This is also a great way to cover up dated.
Build coffered ceiling video.
Constructing coffers on your own may seem daunting but we ll show you how even the average diyer can create this hallmark old house feature.
This allows the coffered ceiling to look recessed within the ceiling of the room.
If you d like to add dimension and character to a plain room nothing beats the traditional look of a coffered ceiling with its grid of bold beams.
Contributor chris beidel owner of pernt a handmade furniture company in brooklyn new york walks you through this ceiling beautification project.
Draw a rough sketch of how you want your diy coffered ceiling to look to help you visualize.
Add architectural detail and rustic farmhouse charm to a builder basic bedroom with a tongue and groove planked wood ceiling.
Be sure to keep these in mind when planning your coffered ceiling layout as you will need to mount your brackets to the joists.
How to install a planked wood ceiling.
Add sheen and texture to an architectural ceiling with inlaid grasscloth panels.
Like i mentioned we wanted a basic grid.
How to install grasscloth on a coffered ceiling.
Importantly an inset coffered ceiling requires a soffit ceiling to be framed around the entire perimeter of the coffered ceiling.