Curved Ceilings

Conform to Ceiling Curves
To accommodate a curved ceiling when installing a new non-load-bearing wall, make a series of kerf cuts in the top plate.
Curved Walls and Barrel Ceilings
Depending on the radius of the curve, drywall can be applied wet or dry.
Curved walls done quickly
Quick Curve Plates
Curved Ceiling? No Problem.
Bend 1x4s between the walls to get an expensive look without a lot of extra work.
Sweeping Curves and Simple Details
A small guest house proves that you can make elegant spaces with stock materials.
Figuring out groin vaults
Q: I’m a full-time carpenter studying to become an architect. I love the rich look of groin vaults, and I’m hoping to incorporate one in my next project. Unfortunately, I’ve been…
Building a barrel-vault ceiling
Q: I’m interested in building a barrel-vault drop ceiling but haven’t the slightest idea how to frame and sheathe it. Are arched trusses manufactured for these ceilings? Vern Overall, FPO…
Arch Layout
Here's a way to lay out arches that need to have specific heights at the ends or center, even though the spans vary. First, snap a long chalkline on the…
Building Barrel Vaults Using Trusses and Plywood Gussets
Trusses and Plywood Gussets.
Building Barrel Vaults Using Longitudinal Wood I-Beams
Longitudinal Wood I-Beams.

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