Metal Furring Strips For Drywall

Cold rolled channels using metal furring channel clips ortie wire.

Metal furring strips for drywall.

Thd sku 445394. The type of fastener and spacing will vary based on application. Metal furring strips come in two different styles. Increase or decrease the spacing.

The general rule is to install furring strips that are the same width as the ceiling joists. 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. 1 1 4 wide flange for easy screw attachment. In drop ceiling applications furring channels can be attached directly to 1 1 2 in.

25 gauge galvanized steel furring channel resists corrosion mold moisture insect and fire damage. For horizontal installation where the screws will go through the drywall and then into the wall studs use 1 5 inch screws. Unless you re very talented with a hammer opt for using a screwgun to keep from dinging the metal which dents easily. In most cases furring strips are 1 x 2 or 1 x 3 in size and can be applied both horizontally or vertically.

Gypsum wallboard may be installed parallel or perpendicular to the z furring. Z furring must be installed vertically with the 3 4 flange against the substrate. Super stud building products inc. If you re installing the panels vertically onto furring strips 3 4 inch screws are sufficient.

Severe weather 1 in x 2 in x 8 ft pressure treated southern yellow pine furring strip. Furring strips keep moisture from the drywall and provide a flush final surface. 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. Metal lath should be installed perpendicular to the z furring.

Other lengths available hemmed leg furring channel as shown. Furring channel for walls and ceilings economical hat shaped framing component used to furr out ceilings and masonry walls. Furring a ceiling involves adding strips that provide a secure base to hold the drywall. Use for gypsum wallboard plaster soffits and ceilings.

Item 201999 model 1208. Once the furring strips are in place you can install the drywall the same way you would on any stud wall. Stretch a tape measure across the bottom of the wall and mark every 16 inches. 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.