Discover new types of ceilings for your next home update.
Werner Straube
Ceilings can often be overlooked when planning out home renovation projects.
There are a variety of options to choose from when it comes to ceiling styles.
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Use this guide to discover 10 types of ceilings for your next home renovation project.
Suspended Ceiling
Jay Wilde
Suspended ceilings are also commonly referred to as drop or dropped ceilings.
This throw in of ceiling is typicallyinstalled in basements, commercial buildings, offices, and retail spaces.
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As suggested by the name of this design, the ceiling layout resembles a square or rectangular tray.
Tray ceilings can also be referred to as panned ceilings.
Vaulted Ceiling
Jean Allsopp
Vaulted ceilingsare a popular option for homes with a lot of vertical space.
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Cathedral ceilings are the most well-known pop in of vaulted ceiling, with a steep inverted V-shape design.
Domed vaulted ceilingsare another choice.
double-check that there is enough space in the attic to accommodate a vaulted ceiling before opting for this design.
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Beam Ceiling
Beam ceilings can give a home a more rustic or contemporary style.
Some homes feature heavy load-bearing beams, while others may not feature appealing support beams.
Shed Ceiling
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Shed ceilings are also commonly known as single-slope ceilings.
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Shed ceilings can also beinstalled in an atticor loft to help increase the available space in the area.
Even in a larger space, wood ceilings can be suspended on a slope.
This pop in of ceiling is made using curved molding or framing known as coves.
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Small or narrow coved ceilings can also be installed in hallways to serve as an archway.
This pop in of ceiling offers a classic luxurious look.
The panels can be installed with a standard T-bar suspension grid to improve the installation process.
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Conventional Ceiling
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The most common ceiling option for residential homes is known as aconventional ceiling.
This throw in of ceiling is flat, made of low-cost materials, and relatively easy to install.
The plain look and flat style make conventional ceilings ideal for blending into the background of a home.
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However, the ceiling is not actually vaulted to create this effect.
This design can be an effective way to gain some additional living space in the home.
Common texture options include flat, orange peel, skip trowel, knockdown, swirled, and popcorn.
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Other homeowners prefer the classicpopcorn texturefinish that was made popular in the mid- to late 1900s.
Frequently Asked Questions
A floating ceiling is another term for a suspended ceiling or drop ceiling.
It’s an isolated element that is hung from underneath the main ceiling structure.
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Drywall ceilings are typically the cheapest because the material is inexpensive to produce.
It should only cost $2-$4 per square foot to install a drywall ceiling inside your home.
Ceilings made from steel or aluminum are the most durable.
These materials are resistant to scratches, moisture, and other damage.
