Exposed beams and coffered ceilings are all the rage, adding a touch of rustic or upscale flair to any room. But sometimes, homeowners or contractors use faux beams and ceiling treatments to hide ...

Put down the paintbrush. Today’s wood treatments dare to be bare.

Simple yet commanding, vaulted ceilings rise upward in symmetrical slopes, often revealing beams or trusses. Their drama lies ...

Sprawling across a single level, the elegant residence features an impressive Maria Theresa chandelier in the foyer, Wyer + Craw cabinetry and coffered ceilings. The manicured gardens include a ...

Empirical testing illustrates this stark difference: one recent study found that wood beams could withstand a 3,109 lb ultimate load versus a 4,436 lb load for composite beams, while observation of in ...