Available Coffered Ceiling Kits

A coffered ceiling certainly brings a touch of class to a room. There are several different possible styles, each of which can add something to a house. However, a coffered ceiling takes a great deal of work to make. It’s much easier to buy a coffered ceiling kit. Although these aren’t cheap, they do make for much easier installation with far fewer problems. A number of retailers offer them.

Fanatic Finish

Fanatic Finish run the gamut of finishes for rooms, and among these are coffered ceiling kits. These are custom kits, as they need to be, since rooms come in many different sizes. There are options for different finishes, both wood and faux plaster, traditional and contemporary.

As the company does the designs in consultation with the homeowner, the buyer gets exactly what he wants. They will work within a specified budget to create the type of coffered ceiling kit that exactly meets expectations.  On top of that, they have pre-assembled kits that only need to be installed in a room. These are cheaper but more limited in the range of designs and materials. The great advantage to the pre-assembled coffered ceilings is that they install quickly, with minimal disruption to the home.

These are very much on the artier end of the coffered ceiling market. Be aware that installing the coffered ceiling kit yourself will require at least two people and a reasonable knowledge or carpentry. With a custom ceiling you should employ a professional to do the work to ensure that everything looks good. After all, when spending the money on a coffered ceiling for the home you want it to look as good as possible.

Curve Makers

Curve Makers promises that their coffered ceiling kits can save homeowners 30% over the traditional construction methods of erecting coffered ceilings, and that most can be put up in a single day. Their kits use solid wood-poplar-rather than plastics for longevity and improved appearance, with special grades available at an extra cost.

The boxes themselves are a simple 2 piece construction, so they fit together easily and attach quickly to the ceiling. Once you provide them with the dimensions of the room and the style of coffered ceiling, they can offer a quote. The downside is that they seem to only offer a limited number of style choices. If your tastes fall outside that range you could be out of luck with this manufacturer. Again, the installation will require at least two people to be successful, although it can be accomplished in a day by people who know what they’re doing.

Hardware Store

Although not strictly a kit, you can buy the materials to make a coffered ceiling from the hardware store, such as the boxes that attach to the ceiling. This still requires you to know exactly what you need and take care of the installation yourself. The end result won’t look as good as the proper kits from a specialist in the field, although it will be a great deal cheaper.