Installing Ceiling Tile Track

The easy up track and clip system installs surface mount ceiling tiles or planks directly to joists or an existing ceiling maximizing ceiling height in a room.

Installing ceiling tile track.

If your ceiling is in good shape you can install tiles by applying adhesive to them and pressing them against the ceiling starting in the center of the room and working outward. Alternatively you can install a drop ceiling by first attaching thin 1 inch by 3 inch strips of wood at right angles to the room s joists. Space is just enough to angle the tiles into place. 8 easy up tracks must be used with 1191sc easy up clips sold separately.

Look for the track product and clip accessory below. Items are sold separately. Cut the border panels to length and then rest them in the track and score the shadow line with the knife. For tracks that are running across the joists screw the first track to a joist 2 inches away from the wall.

Run guide strings and drive in the hanging screws. The donn brand sdx sdxl ceiling suspension system is the most widely used acoustical suspension system because it offers maximum economy. Drop ceiling tiles installation tip 4. From the existing ceiling joists and mark the wall.

We have learned over the years that it is very important to install the ceiling track straight level and square to avoid any problems while installing the ceiling tile. However clips may also be used to cover an armstrong 15 16 in grid system using our woodhaven ceiling planks. Then take the panel down to cut the shadow line. Both track products and clip accessories are required for a complete system and must be used together.

Install the track following the manufacturer s instructions. Model 1190 easy up track 8 use easy up track and clip system for faster more flexible installation of surface mount ceiling tiles or planks. Install the remaining tracks spaced 12 inches apart and screwed to the ceiling each place it crosses a chalk line. If you don t plan to install a drop in fluorescent fixture measure down about 4 in.

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