Metal Furring Strips For Drywall

Severe weather 1 in x 2 in x 8 ft pressure treated southern yellow pine furring strip.

Metal furring strips for drywall.

For horizontal installation where the screws will go through the drywall and then into the wall studs use 1 5 inch screws. Gypsum wallboard may be installed parallel or perpendicular to the z furring. 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. Stretch a tape measure across the bottom of the wall and mark every 16 inches.

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. Metal furring strips come in two different styles. Commonly used to level uneven surfaces. Provides furring for interior walls and drop ceiling application.

Metal lath should be installed perpendicular to the z furring. Other lengths available hemmed leg furring channel as shown. Unless you re very talented with a hammer opt for using a screwgun to keep from dinging the metal which dents easily. In ceiling applications furring channels can be attached directly to the underside of the building structure using tie wire screws or power.

The type of fastener and spacing will vary based on application. 1 1 4 wide flange for easy screw attachment. Once the furring strips are in place you can install the drywall the same way you would on any stud wall. High strength galvanized steel helps prevent insect fire and water damage.

Furring channel a galvanized hat shaped framing component is used on masonry walls and ceiling assemblies. In concrete wall applications furring channel is installed vertically to the wall surface using concrete nails or power driven fasteners. Super stud s 7 8 in. Furring channel for walls and ceilings economical hat shaped framing component used to furr out ceilings and masonry walls.

Item 201999 model 1208. The general rule is to install furring strips that are the same width as the ceiling joists. Furring strips keep moisture from the drywall and provide a flush final surface. If you re installing the panels vertically onto furring strips 3 4 inch screws are sufficient.

25 gauge furring channel is a multi purpose product with a variety of applications. Z furring must be installed vertically with the 3 4 flange against the substrate. 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. Increase or decrease the spacing.