Metal Furring Strips For Drywall

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Metal furring strips for drywall.

The general rule is to install furring strips that are the same width as the ceiling joists. While you can purchase furring strips in bundles of boards that are 8 feet long and 1 to 3 inches wide you can use lumber in other dimensions to fur out a ceiling. Item 201999 model 1208. If you re unfamiliar with what a furring strip is it s best described as a long slender strip that s constructed from either wood or metal.

Furring channel a galvanized hat shaped framing component is used on masonry walls and ceiling assemblies. 1 1 4 wide flange for easy screw attachment. In concrete wall applications furring channel is installed vertically to the wall surface using concrete nails or power driven fasteners. Provides furring for interior walls and drop ceiling application.

Gypsum wallboard may be installed parallel or perpendicular to the z furring. For a standard 8 foot high wall start by installing a sheet of drywall horizontally at the top edge of the wall using drywall screws inserted every 8 inches into the furring strips. Z furring must be installed vertically with the 3 4 flange against the substrate. Commonly used to level uneven surfaces.

Other lengths available hemmed leg furring channel as shown. Increase or decrease the spacing. If you re installing the panels vertically onto furring strips 3 4 inch screws are sufficient. Metal lath should be installed perpendicular to the z furring.

In most cases furring strips are 1 x 2 or 1 x 3 in size and can be applied both horizontally or vertically. High strength galvanized steel helps prevent insect fire and water damage. Furring a ceiling involves adding strips that provide a secure base to hold the drywall. Once the furring strips are in place you can install the drywall the same way you would on any stud wall.

Furring channel for walls and ceilings economical hat shaped framing component used to furr out ceilings and masonry walls. Provides noncombustible furring for interior and exterior walls use to level uneven surfaces available in 7 8 and 1 1 2 depths in 25 20 18 and 16 gauge standard lengths are 10 and 12. Furring strips keep moisture from the drywall and provide a flush final surface. For horizontal installation where the screws will go through the drywall and then into the wall studs use 1 5 inch screws.

Stretch a tape measure across the bottom of the wall and mark every 16 inches. Metal furring strips come in two different styles. The type of fastener and spacing will vary based on application. Unless you re very talented with a hammer opt for using a screwgun to keep from dinging the metal which dents easily.