How To Install A Drop Ceiling Around Ductwork
Quickhang installation kits take things a step further and provide all the hooks brackets and nails plus all the ceiling grid and wall molding you ll need to cover approximately 64 sq.
How to install a drop ceiling around ductwork. Step 2 install wall angles. Drop ceilings are cost effective easy to install on your own and allow you to access ductwork and wires easily after it s been installed. There are many different ways to build a soffit but this is definitely my favorite way.
In certain situations all duct work will not be able to be concealed and must be incorporated into the ceiling design. Aim for detail and explanation. Standard drop ceiling grid has a height of 1 so if you want to install ceiling grid underneath the duct you ll want to be a minimum of 2 below the lowest obstruction whether it s a duct beam or pipe.
This video shows how to build a soffit around ductwork. Drop ceilings also known as a suspended ceiling offer many advantages over drywall. When this happens it will be necessary to install the ceiling tiles around the duct work.
A good diagram will basically build itself if you put in some time and effort. A suspended ceiling around ductwork should be 5 7 inches from the existing ductwork. Measure again to check your accuracy.
2 would allow minimum clearance for tile installation however the more clearance you allow the easier it is to install the.