How to Replace Mobile Home Ceiling Tiles

Repairing damaged ceiling tiles in a mobile home is difficult, so replacement is the best option, especially if they're sagging or falling down. Homes that don't have sheetrock ceilings, generally have tile or ceiling board. If your mobile home has a suspended ceiling, which is simply tiles set within grid work, then replacement is an easy prospect. This is one of the most common types of ceilings with tiles usually 2’x4' or 2’x2' and coming in a variety of textures, colors and styles.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Tape measure
• Light wood saw
• Tile panels
• Nails
• Hammer
• Stapler
• Step ladder

1. Count each of the ceiling tiles you plan to replace and measure them. This is especially important for end pieces or specially fit pieces that are not the standard square or rectangle shape.

2. Apply the measurements you made to any new panels which must be specially cut. Using a pencil is an easy way to make marks. Cut the new panels to fit where the current ones go. Exercise caution and measure and cut with precision, as many times ceiling panels will not function properly if poorly cut.

3. Remove old ceiling tiles from your motor home. With soft tiles you can normally push up on them and slide the tiles out at an angle. For hard tiles you may need to remove staples and nails or peel them away from a glued ceiling beam.

4. Lay any insulation out to dry if you are replacing ceiling tiles due to water damage. Insulation retains water like a sponge. So to avoid mold, completely dry the insulation out in the sunlight for at least a day.

5. Replace the insulation above where you will place the tiles.

6. Pop the new panels into position. If you are replacing hard, wooden panels, you may need to re-staple or re-nail them into their original position.