replace suspended ceiling
#1
09-21-14, 06:48 PM
replace suspended ceiling
At the moment, there is a cheap suspended ceiling in the bedroom with foam tiles.
I want to replace this with some pine wood panelling but I suspect the reason for the suspended ceiling is that the beams are not even.
What's the best way to start to get this level?
I need to add soundproof board as well as there is a gap in the old floorboards from the floor above in this room.
I want to replace this with some pine wood panelling but I suspect the reason for the suspended ceiling is that the beams are not even.
What's the best way to start to get this level?
I need to add soundproof board as well as there is a gap in the old floorboards from the floor above in this room.
#2
09-22-14, 04:16 AM
Are there any mechanicals in the space between the drop ceiling and the ceiling joists? That is the most common reason for using a drop ceiling. You should be able to either sister the ceiling joists to make them all even or shim and strap the ceiling.
#3
09-22-14, 06:00 AM
Presumably sister joists are easier to install and get level than putting in shims?
The only mechanicals are: 1 room light, some wires that look like they were fished across but I could either reposition them into holes or cut notches into the joists?
The only mechanicals are: 1 room light, some wires that look like they were fished across but I could either reposition them into holes or cut notches into the joists?
#4
09-22-14, 07:57 AM
Notching joists is generally frowned upon because it weakens the joist. IF the joists are oversized and can be notched without compromising their integrity you'd need to install nail plates over the notches to protect the electrical cable. It would be better to drill holes and rerun the electrical wires.
Hard to say if shims are harder/easier than sistering - each job is different. You'll probably need to remove the drop ceiling before you know just what needs to be done to make the ceiling framing right.
Hard to say if shims are harder/easier than sistering - each job is different. You'll probably need to remove the drop ceiling before you know just what needs to be done to make the ceiling framing right.
#5
09-22-14, 08:03 AM
Group Moderator
I agree - pull what's there now and then we can evaluate what's underneath and how to address it.
