Ceilings

Suspended ceilings include a variety of decorative and 3D tiles. The framework for these tiles is only intended to support the light weight of the tiles. Additional support will be required when...

Suspended ceilings have improved and evolved from being simple white tiles to decorative three-dimensional decorative ceilings. The choices of styles and designs are varied, but the size of the...

A suspended ceiling is an excellent method of concealing overhead items such as plumbing or HVAC duct work. The installation of the ceiling is normally very straight forward with only a few minor...

A water damaged ceiling can be a real eyesore. Once you've found and repaired the source of the water damage, it's time to cover the stains, damaged plaster and peeling ceiling surfaces. You don't...

So you have an old, ugly light fixture on the ceiling in your bedroom. You would like to change it, but don’t want to pay an electrician to do it for you. This article shows you how to safely...

The best way to cut crown molding is with a miter saw. Ryobi make high-quality saws, they are reasonably priced and are a great choice for this job. You couldn't ask for a better tool to do the...

Styrofoam ceiling tiles are cheap, effective materials to dampen sound. You'll find them most often in office settings, particularly office buildings with modular walls that can be shifted at need...

Many homeowners are taking advantage of basement space to create additional livable square footage in their homes for game rooms, family rooms and offices. A fresh coat of ceiling paint is one of...

Lighter, less expensive and less time consuming to install than drywall, drop ceilings can be installed in any room to add noise-dampening qualities, hide exposed joists and pipes or just to give...

Some people love the look of texture and add it to their walls and ceilings. However, if you just moved into a new house you may completely hate the textured ceiling above your head. Moreover, it...

A suspended ceiling can give a new feel to a room. A suspended ceiling is made of a simple and lightweight material that is easy to custom cut for any size or shape room. The ceiling can also...

How to speed up the process of removing popcorn ceiling texture.

Plaster ceilings can transform the look of a room. Plaster can be applied to raw drywall as the finish coat, or it can be applied to a previously-painted ceiling for a custom effect. The beauty...

Modern interior design is leading more and more people to remove popcorn ceiling texture from their homes. If you would like to add value and update the look of your home you will want to remove...

This is a fairly simple job as far as the removal just takes a little elbow grease and patience.

Why settle for a plain, painted ceiling or an unsightly "popcorn" ceiling? Using beadboard panels as a ceiling can create an attractive and cozy feeling in a room. And best of all, beadboard...

Crown molding adds beauty and value to your home. Even if you have never installed crown molding before, you will find that using crown corners makes the job simple, and the crown corners add a...

Stipple ceilings became a big hit in the late 70s as tract housing started to spring up all around the country. The housing booms of the 80s and the late 90s through the early 2000s fueled the...

Most homes are built with ventilating fans in different parts of the home. Ventilating fans will help to remove odors, harmful chemicals, water vapor, etc.

Many basements and commercial buildings in America have drop ceilings installed. They are quick to install and allow easy access to plumbing, electrical and mechanical items that are installed...

Wood fiber ceiling tiles are popular for basements and recreation rooms because of their low cost and excellent sound absorption. Luckily for anyone in the midst of remodeling, wood fiber ceiling...

Framing a tray ceiling is done two ways, the easy way and the hard way. This article will cover the basic construction to framing a tray ceiling using less materials and still getting the best...

Spray on insulation is an effective way to stop heat loss either through the attic or any other framed area. It is relatively easy to use and cost effective.

Do you have stress cracks in your drywall from your house settling. Or maybe you have some water damage and drywall is all right but the seam aren't.

You're almost finished installing your new drop ceiling, but now you face a dilemma: the tiles at the end where the ceiling meets the wall need to be trimmed to fit the space left over. How do...

Hanging your own light fixture in a drop ceiling will provide light in those dark areas. The most common light that is used for drop ceiling is a fluorescent light fixture. When choosing the...

Hanging a new Ceiling fan and light fixture can be as easy as twisting a wire

Timbers are a great way to add visual appeal and beauty to any room. Wood Box Beams or False Beams are lighter weight and easier to install. This is fairly easy to do and doesn't take long.

There is nothing hard about wiring recessed lights...except maybe finding room to move and not falling through the ceiling.

There are two ways to cut Crown molding: easy and a little harder. I'll cover both.

Just like any surface in your house your ceiling may experience some discoloration over time. Painting your ceiling could add a fresh feeling or an entirely different look to your house.

Painting a ceiling can be very rigorous. The old school version of painting with a brush and a roller has it's applications, but why not aim for a professional look. For more info Visit...

Do you have that cottage cheese on your celing? Want something new? Here is the best way to remove the old stuff that I have found.

Do you want to freshen up a wall, ceiling, or room? With the tools you have plus a few new toys you can texture and paint in a weekend.

Textured ceilings, also known as "popcorn," were popular in the '70s and '80s both for the design element and its ability to cover up imperfect drywall taping jobs. Popcorn ceilings have since...

Plaster crown molding is one of the more fragile design aesthetics. Creating the perfect finishing touch for any period home plaster molding needs a delicate yet firm hand to ensure correct...

Crown molding that you install either inside or outside may sometimes need backing in certain situations. Occasionally, the wall you want to attach crown molding to may not have sufficient nailing...

learn how to texture a ceiling.

Any type of home improvement job goes a whole lot smoother when you have the right tools. Projects such as masonry, woodworking and landscaping all use totally different tools. The same is true of...

Ceiling tiles are a great way to redo a ceiling and to brighten a room. The installation process is quick and relatively easy. If you are remodeling an older house, ceiling tiles are a good choice...

Applying plaster on a ceiling can be a messy endeavor, however, virtually anyone can complete the task. Depending on your desired look, there are many ways in which plaster can be applied. The...

Resurfacing your ceiling with a different texture is a project any do-it-yourselfer can manage, though it is a messy, time-consuming job. Practice the texture you want to apply on a sheet of...

Tin ceilings can be installed in many buildings in New Jersey. They provide a unique look of elegance and sophistication. While tin ceilings were once created using the finest of metals, and was...

Hanging a drop ceiling is surprisingly simple. A drop ceiling is good way to cover up an unsightly and damaged ceiling, and it requires very little alteration of your home. Despite the overall...

In this article you will learn the safest and cleanest way to scrape a popcorn ceiling.

If you’re looking for the quickest way to stucco a ceiling, you’ll most likely benefit from stucco spray. There’s no skill required to use this spray, which makes it an easy solution for a...

Ceiling repairs due to cracks, water stain, holes and exposed nails are common problems for most homeowners. It may seem daunting to repair a drywall ceiling. However, it is a relatively easy task...

Repairing a leaky ceiling is not a fun job. Though the leaks can be messy and inconvenient, the job doesn't haven't to be a hassle. With a bit of work and some practice, you can cut a hole to...

Removal and disposal of a worn-out ceiling fan is a cathartic experience—out with the old, in with the new. Since fans can be quite heavy, you want to take the ceiling fan apart before trying to...

After removing a ceiling fan's globes, lighting kit, blades and fan motor canopy, all that remains is the old ceiling fan base. You must remove this base before you can install a new, more...