Dear James: I like older styles and décor, especially some decorative metal ceilings. Can I still get the metal materials, and is the project suitable for do-it-yourselfers? — Greg C. Dear Greg: The ...

If you don’t mind the ceiling looking like a commercial building, a drop ceiling can be an economical coverup. The project involves installing a grid system and placing ceiling tiles into the openings ...

Having an open ceiling to reveal rafters makes for a dramatic effect, but the ugly insulation batts ruin the look. An alternative to drywall that looks great in a workshop is to cover the insulation ...