Tray Ceiling Molding

Why focal point s crown molding is perfect for tray ceilings.

Tray ceiling molding. Since i knew my crown molding was level i used that as the base for each panel. Prepare materials such as drywall glue sandpaper furring strips nails sanding block utility knife and joint compound. I marked those studs on the crown molding and the ceiling so that i could see the marks after the panel was in place. Because the drop down border.

They can be positioned along the outside edge of the tray where the tray meets. Some tray ceilings are minimalist in design with no trim or accent lighting. Others incorporate ornamental trim such as crown molding and strategically placed lighting. A tray ceiling can feature many different styles such as rounded design molding different paint colors lighting wood shiplap arched construction and tiered levels just to name a few.

If you don t have crown molding already you. How to mount crown molding to a tray ceiling. Crown molding how to lighting molding. Paint between the edge of the ceiling and the 1 foot line.

The bottom tier of a tray ceiling is often the same color as the walls of the room. With the help of your spouse or friend attach drywall to the whole ceiling. Flat trim such as wall casing bead moldings and other flat wooden trim boards are used to outline tray ceilings. The result is a room with a striking design and ambiance.

Now you can install those wood panels in the vaulted ceiling. Tray ceilings have been used for hundreds of years and continue to be incorporated in homes of modern design. By creating a surface with 2 by 2 inch wood angled to match the. In general steps for a simple tray ceiling model you need to follow the rough steps.

How do you attach the top of crown molding to a ceiling that isn t flat. Molding can be designed to conceal accent lights which softly illuminate the tray part of the ceiling and recessed lights can be fitted in the drop down border.