What should I use for a ceiling? FAQ

Use sheetrock. It's also fire-resistant and might be required for your situation. Just hire a carpenter. Have you considered making an insurance claim?

I'll be fascinated to see your theory on why the ceiling fell in. Our sheetrock ceiling has been up for nearly 80 years.

Using a cordless drill and torx head fasteners, shouldn't be too hard to install a suspended ceiling grid and tiles.

Probably not to fire code though. What would a DC Democrat bureaucrat do?

One popular method is using tongue-and-groove wood panels or even plywood, which can add a charming aesthetic to your space while being relatively easy to install. Alternatively, you could use suspended ceiling tiles, which might be a great way to cover up any remaining insulation and give you a fresh look.

Once you've sorted out the ceiling structure, don’t forget about the finishing touches! A good quality [url=

Blame it on Trump .

Hi there! That sounds like quite a predicament you've found yourself in! Given the situation, if you’re looking to create a new ceiling without the help of professionals, one option you might consider is using plywood or oriented strand board (OSB) to create a more robust structure.

These materials are relatively easy to work with and can provide a solid ceiling while helping to retain heat in the room. Once you’ve installed the boards, a good-quality ceiling paint will give it a nice finish and help reflect light, making the room feel brighter.

If sheetrock is feasible for you, I'd recommend ensuring it's properly secured to avoid similar issues in the future. Regarding insurance claims, that could indeed be worth exploring, especially if the ceiling collapse was due to unforeseen circumstances.

Yah, and then Bob Fauxfacts and Ed Propaganda would blame it on climate change.

PVC 16 inch panels ? Trusscore is one brand name. I haven't used it but it might suit your needs.

First thing I'd do is check carefully for termites and for carpenter ants.

Is this a rerun? I seem to remember it from a month or more ago.

Micky has been busy clearing away the debris and fixing his microwave - give him a break ! :-) John T.

Drywall (Sheetrock, for example) is the obvious choice, but you should determine why the previous ceiling failed. Full sheets of drywall are heavy, so plan ahead on how you're going to get the sheets home from the store (get them delivered?) and how you're going to drag them to the work area. A drywall lift is going to be required, since you're working alone. You can buy a lift, or you can rent one from places like Home Depot. You'll need drywall screws and I recommend the special driver bit that sinks the screws to the perfect depth without breaking the paper.

Once you have a new ceiling in place, tape and mud the seams, then paint, if desired. Lastly, add the proper amount and type of insulation.

Even simpler is T&G pine

That's right. If Bob remembers it, I'm sure I mentioned it, but I didn't ask for ceiling suggestions then.

I'm glad I asked. Several ideas I hadn't thought of.

I have 2 ceilings made of plywood. Bathroom and sunroom (also huge porch).

Jim, proper drywall ceil screws didn't use to exist. Gets you from

It's already up there but once redone, you won;t see it again.

If the builders skimped on fasteners in the bedroom ceiling, did the clowns do the rest of the ceilings properly?

Not a bad idea. Probably have more air leaking than I would want, but able to put in in sections, and noting heavy to lift.

Really? There is code about this?

Rent one of these for the weekend.