Tongue And Groove Porch Ceiling

Acclimate the wood in the room it is to be applied four to seven days.

Tongue and groove porch ceiling. The right porch ceiling adds charm add ceiling porch bead board to an existing plywood porch ceiling or install tongue and groove and you ve just created a warm inviting porch. Start with your first piece. Beaded ceiling will add a distinctive and decorative element to your specific application.

For a plainer profile install tongue and groove flooring on your porch ceiling then paint or stain it. The groove of the first board should be along the edge of the ceiling. This gap will be covered by the lattice trim board later.

The tongue and groove ceiling on this porch is from a clear poplar material. But other wood options and sizes can be special ordered. Select a quality solid wood t g product not more than 6 wide.

Wood ceilings whether they be plywood or tongue and groove will require care over time. Two other elements support the masculine look in this rustic porch design. Woodhaven planks 5 x 84 plank size mdf country classic planks.

Also leave a 1 4 gap around the edge of the ceiling to allow for any expansion that might happen in extreme weather. 6 x 48 plank size mineral fiber woodhaven tongue and groove ceiling planks are made of medium density fiberboard and come in wood tone shades that reproduce the look of natural wood even down to the grain. Use the framing gun to add a nail to the tongue of the plank and secure in place.

If you intend to install a tongue and groove wood ceiling on a porch here is the correct method to help stop the swelling problems associated with moisture intrusion. Or choose a flooring made from a wood that stands up to the weather such as teak or cedar and either get it prefinished or leave it unfinished for a more rustic look. Some boards are rough on one face and smooth on the other.