Both the bathrooms in my 50’s style bungalow feature drop ceilings over the tub/shower areas. Was this just the style at the time or was it a design feature that served a purpose that I should be aware of when I remodel? I’d like to take the ceilings back up to full height, adding the necessary insulation in the attic of course. Perhaps the drop ceiling was originally intended to prevent condensation by providing an air buffer between the cold attic and the warm shower?
Derek.
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Perhaps the drop ceiling was originally intended
Or, it was a tad "architectural" in that, in use, a tub can feel more "comfortable" with a lower ceiling. Which is not the case for a shower, which sometimes makes for an odd compromise.
So. it could be pure esthetics.
Can be a nice spot to set can light fixtures without fussing with insulation contact, too.
I have dropped ceilings in those locations sometimes because the older homes are often built with over spanned or under-designed 2x8 floor framing where it is scary to run ducting through or to find a place for a can light and fan. Dropping it makes it more comfortable in the tub.
One was in response for the customers desire to have a sauna type shower so the steam could not escape above the shower door
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