The best technique for framing steel walls is to first fasten the floor and ceiling tracks and then install the studs one at a time.
Metal stud ceiling framing details.
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To keep the ceiling from sagging screw a metal stud on edge perpendicular to the studs.
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This brace sits on top of the ceiling studs.
Studs and joists must be in true alignment.
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Then cut short studs to attach to that stud to the framing above about every four feet.
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Bridging fire stops soil pipes etc must not protrude beyond framing.
If there is no room for a stud above attach short studs to each ceiling stud and screw them to the framing above.
On the floor lay out and mark the location of the wall fasten the steel track photo 2 and then locate the position of the ceiling track using a plumb bob or a level held against a steel stud.
The details contained in this document are intended as a general guide for using steel stud manufacturers association ssma member products.
All framing lumber should be the correct grade for the intended use and 38 mm x 89 mm nominal 2 x 4 or larger should bear the grade.
The metal stud ceiling frame is completed after about 3 hours of continuous work.
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Steel framing is easier to handle because steel studs weigh 1 less than wood studs and can be installed at 4 on center.
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The metal tracks and studs are installed firmly therefore the frame is perfectly level as we have used the laser level.
Make sure you install the metal studs every 15 25 otherwise they won t be able to support the weight of the plasterboards.
