Ceiling Videos

These This Old House videos showcase all of our ceiling projects, how-tos, and designs.

Jeff Sweenor, Tom Silva, and Kevin O'Connor discuss adding crown molding to coffered ceiling at the Westerly House
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Adding Crown Molding to a Coffered Ceiling

This Old House home builder Jeff Sweenor explains how he trimmed out the coffered ceiling of our Westerly project
Jeff Sweenor shows Kevin O'Connor how to build rafter tails for the Westerly House
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Westerly in Detail: Applied Rafter Tails

How do you apply rafter tails to the exterior of a structure after the walls have been sheathed? Home builder Jeff Sweenor developed a simple solution that's efficient to execute
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How To Flatten a Textured Ceiling

Read our guide to easily flatten your textured ceiling and discover how to achieve a sleek, flat ceiling without scraping.
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How to Patch a Plaster and Lathe Ceiling

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair a cracked plaster ceiling in an older home.
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Barrington | Architectural Moldings created from Polyurethane

Norm sees the decorative brackets being used on the exterior and learns why polyurethane is a better choice than PVC stock for this application
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How to Replace a Skylight

When you're ready to replace your skylight, watch our video to learn how to swap out your old unit for a new one with a watertight seal.
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How To Install a Ceiling Fan on a Cathedral Ceiling

This Old House host Kevin O'Connor and electrician Scott Caron head to Denver to install a fan on a cathedral ceiling.
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How to Replace a Leaking Skylight

Got a leaking skylight? Learn how to install a new skylight into an existing opening with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
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Everything You Need to Know to Repair a Cracked Drywall Ceiling

This Old House general contractor, Tom Silva, demonstrates how to permanently patch a damaged and cracked drywall ceiling.
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Everything You Need to Know to Build a Coffered Ceiling

Apply basic carpentry techniques to primed boards and molding to add an elegant touch to any room. We walk through step-by-step instructions.
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How To Add Crown Molding

In this step-by-step video and guide, learn the best way to install crown molding to the joint between wall and ceiling..
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How to Cut Crown Molding Inside Corners to Enhance a Room

Crown molding can add a touch of elegance to any room, but inside corners can be tricky to cut. Read our guide to learn how to properly cut crown molding inside corners.
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Quick, Cheap, and Effective Plaster Repair

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates a great product for plaster repair
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How To Cut Crown Molding

Cutting crown molding can be challenging, but we'll walk you through different cutting methods and helpful tips in this guide.
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How To Hang Drywall on a Ceiling

In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates how to install drywall overhead using a lift.
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How To Repair a Plaster Ceiling

In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to repair a cracked plaster ceiling.