Ceilings

Few things in home ownership require urgent action like a compromised ceiling. Here’s the info you need to repair or replace your ceiling.

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How to Paint a Ceiling

A professional home painter shares his tips for painting both smooth and textured ceilings, with equipment recommendations and tricks of the trade.

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Patch a Water-Stained Ceiling or Textured Ceiling

Repair sprayed ceilings with aerosol spray texture patch.


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What to Do When Your Ceiling Has Water Damage

There are few feelings worse than being confronted with water damage. If you have a ceiling that's water stained, peeling...


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How to Install a Tongue and Groove Ceiling

Installing tongue-and-groove (aka T&G) boards is a fast, inexpensive way to panel any ceiling or wall. You can install T&G...


How to Use Insulated Can Lights in Ceilings

How an airtight recessed fixture saves energy and protects your roof for optimum cathedral ceiling lighting.

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How to Apply Knock Down Texture

Wall texture works for ceilings, too. Knock down texture is a fast fix for problem ceilings


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Troubleshoot and Fix an Off-Kilter Ceiling Fan

Stop the wobble and make your fan run smoothly in 15 minutes.


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How to Install a Ceiling Fan

It's easier than you think, even on an angled ceiling.


11 Ways to Cover a Hideous Ceiling

There are many ways to cover an unsightly ceiling—here are 11 ceiling coverup ideas to consider.


How to Patch a Textured Ceiling

The first step is repairing the hole.


How to Handle Full-Span Ceiling Truss Problems

What to do if you see signs of truss lift. Look for signs of seasonal movement first.


Drop Ceiling Installation Tips: How to Install Drop Ceiling Tiles

A veteran drop ceiling installer shares his secrets for installing drop ceiling tiles yourself.


How to Texture a Ceiling and Walls: Apply Knockdown

Spray ceiling texture to add visual interest and hide imperfections. Keep reading to learn how to texture a ceiling and...


How to Install a Ceiling Fan Remote

Upgrade your fan with a ceiling fan remote.


Using Wood Look Planks to Cover an Unappealing Ceiling

If your ceiling detracts from your home’s appeal – hide it! Utilize a wood look plank ceiling to achieve a...


The Best Tools for Popcorn Ceiling Removal

Popcorn ceiling removal is fairly easy, but it does require specific tools. Here's what you need.


13 Basic Home Improvement Skills DIYers Must Know

Save yourself from numerous problems at home by memorizing these hacks.


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How to Install a Ceiling Fan Mounting Bracket

Here, we'll show you how to remove an old light and install a ceiling fan mounting bracket so you can...


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Home Inspector Nightmares: Vol. 8

In this installment of home inspector nightmares, you’ll be amazed by how much ceiling fan blades can droop. Plus, as...


How to Cut Ceiling Tiles

Watch and learn the best way to cut ceiling tiles.


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How to Install a Garage Air Conditioner

Wrenching on a car or doing a project in a sweltering garage is no fun. A garage A/C does the...