Middle Atlantic Nivo 15/16 2 Drop Silver Gray - AUNV222DG1SLG

Middle Atlantic AUNV222DG1SLG Nivo Acoustic Ceiling Tile 2x2 Silver Gray

Overview

The Middle Atlantic AUNV222DG1SLG is a 2' x 2' acoustic ceiling tile from the Nivo series, engineered for commercial AV and technology installations where sound absorption, clean aesthetics, and standard grid compatibility all need to coexist. Built from 100% PET felt polyester, it drops into a standard 15/16" layin grid at a 2-inch profile — meaning it fits the suspended ceiling infrastructure already in most conference rooms, control rooms, and collaborative workspaces without structural modification. The silver gray finish is a neutral that blends with standard commercial interiors rather than drawing attention to the ceiling plane.

Key Features

• 2' x 2' Tile Footprint (60.33 x 60.33 cm): Matches the most common commercial suspended ceiling grid format. Drops straight into an existing 2x2 bay — no cutting, no custom framing, no ceiling contractor required for a standard install.
• 15/16" Layin Mounting Method: Designed for the 15/16" T-bar grid found in the vast majority of North American commercial buildings. If your grid is 9/16" narrow-profile, verify before ordering — these are not interchangeable.
• 2-Inch Drop Profile: At 2 inches deep, the AUNV222DG1SLG provides meaningful acoustic mass without consuming excessive plenum depth. Relevant in low-ceiling environments where every inch of clearance matters for HVAC runs and cable trays above the grid.
• 100% PET Felt Construction: PET (polyethylene terephthalate) felt is a dense, dimensionally stable material that absorbs mid-to-high frequency sound energy — the range where speech intelligibility problems and AV system echo issues originate. It also resists sagging over time, which standard mineral fiber tiles can develop in higher-humidity environments.
• Silver Gray Colorway: A neutral commercial finish that pairs cleanly with standard white or gray grid systems. Works in both lit and unlit ceiling conditions without creating visual contrast issues around speaker or display mounting cutouts.
• Overall Dimensions 2 x 2 x 2 in (5.1 x 5.1 x 5.1 cm module depth): Compact profile spec confirms the tile sits within standard plenum tolerances. Useful to reference when coordinating with mechanical drawings on tight ceiling assemblies.

Integration and Compatibility

The AUNV222DG1SLG is part of Middle Atlantic's Nivo acoustic ceiling tile system, designed to integrate with commercial AV furniture and rack infrastructure from the same product family. It is sized and mounted for standard North American 2x2 suspended ceiling grids with 15/16" T-bar. If your project uses a non-standard grid width or a 2x4 bay layout, this tile is not the correct fit — confirm grid spec before procurement. The tile can be field-cut for speaker or camera cutouts using standard acoustic tile tools, though Middle Atlantic does not specify factory cutout options in available evidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What ceiling grid size does the AUNV222DG1SLG fit?

A: It is designed for a standard 15/16" layin T-bar grid in a 2' x 2' bay — the most common format in North American commercial suspended ceilings.

Q: What is the tile made of?

A: 100% PET felt (polyethylene terephthalate polyester). PET felt is dense and dimensionally stable, providing sound absorption without the sagging risk of some mineral fiber alternatives.

Q: How deep does the AUNV222DG1SLG sit below the grid?

A: The drop profile is 2 inches (5.1 cm). This is the amount the tile face sits below the T-bar plane after installation.

Q: Will this tile work in a 2x4 ceiling bay?

A: No. The AUNV222DG1SLG is sized for a 2' x 2' grid bay only. A 2x4 bay requires a different tile size.

Q: Can the tile be used with 9/16" narrow-profile grid systems?

A: No. The mounting method is specified for 15/16" layin grid only. Verify your grid profile before ordering.

Jerry Tildsen

The AUNV222DG1SLG is the tile I specify when an integrator needs acoustic treatment in a standard commercial grid without pulling a contractor in to modify the ceiling structure. The 15/16" layin drop-in format means a two-person AV crew can swap existing tiles and install these in an afternoon — no structural work, no permits, no coordination with facilities beyond confirming the grid profile.

Technical Highlights:

• PET Felt Material: Unlike mineral fiber, 100% polyester PET felt holds its shape in variable humidity — important in conference rooms where HVAC cycling and occupancy swings create moisture fluctuation that causes standard tiles to sag or warp over time.
• 2-Inch Drop Profile: At exactly 2 inches below the T-bar plane, this tile leaves meaningful plenum clearance above for cable management, speaker backcan depth, and conduit runs — a real factor in dense AV ceiling builds where every inch above the grid is contested.
• 2' x 2' x 60.33 cm Grid Match: The tile is dimensioned to the centimeter (60.33 x 60.33 cm) for the standard North American 2x2 bay. That precision matters when ordering for large conference centers or multi-room deployments — no field trimming needed at standard bays.

Deployment Considerations:

• Confirm your existing grid is 15/16" T-bar before procurement. A surprising number of older commercial buildings were fitted with 9/16" narrow-profile systems, and this tile will not seat correctly in those grids.
• The 2-inch profile is the only drop option documented for this SKU. If your design requires a shallower or deeper drop to match adjacent ceiling elements, check other Nivo series configurations before specifying this one.

Best fit for conference room, boardroom, and control room builds where the integrator is responsible for both AV performance and ceiling finish quality — specifically where a standard 15/16" 2x2 grid is already in place and acoustic improvement needs to be delivered without a general contractor on site.