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If you’re stuck with ugly drop ceilings or dated popcorn ceilings but fear the time and expense required to replace them, consider covering them instead. Armstrong Ceilings makes ceiling planks and tiles in a variety of looks and materials, including wood-look planks and real metal tiles, that can be installed directly over plaster and popcorn ceilings or used to cover up or blend with a drop ceiling grid. It’s an easy and affordable weekend project with a huge return on investment.
Let’s take a look at two of Armstrong’s most popular product lines.
Wood-Look Planks

For a budget-friendly alternative to solid wood ceilings, Armstrong offers WoodHaven, a line of wood-look MDF planks starting around $4 per square foot. Thanks to the company’s track and clip Installation System, WoodHaven is easy to add at home: If you have drop ceilings, just remove the existing tiles and use Armstrong’s clips (sold separately) to attach the planks over the existing grid. For plaster or popcorn ceilings, use the installation system to install the planks directly over the unsightly ceiling—no demolition required.

Armstrong planks arrive prefinished, so there is no sanding or staining required. A few styles can be painted, if you want to match your new ceiling to an existing color scheme.

WoodHaven planks can also be used for wall paneling—as an instant wainscot or accent wall.

Metal Tiles

For a bolder look, try Armstrong Ceilings’ Metallaire line of tin tiles, which are made of real metal and, like the WoodHaven line, can be installed over a plaster or popcorn ceiling or in a drop ceiling grid. Metallaire tiles come in a variety of patterns, ranging from understated to decorative, and in five finishes: white, lacquered steel, chrome, brass, and copper. They’re available as 24-inch squares (for drop ceilings) and 24-by-48-inch panels for nail-up installation (over plaster or popcorn ceilings). Tiles start at $4.20 per square foot.

Because Metallaire tiles are real metal, they’re perfect for wall applications in high-use areas, such as a kitchen backsplash. The company offers stainless steel panels, about 18 by 48 inches, designed specifically to be used as a kitchen backsplash.

If you’re interested in Armstrong Ceilings for your own home, the company offers a handy Estimate Guide to help you gauge the materials you’ll need. For the next step, locate a retailer using the brand’s Store Finder.

Ready to say goodbye to popcorn ceilings (or your otherwise ugly ceilings) for good? Check out Armstrong’s Before and After Gallery for inspiring transformations and visit the company’s website to learn more.