How can we attach drywall to wood spacers to bring it to the level of the metal beams in our basement ceiling after a company went out of business?
We decided to go with the idea of putting the drywall up on the wood beams and leaving the steel beams exposed. The plan is to paint the steel beams a high gloss black. It seems like a simple, cost-effective solution that will also look really good! I’m leaving this post up in case it helps someone else dealing with a similar situation. Thanks to everyone for the suggestions!
We had a leak in our finished basement that we got fixed, and now we need to put up a new ceiling. We’re trying to figure out the best way to attach the drywall. Do you think it would work if we screwed in some wood spacers to match the level of the metal beams?
A little background – we hired a company to handle this part of the project before the rest of the team came in. Unfortunately, by the time we were ready for them, they had gone out of business. We could consider legal action, but it’s just a small amount of money, and sometimes you can’t get blood from a stone. Plus, if we can’t manage to put up drywall, maybe we don’t deserve to be homeowners after all.
Another option is to double sheet it. Use 2 pieces of drywall all the way across until it aligns with the metal framing, if that’s the look you’re going for.
I never realized that would actually work! It seems like it might be easier. Thank you!
Yep, I work as a framer and we had to do that on one of our jobs. It can get a bit pricey since you’re using more drywall, but just double it up with 5/8 thick.
I would simply hang the drywall on the wood and then paint the beam. I am not a fan of sacrificing ceiling height in a basement, even if it’s just by an inch. (Or alternatively, I would encase the beam, whichever looks better.)
That sounds like it could be really neat! A more industrial feel. I’ll run the idea by my husband!
My husband was really excited about this idea. We’re definitely going to paint the beams high gloss black. Thanks for the suggestion!
Keep the beams exposed, drywall the ceiling, and cover the beams with lumber to give the appearance of a wooden beam.
You also have the option of using crown moulding.
Install the furring and extend the beams with drywall … should the furring be flush with the beam (or lower)?
Have you considered a suspended ceiling?
Hey John, remember when we discussed this before? The easiest solution is definitely the way to go, especially since they have some really nice looking versions available now.