How to raise a ceiling method 1 of 3.
Raising attic ceiling height.
How to increase attic height step 1.
Go up into the attic and observe what type of roof supports you have in your home.
It was possible to appropriate unused attic space above the entry foyer family and living rooms.
Select a vaulted ceiling to take advantage of the available space.
Once you get to the height desired make the ceiling parallel to the floor.
Decorating to expand a.
If you have room in your attic you can raise the ceiling height in rooms with an 8 foot ceiling however you will most likely need to angle the sheetrock starting at the top of the exterior wall towards the center of the room to follow the roof line.
Constructing an elevated ceiling.
Look for rafters underneath the roof.
Measure the square footage and ceiling height at various locations.
Go into the room you wish to.
Choosing a ceiling style.