Fasten wood backing wherever drywall ends have no support within four inches. Note: Make sure to check corners and ceiling/wall joints. Measure from the end of the ceiling to the middle of a joist and ...

Many factors affect the cost of a shiplap ceiling, including the ceiling size and height, board size and type, installation location, labor rates, necessary repairs, and more. Homeowners have several ...

If you’ve tried that trick, your best bet is to install a resilient channel (RC) along with a layer of 5/8-inch drywall on the ceiling downstairs. RC is a Z-shaped metal channel acoustically ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. In January 2023, a massive ice storm occurred where I live in Oregon. The sheer weight of the ice that built up on top of my house cracked my ...

Q As a longtime income property manager, I thought I had seen it all — until a drywall ceiling in a tenant's living room suddenly gave way and fell to the floor. It wasn't just a piece here and there; ...

Most coffered ceilings cost between $3,000 and $4,500, though most homeowners will spend an average of $3,750 on a 150-square-foot ceiling. A coffered ceiling price is largely dependent on the ...