wall framing

[2manyrocks]

I won't attempt to speak to the issue of the construction details, but I will say that the details of the construction need to be clearly spelled out so that the quote you receive is for building to those details and not the details imagined by the contractor.

Contractors have a nasty way of building to suit themselves unless you clearly put your own construction details in writing and they sign off on them.

[SKD]

Originally Posted by 2manyrocks

Contractors have a nasty way of building to suit themselves unless you clearly put your own construction details in writing and they sign off on them.

I had thought I'd been quite clear, but obviously not....


Anyone got advice about metal framing, most info I've gleaned has been on studios based on wood frames. Can the ceiling joists rest on the wall studs?

Steve

[wellnessmusic]

Hi Steve,

You can absolutely use metal studs for the entire framing (walls / ceiling) without any need of isohangers from the ceiling. For the walls you should preferably use C-studs, reinforced with a "hat-profile". As for the ceiling framing you can box profiles with insulation in between. If the contractor is not familiar how to calculate the dimensions regarding the span, you can easily get that help from the vendor.

I have use this technique myself in one iso-room, please take a look @

Paradise Studios Stockholm - construction

kindest regards,
Bjorn

[2manyrocks]

Keep in mind that metal studs vary not only in dimension, they also vary in thickness. The heavier guages are used when they have to bear more weight of a structure. Lightweight studs are typically used for partition walls that don't bear the weight of the structure above.

The heavier guage metal studs will support pretty much whatever is placed on them just like a wood stud (except they are straighter).

As was just mentioned, typically the vendor of the studs will review the plans and spec their guage and depth to be able to support the weight placed on them.

I wouldn't want a builder guessing at which ones to use. I'd personally want the metal stud vendor to tell me which guage and depth should be used to support the weight you will be placing on them.