Easier to install than drywall, a suspended ceiling allows simple access to overhead mechanical systems. It's comprised of a grid that supports 2 x 4- or 2 x 2-ft. panels.

Make sure the grid components are level and positioned correctly before attaching them to the ceiling beams with hanger wires and screws. Hang the Ceiling Tiles: The next step, after setting up the ...

Measure the length and width of the ceiling to know how many panels you’ll need. Install the Ceiling Framework (Optional) If the ceiling is rough or uneven, install a wooden or metal grid across the ...

Step 4 -- Install Ceiling Panels and Allow for Openings With the metal grid installed, the ceiling panels themselves are simply dropped into place from above.