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Archways & Ceilings Photo Book (Groin Vaults, Dome Ceilings, Barrel Vaults & Cove Ceilings)

admin — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 19:10:41 +0000

Need ideas or inspiration for your upcoming remodel or new home construction project? Then this the perfect book for you. Get different ideas on how to add that arched ceiling or on how to finish them out. Not to mention, this is a handy book to have to show your customers the options they have when dressing up a particular room in the house.
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How to install a barrel vault ceiling- Instructions

admin — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 17:46:49 +0000

Step by step instructions illustrating how to properly install a barrel vault ceiling from Archways & Ceilings Made Easy or simply watch the “How to” video here!

Step 1- Using traditional framing construction to meet code requirements, frame a brace centered down the length of your barrel vault.

Step 2- Snap a center line to the underside of the center brace. Note: The center line must be centered down the length of the barrel vault within ¼”.

Step 3- Measure and mark down from the bottom of the center brace along each wall and at each end ______ inches (rise). Note: The rise does not include the thickness of the center brace.

Step 4- Snap a horizontal line at the rise mark on each wall down the length of your barrel vault.

Step 5- Starting at one end of your barrel vault, align the pre-cut mitered half of the arch to the rise mark on the stud. Using a nail gun (or screw gun), attach the half to the stud. Tip: if using screws predrill pilot holes.

Step 6- Align the square cut half to the center line of the center brace and nail (screw) in place.

Step 7- Repeat steps 5 and 6 to complete the whole strut.

Step 8- While spacing the barrel vault struts 16” O.C., continue installing the struts down the length of the barrel vault until finished.

Step 9- If necessary and/or according to code requirements, install strongbacks atop the barrel vault struts.

Step 10- If necessary and/or according to code requirements, fire block the barrel vault along the perimeter of the outer struts.

Step 11- That’s it! You are now ready for electric and drywall!

To download the full colored step by step instructions click here: Barrel Vault Instructions

To see a picture gallery and find out pricing on the barrel vault ceiling kits click here: Gallery & Pricing

How to Install a Barrel Vault Ceiling Video

The Curve Appeal: A Photo Book of Arched Ceilings

admin — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 16:49:34 +0000

Looking for a good design or idea to incorporate into your home. Well, take a look below and see different types of ceilings from groin vaults, dome ceilings, barrel vaults, cove ceilings and archways. Get ideas and see what works best where. Click photo book to enlarge.

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An Elegant Ceiling, a Fancy Ceiling, a Stylish Ceiling or just a plain Cool Ceiling- We have it all!

admin — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 20:29:10 +0000

Are you having trouble finding a ceiling detail that fits your needs? Well, look no further because we have plenty of pictures to get you on the right track to adding that exact ceiling you have been looking for. Whether you are calling it an elegant ceiling, a fancy ceiling, a stylish ceiling or just a plain cool ceiling we can tell you exactly what each particular ceiling is called, show you what it looks like and show you how you can incorporate it into your home. To get started, check out some of our before and after pictures below.

If you still haven’t found what you are looking for then check out some of our other blog posts or check under our ceilings section on Archways & Ceilings Made Easy.

Fancy Ceilings: 3 Easy Steps!

admin — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:37:45 +0000

Are you looking for a fancy ceiling to add to your home? Well, look no further. Archways & Ceilings Made Easy prefabricates a variety of fancy ceilings making it easy to achieve that custom ceiling you were looking for. With our patented technology we can bend wood to create groin vaults, dome ceilings, barrel vaults, cove ceilings and more. By simplifying the construction process we not only make it easy to add that fancy ceiling but we make it more affordable. Our ceiling kits can be found in starter homes and all the way up to the big custom homes. With our prices being so affordable, and our prefabricated kits being so simple, the hardest part of the process is choosing!

3 Easy Steps: Install, Drywall & Finish!

We have videos and instructions to help you every step of the way! We are Archways & Ceilings and we make it EASY!

Multi-Family Construction- Arched Ceilings a trend setter for town homes, condo’s & apartment buildings!

admin — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 20:12:41 +0000

The multi-family construction industry is very competitive and to make sure you succeed you will need to keep your construction costs low and your overall architectural design appealing. I know, I know. How do you keep your construction costs low without hurting your design? Simple! Archways & Ceilings Made Easy prefabricates all different types of arched ceilings from groin vaults, dome ceilings, barrel vaults, cove ceilings and more. We are able to create each custom ceiling at an affordable price so you do not have to skip out on that architectural design. The problem with most multi-family homes, whether it is a town home, apartment, or condo, they all tend to look the same and the majority of consumers start comparing apples to apples. Well to get that extra “apple” or added bonus, add a small barrel ceiling or groin vault in a hallway, a cove ceiling in the master, or archways in the doorways. Small details like these will give your multi-family construction job that custom detail that future residents will be looking for.

Barreled Ceilings – Kits made to your measurements!

admin — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 18:51:14 +0000

Framing a barrel ceiling from scratch can be tough and time consuming. That is why Archways and Ceilings Made Easy has developed a simple barreled ceiling kit that is easy, fast and perfect. Not to mention AFFORDABLE! Each barreled ceiling kit is made to the customers exact dimensions and shipped to the jobsite.

How easy you ask? Well, our customers range from the weekend warrior (Do it yourself) to the professionals. Our detailed instructions and “How To” videos make it easy every step of the way. So remember, barreled ceilings no longer have to be tough or time consuming. Use Archways and Ceilings Made Easy on your next project and you will see just how easy we are!

Media Room Barrel Ceiling

admin — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 19:56:01 +0000

Looking to create the perfect media room? Well a great way to enhance a media room is to simply create a barrel vault. The barrel vault helps create the theater like experience by adding high ceilings. The barrel vault kit from Archways & Ceilings can be made to fit any media room for the ultimate watching experience.

Master Bedroom Barrel Vault Ceiling

admin — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 19:51:18 +0000

Many homes have boxed up tray ceilings for the master bedroom, so if you are tired of the same old cookie cutter ceiling then perhaps you should add a barrel ceiling. A barrel ceiling kit from Archways & Ceilings is inexpensive, easy, and an architectural gem that can be added to any master bedroom.

Master Bathroom Barrel Vault Ceilings

admin — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 19:33:51 +0000

Barrel ceilings are an excellent place for any master bathroom. The barrel vault can either span the whole width of the room or it can be boxed out to a smaller width in the center of the room. Both applications create a different look and feel. Take a look below at a barrel vault ceiling spanning the entire master bathroom and one that was placed in a boxed in setting.