Middle Atlantic Nivo 9/16 Flush Silver Gray - AUNV220DG2SLG

Middle Atlantic AUNV220DG2SLG Nivo Acoustic Ceiling Tile, 2x2 Flush, Silver Gray

Overview

The Middle Atlantic AUNV220DG2SLG is a 2' x 2' flush-profile acoustic ceiling tile from the Nivo series, engineered for integration rooms, conference spaces, and operations centers where controlled sound reinforcement matters as much as the AV and security infrastructure beneath it. Built from 100% PET felt polyester, this tile drops into standard 9/16" lay-in ceiling grids — no special tools, no structural modifications. If you're commissioning a surveillance operations center or a command-and-control room and need the ceiling plane to perform acoustically without disrupting the grid, the AUNV220DG2SLG fits that brief. Explore the full Middle Atlantic catalog for rack, power, and room integration solutions from the same product family.

Key Features

• 2' x 2' footprint for standard grid compatibility: Sized to replace a standard 24" x 24" drop ceiling tile with no cutting or custom framing. Ceiling tile dimensions are 60.33 x 60.33 cm — direct swap into any code-compliant commercial grid.
• 9/16" lay-in mounting — tool-free drop-in installation: The 9/16" layin mounting method means this tile rests on standard T-bar grid flanges. No clips, no adhesives, no ceiling grid modification required. Install or swap in minutes during a room refresh.
• Flush profile for clean ceiling integration: At 2 inches (5.1 cm) in height with zero depth protrusion below the grid, the flush profile maintains a flat, unbroken ceiling plane — important in rooms where aesthetics and sight lines matter, such as briefing rooms or executive security operations centers.
• 100% PET felt construction: PET felt (100% polyester) is a durable, lightweight acoustic material resistant to sagging and humidity variation — practical for rooms that experience temperature cycling from HVAC systems or high-density AV equipment heat loads.
• Silver gray finish for neutral integration: The silver gray colorway pairs cleanly with commercial ceiling grid hardware and does not compete visually with mounted cameras, speakers, or occupancy sensors integrated into the ceiling plane.

Integration & Compatibility

The AUNV220DG2SLG is designed for standard commercial drop ceiling systems using 9/16" T-bar grid profiles. It is compatible with 2' x 2' grid bays — the most common module in commercial office, conference, and operations room construction. It does not require a specific brand of grid system, but confirm your existing grid uses 9/16" flanges before ordering; 15/16" grids are not compatible. For full acoustic ceiling system planning, pair with other Middle Atlantic Nivo series tiles and grid accessories. If you're building out an AV-integrated room, consider reviewing your AV furniture and rack options to complete the room integration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What ceiling grid type does the AUNV220DG2SLG require?

A: The AUNV220DG2SLG uses a 9/16" lay-in mounting method, meaning it requires a standard commercial T-bar ceiling grid with 9/16" flanges. It will not fit 15/16" grid systems without an adapter.

Q: What are the exact dimensions of this tile?

A: The tile measures 2' x 2' (60.33 x 60.33 cm) in ceiling tile size, with a 2-inch (5.1 cm) height and flush profile (0 inches depth below the grid plane).

Q: What material is the AUNV220DG2SLG made from?

A: It is constructed from PET felt, which is 100% polyester. This material is lightweight, durable, and acoustically absorptive — suitable for commercial installation environments.

Q: Can this tile be used in a security operations center or surveillance room?

A: Yes. The flush profile, neutral silver gray finish, and standard 2x2 grid compatibility make it well-suited for operations centers, command rooms, and integration spaces where ceiling-mounted cameras, speakers, or sensors share the same grid.

Q: Is the AUNV220DG2SLG available in other colors or profiles?

A: The AUNV220DG2SLG is specifically the silver gray, flush-profile variant. Middle Atlantic's Nivo series includes other colorway and profile options — check the Nivo product family for alternatives.

Marty Allison

The detail that matters most on the AUNV220DG2SLG is the mounting method: 9/16" lay-in. That spec sounds trivial until you're on-site and discover the existing grid is 15/16" — at which point the tile simply won't seat correctly and you're either re-ordering or re-framing a section of ceiling. Confirm grid flange width before procurement on any new build or retrofit.

Technical Highlights:

• 9/16" Lay-in Mount: Drop-in fit for the most common commercial T-bar grid profile — no fasteners, no adhesives, no ceiling modification required. Speeds installation significantly in rooms already framed with standard grid.
• Flush Profile (2 in / 5.1 cm height): Zero protrusion below the grid plane keeps the ceiling visually consistent, which matters when the tile sits adjacent to recessed camera domes or flush-mount speakers in the same grid bay.
• PET Felt (100% Polyester) construction: Dimensionally stable under the temperature cycling typical of AV and security equipment rooms — less prone to sagging or warping than mineral fiber alternatives in high-airflow environments.

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify existing grid flange width is 9/16" before ordering. The AUNV220DG2SLG will not seat in 15/16" grid systems — the most common source of field returns on this product class.
• The tile covers a full 2' x 2' bay. If your room has partial bays at walls or around structural elements, you will need to field-cut PET felt, which is straightforward but must be accounted for in material quantity planning.

This tile is the right spec for security operations centers, AV integration rooms, and briefing suites where you're already building into a standard 9/16" commercial grid and need the ceiling plane to perform acoustically without disrupting the infrastructure grid above it.