6/17/2023 0 Comments Installing suspended ceiling grids![]() Next, use nails or a screw to permanently secure the “Quickhang” grid hooks to the joists. After marking the line, position the “Quickhang” grid hook in place and use the “hammer tabs” to preliminarily hold them in place. Pro Tip: Quickhang grid hooks should not be spaced more than 4′ apart in any direction in order to ensure a strong and durable drop ceiling grid.Īfter establishing where the main beam will be positioned based on the spacing from the wall, use a chalk line to snap an even line across the floor joists – this line will be used to ensure that the “Quickhang” hooks are installed in a perfectly straight line.Īfter marking the line, position the “Quickhang” grid hook in place and use the “hammer tabs” to preliminarily hold them in place. In a 2’x2′ drop ceiling panel installation, however, you have the option to install the first main beam a “border panel size” distance from the wall OR a “border panel size” + 24″ (2′) from the wall. ![]() If you are installing a 2’x4′ drop ceiling panel, you will want you your main beam to be positioned a “border panel size” distance from the wall. When positioning your hanger wire or “Quickhang” Grid Hooks, you will need to refer back to your grid layout. I used “Quickhang” grid hooks for the drop ceiling in my basement. Main beams will run perpendicular to the floor joists and are the “structural backbone” of ever drop ceiling installation.Īlthough most commercial drop ceilings will use traditional hanger wire to support the drop ceiling grid, Armstrong Ceiling’s “Quickhang” grid hooks are perfect for residential installations. Install Hanger Wire or “Quickhang” grid hooksĪlthough the drop ceiling will be supported around the perimeter of the room by the wall moldings, hanger wire or “Quickhang” grid hooks will be needed to support the MAIN BEAMS – which will support the drop ceiling grid in the middle of the room. Install Main Beam next to Concrete or Cinderblock walls where installation of a wall molding is not possible – Photo Courtesy of Armstrong CeilingsĪfter installing the wall molding on all four walls of the installation area, you can move on to the next step and install the wire. With a little bit of math, you can determine the best way to trim the border panels so that they are even (and as large as possible) on opposite sides of the room.Īrmstrong Ceilings has a Online Ceiling Estimator and Layout Tool that can help you in determining your drop ceiling layout and the quantity of drop ceiling materials you will need for your project. Spend some time measuring and mapping out your room layout and then compare the room size to the size of drop ceiling panels you plan on installing. Small slivers at the border should be avoided whenever possible. Cross Tees (Run parallel to ceiling joists and in between main beams)įor the best drop ceiling appearance, the border panels should be roughly the same size on opposite sides of the room and as large as possible.Main Beams (Run perpendicular to ceiling joists and are supported by hanger wire or “Quickhang” grid hooks).Wall molding (installed as the border to the grid along the walls).The drop ceiling grid consists of the following components: Planning out your drop ceiling grid layout ahead of time is one of the more critical aspects of the drop ceiling installation process. Having the right tools for your project is critical, so it is highly recommended that you purchase these tools and materials prior to beginning your drop ceiling installation. Chalk Line OR Laser Level (Recommended).This article will focus on the installation of the Armstrong Drop Ceiling System that utilizes Quikhang Grid Hooks.Ībove are the Tools you will need to install a drop ceiling – Photo courtesy of Armstrong Ceilings ![]() Overall, installing a drop ceiling is an easy DIY project that the average homeowner can tackle. Finally, install the drop ceiling panels within each grid opening. ![]() After installing the main beams and cross tees of the ceiling grid, square the grid and ensure that it is perfectly level by hanging a magnetic level to the bottom of the grid beams. Next, install the hanger wire and position the ceiling grid so that it is supported by the wall moldings along the wall and the hanger wire in the center of the room. To install a drop ceiling, start by planning your drop ceiling grid and attaching the wall molding to each wall in the room. Additionally, there are many different drop ceiling panel styles available which make it easy to match the ceiling aesthetic to the rest of the room. A drop ceiling is an excellent ceiling option for basements, bathrooms, or commercial spaces since it is easy to install, visually pleasing, and offers convenient access to piping, HVAC ducts, etc. ![]()
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