exposed rafters

Uncovered roof supports

Exposed rafters are ceiling beams left visible rather than concealed behind drywall or plaster.

The structural timbers that support the roof become a design element, creating a rustic or industrial aesthetic: The cabin had vaulted ceilings with exposed rafters.

Common in craftsman homes, lofts, and renovated warehouses.

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wooden · vaulted · loft · rustic · industrial · industrial chic · barn · barn conversion · attic · pitched · trusses · open · open plan · cathedral · farmhouse · structural · weathered · reclaimed

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Opposites
ceiling finish/concealment

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False ceiling below structural one

suspended ceiling · plaster ceiling · coffered ceiling · ceiling tiles · tray ceiling

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Top 500,000
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G