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Cut In Stain at the Ceiling
Stain and finish the trim first, and then paint the ceiling.
Ceiling-fan height
Q: Is it OK to install a ceiling fan in a 12-ft. by 17-ft. living room with an 8-ft. ceiling?
Basement Ceilings: Drywall or a Drop Ceiling?
Your choice between these two options will be based on looks, mechanicals, and access to the ceiling.
Mounting a Minisplit in an Out-of-Level Ceiling
Two factors should be considered for this job: undersized ceiling joists and an air-conditioning unit that must be level to drain properly.
Keep Heavy Tile on the Ceiling
When installing tile overhead, make sure the substrate is solid and stiff, and that it provides a good bond.
Using Metal Studs to Level a Sloping Ceiling
Metal studs are light enough to go up quickly, but sturdy enough to support a new drywall ceiling.
Replacing ceiling tiles
Our company recently remodeled an office suite, and part of the job included replacing the ceiling. The new ceiling was to be of the same material as the old one…
Boxing ductwork for a dropped ceiling
Q: Our company is having difficulty putting up dropped ceilings efficiently. Actually, boxing in the ductwork is what slows us down. How can we be more efficient? Jeffrey Nixon, West Chester,…
Tongue-and-Groove Paneled Ceiling Tips
A remodeling contractor gives his advice on creating a paneled ceiling with tongue-and-groove boards.
A Little Wiggle Room
Great moments in building history: Drywall work saves lives

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