Installing Tin Ceiling Over Plaster

It isn t called the fifth wall for nothing.

Installing tin ceiling over plaster.

Decorative plaster and tin looks. While restoring these ceilings can keep the aesthetic value and historic integrity of a home drywall is called on to fix many issues. We started this project with a bare square ceiling over a spanish style dining room. Just keep in mind that a coat of plaster needs time to dry.

Bob vila and builder bob ryley demonstrate how to install tin ceiling sheets. Tin ceilings were introduced in africa and australia in the mid 1800s but it wasn t until the united states mass produced rolled sheets of tin that the tin ceiling trend was born. When installing shiplap over drywall start with battens on finished ceilings family handyman if you re installing tongue and groove boards over drywall or plaster especially it s a good idea to install 1x2 battens and fasten them directly to the framing with 2 1 2 in. Install plasterboard over your entire ceiling then finish it by taping the seams and plastering for a smooth surface.

That way you can caulk and paint over mistakes. The tin ceiling trend peaked in the late 1800s and was. If you have any trepidation about installing the ceiling neatly you should probably plan to go that route. There is no need to rip down the plaster and create a bigger mess when you can install the new drywall right over it.

Other ceilings like metal tiles pressed with unique designs can be nailed to drywall or plaster ceilings using coordinating cone head nails. Simple and subtle 12 x 12 surface mount mineral fiber tiles are designed to match popular plaster styles or tin looks. It isn t called the fifth wall for nothing. With some simple calculating and installing this faux tin ceiling makes a dramatic impact and it keeps with the 1920 s style of the space.

Installing drywall can save valuable time and money. No need to fret about tearing down the existing ceiling just use a surface mount installation system. Give your popcorn ceiling a total makeover with one of these irresistible ceiling styles. This plastic tile is made to look just like the real tin version.

Traditionally tin ceilings were painted. If you leave the metal showing you can still cover imperfect joints with clear caulk and metallic touch up paint but these spots will be more. As with many of the other cover up options they are installed using the easy up track and clip system. This plastic tile is made to look just like the real tin version.

Tin ceilings were middle class americans response to the decorative plaster ceilings en vogue in europe. We started this project with a bare square ceiling over a spanish style dining room. For more on period details and finishes visit.