Middle Atlantic Nivo 15/16 1 Drop Silver Gray - AUNV221DG1SLG

Middle Atlantic AUNV221DG1SLG Nivo Acoustic Ceiling Tile, 2x2, 1-Inch Drop, Silver Gray

The Middle Atlantic AUNV221DG1SLG is a 2' x 2' acoustic ceiling tile from the Nivo series, designed for 15/16" layin grid systems with a 1-inch drop profile. Built from 100% recycled PET felt polyester, it fits directly into standard commercial suspended ceiling grids — the kind found in conference rooms, open offices, command centers, and AV-integrated spaces where acoustic performance and clean aesthetics matter alongside the technology overhead.

Overview

Drop ceilings in AV and security deployments carry real acoustic workload: speaker bleed, HVAC noise, and hard surfaces all degrade intelligibility in video conferencing rooms and monitoring centers. The AUNV221DG1SLG addresses that at the ceiling plane itself, using a PET felt tile that absorbs rather than reflects. The silver gray colorway blends into most commercial ceiling grid environments without standing out against standard white or gray hardware.

Key Features

• 15/16" Layin Mounting: Fits the most common suspended ceiling grid standard in North American commercial construction — no adapter hardware, no modification. Drop the tile into the existing 15/16" tee grid and it seats flush. This matters in retrofit deployments where grid replacement isn't on the table.
• 1-Inch Drop Profile: At just 1 inch of drop (2.5 cm depth), the AUNV221DG1SLG stays shallow above the grid plane. In plenum spaces with tight clearance — cable trays, conduit runs, or above-ceiling equipment — the low profile reduces interference with existing infrastructure.
• 2' x 2' Tile Format (60.33 x 60.33 cm): Matches the standard 2x2 ceiling module used across most commercial office, education, and government facilities. Swaps directly with existing tiles without reframing the grid.
• PET Felt Construction (100% Polyester): The felt material absorbs mid-to-high frequency sound — the frequency range most responsible for speech intelligibility problems. In rooms where wall-mounted displays, speakers, and microphone arrays are installed, ceiling absorption reduces the reverb that degrades call quality and VMS audio analytics accuracy.
• Silver Gray Color: A neutral commercial finish that reads as a standard ceiling tile at distance. Works alongside white or gray ceiling grid systems without requiring color-matched hardware sourcing.
• Compact Body (2" H x 2" W x 1" D): The tile body dimensions confirm the shallow, flat profile. Install without concern for depth clearance in standard plenum heights.

Integration & Compatibility

The AUNV221DG1SLG is compatible with any standard 15/16" layin suspended ceiling grid — the dominant grid format in commercial and institutional construction. It is part of Middle Atlantic's Nivo acoustic ceiling tile line, which is designed for AV infrastructure environments including conference rooms, training centers, and integrated security operations centers. When specifying acoustic treatments for a surveillance or monitoring space, pair this tile with appropriate ceiling mounts and cable management to maintain both acoustic performance and clean above-ceiling routing. Consult your AV installation planning resources for room acoustic treatment guidelines when combining hard-surface panels with PET felt tiles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What ceiling grid size does the AUNV221DG1SLG fit?

A: The AUNV221DG1SLG is designed for 15/16" layin suspended ceiling grids, which is the standard commercial grid size in North America. No adapters are required.

Q: What are the tile dimensions?

A: The tile covers a 2' x 2' (60.33 x 60.33 cm) ceiling module. The body measures 2 inches high by 2 inches wide with a 1-inch drop depth.

Q: What material is the AUNV221DG1SLG made from?

A: It is constructed from PET felt, which is 100% polyester. PET felt provides mid-to-high frequency sound absorption suited to commercial AV and conferencing environments.

Q: Is this tile suitable for outdoor or humid environments?

A: The evidence does not specify an environmental rating for moisture or outdoor use. The AUNV221DG1SLG is designed for interior commercial suspended ceiling applications.

Q: Can this tile replace standard commercial ceiling tiles in an existing grid?

A: Yes. It fits standard 15/16" layin grids and matches the 2x2 module format, so it drops in as a direct replacement for existing tiles in that grid type.

Marty Allison

The AUNV221DG1SLG is a straightforward specification item, but the 15/16" layin format is what makes or breaks compatibility — if your facility runs a 9/16" slim-line grid, this tile won't seat correctly, and that's the first thing to confirm before ordering multiples for a large room deployment.

Technical Highlights:

• PET Felt Material: 100% polyester construction absorbs sound at the ceiling plane — relevant in operations centers and conference rooms where speaker bleed and room reflections degrade microphone pickup and VMS audio analytics.
• 1-Inch Drop Profile: At 1 inch (2.5 cm), the tile sits shallow in the plenum. In retrofit projects where above-ceiling cable trays and conduit already crowd the space, this low drop reduces conflicts with existing runs.
• 2x2 Format: The 60.33 x 60.33 cm footprint matches the standard North American commercial ceiling module — compatible with the grid systems in the majority of commercial office, government, and institutional builds without reframing.

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify your existing grid is 15/16" layin before specifying the AUNV221DG1SLG. The Nivo line is built specifically for this grid type — a 9/16" or 1-1/2" grid requires a different tile selection.
• The evidence does not include a moisture or humidity rating. Do not specify this tile for above-ceiling environments subject to condensation, roof leaks, or mechanical room humidity without confirming suitability with the manufacturer.

Best fit: AV-integrated conference rooms, security operations centers, and training facilities undergoing ceiling tile refresh where acoustic treatment at the ceiling plane is part of the room design — not a general-purpose replacement tile for uncontrolled environments.