How To Install Reclaimed Wood Ceiling Beams

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How to install reclaimed wood ceiling beams.

More beams from southern accents. This project uses inexpensive whitewood boards held together with wood glue and nails. The hollow beam fits over the ledger. The 2 4 then recesses into the u of the beam that was notched out.

Anchor the 2 4 with star bit wood screws and make sure to hit studs. Nailers are thin strips of wood that the beam will fit over snugly. However not all homes are built with decorative ceiling beams in place. Install nailers on the ceiling to make installing the faux beams easier.

With a helper chalk line each joist across the room. Measure and mark the ceiling where you intend to install the beams. It may be necessary to scrape off a heavy ceiling texture to create a flat surface. 6 starting as close to the side walls as possible attach the blocks of wood every 3 6 feet.

If you live in a builder grade home with lackluster ceilings you can fake the look with our easy tutorial. That is what we did with the 2 4 across the top of our closet ceiling. The faux beams are installed on the ceiling via a ledger board attached to the ceiling. Wood ceiling beams are a highly sought after home feature adding architectural charm and a subtle rustic touch to any space.

Secure the barn beam to the 2 4 s. Install 1 2 plywood over the existing drywall or plaster making sure to screw through the plywood and into the overhead framing. If studs joists are not where you want the beams to go you may need to use mollies anchors to attach the blocks of wood on the ceiling. Use chalk lines as a guide and install screws 12 on center.