Make it Lower
To make a ceiling lower, you traditionally need to install a drop ceiling. Making it only appear lower is something you can do yourself, over the course of a weekend. Wood beams added to a vaulted ceiling, break up the wide, open space and make the ceiling look lower. Artificial wood beams are hollow in the center and slide onto hooks screwed into your ceiling. Depending on the height of your ceiling, you may need to rent or borrow a taller ladder, to reach the top of the vaulted ceiling. Wood beams and artificial wood beams come in a variety of colors and styles, including both lighter and darker woods and country style beams, complete with knotholes.
Add Texture
Makeover your vaulted ceilings by applying texture to the space. Popcorn spray is one technique that gives the space a new look. This also comes in an acoustical spray, which helps block sound from escaping the house. This may help reduce any echoes you hear, due to the tall height of the ceiling. Newer sprays don't contain asbestos like the older sprays, which means you can do this yourself. You can also apply the textured spray to the ceiling first and then let it dry before applying a coat of color to the walls. The paint adheres to the textured spaces in different ways, creating a unique look to the space.
Meet the Arch
If you dislike the high feel of your ceilings, then install new cabinets that reach toward the ceiling. Vaulted ceilings have a central arch and slant upward toward this arch. Install cabinets that reach where the angle of the ceiling . You can up to 12 feet in height, depending on your ceiling. The cabinets make the room feel smaller and break up the expanse of wall space. They also give you extra storage space, which is particularly appealing to those with an otherwise small home.
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