The Right Porch Ceiling Adds CharmAdd ceiling porch bead board to an existing plywood porch ceiling or install tongue and groove and you've just created a warm inviting porch.Most porches are either open with visible rafters/joists or covered with various materials. Like other parts of your porch you have options. Advertisements Advertisements ![]() The ceiling on your porch can be a wow!Porch Ceiling Materials![]() Vinyl bead board - Photo courtesy of Shelly
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Easy to install, an outdoor ceiling fan will add a steady breeze on those hot summer days. They look great and will add both ambiance and comfort for your family and guests. Did you know porch ceilings are traditionally painted blue? Word has it that it reminds people of the sky or that it wards off mosquitoes. Either way, a blue ceiling looks great! ![]() Porch Ceilings: More Than Meets the Eye![]() Did you get some insight about ceilings on porches? We hope you did.Now take a look at a porch ceiling transformation that our reader Shelly shared with us.You are here...Porch / Build a Porch / Porch CeilingAdvertisement Advertisement Helpful LinksPopular Pages
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