Archive for the ‘Walls / Ceilings’ Category

Building a new bathroom ceiling or modernizing an old out-dated ceiling is not something that you do very often, so when you do start construction, you want to make sure that you do it right and that it is built to last. Proper bathroom ceiling construction is important because that’s where all the moisture will end up, and if it’s not assembled correctly you can end up with mold on your ceiling, flaking paint, or even falling tiles! On the other hand, when assembled right, the satisfaction that you feel when looking up at your new fashionable bathroom ceiling, knowing that you built the ceiling yourself, is hard to describe! Consequently, you shouldn’t rush bathroom ceiling construction in any way to avoid mistakes, but there are certain ceiling fabrication tips you can do to speed up the process, and we’ll be covering some of them below. Read on to discover how to build a bathroom ceiling properly and learn about why bathroom ceiling construction is so important. Read the rest of this entry »

Painting your bathroom ceiling is something that can truly change the appearance of a run-down looking lavatory. In a matter of days your dilapidated looking bathroom will be transformed into an entirely new room and you’ll no longer have to worry about the mold that kept forming on the ceiling or the flaking paint that had started to fall down into your vanity sink. In order to achieve the best results when renovating your ceiling, you need to know how to give your bathroom ceiling a professional paint job through preparation, specialized techniques, and choosing the right type of paint and colors that will work best with your decor. These interior decorating painting tips may sound simple, but a bit of work and careful preparation is involved, and you can’t skip a single step if you want to make sure that the end result is a professional and lasting remodeling job. Painting your bathroom ceiling is not a task that should intimidate you though, and if you follow our instructions carefully you too can paint your ceiling like a pro. Why pay someone to do it for you when painting your bathroom ceiling is something you can do yourself and save money? With the instructions below you will discover what kind of paint is best for bathroom ceilings and what bathroom ceiling prep you need to do in advance to get it done right the first time. Read the rest of this entry »

Wall tile installation plays a very important role in your bathroom décor and the overall look and feel of this popularly used area. Whether you are looking for a traditional or more modern bathroom setting, laying tiles on a bathroom wall can help to create the perfect atmosphere; however, this is more easily said than done given the various details that have to be taken into consideration regarding floor and wall tile installation. Wall tiling involves careful planning and a list of procedures that cannot be overlooked to get the best possible results during and after wall tile installation. These simple procedures do not require special expertise and can be done by any DIYer that wants to get involved in his or her bathroom renovation project from wall tile installation to the layout of faucets and accessories. The common issue that most bathroom renovators face as it relates to wall tile installation is that they are unaware of the professional tips and tricks that can make tiling a wall a lot easier and the necessary steps that should be taken to get the best possible results in laying bathroom wall tiles. Read the rest of this entry »

You might be considering the construction of an extra non-load-bearing wall in your bathroom but have no clue as to how bathroom walls are constructed and framed. Learning wall construction terminology will be your first step to understanding how bathroom walls are built. Knowing things like framing members in the floor and ceiling are called joist will go a long way to successful bathroom wall construction. Look no further, this article will take you through easy to follow steps that will show you how to frame and construct a new wall in your bathroom. Continue reading and before you know it you will have all the necessary information needed to get your bathroom wall construction on its way to either replace your old and damaged interior bathroom walls or simply just to expand your bathroom space. Read the rest of this entry »

Framing members support the walls of your bathroom and they are sometimes required to be removed if you have to repair a bathroom wall or displace a wall when you are expanding your bathroom space. So after you have removed the plaster or drywall from your bathroom walls, the framing is the last thing to be removed so you can put up your new walls. If you want to repair or reinforce any damaged framing members before installing the new wall surfaces in your bath, you have to understand the anatomy of walls and ceilings to make your job easier. And before you make any attempts at tearing down your walls, it is very important to evaluate whether or not the wall serves as a support (load bearing wall) as this will probably require the skills of a master carpenter or structural engineer. It is much easier, safer and less costly to remove a non-bearing wall, so it is imperative to first find this out. The experienced carpenter can easily remove framing members for wood framed bathroom walls and you can do it too with a little planning and diligence. Read the rest of this entry »

Crown molding in our bathrooms? And why not, we have moulding around our doors, windows and floors, so why then do so many homeowners hesitate to put crown molding on their bathroom ceilings. Perhaps it’s because they think that you have to be a master carpenter to install crown molding in their bathrooms. Contrary to that belief, you don’t have to be a master of all things wood. What you do have to know is the trade secret of how to actually cut your crown molding to add classic charm and finesse to your bathroom ceiling. One of the first things that you must realize is that while molding on your doors and windows is flat, crown molding on your bathroom ceiling actually bridges the gap between your bathroom wall and ceiling at a 45 degree angle. This means that the angled edges of your crown molding that butts up against your wall and ceiling are actually at 90 degree angles to each other so the back of the molding doesn’t even touch the wall; only the angled edges touch the wall and ceiling creating a hollow spot behind the molding. The most complicated thing about installing crown mold ing in your bathroom is cutting the joints. This is mainly due to the fact that your bathroom ceiling molding is installed at an angle; therefore it can’t be cut lying flat in a conventional miter box. Read the rest of this entry »

Preventing mold in your bathroom is a very important safety concern. Bathroom mold fungus is unsightly, unhealthy and ruins your bathroom walls and ceiling. Your bathroom is one of the dampest rooms in your home, which provides the perfect environment for black mold fungus to cultivate. The fact that heat and moisture is habitually generated in your bathroom itself encourages mold growth as these contributing environmental factors provide textbook conditions for mold spores to flourish. If you have small children or a family member with asthma or allergy problems, preventing mold and mildew in your bathroom is vital for their health and for the way your bathroom walls and ceiling looks. What you have to look out for is, if neglected, bathroom mold will likely spread internally through your walls, ceilings, and floors and this damage could lead to an extremely expensive bathroom reconstruction project. That is why it is important that you learn how to identify and eliminate mold from your bathroom. Read the rest of this entry »

When building a new bathroom or upgrading your existing bath, there are many ideas for bathroom ceiling upgrades that go beyond simply changing your lighting fixtures, adding a ceiling fan or painting your popcorn ceiling red. If you want to go beyond the traditional superficial touch ups and really customize your lavatory ceiling to meet your particular taste or lifestyle then these bathroom ceiling ideas are sure to stimulate your design senses. From vaulted ceilings to coffered ceilings, here are 5 innovative ceiling types you can use to spruce up your mundane bathroom ceiling. You can incorporate these ideas into your bath yourself if you are a handyman or hire a professional bathroom designer or contractor to help you bring your vision to life. Read the rest of this entry »

An interesting emerging trend that has come forth in the bathroom renovation industry is bathroom cladding. Maybe it’s the fact that a certain segment of the home renovation market is strapped for time or perhaps society itself is to blame with its need for instant gratification. But the fact still remains that there are many companies emerging to meet the demand for this new bathroom development. Whether you call it waterproof wall paneling, plastic tongue and groove or shower wall panels, they are all basically the same product. The cladding sold by most vendors is usually made from plastic, vinyl, acrylic, UPVC or PVC panels. The reason these panels are becoming increasingly popular is because they provide a virtually maintenance free cladding for your bathroom walls. The term “clad” means fully clothed, so in essence you are clothing your bathroom walls with paneling. But you are not limited to your walls as you can purchase bathroom ceiling cladding as well. Read the rest of this entry »

As you develop your bathroom layout, it is very easy to overlook the ceiling in your washroom, yet your bathroom ceiling is an important element in your baths overall design. Most people forget that a bathrooms ceiling must be resistant to moisture and humidity just like your walls and floors, so your choice of ceiling material and proper ventilation should seriously be taken into consideration to prevent mold or warping. A typical bathroom ceiling is about eight feet in height. Depending upon the size of your bathroom, the ceiling can make your bath appear cozy or you can add drama to the room by incorporating a high ceiling. Sometimes this can be too much and one way of fixing a ceiling that is too high is to either install a lower hanging false ceiling or by simply painting or tiling a border strip around your bathroom walls about the eight foot level to create the illusion of a lower ceiling area. Read the rest of this entry »