Cork as an acoustical ceiling block


I'm trying to come up with a cost effective solution for my existing HT ceiling. It is only 100" high so I really don't want to add a channel and drop new sheetrock to minimize the noise to the family room above. I'm thinking about going with cork - Seems to have great absorbtion qualities and looks cool too? Has anyone tried this?
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Whatever you use, MAKE SURE THAT IT'S FIRE-RETARDANT (or is treated with a fire retardant spray)! As the tragedy in Warwick, R.I. showed, some accoustic material can ignite and burn like napalm, while also spewing a variety of toxic fumes (phosgene which is similar to "Mustard Gas" of W.W.1, and cyanide). Enjoy, but be safe!