A Drop Ceiling that Looks Better Than Drywall! (How to Install a Drop Ceiling in a Basement - DIY)
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Published 2023-02-07
Learn how to install a drop ceiling in a basement with this DIY, step-by-step drop ceiling installation video. Specifically, you will learn how to install an Armstrong Ceilings Drop Ceiling in a basement. Personally, I believe that this drop ceiling looks better than a drywall ceiling!
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To install a drop ceiling in a basement, you will want to follow these general steps:
1. Plan out the Drop Ceiling Grid Layout
2. Install the Wall Moldings
3. Install Hanger Wire OR "Quickhang" Hardware
4. Prepare and Hang Main Beams
5. Prepare and Cut Border and Cross Tees
6. Square the Drop Ceiling Grid
7. Install the Remaining Grid and Level the Drop Ceiling
8. Install Drop Ceiling Panels
This video will also show you how to install recessed lighting in your drop ceiling panels.
For even more detailed information on how to install a drop ceiling, you can check out my blog article: atimprovements.com/drop-ceiling-installation/
Additionally, you can watch Armstrong Ceiling's installation video linked here:    • How to Install a Drop Ceiling | Armst... Â
This is Episode 7 in my "How to Finish a Basement" Youtube Series. In this series, I will show you how to finish a basement (DIY) from start to finish. Below are the previous videos in the series:
Episode 1: How to Install Rigid Foam Insulation
   • How to Install Rigid Foam Insulation ... Â
Episode 2: How to Frame Basement Walls
   • DIY Basement Wall Framing (How to Fin... Â
Episode 3: How to run electrical in a basement
   • Tips for Adding Electricity to a base... Â
Episode 4: How to Frame around HVAC and Pipes in a basement
   • How to Frame around HVAC ducts (or pi... Â
Episode 5: How to Drywall a Basement
   • Basement Drywall Tips and Tricks (How... Â
Episode 6: How to install LVP flooring in a basement
   • LVP Flooring Installation (How to Ins... Â
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All Comments (21)
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I did the exact same thing. Love it. Can get to wires, add what ever you want. I've added eye bolts to add climbing wall, hand holds, trx bands, hammocks and outdoor playground gear. On carabiners and move them around as needed. Add chase pipes for networking into other rooms, or up to the next floor. Then you have super easy access. Can lights can be added even with this type of ceiling too. Or use the wafer lights with no can.
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Wow Andrew! Your talent, artistry and craftsmanship will pay off highly if you ever rent/sell this property. Your before/after views are the most dramatic and memorable. Everyone will want to do to their home what you have accomplished in yours. Thanks again for a great show.
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I love the tiles, they needed them to look that good decades ago.
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Thanks for the video Andrew! I've been following your videos for the last year while refinishing my basement. Currently installing the drop ceiling and your video provided some clarity.
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When you do your boarder, divide your demanding space by 2 then add back half the materials dimension to get the largest piece. It looks nicer in the end
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I have really enjoyed watching this 'series'! The basement is really coming together! The ceiling panels are just beautiful! From drab and deary to absolutely fabulous. Looking forward to the final reveal! Lol you've give us tidbits along the way but it's not the same.
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I know finished ceilings look better but I’m so happy I went with drop ceiling. I’ve had 2 plumbing issues that resulted in me replaced 2 drop ceilings. That job would’ve been such a pain if it was sheet rock.
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Absolutely awesome! I can't wait to do me basement ceiling with this! Thank you!!!!
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Great video on installing drop ceiling, I'm going to attempt my kitchen and bath !
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I just came across this channel and just wanna say I wish I was as talented as you are!!
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Fantastic video, I have a 1600 sqft Rec room, I will be doing and this helped greatly Thanks
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Great video! Short and to the point.
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I did the same to my basement 15 years ago. I love the easy access to the subfloor. I can’t tell how many times I was in there running Ethernet, speaker cables, or repairing broken water pipes over the years - all would have required major ceiling repair if it had been drywall.
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Definitely better than other drop ceilings but Drywall still looks better.
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Very nice, and easy to understand
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Nice job Andrew. Looks Great!
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Hello my fellow Andrew!! You are a freakin' God sent! Bless you brother
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Nice job the panels look classier than the flat ones
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1 did that 40 years ago the lower level of my split level house I also added coax cable and need it when adding electrical switches and outlets so I had a bathroom bedroom utility room washer and dryer and finally a recreation room
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the detail. i love it.
