Metal Stud Ceiling Framing Details

The details contained in this document are intended as a general guide for using steel stud manufacturers association ssma member products.

Metal stud ceiling framing details.

Item 15418 model 139495. Updated clarkdietrich building system cad details can be found in the new clarkdietrich s itools cad library. To keep the ceiling from sagging screw a metal stud on edge perpendicular to the studs. Viperstud drywall framing studs and track structural stud and track shaftwall and area separation systems plastering steel and drywall finishing products as well as our framerite family of proprietary products.

Steel framing is easier to handle because steel studs weigh 1 less than wood studs and can be installed at 4 on center. The metal stud ceiling frame is completed after about 3 hours of continuous work. If there is no room for a stud above attach short studs to each ceiling stud and screw them to the framing above. This brace sits on top of the ceiling studs.

Marino ware offers a complete line of cold formed steel framing products. Long term maintenance costs are reduced because steel. The metal tracks and studs are installed firmly therefore the frame is perfectly level as we have used the laser level. These products should not be used in design or construction without an independent evaluation by a qualified engineer or architect to verify the suitability.

Steel framing offers marketing advantages because consumers recognize steel as a superior framing product for its fundamental characteristics. Bridging fire stops soil pipes etc must not protrude beyond framing. 3 625 in w x 120 in l x 1 25 in d prostud 3 5 8 25 ga galvanized steel metal stud. 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.

Then cut short studs to attach to that stud to the framing above about every four feet. Our metal framing product line includes. 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. Make sure you install the metal studs every 15 25 otherwise they won t be able to support the weight of the plasterboards.

Studs and joists must be in true alignment. 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.