Ceilume's lineup (NRC 0.85, CAC 9), with integrated Soniguard™ insulation, for environments requiring high sound absorption.
• Stratford NRC.50+™ Acoustical Ceiling Panel System Mid-range acoustical ceiling panel system rated NRC 0.50 and CAC 20, with Soniguard™ insulation, for improved acoustic performance in commercial environments.
• Soniguard™ Drop Ceiling Insulation Drop ceiling insulation accessory that improves acoustical performance of Ceilume ceiling panels, increasing NRC ratings (e.g., Feather-Light from NRC 0.25 to NRC 0.50) and STC/CAC ratings when installed.
• Uplift Prevention Clips Black clips designed to minimize drop ceiling panel movement when wind or air pressure changes may cause uplift. One clip applied per 2 linear feet of grid where lifting occurs. Sold in cases of 50 clips with free shipping available.
• EZ-On Grid Covers Grid cover accessories designed for use in suspended ceiling installations to cover or finish the T-bar grid.
• Border / Edge Trim Tiles Specialized ceiling tiles designed for border and edge areas of ceiling installations where full-size tiles do not fit.

Quantifiable outcome

• Stain resistance: Ceilume white material resisted all contaminants except permanent marker in ASTM D1308-02 testing, while mineral fiber was stained by most contaminants
• +3 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• 9Wood: Niche manufacturer of wood architectural ceiling and wall panels for commercial interiors. Comparable to Ceilume as a specialty ceiling maker focused on aesthetic differentiation and the architect/specifier segment, though limited to wood materials.

Direct peers

• ASI Architectural: Manufacturer of architectural metal ceilings, baffles, and specialty ceiling systems for commercial and institutional projects. Directly comparable to Ceilume as a specialty ceiling manufacturer serving the same architect/specifier channel.
• Chicago Metallic: Manufacturer of suspended ceiling grid systems and metal ceiling panels, supplying commercial contractors and OEMs. Comparable to Ceilume as a complementary ceiling-systems supplier focused on the same T-bar grid + panel installation model.
• Decoustics: Manufacturer of high-end acoustical ceiling and wall panels for commercial interiors. Comparable to Ceilume's Stratford acoustical line in serving architects and designers specifying premium ceiling systems.
• Rockfon (ROCKWOOL): Stone-wool acoustic ceiling manufacturer focused on high-NRC panels for healthcare, education, and office environments. Closely comparable to Ceilume's Stratford NRC.85+ acoustical system positioning in spec-driven commercial projects.
• Focal Point Architectural Products: Specialty manufacturer of architectural ceiling systems including metal panels, light coves, and integrated lighting. Directly comparable to Ceilume for specification-grade commercial ceiling solutions with acoustic and lighting integration.

Broad incumbents

• Armstrong World Industries: NYSE-listed global leader in ceilings, walls, and suspension systems with mineral fiber, metal, and wood ceiling tile lines plus the full grid infrastructure. Directly comparable to Ceilume as the dominant drop-ceiling incumbent competing across residential and commercial channels.
• USG Corporation: Major US ceiling and wall manufacturer (now owned by Knauf) producing Sheetrock brand drywall and Donn brand acoustical ceilings. Direct competitor to Ceilume across both residential and commercial suspended-ceiling applications.
• CertainTeed Ceilings: Subsidiary of Saint-Gobain offering acoustical and specialty ceilings (Ecophon, Gyptone, Symphony) plus integrated wall systems. Comparable to Ceilume as a multi-material ceiling manufacturer targeting healthcare, education, and commercial segments where acoustic and IAQ certifications are decisive.
• Hunter Douglas Architectural: Broader architectural products business covering ceilings, walls, and window treatments for commercial interiors. Comparable to Ceilume as an architectural ceiling supplier with broader scope, especially in metal and wood ceilings for offices and hospitality.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ceilume

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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