Hello,
I'm looking for information about finishing my basement ceiling. I plan to finish only 1/2 of the basement (an area 17' x 37' rectangle) I only have one water pipe in that area that goes to the back unfinished area. I also have a few heat ducts, but otherwise, the joist pockets are clear of obstructions. I was considering painting or staining the joists, then running a 2' border of drywall around the perimeter (to simulate a coffered ceiling look). I'd also cover the 3 ducts that run between the joists with drywall. For the underside of the plywood subfloor above, I was considering spraying it with joint compound thru a compressor driven gun. Maybe a knockdown or popcorn effect. My question is weather joint compound will stick well to the plywood subfloor? Maybe even skip painting the joists and just hit them with the compound too? Does anyone see anything the might make this un-doable?
Thanks, Ted