I was asked to install a box beam (for appearance) to a ceiling. The purpose, to help separate the kitchen area from the family TV viewing area. The span is about 20 foot. I am considering using either 1" x 6 " x ?' in length boards or 3/4" thick veneer plywood. I would cut the ply to width and length using a TS55. Currently, there are, double stacked, 2 x 6" boards screwed into the ceiling spanning the room. The box beam would be attached to these. Would a Domino be useful for butt joining boards end to end? Would the Domino joints look better than a 45° miter cut where the boards are joined. The request also include making some flutes on the beam. I did some practice cuts on scrapes using my OF 1400 Router and the guide. For a first attempt these look great.
The intent is to stain or varnish the beam. So attention to detail is critical for appearance sake.
Thanks
John
The intent is to stain or varnish the beam. So attention to detail is critical for appearance sake.
Thanks
John
