A drop ceiling is also known as a suspended ceiling. The drop ceilings are easy to install and renovation or decoration becomes easier. You can go for a metal stud ceiling track as the stud ceiling take less time and effort. You can install a ceiling frame by yourself as it is not a difficult task. As a beginner, you should know the ceiling and installation process. Study and search for different installation videos of the drop ceiling frame. This will help you a lot in the installation of the drop ceiling frame.
This article is beneficial for beginners who are interested in the installation of a drop ceiling frame. Here you will find the proper method with some installation tips as well.
Measurement and placing wall angles:
You should use a proper measuring tape to find the length of the wall of your room. You need to measure the length and width of the room if it is square or rectangular. Record all the measurements in any notebook.
The next step is to mark the line between 4-6 in down from the tops of the walls. This space from the top of the room wall to the line is for fixtures and to put ceiling frames. You can use a pencil or chalk for marking the line with proper equal measurement of the room.
To cut the wall angles, use a pair of tin snips to the length of the walls. Wall angles are L-shaped long pieces used around the walls to support the ceiling and runners. Usually, wall angles are available in 8-12 ft. lengths, you need to trim with snips to match wall length.
To locate the studs in the wall, use a stud finder to mark their locations. Use a pencil for it. Use 1 ¼ length screws and electric screwdriver to secure the wall angles in place.
Install a grid for the ceiling frame:
The main runner supports the bulk of the weight of the drop ceiling. Cut the main runner according to the measurement to fit the length of the room perpendicular to the joists. Then use a chalk line or any tie strings to leave a line on joists. Move 4 ft. and draw another line on the ceiling.
After the complete measurement, attach a lag bit onto the electric screwdriver. Set an eyelet inside the bit to run wires through holes of eyelet screws to hang main runners. Keep adding an eyelet on the wall after every third joist. Then hang up the main runners by twisting wires. Put a secondary runner perpendicular to every 2ft. to main runners by clipping them.
Installation of ceiling frame:
You need to mark the place of lighting on the frame. With the help of a pencil, mark the size and cut the frame with a sharp utility knife for ducts and light fixture opening. Then you measure the frame according to the room and shape them. Make cuts in the frame to fix with the runners.
Lift the frames through the grid. Set on the top of the ceiling grid. Adjust and fix the runners to install the frame perfectly.
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