If you want a tougher ceiling beam you can paint an additional coat of synthetic plaster.
Diy foam wood beams.
Cut the insulation sheets into boards.
Glue the boards together with foam glue.
1 by 6 inch wood common whiteboard planks 12 foot long length will depend on how long it needs to span.
This will be much more resistant to damage but requires more foam.
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Step 4 add finishing touches.
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Here are all the tools and supplies you will need if you want to diy faux wood beams.
This authentic looking wood beam less than 20 to make.
2 by 4 pieces of wood for blocking brad nailer nails table saw miter saw air compressor cordless drill drill.
We used our reclaimed wood look stain to finish the project for pennies.
32 untreated pine 1 x 8 x 10 s quantity and length of boards can be adjusted according to length needed to span.
How to make faux beams from foam insulation pieces step 1.
You can find synthetic plaster in any hardware store.
The thickness of the individual boards should match the distance you want.
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Wait for approximately an hour before handling the foam molding.