How To Build Decorative Ceiling Beams

This project uses inexpensive whitewood boards held together with wood glue and nails.

How to build decorative ceiling beams. This authentic looking wood beam less than 20 to make. The width and depth of decorative beams should be proportional to the size of the room. We made ours super simply and we ve shared our easy tutorial. This is the only part of the project that absolutely needs 2 people because you need to install both sides at the same time.

Existing ceiling joists can definitely be used but if you have removed the ceiling to install a new one this is a good opportunity to add blocking between the beams. Wood ceiling beams are a highly sought after home feature adding architectural charm and a subtle rustic touch to any space. We used our reclaimed wood look stain to finish the project for pennies. If you live in a builder grade home with lackluster ceilings you can fake the look with our easy tutorial.

On the one side we had to cut our beam on an angle to line up with the angled wall. A faux wood beam can be a lovely accent to a cottage or cabin ceiling ours is a bunkie. Once it is all secure its time to install my decorative ceiling beams. However not all homes are built with decorative ceiling beams in place.

How to make a faux beam with wood. We ve noticed that aged wood beams are one of the features most sought after by homeowners right now. Exposed ceiling beams are an architectural feature that allows rooms to have higher ceilings or a decorative element that adds charm. The faux ceiling beams will need to be nailed to something solid to support their weight.

In rooms with 8 or 9 foot ceilings beams that are about 5 inches wide and 3 inches or so deep are typical.