How to Construct a False Ceiling
April 12, 2010 // Posted by: qwcdirect // Category: Home Construction, Home Improvement
When you are constructing a false ceiling, the first thing you need to do is determine the perimeter. The maximum height should be about four inches if you do not intend to have a fluorescent light fixture that drops.
Once the perimeter has been determined, find where the studs in the walls are and then nail your perimeter molding ensuring that the upper part of the molding is well aligned with the lines of the perimeter. The most suitable nails to use for this part of the process are 6d. The molding has to be cut to fit the space.
After the molding on the ceiling has been installed, main runners need to be installed. The panels should be laid out well so that the false ceiling can appear to be balanced on every side. When the runners are in place, you can add all the fixtures that you want to install.