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The Ultimate Media Room- A Domed Ceiling and Multiple Groin Vaults

Monday, March 1st, 2010

el dome frame 300x216 The Ultimate Media Room  A Domed Ceiling and Multiple Groin VaultsBrian Hugghins with H. Customs called me up one afternoon looking to add a little flare to his current media room. He mentioned he had recently began rennovating his current media room to ultimately change it into a showroom for his future clients.

Brian then mentioned he wanted a jaw opener! I quickly replied, “We can do that!”

el dome drywall stage 300x199 The Ultimate Media Room  A Domed Ceiling and Multiple Groin VaultsWell, Brian and I immediately began pushing ideas back and forth until he finally decided on creating a domed ceiling for the main sitting area and a double groin vault for the entrance. Due to the configuration of the room, we ended up making the domed ceiling elongated in shape to help occupy the rectangle shaped ceiling. Hence the domed ceiling for a rectangle is called an, “Elongated dome.”

Note: An Elongated Dome is created when you cut a dome in half and put a barrel vault in between each domed half.

Once we nailed down the design and dimensions, Brian pulled the trigger on the project. We began making the ceiling kits and delivered them 5 days later at his house.

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“SSSShhhheeeww! Brian the hard part is done! We delivered your kits!!!” I jokingly stated.

With a CAD and detailed instructions we began installation of the 2 different ceilings.  After4 hours of easy labor we were done! All that was left was to sheetrock and paint! We were Done.

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A few weeks later we checked in with Brian to see how things were coming along and all I remember hearing was “You have to check this out!!!”

- so here are the pictures for you to check out! and I will second Brian’s statment. “You have to check this out!”

*For more information about Brian Hugghins or H Customs Audio.Video visit www.hcustoms.com

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What is a Domed Ceiling?

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

Dome Ceiling Kit1 300x205 What is a Domed Ceiling?A domed ceiling is a vaulted ceiling detail circular in shape (hemispherical or semispherical). Dome ceilings add beauty to any home and may be found in entry ways (foyers), dining rooms, media rooms, powder rooms, above  circular staircases, master bedrooms, master baths and study’s.

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Domes ceilings are easily created in just a few steps.

1st- Frame a squared opening into the ceiling

2nd- Use a simple Dome Kit from Archways & Ceilings Made Easy

3rd- Finish with drywall

That’s it! A beautiful architectural detail in just a few simple steps!

Best Way to Build Dome Ceilings l Dome Kits

Saturday, February 13th, 2010

dome ceiling Best Way to Build Dome Ceilings l Dome Kits

Dome Ceilings are a beautiful addition to any entryway, master bathroom, or dinning room.  However, they are usually very expensive and time consuming. Up till now these beautiful dome ceiling have been found in high-end custom homes.  But now with Archways & Ceilings, these beautiful ceilings are now found in first time homebuyer homes.  Archways & Ceilings has taken the once hefty price tag and cut it by more than half along with simplifying the construction process and eliminating the need for skilled labor.

How affordable are Archways & Ceilings’ dome kits? A 4ft dome ceiling kit cost $249.95, a 6ft dome ceiling kit cost $329.95, or an 8ft dome ceiling kit cost $409.95 and all take less than 30 minutes to install. Furthermore, we build all dome ceiling kits to your measurements within 3-5 days and then ship them directly to your jobsite.

How easy is it to install an Archways & Ceilings’ dome kit? A dome ceiling built on site has traditionally taken a few days to build along with requiring a great deal of plywood and lumber along with a very skilled carpenter.  However, a dome ceiling kit by Archways & Ceilings installs in less than 30 minutes.  We accomplish this by eliminating the prep work along with the time to cut the rafters and outer ring. It is now as simple as putting the correct preformed curved rafter in place and then fastening together.  If you can paint by numbers, then you can install a dome ceiling. Just to further illustrate how easy it truly is, we have had several DIYers install a dome ceiling successfully in a home renovation project.

How does an Archways & Ceilings’ Dome Kit compare to a preformed foam or plaster dome ceiling? Preformed foam and/or plaster dome ceilings are just as expensive as traditionally building them on site if not more expensive.  Furthermore, you have to build your homes around their measurements as they are unable to easily customize. In addition, they are usually in one piece and are therefore very expensive to ship and to install.  With an Archways & Ceiling Dome Kits, they are very affordable, flat packed for low cost shipping, easy to install, and made to your measurements.

A dome ceiling could give you the competitive edge over your competition next store.  For a very minimal investment you can easily set yourself apart while adding value to your homes.  Remember, we have videos and instructions for you every step of the way.  We take to heart your “Made Easy” claim! And, if you should have any additional questions along the way, call us toll free.  We would love to hear from you.

Now that is Dome Ceilings Made Easy!