Stud Walls On Concrete

Step 1 stretch a tape measure across the concrete slab and mark the position of the wall s ends.

Stud walls on concrete.

Then remove the tape. Joists should run every 16 or 24 inches and may run perpendicular to the concrete. Because there s no insulation in between you ll need to waterproof your garage walls before you start. You can add some 1 x 3 or even 1 x 2 studs attached directly to the concrete block and mount the drywall directly to them.

Also known as rod anchors they re often used with threaded rod to hang pipe and wiring. Drive nails through the bottom plate into the concrete two at a time every 10 to 12 inches with a powder actuated nail gun. Use a hammer drill with 3 16 masonry bit to drill a hole through the wood and into the concrete floor. Use an impact driver to drive a 3 tapcon screw through the wood and into the floor.

Superior walls precast concrete foundations are the best solution for residential builders looking for reliable scheduling efficient one day installation ready to finish convenience energy code performance and a manufacturer s limited warranty. Cut pressure treated 2 x 4 boards to length and lay them along the chalk line. Drill through the stud to make a divot on the concrete. Other nails have a thick shank that sometimes has spiral ridges for improved holding power.

Place the two by four in its desired location. Choose a length that will penetrate the concrete at least 1 inch. Insert a 3 8 inch masonry drill bit into a hammer drill. Be sure to wear safety goggles when hammering masonry nails into concrete.

Use a stud finder or tap on the ceiling and drive finishing nails into the sheathing to uncover hidden joists. Mark the location for the anchor centered on the two by four stud. Walls are built from the ground up. Secure the top plate to the joists above again two at a time wherever.

Some concrete nails are the cut nail design shown in the photo with a thick flat shank and a tapering v profile. Concrete may be tough as rock but with the right tools securing walls to slabs is a smooth process.