Thursday, March 31, 2011

Install A Dropped Ceiling

A dropped ceiling is often the preferred choice in basements, offices, and anywhere else you are looking for a simple ceiling solution you c...

Paint A Tray Ceiling Using Stencils

Stenciled ceilings can be ornate or simple. When it comes to interior design, Italians have long realized that a ceiling is really just a fi...

Annoy Your Upstairs Neighbor Without Getting Evicted

Have an upstairs neighbor that you can't stand? Want to get back at your upstairs neighbor ? Here is how you can annoy your upstairs nei...

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Clean Dropped Ceiling Panels

Dropped ceilings are made of lightweight mineral fibers. Also referred to as a drop or suspended ceiling, a dropped ceiling is composed of a...

Quiet Fans

Ceiling fans are an asset to any home. Fans are a great way to keep your house cool and save energy. Ceiling fans offer an invaluable extra ...

Recessed Home Floortoceiling Shelving Ideas

Recessed floor-to-ceiling shelving allows for extra storage or display units without having to sacrifice floor space. Use this type of shelv...

Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Repair Bathroom Plaster Ceilings

Old style plaster ceilings don't last forever, especially in humid areas like bathrooms. Small repairs can be easily done with drywall ...

Airplane Ceiling Fan Instructions

Airplane ceiling fans often are modeled after warplanes. Installing a new ceiling fan can be a fun project to brighten up any room. Airplan...

Monday, March 28, 2011

Tips For Installing Lighting In A Living Room With No Fixtures

While it may seem unusual for builders to dispense with installation of ceiling light fixtures in living rooms, the problem does present its...

Mount Projectors On A Plaster Ceiling

A projector mount that allows your video projector to hang from the ceiling helps place the projector in an out-of-the-way spot where it ca...

Plan Bathroom Lighting

Bathroom lighting illuminates your bathroom and shower or bathtub for different moods. Sometimes the lighting can be used to enhance a roma...

Friday, March 25, 2011

Install A Beadboard Ceiling Porch To Existing Plywood

Installing beadboards over existing plywood on your porch ceiling adds a rustic touch to the space. The paneling adds an architectural elem...

Homemade Kayak Hangers

Need to hang your kayak up so you're not stumbling over it on the garage floor or on the back porch? You can make a homemade kayak hang...

Disconnect A Ceiling Light

A light fixture mounted by a single nut. Disconnecting a ceiling light fixture is not a difficult task. Ceiling light fixtures mount to eith...

Change Out A Chandelier

Change Out a Chandelier Changing out an old chandelier that has lost its visual appeal can change the entire look of a room. Replacing the o...

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Remove Old Tin Ceiling

Before drywall was invented, one of the most common building materials for finishing ceilings was ornamental rolled tin. Tin ceilings have b...

Diy Access Panel Ceilings

Drywall ceilings can conceal valuable storage space. A room's ceiling serves several important purposes, including concealing wiring and...

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Rain Shower Ideas

Rain shower heads drop water directly over a bather to simulate natural rainfall. If you are renovating your bathroom or choosing fixtures f...

Install A Ceiling Medallion & Fan

Install a ceiling fan yourself. Ceiling fans are an excellent way to keep a room cool in summer and warm in winter, saving money on your hea...

Ceiling Texturing Techniques

Applying texture to ceilings gives depth and definition to the surface. Some popular techniques to achieve a textured finish are knock-down,...

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Install A Ceiling Light Using The Old Wiring

Decorative lighting adds style and function to room decor. Styles and fashions change; the light fixture you once loved now looks dated and ...

Touristy Things To Do In New York

Manhattan skyline is a must-see. Just mention New York City and people all over the world get excited. The definition of "bright lights...

Monday, March 21, 2011

Diy Ceiling Mount Projector Screen

DIY Ceiling Mount Projector Screen Mounting the projector screen to a projector television can save money on costly installations. Projector...

What Use To Cover A Hole In My Ceiling From An Old Light Fixture

Determine whether or not you will ever want to replace your old light fixture before deciding on a method to cover the hole left in your cei...

Install Semiflush Lights

Install Semi-Flush Lights Semi-flush lighting ranges from fixtures with globes that slightly separate from the fixture base to chandeliers w...

Friday, March 18, 2011

Cut Ceiling Crown Molding

Cutting crown molding can be difficult. Crown molding can draw your eyes to the ceiling and emphasize the architecture of any home. One of t...

Contemporary Lighting Techniques

This kitchen presents a classic example of recessed lighting. A brass chandelier, while classic, sticks out like a sore thumb in a modern ro...

Thursday, March 17, 2011

Replace Your Own Ceiling Tiles In A Basement

Suspended ceilings are a versatile and easy way to finish the ceiling of a basement, workroom, shop, or other area. Over time, however the t...

Install A Ceiling Fan With Lights

Lighted ceiling fans are multi-functional. They serve the purpose of beautifying a room while providing a cool breeze and central lighting ...

Remove A Hampton Bay Fan

Uninstalling a Hampton Bay ceiling fan is a simple DIY project. The wide popularity of Hampton Bay ceiling fans comes from their quality con...

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Pick Out A Floor Fan For Your Home

There are numerous factors to consider when picking out a floor fan for your home. Fan size, wind output, noise production and appearance ar...

Install A Ceiling Fan With A Saddle Box

A mounted ceiling fan A ceiling fan typically is installed using an existing fixture. If you need a more secure method to mount a ceiling fa...