Q–I recently removed the drywall ceiling in several rooms of my home. As I looked up through the ceiling joists to the roof above, I was amazed at how great the room would look with a vaulted ceiling.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While a ceiling is a fundamental component of any building, most are modest and rather forgettable.

We are adding a master bedroom and family room "wing" to our house. It will have a standard pitched roof. Do you recommend having the roof stick built with lumber or using pre-made roof trusses? — Arn ...