Replace Ceiling Tiles

Take measurements to determine how much drywall is needed.

Replace ceiling tiles. How to replace a middle interlocking ceiling tile. Investigate how the ceiling tiles are attached. How to replace ceiling tiles with drywall step 1. Put on a dust or respirator mask and eye protection.

If you re replacing tiles in the middle of the ceiling you will not be able to interlock the edges on both sides of the tile in the last row. The objective with accurate measurements is to use as. Cut and pull out the remainder of the. Make certain that you are removing the larger staple edge.

Cut through the damaged tile approximately 1 inch inside the seam on all four sides. Pry out the cut center section of tile with a putty knife. Staples cannot be used because they would be visible. For a quick update pop old tiles out of the ceiling grid and replace with fresh ones.

If the tile is less than full size use the damaged tile to cut the replacement tile to size with a utility. With this style you won t need to purchase additional cross tees just pop out the old ceilings and place in the new. If they re glued directly on it will take some extra effort to. Press up on the tile to pop it out of the track.

Cut the lip off one end of the tile and use glue to adhere that edge to the framework.