One caveat about cutting the drywall and insetting the cleat: In a garage or a condo or apartment, the drywall is fire-rated, so you don't want to cut holes in it.

You explain things so clearly! I really enjoy your channel. Thank you for all your hard work.

@TheHonestCarpenter

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Neolithic! 😄

@bhami

Жыл бұрын

3/4 million subs, here we come!

@ggtaro

Жыл бұрын

I agree 100% with your comment "explain things so clearly" this is my favorite channel.

@johnfitbyfaithnet

Жыл бұрын

Agreed

The fact that you had a mock ceiling was so awesome. Thank you for breaking things down so that even the beginner can understand! Your channel is awesome. Keep em coming

WOW! I have watched a trillion “helpful” construction/carpentry/etc videos and this one has got to be the most thoroughly explained that I have ever seen! This is TRULY helpful and I am so grateful I found you!!!!

@TheHonestCarpenter

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Lauren! I’m going to have a lot of stuff like this in my first online course later this year. Full builds that explain all sorts of carpentry concepts. 😄

A tip for fixing drywall if you cut where there's no backing: use drywall clips. They saved me when I replaced my bathroom fan and there was absolutely nothing to attach drywall to and no easy way to fix the ceiling from the attic. And a tip: if you drill into the ceiling and don't get sawdust, you're not drilling into a ceiling joist. I was hanging an antique lamp last week and my stud finder lied to me.

@TheHonestCarpenter

Жыл бұрын

Good advice, Lori!

@anneoreilly4900

Жыл бұрын

Drywall clips are new to me. Thanks for mentioning them.

@pettere8429

Жыл бұрын

In my house I get wood chips or sawdust wherever I drill in the basement or first floor ceiling, those are filled with it for insulation and noise reduction, yey for old school construction!

@savageredbeard

Жыл бұрын

I've used those before on a vertical fix, over some pipes. It's seamless if done right. You'll still need to use a copious amount of mud.

@lorimiller623

Жыл бұрын

@@savageredbeard Molding would look nice on a ceiling to cover up any imperfections.

Absolutely loved the clear instructions with the demos. Thank you so much for making this video!

You explained and gave visuals at every step!! You deserve a gold metal 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. This is literally the only video I found with great detail, education and no fluff. ’m purchasing and installing a heavy bag for my 10 year old in our home and was unsure of how to do it. I feel very confident after watching this. Thank you!! I just subscribed

I don’t really leave comments on KZread videos but that was one of the most clear, well-explained DIY videos I’ve watched. Thank you.

Oh my gosh, thank you for this!!! Option 5 is exactly what I needed to see for our weird ceiling situation! (Drywall overlaying old plaster and lath, with a heavy chandelier being installed in between joists) This is fantastic!

I have an awesome idea for hanging multiple hanging plants and grow lights from the ceiling, but was sketchy on how to support the load. I started doing a search but couldn't seem to find the right wording to get the answer I was looking for. Your video was spot-on and answered all the questions I had about how to properly support my project. Thanks so much! I have subscribed and looking forward to seeing other videos in your playlists. 😎

For my autistic sons swing, I put blocks, 3 on their side, screwed them together and through the joists on the end, then I put some particle board over the top so the load is spread not just on the screws holding the blocks but also across the top of the joists. I know I went overboard, watching that has made me realise that, but I’m happy too especially since my father in law told me I did it wrong at Christmas.

@SLaird22

3 ай бұрын

I go overboard with just about everything, rather have too much support than not enough.

Yeah Option #2 is definitely my favorite Method. I had to hang a ceiling fan and I wasn't comfortable until I found a Soild Joist stud to hang it from. 👷🏿

@TheHonestCarpenter

Жыл бұрын

That’s how I always feel, W!

@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461

Жыл бұрын

🙋‍♂️THANKS ETHAN ,WE APPRECIATE ALL YOUR EFFORTS TO HELP OTHERS WITH PROJECTS, in an easily understood way 🤔 GLAD TO SEE YOU HANGING IN THERE 😁👍💚💚💚

I’ve gotten over 25 ideals from different people and your video was the best. Thank you.

Wanted to add an additional note about using the toggle bolts with the plastic snap-off guides - I've seen a lot of negative reviews on them from customers at Home Depot and other big box stores. The truck up using them successfully is to actually engage and disengage the swivel mechanism several times (CAREFULLY so as to not snap the plastic) to make sure that it can swing into the open position more easily once you slide it into the hole you've made. I've gone so far as to add a little bit of lubricant to the hinges. What I've found is that the dust and grit from drywall, sheetrock or plasterboard can get into the contact areas and make it difficult to swing the metal toggle into position once you've got it inserted all the way. Those fancier toggle bolts are not cheap so if you've got to use a bunch of them it pays to make sure you've got them in correctly. I also err on the side of gently jiggling it a bit more to ensure that it's properly placed rather than brute-forcing it because the plastic guides are super fragile if any kind of lateral force is applied to them. But once they're in they work perfectly. I have 2 supporting a protector and another 2 for a motorized projector screen.

I love how he explains everything. I’ve learned so much from him. I am ready to start adding more storage in my garage. I feel confident that I can do it.

@TheHonestCarpenter

8 ай бұрын

Thank you, Andrea!

By far this is absolutely the best Best video I seen. Thank you 🙏🏾

Good video. Might I suggest when adding blocking. Feed a zip tie through the pilot hole to make it easier to spot. Since most attics don't have the best lighting.

Finally somebody smart on the Internet, thank you!

Thanks Ethan! This was so much easier to understand!

This video came at a great time when I’m going to hang a work light in my garage over my chop saw. It’s not heavy but I want to make sure it’s supported so it doesn’t come down on my head. I can’t see the numbers on my old saw so a light was really needed to get proper measurements. Great options for me, someone who doesn’t normally do this. Thanks!

Another great video. I like that you explain things in a systematic way with many examples. The pace is also very good.

@TheHonestCarpenter

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Tommy! I appreciate the feedback!

I've been thinking about adding a ceiling-mounted pots and pans rack in my kitchen - this video will definitely come in handy!

A lot of newer construction utilizes I-joists or truss joists. How would you approach hanging, for example, a suspended storage rack in a garage with those types of joists?

You. Have. Read. My. Mind. In a great way. I have lots of things I'm wanting to hang to use vertical space. Most are plants, which can get heavy. And most spots I can to hang them dont have joists. Its been driving me crazy having these projects unfinished. Ty! Perfect timing!

@TheHonestCarpenter

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ros! I bet you can get away with just toggles for most of those plants. You can even hang wire from two toggles! 😄

I love the way you teach.

I am really thankful for this video, it was so helpful and inspiring to me who was always curious about how a lot of things hang seamlessly in interior design, now I gotcha 🙏👍

This is really a great instructional video! I randomly came across it via an outside link, and am now subscribed to your channel. Information like this is already important for safety, too often ignored, and it’ll only get more needed as people keep downsizing and optimizing their living spaces. I’m sure you’ll just keep getting views and likes on posts like this one.

Beyond helpful! Thank you

I have screwed those eye bolts /screws and always used pliers to grip it and turn. You showed me the best way is to stick the screwdriver through the hole and easily rotate. Thank you so much!!!

Thank you so much for this video, I’ve been wanting to hang an 80 pound boxing body bag in our garage but wasn’t sure if the joist would hold, this video made me confident it will. Also Dewalt impact drills are the way to go, totally worth the money, plus Star Bits and screws to match. Love your channel!

@ssPACEBOii

6 ай бұрын

I'm putting up a punching bag too and I was nervous about the same thing

I used option 5 to install storage in my garage. Thanks for the video and tips.

Always solid straight to the point honest tips! Appreciate you buddy!!

Very informative video. It was just what I was looking for too. I want to create a shelf that I can raise and lower in my garage by winches for extra storage space in my garage. This was perfect for explaining how I could securely hang things from the ceiling. Thank you

This video is SO HELPFUL!! clear, easy to understand! I very much appreciate you and your channel! Thank you!!

just what the doctor ordered. this is a life saver! 👏

This is probably extreme overkill but when I hung my heavy bag and gymnastic rings for my home gym I used a 4x4 as blocking and screwed 6” lag bolts through the sides. Then I used through bolted some fairly thick eye bolts using large washers. So far it’s been pretty solid.

@nonconsensualopinion

Жыл бұрын

In one thousand years, archaeologists are going to find that setup and be able to infer that there used to be a house around it.

Some brilliant ideas there

Thanks for your time/effort Ethan. *God bless.*

You are an awesome teacher. Great stuff as always 👍

Perfect, everything I needed to know. Figured that I needed (wanted) to do the blocking approach but wasn't sure the best way to attach (end screwing vs toenailing). Thanks for covering all the options with clear, comparative explanations and the guideline load numbers for each.

The cleat system worked great for hanging things in my garage. Looks didn't matter too much so I put up a couple 1x2s cross wise to the joists giving lots of flexibility for the things I wanted to hang today plus the things I will want to hang later (whatever they are).

Great stuff as always...I've used Raco braces for a lot of ceiling fans now as well as some heavy-ish lights...the Raco's are actually a very strong solution PROVIDED they're installed right...I hung 140 lbs. on one once just to test it and it didn't flinch a sixteenth of an inch...most 52 inch ceiling fans feel like a ton but they actually run like 18-25 lbs fully installed

This was really helpful, I'm trying to mount a Monitor in my office and I don't want visible cabling so these options will definitely come in handy. Thank you!

All good stuff. Never new about notching drywall to make a board more flush....filing that away for future use

I did learn a few things here in this video, awesome, thanks

Building a big acoustic treatment cloud to hang in my studio and this is so helpful. Detailed, but brief and the to the point. Thanks so much!

@idkhow

10 ай бұрын

same here lol

Man, how you manage to create such a great videos each time! Thank you

All great ideas and project ideas and solutions

This was a very helpful video. I appreciate you giving us so many different ways so ee can pick the better opinion for individual needs and or skill level

I Love and Trust your videos on your channel. You do a great job explaining and instruction!! Keep up the great work!!!

This was super helpful. It’s all about finding the joists/studs, which I suck at even with all the tricks. When in doubt cutting out a big piece of drywall, locating the joist and patching it up when done is my go-to. If possible, I’ll install a small 2x4 piece around the perimeter of the hole so I can screw the piece back into place before patching it up. It’s a pain and leaves a mark, but it’s the safest.

I always learn something from your videos. Thanks

Thanks for the information! I've used #1and #3 before. Very helpful

Tks. Never stop learning and I learned something today.

I like using the Franklin Sensor stud finders. They have 11 sensors and lights that show the full width of a stud so you easily see the center of the stud. Some also have an electrical sensor to let you know if a hot wire is near that stud.

I used to attach rail to the ceiling and attach a hoist to move a person out of bed and into a wheelchair or down the hall. My preferred method was a U Strut and your threaded rod method. Very good video. Thanks

Thanks for this. Great ideas.

As always, well explained. You da man.

2 options I didn’t know, or think of!!! Great content, truly thx!!!

Well done bro.... You've got a new subscriber

Thanks for the tips and info. I used the "add blocking in between the ceiling joists" to support a screw in hook to hang my bike in my utility room. I added two hooks and I can use it to do pullups at over 300ibs and it feels super strong.

@sociopathmercenary

Жыл бұрын

I'm just impressed that you can do a pull-up at over 300 pounds. I'm not a girly man but no way I can pull my fat ass up.

@kimstockdale632

Жыл бұрын

You're over 300 lbs and you can do a pull up?? ....I'm over 70 years old and I can run a mile in under 4 minutes.

@RossMalagarie

Жыл бұрын

@@kimstockdale632 thats super impressive

I've used a board to spread very light loads over a plaster ceiling, but prefer supports to be many times stronger than necessary so usually attach to joists. However, more often than not the desired position isn't aligned well with a joist, so I employ a variation of option 3. Instead of screwing a single piece directly to the joists, I screw a block of 4x2 on each end of a bridging member, and then screw the side blocks to the joists with the bridge touching the ceiling underneath, ready to attach the fixture. This way I have screws embedded in lots of material, and all through face or edge grain. I'm only a DIYer so a little more time and material isn't an issue.

Thank you! This was extremely helpful!

Once again Honest C….another great video brother! You rock! 💪🏼👊🏼

very clear and helpful ty

You just fix my problem! Thanks my guy !

Another Excellent Verbal and Visual Demonstrations!!!

All very good suggestions. I'm always nervous about the weight-bearing capability of ordinary fasteners in drywall alone - these ideas will let me sleep better!

Would you recommend attaching a hanging bench to blocking installed between open rafters?

Thank you for you video very understandable.

Dude, this is the best video I've ever seen on hanging stuff from a ceiling. You are a master at explaining super useful techniques in a quick, complete way that makes it possible for amateurs like me to feel confident in considering all the options and knowing why and how to do a job a certain way. Creating the fake ceiling in your workshop to SHOW your work is genius. Btw, a few years ago I helped my daughter move into an apartment with limited space and needed a way to hang her bike in a closet with a plaster/lath ceiling. I eventually came up with something resembling the surface cleat idea. It worked, but I wish I had seen this video first to think about how/where to best install the cleat. I didn't think about installing it on a diagonal. Duh. That would have helped me. Next time I'll know! Thanks again!

@TheHonestCarpenter

Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome to hear, Alan! I really appreciate the positive feedback. Thank you for watching and writing in! 😄

Excellent and clearly laid out. Thanks!

I know so little about ceilings, learned a lot!!! I literally just used one of those toggle bolts few hours ago to hang a plant lol

Thank you for the 5ways to do this safely. I got my first Dungeonworld book. I liked it, & will try get the next. I intend to get all and eventually donate to my library for kids.

Very informative. Thank you. I need swing hung and I really enjoyed your video.

Also: I am not a carpenter like our friend here. Hell,. I worked on engines in the military, and then went to college to work on finance as a career. But I am a heavy DIYer, as I have spent years fixing up my own distressed foreclosure purchases that I have lived in. So here is what else I will add: Before you do anything else...right now...before you pull out your next power tool: learn to drywall. It is not hard. Once you learn, you can do it before you get any experience to get better at it (you just have to sand more at first). But once you have the confidence to cut open a wall, EVERYTHING you need to do becomes 100 times easier.

Very useful and clear instructions. Thanks.

Great video, thanks for sharing 🙏

How lucky am I to have found your channel! Thank you google! This was the best explanation, and you got right to the point. Great illustrations and organization of how information is presented. I also like the “better safe than sorry” approach. Very responsible. I’d say you must be a great carpenter but you’re also a great teacher as well.

@TheHonestCarpenter

2 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😄

Thank you! Exactly the kind of information I was looking for.

Thanks! I have a tiny room and I can't spare the space for a solid chair. So I am looking at hanging a fabric and rope chair from the ceiling. Option 3 sounds good. I think I will use blocking twice and spread the load out over two anchor points.

I really appreciate your channel! What size screws did you use for the block?

Great video. Thanks for putting it together.

Great video and useful information. Thank you for posting!

This was very helpful!! Thank you 😊

I always enjoy your videos. Thanks for the info.

You are so good thank you

Ok I'm really glad my first attempt failed early enough I didn't hurt myself 😂 I definitely needed to do research before trying. This is perfect! I'm gonna watch that video about framing the joist too and actually set my swing up right lmao thanks!

I’ve often had to attach some blocking for an electrical box that will carry the weight of a ceiling fan rather than just a ceiling light. Good video as always

@dwayne7356

Жыл бұрын

You never know what future light fixture or fan will be placed on that box later.

@regularguy9264

Жыл бұрын

@@dwayne7356 Exactly! I wish it was standard for places where it is a reasonable probability. That would keep me out of those attic spaces, lying on my belly putting in blocking!

Thank you Ethan for another great video.

Holy cow this is a great video! I'm so happy I found it. Thank you!

Super helpful, thank you.

Any tips on locating ceiling joists when the ceiling has been furred out perpendicular to the joists? My stud finder is only locating the furring strips, and I can't confidently locate the studs. Thanks.

Thank you. I have a couple places where I need to rework the ceiling lighting and I've been postponing it partly because of not knowing how to approach it and having no almost no experience with making adjustments to existing drywall installs.

Forgot to say your the GOAT carpenter!

After my framing was closed in, I had an idea where lights & fans would be hung plus wall mountings for TV's, cupboards, etc so I applied bracing beneath the wall covering. Thanks for the video.

Thank you for this brilliant explanation as I'm completely clueless. I have two children and we have hung swings indoors before but they were light and now they're older. We need an adult swing with heavy loads. We have a plasterboard ceiling so I'd love your advice. What's best as there is a specific space I'd like to make sure its robust and strong. Thanks so much.

Thank you! Your very informative.👍👏

@TheHonestCarpenter

7 ай бұрын

Thanks, Gail! 😄

When adding blocking, what is the best screw/bolt I should use including length?

Thank you so much! I'm subscribing right now!!