How To Hang Drop Ceiling

Step 3 install the t channel.

How to hang drop ceiling. How to install a drop ceiling. Don t assume the wall is straight. Use the tape measure to determine the distance from the permanent ceiling to the suspended ceiling.

Putting in the grid system 1. A suspended ceiling also known as a drop ceiling is installed on a metal track that is attached to the original ceiling. Measure and cut the main tees according to a cross tee guideline.

The main runners will support the. Cut the main tees for the drop ceiling hangers. Use a chalk line or tie strings across your room every 4 ft 1 2 m.

Use the screwdriver to install screws into the ceiling studs if using metal wire or screw a hook into the stud for a chain. Then layout your. Secure the end of a chalk line on one end of.

The main t runs perpendicular to the floor joists. Once you ve figured out the size of the border row measure back from the cross tee slots and cut your main tees to size. Screw an eyelet into every.

Preparing the space for installation measuring for your border panels and for hanging hardware placement installing the ceiling grid cutting border panels and then fitting panels into the grid. The metal track is separated into square or rectangular sections. Cut the main runners to fit the length of your room perpendicular to the joists.