How To Hang Beadboard Paneling On Ceiling

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How to hang beadboard paneling on ceiling. Hold beadboard in place. How to install a beadboard paneled ceiling step 1. The joists typically are located every 16. Materials 1 4 beadboard 8d finishing nails panel adhesive.

Determine where you would like trim lines to go to cover any gaps between boards. Using a pneumatic gun and 2 inch finish nails face nail the board to the plywood underlayment every 12 to 16 inches. Position the first board on the ceiling groove side or the side you cut against the wall inch away from it. Instructions measure your ceiling and determine how much beadboard you need.

In most cases you can simply place the beadboard sheets over the popcorn on the ceiling. Do this until all of the beadboard is in place. You can use a stud finder or just drill holes in the drywall. Use the marks on the walls to guide you as you nail the beadboard into place.

Nail the beadboard to the joists by driving the nails at an angle through the tongue portion of the boards. Install beadboard ceiling panels in the same direction as your floor boards for visual continuity. Cut down the beadboard including cut outs for lights and vents. If you are installing beadboard over drywall choose a panel with 3 8 inch or 1 4 inch thickness.

Classic beadboard installed on the ceiling is a great way to update a room without spending a lot of time or money. Cut your beadboard to size. If you have ceiling beams run the panels perpendicular to beams for an interesting twist. That will ensure a reveal albeit a narrow one at the point where your beadboard meets the door.

We used a jig saw and it worked great. Measure the ceiling and locate the ceiling joists.