A drywall ceiling is one of the top choices for homeowners.
A ceiling can be redone for decoration, or it can be a practical solution to lowering a home's energy bills. When you start planning a room remodeling project, the ceiling needs to fit into the decor of the rest of the room. Fortunately for homeowners, there are several popular options to choose from when it comes to ceiling materials.
None
In areas where the temperature does not get uncomfortably cold, or in some more rustic decorative settings, some people enjoy the option of not having a ceiling and allowing the roof to be exposed. Situations that would benefit from no ceiling are summer cabins and attic living spaces.
Painted Drywall
A common ceiling material is painted drywall. The homeowner installs the drywall in place, finishes it with joint compound, sands the seams and then paints the ceiling with the indoor-rated of his choice. The ceiling can be painted a solid color or it can have patterns.
Textured Drywall
Textured drywall uses the drywall backing and then covers it with a texture such as a popcorn material or stucco. The texture can be a basic white, beige or gray color, or it can be painted over with house paint to match the decor.
Tiled Drywall
Tile is a versatile home building material because its glossy look is appealing and it can be installed to create a variety of patterns. A tiled ceiling would be appropriate for a bathroom or kitchen installation.
Acoustic Tiles
Suspended ceilings that use acoustical tiles are simple to install and can be relatively inexpensive. A tile ceiling can be installed by a do-it-yourself homeowner for as little as $2 per square foot, according to the Home Wyse website at the time of publication. Tiles can come in a variety of designs and colors to match any decor.
Copper
A copper-powder-coated tin ceiling can be installed on a suspended or to drywall. It offers a very deep, brown color that can help accent the decor of a library or den.
Tin
Tin is installed in panels either in a suspended ceiling grid or over drywall. It comes in a variety of designs and offers a distinctive look.
Wood
Engineered or real hardwood ceilings can be used in rustic settings to match the color of the floor, or it can be used as a distinctive decorative touch to any other room. The pieces of a wood ceiling interlock like a floor and can be installed vertically or horizontally.
Paneling
Inexpensive wood paneling can be used as a ceiling material as an alternative to using an engineered or hardwood ceiling. Paneling can also be used in smaller areas such as closets or pantries.
Aluminum
Aluminum offers a modern look that can come in a square or rectangular panels. Aluminum ceilings can have a decorative design printed on them, or they can be left as a flat sheet that reflects light.
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