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   Jeff | Mar 23, 2004 04:09pm | #1

   Robert

   I recovered alot of 2x4 ft acoustical tile panals from a drop ceiling in a renovation.

   All the panals were cut slightly smaller then 4 ft.

   Instead of installing the normal drop channels (aluminum), I ran 2x2" runs of wood from one end of the shop to the other.

   Then put up 1x4" strips on that to create a ledge to hold the panals.

   This gives a nice looking ceiling, with an some noise deadening.

   I can remove panals as needed to get into the truss area above to fix or add wiring and such.

   All insulated above with certain spots marked for easier access.

   The advantage also is the strips provide alot of strength to hold up lights, ducts, air cleaner, etc.

   I could do this all myself standing on my work benches, an not trying to put a huge piece of drywall in place.

   I'd do it again if I needed to do another ceiling.

   Jeff

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   PlaneWood | Mar 23, 2004 04:47pm | #2

   Just a thought but would a non-smooth ceiling be a collector of dust?  I used drywall and enamel paint in order to get a smooth ceiling.  But, down here I keep the double wide garage door open most of the time when working.  That helps a lot on sound abatement.  I periodically use a leaf blower to blow out the place.  Also, my DC sets outside. 

   PlaneWood by Mike_in_Katy (maker of fine sawdust!)
   PlaneWood

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   JohnWW | Mar 23, 2004 07:56pm | #3

   Robert,

   If you live in someplace where you have to deal with building codes, the sheetrock will be mandatory to slow the spread of a fire, and for that reason installing it is a good idea even if it isn't required. 

   If the sheetrock will be hidden by acoustical panels, you can put the rock up in easier to handle 4'x4' squares.  Taping the joints is required for fire resistance, but you won't have to sand the compound to a smooth surface if it won't be seen.

   John W.