Ceiling How To & DIY

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How To Install a Ceiling Fan

Installing a ceiling fan is relatively simple. Here’s a step-by-step guide to putting in a fan without attic access.
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3 Ways to Remove Popcorn Ceiling

Want to remove your dated popcorn ceiling? Read our guide to decide between scraping, covering, or skimming.
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How To Texture a Ceiling

If you’re tired of the same old flat surface or dealing with a ceiling full of imperfections, a textured ceiling may be the way to go.
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How To Patch a Hole in a Textured Ceiling

After some electrical work, This Old House paint expert Mauro Henrique helps a homeowner patch a hole left in a textured ceiling.
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How To Build a Wood Beam Ceiling

Follow this guide to add character to your home using decorative wood ceiling beams. We break down the installation process, cost, and more.
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How to Size and Install a Ceiling Fan

A step-by-step guide to help you choose the right ceiling fan for your space and put it into place.
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Adding Crown Molding to a Coffered Ceiling

This Old House home builder Jeff Sweenor explains how he trimmed out the coffered ceiling of our Westerly project
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How To Flatten a Textured Ceiling

Read our guide to easily flatten your textured ceiling and discover how to achieve a sleek, flat ceiling without scraping.
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How to Patch a Plaster and Lathe Ceiling

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair a cracked plaster ceiling in an older home.
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Paint a Single, Bold Stripe

One wide swath of color can create a fresh, clean look that highlights a room’s best assets
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How To Patch a Ceiling

See step by step how to repair ceiling cracks, holes, dings, and water damage. Get expert tips on identifying and preventing ceiling damage.
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How to Replace a Skylight

When you're ready to replace your skylight, watch our video to learn how to swap out your old unit for a new one with a watertight seal.
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Antique Home Decor: 20 Easy Ideas

These modern versions of old world home accents give the same look without the wait (or cost).
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How To Install a Ceiling Fan on a Cathedral Ceiling

This Old House host Kevin O'Connor and electrician Scott Caron head to Denver to install a fan on a cathedral ceiling.
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How to Replace a Leaking Skylight

Got a leaking skylight? Learn how to install a new skylight into an existing opening with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
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Everything You Need to Know to Repair a Cracked Drywall Ceiling

This Old House general contractor, Tom Silva, demonstrates how to permanently patch a damaged and cracked drywall ceiling.
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Finding and Restoring Hidden Plaster Details

In an act of upside-down residential archaeology, the This Old House TV crew reveals—and rebuilds—historical plaster details entombed above a false ceiling
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Everything You Need to Know to Build a Coffered Ceiling

Apply basic carpentry techniques to primed boards and molding to add an elegant touch to any room. We walk through step-by-step instructions.
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How to Install a Skylight

TOH general contractor Tom Silva shows how new designs and better flashing make for a watertight roof window
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Decorative Crown Molding

In this step-by-step video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows the best way to install decorative trim to the joint between wall and ceiling.
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How to Cut Crown Molding Inside Corners

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to enhance a room with easy-to-install crown molding using plastic clips and caulking to finish.
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How You Can Use Backing Strips to Make Crown Molding

Backing strips can make your crown molding installation go that much more smoothly. Learn more about which ones to buy and how to use them.
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All About Tin Ceilings

Embossed metal panels give your ceilings an authentic vintage look
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Beautify Your Home With Crown Molding and Other Trim Upgrades

Add character to plain rooms with crown molding, baseboards, wainscoting and more
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Quick, Cheap, and Effective Plaster Repair

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates a great product for plaster repair
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How To Install an Angled Skylight

Our guide covers a step-by-step look at how to install an angled skylight, plus what to know before you start your project.
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How To Cut Crown Molding

Cutting crown molding can be challenging, but we'll walk you through different cutting methods and helpful tips in this guide.
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How To Hang Drywall on a Ceiling

In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates how to install drywall overhead using a lift.
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How to Repair a Plaster Ceiling

In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva saves a cracked plaster ceiling
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How To Install a Tin Ceiling

Turn your blank ceiling into an architectural showpiece. Learn how to install a tin ceiling in this step-by-step guide.
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How to Install a Beadboard Porch Ceiling

Gussy up your porch in time for outdoor entertaining with this guide to installing a beadboard porch ceiling.
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How To Install Crown Molding: Cut, Cope & Hang

Follow along with Tom Silva as he shows us how to install crown molding. Get step-by-step instructions and expert tips.
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Splicing Molding

A single length of molding spanning a wall is best, but when you have to use a second piece, use this technique to hide the gap