Editor’s note: An updated version of this post can be viewed here. As Americans, we can feel patriotic when considering tin ceilings. It’s one of the few decorative elements found in the Victorian Age ...

A HUNDRED years ago, tin ceilings were the way to go for two reasons: The fire-proof plates provided a quick fix for cracking plaster, plus they were very, very cheap. These days, it’s charm, not ...

Dear Debbie: We had to replace the ceiling in our cottage kitchen and would like to put up a tin ceiling. I saw you put in a tin backsplash on one of your shows, but I can't remember if it needed ...