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Photo Gallery: Building A Metal Stud Wall

Metal stud walls are a good interior wall option. They are not susceptible to rotting and warping or termite damage. Review these steps for building your metal stud wall.

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  • Lay Out Location of New Stud Wall on Floor
  • Use Plumb Bob to Mark Metal Track Location
  • Lay Out Top Track of Metal Wall Using Chalk Line
  • Measure, Mark and Cut Top and Bottom Tracks
  • Attach Bottom Track of Metal Stud Wall to Floor
  • Mark Stud Locations on Tracks with Felt Marker
  • Align Top Track with Chalk Lines Made on Ceiling
  • Insert Studs into Metal Tracks for New wall
  • Move Metal Studs Into Position
  • Clamp Metal Studs to Tracks Checking for Plumb
  • Use Level to Check Metal Stud for Plumb
  • Make Sure Metal Studs are 16 Inches Apart
  • Align Last Stud with End of Both Tracks and Secure
  • Bridge Header for Windows and Doorways
  • Install Header Piece With Flat Side on Top
  • Flatten Ends of Horizontal Pieces to Secure
  • Metal Stud to Wood Frame Connections
  • Conecting Metal Framing to Wood Studs
  • Connect Metal Framing
  • Attach Any Trim After Drywall is Painted
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Lay Out Top Track of Metal Wall Using Chalk Line
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Laying Out: Top Track Location

Lay out the top track of the metal wall using a chalk line. Pull the string line across the marks made in the previous step.

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