A vaulted ceiling refers to any ceiling that angles up toward the roof to extend higher than the standard eight- to ten-foot height of average flat ceilings. Among the most common types of vaulted ceilings are arched, barrel, cathedral, domed, groin, and rib, each with its own unique structure.

What is the difference between a sloped ceiling and a vaulted ceiling?

By architectural definition, a cathedral ceiling is defined by symmetry with equal steeply sloping sides, meeting at a ridge in the middle of a room and normally mirroring the pitch of the roof structure. ... Vaulted ceilings, on the other hand, are not typically constructed using the same pitch as the roof.

What is the average height of a vaulted ceiling?

For new vaulted or cathedral ceilings, aim for a minimum of 13 feet at the ceiling's top.