Putting Up Ceiling Tiles

How to put up ceiling tiles which are tongue groove style step 1.

Putting up ceiling tiles. Dab adhesive in all 4 corners of each tile dab 1 in the middle. From the existing ceiling joists. Find the center of each wall and mark it with a piece of chalk or a pencil.

Cut tiles to fit along the edges of the ceiling if the ceiling dimensions are not evenly divisible by the size. When cutting the tiles make sure you work on a flat surface and that the tile is face up. Put the tile into place so that the flange is exposed and you can align the tongue in grooves.

Measure halfway across each wall in opposite directions using the. Want the look of ti. This is another project that can be done by one person and in most cases the tiles that go into place can be easily cut to size using scissors.

Measure each wall of the room. Center a 1 by 3 inch furring strip across the joists in the center of the ceiling. Run a chalk line on the.

For more info or to purchase the decorative ceiling tiles in this video click here. Apply cement or adhesive to your tiles. Mark the ceiling where the interior edge of the border tiles will sit by snapping a chalk line.

The grid for this system is much easier that the drop ceiling grid and the tiles attach directly to the grid. The first step is to determine the maximum height of the new suspended ceiling. Use a foam brush or putty knife to spread adhesive on the back of your tiles.