Drop ceilings also have a much shorter lifespan than drywall, typically only lasting 10 to 15 years. Drywall holds up for 40 to 70 years unless it's exposed to water or other damage.

Suspended basement ceilings beautifully conceal your home’s electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, yet allow complete access to those systems when necessary for repair or maintenance.

Pressed metal ceilings are simple to install in a suspended grid system or they can be directly attached to ceiling joists or a drywall ceiling. This is one of the most luxurious looks in basement ...

Basement ceilings are essential if you want your lower level to seem “finished.” Although drywall provides a more refined look, it is less feasible downstairs.

Easier to install than drywall, a suspended ceiling allows simple access to overhead mechanical systems. It's comprised of a grid that supports 2 x 4- or 2 x 2-ft. panels.

For my basement renovation, I decided to try something a little bit different. Having installed many suspended ceilings in the past, the grid structure is basically the same.