Middle Atlantic Nivo 15/16 5 Drop Silver Gray - AUNV225DG1SLG

Middle Atlantic AUNV225DG1SLG Nivo Acoustic Ceiling Tile, 2x2, 5-Inch Drop, Silver Gray

The AUNV225DG1SLG is Middle Atlantic's Nivo acoustic ceiling tile designed for 2' x 2' layin grid systems — the right pick when you need to manage room acoustics without replacing your existing 15/16" T-bar infrastructure. Built from 100% polyester PET felt, it drops 5 inches below the grid plane to absorb mid- and high-frequency reflections that make open-plan offices, conference rooms, and tech-dense AV spaces difficult to work in. If you've dealt with echo-heavy rooms that undermine speech intelligibility or videoconference audio clarity, this is the tile that addresses it at the ceiling plane.

Overview

The Middle Atlantic Nivo line represents a focused approach to acoustic treatment: instead of applying foam panels or hanging baffles as afterthoughts, the Nivo tiles drop into your existing acoustic ceiling tile grid and work immediately. The AUNV225DG1SLG fits standard 15/16" layin T-bar grids — by far the most common suspended ceiling system in commercial construction — so there's no special hardware, no custom framing, and no structural modification required. The 2' x 2' footprint matches the standard commercial tile module, meaning it drops straight into any open bay in the grid.

The Silver Gray color integrates naturally into neutral office and tech environments without drawing attention. For AV integrators and facility managers specifying an AV room design that has to look finished rather than improvised, the color consistency with standard ceiling tiles matters.

Key Features

• 5-Inch Drop Profile: The tile hangs 5 inches (12.7 cm) below the T-bar plane, creating mass and surface area that absorbs sound energy before it reflects back into the room. That depth matters — thin acoustic tiles absorb less because the air gap behind them is shallow. Five inches provides meaningful absorption depth without approaching the grid's structural or lighting clearance limits.
• 15/16" Layin Mounting: Designed specifically for 15/16" exposed-tee layin systems — the standard in the vast majority of North American commercial buildings. No clips, no adhesive, no additional hardware. Set it into the grid bay and you're done. If your grid is 9/16" slotted or tegular, verify compatibility before ordering.
• 2' x 2' Tile Format: Matches the standard commercial grid module (60.33 x 60.33 cm exactly). You can mix Nivo acoustic tiles with standard ceiling tiles in the same grid run, selectively treating the bays directly above listening positions, conferencing zones, or camera pickup areas without tiling an entire ceiling.
• PET Felt, 100% Polyester Construction: PET felt is a Class A fire-rated material in most configurations and handles humidity without warping, sagging, or growing mold — important in mechanically ventilated commercial spaces where ceiling cavities see temperature swings. The material is also dimensionally stable, so it won't buckle in the grid over time the way some foam-core tiles do.
• 2" x 2" Body Dimensions: The tile body itself is 2 inches high and 2 inches wide (5.1 x 5.1 cm at the trim profile) — a slim perimeter that sits cleanly in the grid without overhanging adjacent bays or interfering with recessed fixtures.
• Silver Gray Finish: A neutral commercial gray that reads as a standard ceiling tile from the floor. Relevant when facility managers or end clients want acoustic treatment that doesn't look like acoustic treatment — common in corporate, healthcare, and government installations where the ceiling appearance is part of the design spec.

Integration and Compatibility

The AUNV225DG1SLG is compatible with standard 15/16" layin ceiling grid systems across commercial construction. It is part of Middle Atlantic's Nivo acoustic ceiling tile system, which includes additional tile configurations for different drop depths, ceiling tile sizes, and grid types — so you can spec a consistent acoustic treatment across rooms with different grid bays without switching manufacturers or materials.

For AV and security integrators, these tiles are frequently specified in conference room AV builds and huddle spaces where microphone pickup, speech intelligibility, and echo reduction directly affect system performance. Acoustic treatment at the ceiling plane is typically the highest-ROI acoustic intervention in a room — more effective per dollar than wall panels in most rectangular commercial spaces.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What ceiling grid type does the AUNV225DG1SLG fit?

A: The AUNV225DG1SLG is designed for standard 15/16" exposed-tee layin ceiling grid systems, which are the most common suspended ceiling grid type in commercial construction. It is not specified for 9/16" slotted or tegular grid profiles — confirm your grid type before ordering.

Q: What are the tile dimensions and drop depth?

A: The tile covers a 2' x 2' (60.33 x 60.33 cm) ceiling grid bay. The drop profile is 5 inches (12.7 cm) below the grid plane. The tile body dimensions are 2 inches high by 2 inches wide (5.1 x 5.1 cm at the profile).

Q: What material is the AUNV225DG1SLG made from?

A: It is constructed from PET felt, which is 100% polyester. PET felt is dimensionally stable, humidity-resistant, and commonly specified for commercial acoustic applications.

Q: Can the AUNV225DG1SLG be mixed with standard ceiling tiles in the same grid?

A: Yes. Because it fits the standard 2' x 2' layin bay, you can install Nivo acoustic tiles selectively in specific bays — for example, directly above a conference table or camera pickup zone — while leaving standard tiles in the rest of the grid. This lets you tune acoustic coverage without treating an entire ceiling.

Q: Is the Silver Gray color the only option available?

A: The AUNV225DG1SLG is the Silver Gray variant of the Nivo 2' x 2' 5-inch-drop layin tile. Middle Atlantic offers the Nivo line in additional color and configuration variants — check the Nivo product family for other finish options.

Marty Allison

The spec that drives my recommendation here is the 5-inch drop on the AUNV225DG1SLG. In my experience specifying acoustic treatment for AV and security integration projects, depth is the single variable that separates tiles that measurably reduce echo from tiles that look like they should but don't. Five inches of PET felt hanging into the room gives you real absorption mass at the ceiling plane — the location where sound energy from speech and electronics concentrates before reflecting back down.

Technical Highlights:

• 5" Drop Profile: At 5 inches (12.7 cm) below the grid, the tile has enough depth to absorb mid- and high-frequency sound energy — the frequency range most responsible for speech intelligibility degradation and conferencing echo complaints.
• 15/16" Layin Fit: Drops into the standard commercial T-bar grid with zero hardware. In a 10-bay conference room, you can complete acoustic treatment at the ceiling in under an hour without tools, lift equipment modifications, or structural consultation.
• PET Felt, 100% Polyester: Dimensionally stable in HVAC-ventilated ceiling cavities — won't sag, warp, or degrade the way foam-core or fiber tiles can over a 5-10 year facility lifecycle.

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify your grid is 15/16" exposed-tee layin before ordering. The AUNV225DG1SLG is not specified for 9/16" slotted systems or tegular profiles — a common spec error on mixed-grid facilities that have been renovated in sections over the years.
• The 5-inch drop does consume vertical clearance below the grid plane. In low-ceiling commercial spaces (8-9 ft finished ceiling height), confirm there's no conflict with pendant lighting, sprinkler heads, or occupancy sensors before specifying a full-ceiling installation.

Best fit: conference rooms and huddle spaces in the 200-600 sq ft range where you're commissioning a camera-and-mic AV system and need the room to support it acoustically — particularly in open-plan or hard-surface environments where the room itself is working against your microphone pickup.