Replacing Ceiling Tiles With Beadboard

Some kits will have a metal furring strip system like the armstrong beadboard systems mentioned above.

Replacing ceiling tiles with beadboard.

Beadboard ceiling overview photo by gregory nemec. However if for some reason the joists of your porch roof are exposed don t fret. You can add a layer of architectural interest to boring new construction drywall ceilings with armstrong residential ceilings woodhaven beadboard what s so great about using this product is that it s engineered specifically for ceilings and it comes in thin planks which are much easier to. I was installing the beadboard between two beams so my first step was to measure the distance between the two ceiling beams and to cut the beadboard sheet to that size.

Classic beadboard installed on the ceiling is a great way to update a room without spending a lot of time or money. This is another project that can be done by one person and in most cases the tiles that go into place can be easily cut to size using scissors. When you get to the edge of the wall you can use a pry bar to push into place. The grid for this system is much easier that the drop ceiling grid and the tiles attach directly to the grid.

The planks were much more manageable versus cutting down 4x8 foot sheets of beadboard. Beadboard is an affordable way to go directly over unsightly popcorn or stippled ceilings. Use a jigsaw on planks to cut around can lights and ceiling fixture. It also allows you to get a new surface without losing ceiling height.

Install beadboard ceiling panels in the same direction as your floor boards for visual continuity. Beadboard is relatively affordable compared to other professionally installed ceiling treatments such as tray ceilings which can easily cost in excess of 10 000. Tile and planks are great for covering damaged drywall or plaster popcorn ceilings. You can either put up sheets of plywood first or if your joists run parallel.

Most of the time it only. A room with a high formal ceiling can feel cozier when topped with a warm or dark color. Apply tile or planks directly on your existing ceiling. If you are covering a large ceiling area without many obstructions then you will use the whole 4 8 ft sheet of beadboard at once.

Secure with nail gun to ceiling trusses shooting about every 18 inches. Lighter ceiling shades visually enlarge a space as do patterns or colors similar to those on walls. A perfectly level ceiling is the key for the best results for every replacement but it s especially important for tile. Surface mount ceiling tiles are easy to install.

Drop ceilings are easy to repair and to replace tiles as needed.