How to Hang a Drywall Ceiling in a Log Home

Log homes are unique in their aesthetics, creating an outdoors, woodsy feel even when you're inside. Some log home owners might elect to lessen the "wood overload" that comes from living or staying in a log home. By hanging drywall on the ceiling, you can create a more urban-looking space while retaining the rugged look of a log home. This project will require several tools and materials to complete.

Vapor barrier
Stainless steel nails
Nail gun
Furring strips
Drywall panels
Drywall screws
Screw gun
Drywall tape
Joint compound
Drywall knife
Medium-grit sandpaper
Orbital sander
Paint tray
Interior ceiling paint
Roller

Instructions

- 1
  Fasten vapor barrier to the ceiling using stainless steel nails and a nail gun. This will act as a barrier to any moisture creep and keep the drywall from becoming damp.
- 2
  Attach furring strips to the ceiling with more stainless steel nails and a nail gun. This will allow you to fasten the drywall to the ceiling.
- 3
  Fasten drywall sheets to the furring strips by using drywall screws and a screw gun, spacing the screws about 10 to 12 inches apart.
- 4
  Tape the joints where the drywall panels meet with drywall tape, then spread joint compound over the tape using a drywall knife.
- 5
  Attach medium-grit sandpaper to an orbital sander and smooth out the joint compound once it has completely dried.
- 6
  Fill a paint tray with interior ceiling paint and using a roller, paint the drywall ceiling in a color of your choosing to finish the drywall ceiling installation.

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