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suspended ceiling materials you will need include:
Three kinds of track.
Runners.
Wall angles.
Crossties.
Bailing wire and hooks or eyes.
The panels of your choice.
Before purchasing the track,
you will need to select the panel style, color, and the panel size.
When it comes to suspended ceilings, size is really important. The
bigger the panel, the fewer tracks are needed and the quicker the
installation. However, keep in mind that in small rooms large
ceiling panels can make the room seem smaller.
There are two
basic sizes that are readily available: 2x2 foot and 2x4 foot. As
you might have already guessed, the 2x2 panels take twice as many
crossties as the 2x4 panels. Keep in mind that the most popular
light fixtures for suspended ceilings are 2x4. Loudspeakers, smoke
alarms, heat register supplies and returns all fit into any size.
Wall angle pieces are attached to the wall, continuously,
all the way around the room at the exact same height. Professional
installers use laser levels to establish a height (elevation), but
you can get away with a regular level or a measuring tape.
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