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Tear Down Ceilings? Raw Cement Ceilings?

by merv
(okinawa, japan)

I want to tear the wall down that would combine all these rooms.

I would also like to raise the ceilings, as they all have false ceilings that are about 2 feet below the actual cement ceilings.

I have seen some very effective use of raw cement ceilings and wall in restaurants and art galleries, but am not sure if this is the way to go in my actual home.

If I actually tear down the current ceilings and take the woodwork off the walls, this will expose wiring and the raw cement..........am I getting in over my head on this?

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by: Charlotte

Hello Merv

My feeling is that you may well be getting in over your head in this!

There may well be all kinds of electric wires and pipes up there, and some ceilings in older buildings may contain asbestos, and it could be dangerous to your long term health to attempt removal yourself.

Removal of structural supporting walls should certainly not be attempted without professional advice.

This does not, of course, mean that this cannot be done, or that you cannot achieve the effect you desire in another way, but more that, unless you are an extremely confident DIY-er, able to tackle such tasks yourself, you should take some professional advice from a local qualified builder or architect before deciding how to proceed.

If this all seems like too much hassle, why not take a look at this page on small spaces and low ceilings and see if any of these tips could prove an acceptable and easier alternative.

I wish you much luck with your proposed project - sure the finished design scheme will look great whatever you decide - just do proceed with caution!

Best wishes

Charlotte

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