Explore these DIY Basement Ceiling Ideas and give a chic makeover to the often-neglected part of your home!
If you want to update your basement without splurging, trying these budget-friendly basement ceiling projects is a smart move!
DIY Basement Ceiling Ideas on a Budget
1. DIY Removable Basement Ceiling
If you want a basement ceiling that’s easy to install, budget-friendly, and removable, check out this budget-friendly project. The ceiling’s removable feature gives easy access for maintenance.
Supplies
- 2×4 Lumber
- 10 Black Screws (2 1/2″)
- Scrap Lumber
- 18V Drill
- 18V Driver
- Nail Gun
- Clamps
2. Basement Plywood Ceiling Idea
This attractive plywood ceiling can be made on a limited budget, but it doesn’t look cheap at all! Even this plywood ceiling looks like wood paneling. Want to try your hands on this project? Check out this helpful blog post.
Supplies
- 4 Feet x 8 Feet x 5.2mm Plywood
- Brad Nails
- Nail gun
- Table saw
- Adhesive
- Sandpaper
- Tung Oil
3. Budget-Friendly Wood Herringbone Ceiling
Learn how to build and install this beautiful herringbone-patterned basement ceiling in this tutorial. This ceiling option is perfect for spicing up any basement while staying in the budget.
Supplies
- Plywood Sheets
- Speed Square
- Nail Gun
- Brad Nails
- Table Saw or Circular Saw
- Sandpaper
4. Under $300 Whitewashed Pine Wood Plank Ceiling
In this tutorial, the homeowners update their monotonous basement with a whitewashed pine wood plank board ceiling. It measures approximately 11′ x 14′ (154 square feet) with part drop-down.
Supplies
- Pine Wood V-Plank Boards
- White Latex Paint
- Adhesive
- Pin Nails
- Miter Saw
- Caulking gun
- Pin Nail Gun
- Step Ladder
5. DIY Beadboard Basement Ceiling on a Limited Budget
Want to replace your drop-down basement ceiling with a beadboard one on a budget? Turn your dream into a reality using this step-by-step tutorial. It’s a time-consuming project and requires a bit of woodworking skills.
Supplies
- 4×8 Sheets of Wide Beadboard
- Jigsaw
- Flathead Screws
- Power Drill
- Paper and Pencil
6. Black Painted Exposed Basement Ceiling
If woodworking is not your strong suit, don’t worry because you can still revamp the basement ceiling’s look with a few coats of paint. Get the complete instructions in this blog post.
Supplies
- Black Paint
- Coveralls with a Hood
- Protective Eyewear
- N95 mask or Respirator
- Dropcloth and Plastic Sheeting
- A Ladder
- Wire Cutter
- Cord Staples
- Broom or Leaf Blower
- Black Can Lights
- Dimmer Switches
7. Try a Floral Wallpaper
If you don’t want to paint but can’t afford the above-ceiling ideas either, try peel-and-stick wallpaper instead. It’s easy to apply even for a newbie DIYer, and this option is cost-efficient, too.
Supplies
- Floral Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper
- A Ladder
- Scissors
8. Install Shiplap Ceiling Over Popcorn Basement Ceiling
Did you know that it’s possible to transform your basement’s popcorn ceiling into a shiplap one inexpensively? If not, get ready to be amazed with this amazing home remodel tutorial.
Supplies
- Polar White Shiplap
- Round Trim
- Caulk
- Construction Adhesive
- Caulk Gun
- Stud finder
- Drywall Knife
- Mitre Saw
- Jigsaw
- Brad Nailer
- 1.25” Brad Nails
- 1.5” Pin Nails