Polystyrene Ceiling Tiles allowed???

Hi (for my own house) in my bedroom - i have artex styled wallpaper on the ceiling which i hate!

the ceiling is not best shape from what i recall hence my father putting the paper on the ceiling instead of the full plasterboard, skimming job.

theres a lot of stuff in the room so i dont want to skim now either. not spend the money.

but i have come cross these tiles Polystyrene tiles that i quite like that i can just stick on
http://www.homebase.co.uk/en/homeba...eiling-tiles---white---coverage-2-sq-m-412316

but people are telling me they are not allowed as they catch fire etc.

why do they sell them then??? mind you i could not find in b&q or wickes - only homebase.....

your guidance is much appreciated!

 

The modern ones have fire retardent in them. However, that won't stop them giving off toxic smoke in a fire.

If you ever want to sell or rent your house most surveyors will highlight them and advise their removal.

http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/firefighter-risks-life-to-save-woman-95-1-5586537

http://www.sthelensstar.co.uk/news/...en_blaze/?action=complain&cid=11419589&ref=rc

 

hmm doesnt seem worth it then tbh - rent or otherwise

i may have to suffer skimming or look into plain (lining ) paper for the ceiling...??

any other suggestions?

 

tongue and groove cladding?

American 'tin tiles' are available from some importers in the UK for a panelled look

http://www.rockettstgeorge.co.uk/tin-ceiling-tiles---traditional-62cm-x-62cm-25757-p.asp

 

Oh no that is terrible mate lol

Lining paper for the win??