Flat Ceilings

Simple Way to Make Old Walls Straight and Plumb
Use this fast, foolproof method to deal with problematic framing or depth differences when remodeling.
Video Vault: Drywall Then and Now, with Myron R. Ferguson
Has hanging and taping drywall changed in this new millenium? Watch the video, and decide for yourself.
Easy Flat Basement Ceilings
I often do basement remodels where the client wants the ceiling to be one flat surface, with all the ducts, pipes, and so forth hanging from the floor joists hidden…
Ceiling Remodel: From Flat to Cathedral
Reframing exploits unused attic space and helps to open up a cramped ranch house.
How To Dry a Soggy Ceiling
If drywall gets wet, it's often possible to remove the moisture before it damages the building.
Hanging Drywall Overhead
Thoughtful layout and the right tools help to bring this task within reach.
Retrofitting Recessed Lights
Replacing an old surface-mount fixture with recessed lights is an easy upgrade that you can customize with different trim kits.
Leveling an Old Ceiling
Steel studs attached to the sides of existing floor joists of the room above create a flat surface for new drywall.
Decorating With Drywall
Drywall panels and innovative corner beads turn a former living room into a formal dining room.
Leveling an Old Ceiling
If you have ever rehabbed an older building, you know about the problem of uneven ceilings. Once plaster and lath have been removed, there is often variation among ceiling joists,…

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