Ceiling joists framing

Learn everything you need to know about ceiling joists from Complete Building Solutions. Find the answers you're looking for in our ultimate guide to understanding a ceiling joist. Trust CBS, your local Minneapolis structural engineers to help you with your next construction or renovation project.

Drop ceiling recessed lights require a little more planning. Use this guide to learn the intricacies of how to install recessed lights in a drop ceiling, including the additional techniques for planning and tools for installation.

The wooden joists or beams over your garage help hold your roof in place. If you have an attic over your garage, these joists also bear the load of your attic flooring and any materials you store in the attic. If you need a storage area above your garage, strong ceiling joists are necessary to support the added weight.

This diy step by step article is about how to install a drywall ceiling. Installing drywall ceiling can be done either on metal studs or on wood studs.

How to create a level frame for a ceiling, even when the joists in the ceiling are uneven - part 4 of a living room renovation story.

When selecting 2x12 dimensional lumber for joists, ceilings, rafters, trusses, or beams, it’s helpful to know how far they can span. Span depends on wood species, lumber grade, loads, and other factors, so it’s important

Is it possible to frame a hip roof without ceiling joists? I know you can do it with a gable having a structural ridge supported on each end, but what about...

Homeowners often want to create a vaulted ceiling design. In many cases, a vaulted ceiling makes the room feel more open, bringing air and light into a room.

Repairing a Bouncy Floor | Sistering Joists | Pro Tips A client recently asked us if we could reduce the “bounce feeling” on their bedroom floor. Floor deflection is common in older homes because the floor joists used back then were smaller or spanned longer. This article will cover how to go about reinforcing floor joists.

So, what’s a ceiling joist, and what does it do in our home? This article discusses ceiling joists, their functions, sizes, and types. You’ll also learn how to find a ceiling joist and if you can cut through one in preparation for a major home improvement project.