Avoid trouble and learn how to soundproof your basement ceiling. Measure to the floor to find the lowest pipe or duct in the room; that’ll define how low the soffit must be. Mark a point 2 ...

I’m fanatical about having access to wires, pipes, ducts and so forth that you often find in a basement ceiling. A good way to maintain easy access is to install a suspended ceiling like you ...

Beadboard and wood planks are also popular and trendy basement ceiling choices. However, if you'd like to maintain accessibility to pipes or anything mechanical, consider installing a shiplap ceiling.