Ceilings have taken the world by storm and, from plain and boring, have transitioned to various styles and colors. With the array of ceilings on the market, the daunting task is to find one that will match your style preference and the ambiance of your humble abode. If you are looking for chic and classy, … Read more
Lighting fixtures are a necessity in any household nowadays. In addition, the choice of lights can potentially illuminate your home in more ways than one. Both wall and ceiling lights come in various sizes and designs, providing many choices to ensure that your imagined aesthetic becomes a reality. However, are wall lights better than ceiling … Read more
Recently we moved to a new house that needed a little TLC. One major issue was that the living and dining rooms had an old popcorn ceiling. We had the ceiling tested, and it came back positive for asbestos. After careful consideration, we hired a professional to remove the popcorn ceiling. We then needed to … Read more
When I looked up at my ceiling one day and noticed a large crack had appeared, I was immediately concerned. After extensive research, I discovered that ceiling cracks could be relatively common in older houses. However, a crack in your ceiling could also indicate that there has been some structural damage. So, when should you … Read more
Cats are curious creatures. They often stare at things for a long time to figure them out like something on a ceiling. Your cat may be staring at the ceiling for several reasons. If your cat is staring at the ceiling, he might see, smell, or hear something. They can do this far better than … Read more
Living in a hot climate is made more bearable if you have a cool house to live in. It is incredibly frustrating to toss and perspire in your bed at night because of the heat. There are various approaches to cooling a house. You may choose to use an air conditioner, but this is expensive. … Read more
Sometimes when exploring an old building or purchasing a house of old age, you might find the low ceiling unfamiliar. Modern housing includes higher ceilings to create more openness and space. However, a low ceiling is not the end-all. There are architectural ways to take advantage of this low but charming ceiling to best decorate … Read more
I recently decided I wanted to redo my ceilings. I didn’t want to spend too much, so I started to look at some of the ceiling options available, and I was pleasantly surprised at what I found. I chose to install PVC ceiling panels, also called vinyl ceiling panels. I wanted to know what I … Read more
The use of vapor barriers is often debated in construction circles, and the need for this construction element is usually dependent on several factors, including the climate of the region in which the building is located. Vapor barriers in ceilings are considered necessary by some people and highly unnecessary by others. Because a garage is … Read more
When I started my home renovations, I was surprised by how little I knew about the required tools and materials. After some extensive research and redoing my ceiling, I discovered that DIY jobs can be relatively easy, and I figured out the best way to mud a ceiling. The best way to mud a ceiling … Read more