Removing Drop Ceiling Tiles

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Removing drop ceiling tiles. Removing drop ceiling tiles can sometimes be a messy task depending on the style of tiles and how easily they fit through the frames. This is another project that can be done by one person and in most cases the tiles that go into place can be easily cut to size using scissors. Remove the vent or the tile holding the vent using the method described for the ceiling tiles. Along with the dust the broken debris can be enough mess to warrant a tarp or dropcloth.

Many tiles will easily break apart if you can t fit them through the frame. If you still have concerns however contact an asbestos removal contractor to remove your entire ceiling. Older drop ceilings may be coated with dust rodent droppings or nests or old electrical wiring so be careful when removing dirty tiles. Contained in this rigid form asbestos is far less dangerous than in loose insulation form.

Maybe you don t have a grid like we do but the diy decor store has other options that can be installed with nails or adhesive too. This is the easiest way to make an epic transformation to your ugly or outdated ceiling. The grid for this system is much easier that the drop ceiling grid and the tiles attach directly to the grid. 4 turn off the breaker powering the lights installed in the ceiling grid.

Until the 1970s most ceiling tiles in suspended ceilings contained asbestos. At this time you must determine if you can repair the. The outdated drop ceiling. Investigate how the ceiling tiles are attached.

If they were attached to furring strips the job will be easier. Surface mount ceiling tiles are easy to install. I know that many basements or add on rooms like sun porches from this era often have drop ceilings too. If they re glued directly on it will take some extra effort to remove them.