It's time to bring some form to their function. In the balance of form and function, drop ceilings lean heavily toward function. “The pro is that they give you speedy access to your plumbing, ductwork ...
Though suspended ceilings (above, right) remain the most popular ceiling system option, facility managers report that 17% of their total building square footage still features an open plenum ...
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10 Ways to Cover a Hideous Ceiling

If you don’t mind the ceiling looking like a commercial building, a drop ceiling can be an economical coverup. The project involves installing a grid system and placing ceiling tiles into the openings ...
I’ve shared in past columns the wonderful time I’m having helping my son with projects around his house. For several weekends now we have spent hours of quality time together while finishing his ...
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What's involved in lowering a ceiling?

If you're considering lowering a ceiling, self build expert Mark Stevenson takes you through the pros, cons and implications ...