How To Hang Tin Ceiling Tiles On Wall

Prep the ceiling panels.

How to hang tin ceiling tiles on wall. Browse our online resources and educate yourself on how to put up your own decorative ceiling and then go to our store to get all of the supplies you need to make your dream ceiling a reality. Tin tiles can be cut with tin snips. Install stamped tin ceiling panels. When measuring the length of each filler panel remember to allow for any edge overlapping needed at the adjacent full size tile.

When adding secondary tiles be sure to overlap the edges using the grooves which are typically embossed. Press the overlaps together and remove any construction adhesive that has squeezed out from behind the tile. Faux tin tiles are very easy to cut but it is recommended to have a strong set of household scissors to do the job. Use a t square to make sure your cuts are straight and cut the tiles with tin snips or a utility knife image 1.

Apply polyurethane based construction adhesive to the back of the tiles and hang them one at a time starting in the corner image 2. You just need them long enough so the edge is covered by the trim. Be sure to follow the guide lines you ve created for yourself. Attaching wall cut panels.

Whether you glue nail or peel and stick your tiles to your ceiling we want you to have the confidence you need to install ceiling tiles correctly. Rub all of the recessed areas and press them firmly to the wall. Use scissors to cut tiles to fit your ceiling. We cut out rounded shapes to leave room for the light fixture in the center of the room.

Press the tile firmly to the wall in place. Faux tin ceiling tiles come in several colors and several faux metal finishes it comes down to taste and color scheme. Set the framed ceiling tin in a vise with the electric drill predrill screw holes in the tin but do not go all the way into the wood the screw holes should be a tad smaller than the screws screw the screws through the holes and into the wood with the electric drill squash all along the edges with the vise it really neatens it up. Look for a style that naturally blends with your space.