How To Install Wood Beams On A Ceiling
Repeat with other planks around outlets.
How to install wood beams on a ceiling. Existing ceiling joists can definitely be used but if you have removed the ceiling to install a new one this is a good opportunity to add blocking between the beams. Hold plank up to outlet to make sure cut is in proper place. Cut the 2x4 lengths with a circular saw and install them between the joists flush with the bottom of the joist.
Stretch a chalk line across the ceiling and snap it to keep lines even and to mark the necessary grids. Measure and mark the ceiling where you intend to install the beams. Lay out on ceiling where you want the beams to be installed blue painter s tape is helpful for this step.
Lay out on ceiling where you want the beams to be installed blue painter s tape is helpful for this step. Or a chalk string line is helpful to position the blocks of wood in a straight line on the ceiling. Hold plank up to ceiling outlet and mark width and depth with a pencil image 1.
The sides of ceiling beams are usually made from 1x3 1x4 or 1x6 depending on the depth you want. Continue installing planks until entire ceiling is covered image 3. Installing a beam like this requires a ledger board that is used to secure the beam to the ceiling.
Reinstall fixtures and turn power to room back on. This type of beam can be placed on the ceiling at any time after the ceiling is finished or. Or a chalk string line is helpful to position the blocks of wood in a straight line on the ceiling.
Install nailers on the ceiling to make installing the faux beams easier. Cut out marked area with a jig saw image 2. Ian worpole install the sides and bottoms of the beams.