To set up this ceiling installation, find a dry, fallen hardwood branch (such as oak, hickory, or birch) measuring three to four inches in diameter and four to five feet in length, checking that the timber is structurally sound and free of rot. Strip away loose bark, sand down rough edges, and treat the wood with a non-toxic water-resistant matte wood sealant. Drill two vertical eye-bolt holes four inches inward from each end of the branch, inserting heavy-duty stainless steel closed-eye bolts with washers and locking nuts. Locate the ceiling joists above the tub or vanity using a stud finder, and screw heavy-duty ceiling hooks directly into solid wood framing. Suspend the branch from the ceiling hooks using thick natural hemp rope or matte black steel chains, adjusting the links to ensure the branch hangs level. Hang diverse potted plants in lightweight macrame holders along the branch, spacing them evenly to balance weight across the timber support.
