If you're replacing ceiling beams or you want to install them for a decorative touch, there's one kind you should seek out for the ultimate rustic, cozy look.

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Dear Debbie: Is it worth the trouble to paint a ceiling? My partner thinks it will look great, but I am afraid it will pull the ceiling lower. Help. — Franklin Dear Franklin: For those who find ...

Q: I love the look of beamed ceilings, especially the rustic look of old barn wood. My house didn’t come with these, but I want to add them. How can I do this on the cheap and still make it look like ...

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Dear James: We are empty-nesters and plan to combine rooms for a more open floor plan. Box beans would look nice for some separation. What are some tips for adding box beams to the ceiling? -- Nick K.

Wood panel ceilings are a great way to add character to a home, and are often worth the cost. You get better sound absorption and insulation from wood panel ceilings, but they can be more expensive.

In Palma, a resort town on the Spanish island of Majorca, wood is not easy to come by. Considering that Aina Salva and Alberto Sanchez, founders of local firm SMS Arquitectos, planned to build a ...

In spite of the hours one spends redecorating a room, the largest visible surface, the ceiling, is often overlooked. But install decorative beams, and that ceiling suddenly enhances the room and sets ...