Ideas For Converting Flat Ceiling Into Vaulted - Home Remodeling Ideas
This video provides ideas for converting a flat ceiling into a vaulted ceiling in an L-shaped floor plan house and also acknowledges that this is a complex project that should be undertaken with the consultation of an engineer.
The video outlines the following steps for converting a flat ceiling into a vaulted ceiling:
Install a beam across the path where the ridge will be located.
Install footings under the beam for support. The size of the footings will depend on the specific project.
Reframe the wall where the cathedral ceiling will be located by turning it into a rake wall. This may involve removing the wall or adding posts to eliminate hinge points.
Install rafters of the appropriate size. The video acknowledges that rafters may need to be replaced depending on the existing structure.
Connect the four-by-four posts to the top and bottom of the rafters using straps. An engineer may require a full-length strap around the beam.
Block the wall as needed to create a rake wall using balloon framing.
Install the ridge beam, which will support the cathedral ceiling. The ridge beam will need to be strapped to the posts.
Install new gable studs on top of the top plates.
Block or strap the new gable studs to the ceiling joists to prevent the wall from moving side-to-side.
Install a rip strip to tie the ridge beam to the ridge or supporting ridge beam. This may involve ripping up part of the roof.
Install straps to connect the roof rafters every four feet on center after removing the collar ties.
The video acknowledges that this is a complex project and that an engineer should be consulted to ensure that the structure is safe.
