Hi,
I am after instructions on how to replace a suspended ceiling in a basement flat (square panel type found in offices) I would like to remove all the tin frame work holding the suspended ceiling and nail plasterboard directly onto the joists. I'm guessing the suspended ceiling was put in as it was cheaper than making a level ceiling with plasterboard. I think there is old fibre board currently nailed to the joists behind the suspended ceiling. There is not a great deal of height so I wanted to avoid constructing a level frame for the plasterboard just below the existing joists. Is there a way of leveling old joists (eg by adding wood to underside) to make level for plasterboard? Also can I use a very thin ~ 6mm plasterboard to give me a bit more room height?
Thanks
I am after instructions on how to replace a suspended ceiling in a basement flat (square panel type found in offices) I would like to remove all the tin frame work holding the suspended ceiling and nail plasterboard directly onto the joists. I'm guessing the suspended ceiling was put in as it was cheaper than making a level ceiling with plasterboard. I think there is old fibre board currently nailed to the joists behind the suspended ceiling. There is not a great deal of height so I wanted to avoid constructing a level frame for the plasterboard just below the existing joists. Is there a way of leveling old joists (eg by adding wood to underside) to make level for plasterboard? Also can I use a very thin ~ 6mm plasterboard to give me a bit more room height?
Thanks
