Your ceiling might be the last think you think about when decorating, but the design can actually totally change a room. Whether you have high ceilings, low ceilings, beams, or a completely blank canvas, we've rounded up some design ideas that'll get you inspired. Trust us, crown molding is only the beginning.
If you think of wainscoting as being too fussy, give it another chance. It actually looks super sleek and sexy when styled with dark leather furniture, greenery, and rich wooden accents.
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Play with texture and accent exposed brick walls with wood-beamed ceilings. To keep it feeling fresh and bright, opt for white wood.
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Think beyond your floors and walls and add pattern to your ceiling, as well. You can paint it, wallpaper it, or even install a tile mosaic.
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You never thought you'd be complaining about high ceilings, but sometimes high is just too high. Make your family room feel more intimate with T-bar beams.
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A white paneled ceiling is rustic and cozy, and works perfectly with an A-frame shape. It's great for a farmhouse, or just to balance out more modern decor.
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Plain ceiling? Extend your wall paint up onto it — it's unexpected, but adds a bit of color.
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You don't need beams on beams. A single beam can be enough to add visual interest, especially when paired with a statement chandelier.
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Crown molding is basically the queen (see what we did there?) of family room ceilings. It's super versatile, and can be as fancy or as relaxed as you like, depending on your decorating tastes.
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If you've got high ceilings and you want to add lighting, a dropped beam ceiling is a good solution. If you're going with modern, funky decor, it creates cool, geometric lines to compliment it.
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A coffered ceiling adds dimension and character to an an otherwise plain ceiling. Though traditional, it feels a bit more modern than crown molding.
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