Give us a try.  See for yourself that we’re every bit as cost efficient and easy to install as we claim to be!  To prove it, just mention this video when ordering and we will give you 10% off on your order just to give us a try.

Archways and Ceilings Made Easy – that’s right – we had the “Made Easy” button first!

For example, I had a customer out in Keller, Texas do just that. This young couple recently bought a 20 year old home which had many flat & boring ceilings. They were looking to add a little flare to their dining room without having to spend a lot to achieve it. They went on-line and began looking for different types of ceilings or decorative ideas when they found Archways & Ceilings on the Web. One of the homeowners mentioned a light came on above their head and they instantly found what they were looking for. They fell in love with a Groin Vault. (Click here for definition of a groin vault http://www.archwaysandceilings.com/blog/what-is-a-groin-vault) With a few clicks of the mouse they were able to find pictures and a price for their groin vault remodel right there on our website. They then took the next step and ordered and Archways & Ceilings shipped them the groin vault along with several other archways they also ordered to help update the square openings in their home.

The Ceiling Remodel for the Groin Vault broken down into 6 Simple steps:

Step #1 The customers framed a cross brace out of 2×6’s and secured it to the original drywalled ceiling.

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Step #2 They assembled the groin vault by attaching it to the cross brace. The Groin Vault comes with a colorful detailed instruction page along with a CAD to help beginners as well as veterans install the groin vault.

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Step #3 Step Back and Admire the Groin Vault Ceiling.

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Step #4 Hired a local drywall company and drywalled the groin vault with ½” thick drywall.

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Step #6 The Local Drywall Company taped & mudded the groin vault ceiling and later applied a texture to the ceiling.

That’s it! All they need to do now is agree on what color of paint they plan on using. Now that can be the hardest part of the whole project.

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Watch the whole ceiling remodel including the archways here:

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Finished Groin Vault Ceilings:

Barrel vault ceilings are a beautiful addition to any room or hallway.  However, they are usually very expensive and time consuming. Until now these beautiful barrel ceilings 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.  Let’s see just how affordable and easy it truly is.

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How Affordable Are Archways & Ceilings’ Barrel Vault Ceiling Kits?

A 6ft long by 4ft wide half circle barrel vault ceiling kit costs $89.90 a 12ft long by 5ft wide soft arch barrel vault ceiling kit costs $184.80, or a 4ft long by 6ft wide elliptical barrel ceiling like the pictures in this email costs $134.28 and the elliptical barrel vault took less than 15 minutes to install. Let’s get a little crazy, how about a 20ft long by 6′ wide barrel vault? Well, it would only cost $356.66. The great thing about all these prices is that you can receive an instant quote by visiting Archways & Ceilings and simply input these measurements for instant prices. Furthermore, we build all barrel vault 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’ Barrel Vault Ceiling Kit?

A barrel 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 barrel ceiling kit by Archways & Ceilings installs on average in less than 30-40 minutes depending on the width and length.  We accomplish this by eliminating the prep work along with all the cutting time. It is now as simple as putting the preformed curved barrel vault pieces in place and then nailing.  If you can paint by numbers, then you can install a barrel vault ceiling. It is that easy! See for yourself; watch a barrel ceiling being installed on our YouTube channel.

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How Do You Drywall an Archways & Ceilings’ Barrel Vault Ceiling Kit?

Simple, with just a few easy steps it is as easy as cutting the drywall to length, pressing the board into place, and fastening with your standard drywall screws. Don’t believe me, take a look at How to Drywall a Barrel Vault Ceiling on our YouTube Channel.

A barrel ceiling could give you the competitive edge over your competition next door.  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 our “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 a Barrel Vault Ceiling Made Easy!

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Do not forget to tune in next month to see how to drywall a dome ceiling!!

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Identity:

Take a look at these logos: What comes to mind?

Notice anything familiar about most of these logos?  Many of you who take a glance recognize logos like Subway, Home Depot, Lowes, NASCAR, etc. All this from just a glance! If you take a second look, you will notice I changed the logos to include the Archways & Ceilings name. This is how strong name brand identity is. Even though the Archways & Ceilings name was changed to match the logos of these other companies we have a tendency to associate these logos with the present companies. Not to mention, we can easily identify what products or services they supply. Logos are an important tool to transmit a key message to your customers about who you are, what you stand for and the value of your products. It is a unique way to tell the world what you do.

Familiarity:

As a consumer I find it very important to be familiar with brands. For example, when I am driving down the road looking for something to eat I immediately start evaluating the familiar restaurants and associate the type of food with that restaurant. Every once in awhile when I see a restaurant chain with which I am not very familiar, I find that I am less likely to visit this establishment because I am unfamiliar with the food, the service, and what the company is all about. I don’t know if they have a low restaurant score or if they use poor quality products to make their food. Instead, I am like a moth to a flame, I see the glowing golden arches in the distance and I find myself sitting in the drive thru of McDonalds. Why? Because I know what to expect! So more often than not when people are looking for a restaurant, want to go shopping, or want to visit a certain location, they are always going to gravitate to what is familiar

Values:

Looking at a few brands like Home Depot, Harley Davidson, Lowes, Wal-Mart and so forth I instantly grasp the core values of these companies. Their brand says it all; Great prices, quality products, customer service, etc. Having a brand that shouts out to the consumer the values of a company is very important because it allows them to connect and share with potential customers. Not to mention it holds them accountable for living up to these expectations.

So why is Branding important to Archways & Ceilings Made Easy?

Well, the next time you look at our logo, we want you to identify that we manufacture Archways & Ceilings. We make wood framing kits for Dome Ceilings, Groin Vaults, Cove Ceilings, Barrel vaults and Archways. Not only do we manufacture archway and ceiling framing products, but our product catch phrase, “Made Easy” is central to our message because our products make your job easy!  That’s right.  We take the “hard” out of the complex. We had the “Easy Button” before Staple’s did!   We are an established company with a trusted name with strong business values based on great quality products, customer service that is there every step of the way and great competitive prices. So the next time you see our logo- you will grasp all of this in a split second. Archways and Ceilings Made Easy – a great brand!

How easy is it to order?

It is as simple as measuring the length, width, and rise of your barrel ceiling. (Need more information on finding your measurements? Visit http://www.archwaysandceilings.com/videos_pdfs/bv_measure.pdf ) Once you have these 3 key measurements simply punch them in online at www.archwaysandceilings.com or call a sales associate at 877-303-ACME. Presto! Your barrel vault will now be manufactured and shipped to the jobsite.

How easy is the barrel ceiling to install?

Traditionally a barrel vault built on site would take several hours and require a great deal of plywood and lumber to construct. However the barrel ceiling kit from Archways and Ceilings Made Easy comes preformed and only takes a few nails to attach into place. It is as easy as hanging a picture frame. The reason a barrel vault ceiling kit is so easy is because you no longer have to cut or figure your dimensions. The prep work is gone! All you have to do is hang the pieces. (For more information on how to install a barrel ceiling, please visit: http://www.archwaysandceilings.com/videos_pdfs/bv_install.pdf)

How affordable are Archways and Ceilings Barrel Vault kits?

A 10ft long by 4ft wide barrel ceiling kit with a soft arch rise of 12 inches costs $148.32, a 10ft long by 6ft wide half circle barrel vault kit costs $226.62, a 10ft long by 8ft wide soft arch barrel would cost a mere $242.82 and all take less than 30 minutes to install.

Building a barrel vault ceiling kit is no longer labor intensive, expensive and for high end custom homes. Whether you are building a small spec house, remodeling a home, or building a custom home, Archways and Ceilings Made Easy has the barrel vault framing system for you. Remember from customer support, to detailed instructions and videos Archways and Ceilings Made Easy is there every step of the way!

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Watch “How to build a barrel vault” here:

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Watch The Barrel Vault Picture Gallery Here