juice
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any one use anything different than drywall for there ceiling. i'm looking for something light weight-easy to cut and install that won't sag and buckle in temperature extremes like +95 to -30 below.
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HoosierBuddy
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juice said:
Metal.
I used it for the ceiling and ran it down about 5' and then used exterior grade siding (t1-11) under that. The white ceiling reflects a lot of light too.
Phil
I just did mine in drywall, but if I had to do it over again, I'd definitely do something else. Probably metal or vinyl. Here's a thread from awhile ago about shopnut's "asylum". If I had seen this thread a few months earlier, I probably would have done the same as him. I HATE TAPING DRYWALL!!!! This looks SOOOO much easier and quicker!
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3148
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3148
Vicious_Cycle
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I have a question for those of you with metal ceilings:
Do you ever get condensation on the ceiling? I have been considering using metal for my as-yet unfinished ceiling. But I'm thinking that in the Springtime on days when I open up the shop, that warm moist air is going to cause condensation on my relatively cool ceiling. I don't want water drops raining down on me!
Do you ever get condensation on the ceiling? I have been considering using metal for my as-yet unfinished ceiling. But I'm thinking that in the Springtime on days when I open up the shop, that warm moist air is going to cause condensation on my relatively cool ceiling. I don't want water drops raining down on me!
dreamingmuscle
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Vinyl soffiting will work if you don't plan on storing any thing above them. (They will not hold any weight.) Easy to clean, shouldn't stain, one man install. although two men is alot better.
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heavychevy454ss
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Mine's 3/8" plywood. A little heavy to install by yourself, but with a little inginuity it can be done.
RAYJAY
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If I did it over I would use the metal its very flame proof. the vinyl I would not use, if you ever had a backfire or some welding spark the vinyl would burn really easy
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ralfs56
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Here's another option.
http://www.zipupceiling.com/ig/
http://www.zipupceiling.com/ig/
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rikbolen
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yes vinyl is the best way....last forever....will not rot, rust or anything else. very light weight easy install and very accessible later if necassary { bad spelling} if you use the bright white you'll get a lot of reflection back to the floordreamingmuscle said:
Stiffwood1673
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FNG here. Am anxiously awaiting the estimates for my 23 x 32 block construction freestanding combination playroom and cigar lounge. Was planning on drywall ceiling but am now intrigued by comments for vinyl ceiling. Can someone give me some particulars on this? Does it come in tiles, sheets, strips? Who makes it? Is it smooth, textured, etc., I Googled "vinyl ceiling" and got all kinds dropped ceiling products. I am planning on a 9' ceiling and don't want to drop any of it. TIA. stiffy.
boiler7904
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What look are you going for and how much do you want to spend?
Drywall is the standard. OSB or plywood look similar but with a rougher surface. Metal looks cold and industrial. May have noise issues too depending on the panel design.
Other things I can think of are suspended ceilings with tiles meant for humid spaces. I think that most of the big manufacturers have tiles that can be used outside (under bank drive-thru canopies is one use that comes to mind). Strips of wood (like beadboard would be another option.
There is one thing to think about. If the garage is attached to the house, you probably have to have something with a fire resistance rating like drywall or fire-treated plywood ($$$). A single layer of metal ceiling panel may or may not be acceptable to the local AHJ.
Drywall is the standard. OSB or plywood look similar but with a rougher surface. Metal looks cold and industrial. May have noise issues too depending on the panel design.
Other things I can think of are suspended ceilings with tiles meant for humid spaces. I think that most of the big manufacturers have tiles that can be used outside (under bank drive-thru canopies is one use that comes to mind). Strips of wood (like beadboard would be another option.
There is one thing to think about. If the garage is attached to the house, you probably have to have something with a fire resistance rating like drywall or fire-treated plywood ($$$). A single layer of metal ceiling panel may or may not be acceptable to the local AHJ.
I have the Zip-Up Ceiling in my Garage, and I love it. Was incredible easy to install and looks great. It has a class "A" fire rating. From what I have read about RPVC in general, the don't burn easy and for sure do not contribute to a fire. This stuff is really tuff as well.
When I bought mine it was $2.20 sq ft. Put up 32 x 24 in under 6 hrs just me and one other guy. I have had it in my garage a little over 2 yrs and no problems here. The guys that sold it to me where very helpful too. Might be worth the look, especially if you plan on doing it your self.
http://www.zipupceiling.com
When I bought mine it was $2.20 sq ft. Put up 32 x 24 in under 6 hrs just me and one other guy. I have had it in my garage a little over 2 yrs and no problems here. The guys that sold it to me where very helpful too. Might be worth the look, especially if you plan on doing it your self.
http://www.zipupceiling.com
dreamingmuscle
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Stiffwood1673 said:
Vinyl Soffiting comes in 12 foot lenths and 12 to 18 inch widths. You just put up some J molding around the edges of the ceiling. It hooks together and you can either fasten it with nails or screws. Hammer/drill, tin snips are you all you need to hang it. You could eiaslly do your garage in a day. Go to any home store you will find it in the siding section
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PAToyota
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No, the vinyl soffit won't support any weight and will bow under its own weight if only supported 4' on center. I don't think that you'll get vinyl soffit to look "crisp" for a ceiling application - it will likely look pretty uneven over the large expanse. I'd go with one of the thicker vinyl products or metal.
mangomadness
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I put metal up on the ceiling inside my shop. Turned out nice I used my four post lift as a scaffold and just moved it around as we put up the tin. (my ceilings are 12 ft) it would have bee tough to do it off a ladder!
If you’re thinking of vinyl sofit, It would be worth your trouble to look at this new product "Zip-Up Ceiling". I'll try and get out and get pictures of my Garage this weekend and post them so you can see what it looks like. It has it's own rail system that can hold the weight of insulation or lights. If I remember right they guaranty it not to sag or bow. I also remember that they can span up to about 4ft. with no trouble. My garage is on 2ft. centers. Hope this helps!
www.zipupceiling.com
www.zipupceiling.com
