basement ceiling options
When renovating a base, the ceiling will be an important part of your decision process, because it is an important aspect of the room. You’ll usually find exposed pipes and wires there, so if you’re considering using the basement as a real room, try to overcome this hurdle. Even if it doesn’t look right, there are many ways and products that can help you with your problem. The basement is known to be a dark and cold room and usually when decorating, people want to make it a warm and cozy place. The ceiling can also give a cozy look and there are many options. You just have to choose which one is the best for you. If you are new to basement renovation, you should be aware of roof types before you begin. Mainly, there are two categories: suspended or drywall.
Drywall ceiling is not an easy method and requires a lot of effort. And if you don’t have the special equipment, you have to rent it or call a specialist. It is not very easy to install and can cause a lot of clutter in the basement. However, if you choose to install a drywall ceiling, it will give your basement a professional look. If you find that your basement walls are not long enough and you have a small room, then before you install the roof, remove some pipes and wires and put them somewhere else. The ducts cannot be removed, but you can paint them and emphasize them with the room, using different materials and colors. Also, you can integrate the pipes into the design if you’re concerned about not having access to them after the roof is installed.
Benefits of drywall ceilings: It’s the perfect base for wood paneling, it has fire-retardant qualities, it looks professional, and it’s not really expensive.
Another method is to install a suspended ceiling. This ceiling is actually made up of metal bars in the shape of the letter T, which are suspended upside down on cables. If you choose to install a false ceiling, you will have no problem moving the pipes, cables or even ducts. Another thing is that the ceiling will look flat even if the joists are not really straight. In addition, you will have access to the air, heating and cooling system, and electrical systems. In addition, this type of ceiling covers unwanted noise from above and allows light sources to be easily installed. But beware, because this false ceiling is not indicated to be used if you have a low basement, since it takes up a good amount of space. So if you have a low basement ceiling, use the drywall type.
Suspended ceiling benefits: no need to remove pipes, cables or ducts, flat appearance without straight beams, access to air and electrical system, no unwanted noise.
After knowing the types of ceilings, you can choose which one is best for you and install it in your basement. After that, you can move on to the decorative touches, such as flooring, accent colors, lighting, and furniture.