The faux ceiling beams will need to be nailed to something solid to support their weight.
Adding faux beams to vaulted ceiling.
The result is a pleasant atmosphere that still feels spacious without overdoing the effect.
Normally a vaulted ceiling can make a room feel a bit cavernous but this bedroom looks warm and cozy with a wood stained ceiling and beams.
Since our beams were going on vaulted ceiling we had to make sure to take into account the angle of the wall.
Faux wood beams offer an easy affordable way to bring the more traditional look of wood to your vaulted ceiling without all the hassles of the real thing.
Contemporary living room by portland photographers philip clayton thompson.
Installing faux wood beams on a vaulted ceiling can bring about an inviting and comfortable feel while also adding variety to the room.
One major benefit of these beams is their lightweight makeup.
Existing ceiling joists can definitely be used but if you have removed the ceiling to install a new one this is a good opportunity to add blocking between the beams.
Start your vaulted ceiling beam and truss design az faux beams offers a wide variety of beam styles and finishes.
Vaulted ceilings can make a space look more vast and sprawling than it might actually be and the effect can leave a room feeling empty.
The same idea will still hold even if you want to install these faux beams on the ceiling.
How faux wood beams enhance.
If you re starting with a simple arrangement of faux wood beams in vaulted ceilings you have the option of adding a truss design down the road in the same style and finish.