Your Ceiling Experts in Hamilton, Ontario
At Hamilton Drywall, we offer comprehensive and professional ceiling solutions for both residential and commercial properties. Our skilled team of craftsmen specializes in ceiling repair, installation, and texturing, providing flawless finishes that dramatically improve the aesthetics and functionality of your living or working space.
Whether you need to repair a damaged ceiling, install new ceilings to enhance your property, or add a textured look for a unique touch, our team is here to exceed your expectations and deliver exceptional results.
Whether you need to repair a damaged ceiling, install new ceilings to enhance your property, or add a textured look for a unique touch, our team is here to exceed your expectations and deliver exceptional results.
Ceiling Installation
Whether you're building a new property or renovating an existing space, our Ceiling Installation Services are tailored to meet your needs. Our skilled team provides expert ceiling installations for both residential and commercial properties, adding a touch of elegance and functionality to your interior.
We offer a variety of ceiling materials and designs to suit your preferences and complement your interior décor. Choose from:
- Drywall Ceilings: Versatile and widely used, drywall ceilings provide a clean and smooth finish that can be easily customized.
- Drop Ceilings: Also known as suspended ceilings, drop ceilings offer easy access to utilities and can enhance acoustic properties.
- Tongue and Groove Ceilings: Ideal for adding a rustic or contemporary charm, tongue and groove ceilings feature interlocking panels.
Ceiling Repair
We understand that a damaged ceiling can be a significant inconvenience and an eyesore. Our Ceiling Repair Services are designed to address various ceiling issues promptly and effectively, restoring the beauty and integrity of your ceilings as quickly as possible. From minor cracks to more extensive water damage, our experienced team employs meticulous techniques to provide seamless and long-lasting repairs.
Our Ceiling Repair experts are equipped to handle a wide range of common ceiling issues that may occur over time. These include:
- Cracks in Drywall and Plaster Ceilings: Repairing cracks and damage in sheetrock, drywall or plaster ceilings. Also repairing damaged or stained popcorn-textured ceilings, restoring their appearance and texture.
- Water Damage: Addressing water leaks and stains, restoring ceilings to their original condition.
- Sagging or Bowing Ceilings: Reinforcing and correcting sagging or bowing ceilings to maintain structural integrity.
Moreover, texture adds an air of depth and dimension to a room that would otherwise be lacking with a flat, smooth ceiling. The play of light and shadows on the ridges or bumps of a textured ceiling can create a visually interesting and dynamic effect, particularly in large rooms that receive ample natural light. Throughout the day, as the sunlight changes, the texture on the ceiling will appear different, adding a captivating element to the overall ambiance of the space.
Ceiling Texturing
Textured ceilings have the advantage of hiding minor imperfections, making them ideal for blending new ceilings into existing ones when you're adding onto your home. In addition, choosing a textured ceiling can potentially reduce the cost of installation since it requires less time and fewer visits from the contractor, compared to achieving a perfectly smooth finish. Add character and style to your ceilings with our Ceiling Texturing Services.
There are several types of texture applications for ceilings, each offering a unique appearance and adding character to your interior spaces. Here are some of the most common types or styles of ceiling texturing that Hamilton Drywall can offer:
- Smooth Ceiling Finish: A smooth ceiling finish is the most popular choice for modern interiors. This texture is achieved by meticulous finishing techniques after the initial drywall ceiling is installed. This provides a seamless and smooth surface that is then prepared for priming and painting. Smooth ceilings provide a clean and elegant look that complements various interior designs and allows for easy painting and maintenance.
- Popcorn Ceiling Texture: Popcorn ceiling texture, also known as acoustic or cottage cheese texture, was widely used in the past due to its ability to hide imperfections and offer acoustic benefits. It features a bumpy, popcorn-like surface, achieved by spraying a mixture of drywall compound and Styrofoam particles onto the ceiling. While popcorn ceilings have become less popular in recent years, they still offer a unique and textured look.
- Knockdown Ceiling Texture: Knockdown texture is a versatile and modern choice, creating a textured finish that is easy to maintain. This texture is achieved by applying drywall compound to the ceiling and then "knocking down" the peaks with a trowel or knockdown knife. The result is a partially flattened texture that adds subtle depth and interest to the ceiling.
- Orange Peel Ceiling Texture: Orange peel texture is similar to knockdown texture but with smaller and more subtle bumps. It resembles the texture of an orange peel, creating a slightly bumpy and textured finish. Orange peel texture is a popular choice for those seeking a textured look without pronounced peaks and valleys.
- Swirl Ceiling Texture: Swirl texture, as the name suggests, features delicate swirling patterns across the ceiling surface. This texture is achieved using a specialized brush or trowel that creates elegant and flowing swirls. Swirl texture adds a touch of sophistication and uniqueness to your ceiling.
- Slap Brush Ceiling Texture: Slap brush texture, also known as stipple or crows foot texture, is achieved by applying a mixture of drywall compound onto the ceiling with a brush. The texture creates a pattern of random stippling, resembling the footprints of crows, hence the name. Slap brush texture offers a visually interesting and textured appearance.
- Skip Trowel Ceiling Texture: Skip trowel texture is a hand-applied technique that involves applying drywall compound to the ceiling and then lightly "skipping" a trowel over the surface. This creates a random and irregular texture with subtle highs and lows, adding depth and dimension to the ceiling.
- Mud Swirl Ceiling Texture: Mud swirl texture is achieved by applying a thick layer of drywall compound to the ceiling and using a trowel to create swirling patterns. This texture offers a more pronounced and bold swirling effect compared to other techniques.
Popcorn Ceiling Removal
Although popular a few decades ago, the look of popcorn ceilings, and other surface texture applications, has fallen out of favour with many homeowners and businesses, as they opt for a new and more modern esthetic for their interior spaces. Hamilton Drywall offers a complete set of solutions for the removal and upgrade of popcorn ceilings. Our professional team has the experience to deal with large ceiling upgrades and to safely test and remove popcorn ceilings that may contain asbestos, common before the late 1970's.
When choosing a texture for your ceiling, or whether to remove a dated popcorn ceiling, it's important to consider the overall style you want to achieve, as well as the cost of the project and the level of maintenance and cleaning that may be required for each type. Our experienced team at Hamilton Drywall can help you explore these different options and assist you in selecting the perfect ceiling solution that best suits your needs and design vision.
Contact our team at Hamilton Drywall for a free consultation and estimate.
Contact our team at Hamilton Drywall for a free consultation and estimate.