Concrete ceiling tiles can add a more industrialized look, and walnut-like panels can enrich a den or office’s existing look. “Tin really pops in kitchens,” said McPhail.

Today, tin ceiling panels are quite easy to come by, and a quick search on the internet can find companies all over. Even Home Depot now sells tin ceiling tiles. Some of the most interesting tin ...

New tin ceilings are replacing worn versions as older homes are renovated and restored. They also add a warm glow to newer homes. Some home and decorating centers stock tin ceiling panels.

New York’s mot beloved architectural innovation might be among its most overlooked: the humble tin ceiling. Today, people view the geometrically embossed covering with rosy nostalgia. But tin ...