Ceiling Materials Options

fastening drywall to ceiling

A variety of materials is used for constructing ceilings in a home. By far the most common today is the same as that used for walls—drywall (also known as gypsum wallboard or by the trade name Sheetrock). Drywall is attached to a structure of ceiling joists with drywall screws or nails. Joints between the drywall […]

Ceilings

This article introduces the role that ceilings play and offers ideas for interesting ceilings and information about ceiling materials. Most—but not all—ceilings are essentially horizontal walls, built using the same materials and methods as their vertical counterparts. Other than its vertical or horizontal orientation, the main difference between a ceiling and a wall is the […]