Frame With Steel and Save Money! | Steel vs Wood

[@rfranco8552]

I'm a metal framer by trade from commercial building doing build-outs and even homes. I know you're showing the video for the average Joe who don't know but you should also screw the back of the stud by using extension and you can screw through the inside of the stud with the point going outwards into the back as well. We normally use the little vise grip clamps and we usually have a pocket full of them just to hold them in place until we go back and screw them. and if you're using PT on the bottom you should put a felt paper between the PT and the metal stud so you don't have a corrosion happening later on down the road. Don't take this as knocking you cuz I really do enjoy your shows 👍😉

[@scottrogers2831]

Extremely important comment. It should be pinned to the top of the comments.

[@whitigir]

How specifically would you screw in the stud in the back side ? I found it extremely hard, eventhough I am using 90 impact extensions, I found that I don’t have enough force to keep pushing them constantly

[@jae-nacoleman]

What does PT mean? I’m learning how to install and correctly protect my basement from moisture

[@michaelkuzmin]

@rfranco8552 why are you not using stud crimpers?

[@brandonreynolds6158]

@@jae-nacoleman pressure treated lumber

[@tyn8058]

i dont even have a basement let alone a house but i feel like i can build anything listening to this guy

[@MrHandsomeferny]

Same here 😅😃

[@joemireles4047]

Jeff is literally my go to guy. Even when I know what I’m doing I’ll see if he has tips!

[@susanboehme8600]

He is a great teacher. Thank you Jeff. Keep on doing your videos.

[@jona1721]

I love you Man! very clear teaching . Thank you very much for your kindness by making this video. 👌

[@d3v3ouzm1ndz]

100 percent true

[@benchavis1624]

You make more sense than any construction worker on KZbin. You are a fantastic teacher! I did construction for over 40 years.

[@TwilightxKnight13]

Minor advice. I know Jeff is focused on other details, but for us/you DIY'ers, black marker/sharpie is great for steel frame work, but NEVER use it on drywall. It will bleed through the primer and paint and drive you crazy as you have to apply coat after coat of primer to cover it up. Only use pencil on drywall. Good luck!

[@treyrichardson5182]

It won’t bleed through Kilz spray…

[@0714will]

😆

[@miketerrine1131]

I have been cursed at by the painter for doing that.

[@Dannys.channel]

Lol I use permanent marker still

[@willschultz5452]

Yes you are right!👍

[@tagadvance]

I wish I could like this 10x. I've been wanting to finish by basement but have been put off by the cost of lumber and intimidated by metal. Thank you so much!

[@notpimpin]

You know it's gonna be good when the title has A to Z in it! 🙌

[@juniorsamuels6060]

Good demonstration bro I am learning a lot bless

[@jealouselephant4139]

I have no idea if you know what you're talking about, but your presentation is 10/10...and your dad bod is on point too.

[@rickeon2397]

Jeff always has the best instructional videos. Also like that you can do most of these projects with entry level tools which is something other you tubers don't necessarily show you. Nice work mate!

[@bryancondrey6457]

Nice tutorial. I spent about 1/3 of my construction life as a metal framing contractor. The only thing I did differently us using a small pair of reach over vice-grips verses the spring loaded clips. Much of the work I did was on multi-level scaffolding and the vice grips allowed the use of rope to pull up the cut studs from the floor as my helper made the cuts.

[@shawnwinter]

The subfloor system that Jeff described at the end of the video is game changer. I’ve used it in two of my homes and it not only makes it easier to manage the build, but it keep the basement so warm and comfortable when everything is done and you’re ready to enjoy the fruits of your labour. It’s easy and relatively inexpensive, especially when compared to prefabricated tile systems.

[@apatton6022]

How did you attach the frame to the subfloor? Planning on using steel frame but debating if I need the pressure treated 2x4 under the track if it’s already elevated off the concrete.

[@Hugatree4me]

@@apatton6022 I believe after 1:01:25 Jeff mentions that you can just screw your track directly into the subfloor if you go that route, which means you wouldn't have to purchase the pressure treated lumber

[@michaelkuzmin]

@shawnwinter are you talking about the dimple membrane? I read a lot of reviews on it that say it makes noise when you walk on it. I am just going to use Durafoam 3/4 plus toung and groove OSB. Fortunately I'm on a hill and I have zero issues with moisture.

[@ccroberts81]

I'm sure you hear this all of the time, but I absolutely love watching your videos! I think you're a riot! And, I learn a crap load of information.

[@0714will]

Thank you God!!! I just finished 15 videos and no one had a close-up on how to do the cuts! Flipping infuriating! You da man!!

[@patcruz7867]

You have always been my go to guy for any DIY I do at home. Your no nonsense approve to building is just GREAT! The code review to doing things right is something that is not told by others doing instructional videos. I have learned so much from you and I truly appreciate ALL of your videos. Thank you VERY much again.

[@FighterAceee94]

Electrician here, we make holes in those steel studs all the time. Some of them also have premade cutouts for electrical conduits.

[@ramasike]

Yes, indeed.

[@Ccoleworld3]

ddo you use metal boxes on metal studs?

[@VRtechman]

@@Ccoleworld3 Jon C Dvorak would say that's a good question! #NoAgenda

[@reitsound3941]

@@VRtechman It's actually Vlad Svertkoj ,Ok?

[@balticahomeshomes5901]

true

[@shyft09]

Such a talent for noticing and teaching the small details that make life quicker and easier (and intentionally dropping the things that don't matter). It surprises me every time I watch one of Jeff's videos. It requires you to really "think" about your trade, and it's a rare skill IMO

[@about2flip]

Dude. I haven't even watched this video as I type this comment. But you are amazing to share this knowledge. My prayers have been answered because I was just saying wow, lumber is expensive, wonder if I can do my upcoming basement project with metal. Boom! here you are teaching it. Thank you!!!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad I could help! cheers!

[@JD_-_]

I have been watching your videos with great interest- they’re just great! I just realized that you have the same voice as Saul Goodman 😂🤣 it cracked me up when I realized that 😂🤣

[@patrickclochesy1990]

When you say "and this isn't galvanized" - yes it is. Those are zinc-plated studs. But you are putting them (light-gauge steel studs) directly on pressure-treated lumber, in an area where you spell out moisture concerns. We know pressure treated wood eats zinc-plated steel like nobodies business. Use flashing, foam sill seal, or something else to separate the steel stud from the pressure-treated lumber.

[@jimc8121]

geez was about to put the steel right on the pressure treated. Thx. Another tuber advises putting sill gasket underneath the pressure treated.

[@coreygrua3271]

Years ago when I started watching this Ottawa contractor, I was amazed, even blown away, by his knowledge of the building trade(s). If there was a PhD in plumbing, or framing, or flooring, this guy would have a sheepskin on his wall; Dr. Thorman. Now that expansive mind of his is leading the KZbin world and giving us a 60,000 foot view of a lumber yard or a ship stuck in the Suez Canal as a tree falls in Canada making a sound that Jeff can perceptively hear. What a thinker! His common sense blesses me in Utah in so many practical ways.

[@benlosier9235]

Best yt channel for diy projects.. just used your knowledge today putting in a basement window. Now I might just have to use metal studs when I finish the walls. Great content!

[@matthewsiebert9340]

This is great, thank you! A couple of notes: in my opinion it's better to use track for framing the door top/bulkhead and around windows (top and bottom). When you bend the track and fit it around the studs - wood or steel - you don't have the issue of the bulge that you'd get from the curl on the inside of the stud (and don't have to bend it). You can use a regular miter saw with a carbide-tipped metal blade to cut 4 studs at a time. No need to cut them with snips. I even make a lot of my smaller cuts with the miter saw just because it cuts cleaner and quicker than snips. Track is easier to cut since it doesn't have that curl/lip thing that the studs have. If you're using snips to cut, you can cut the sides, then bend back and forth and it'll snap nicely and give you a clean cut. Also, I went with rigid foam against the wall and unfaced fiber glass inside the studs w/o a poly barrier. That's what everyone is saying is the best (effective and less expensive than spray foam) method to insulate a basement at this point. I'd love to see a video on doing soffits/bulkheads; it seems like hardly anyone wants to tackle that with steel on KZbin.

[@edcollier2526]

Jeff, I've watched alot of your videos and I think this is one of your best ones! Exceptional detail and thoughtful layout of information for 95% of it. You must have been getting tired towards the end! Great video and I appreciate the great information you shared!

[@philipperiondel3093]

Actually, 100 studs was right. What you wanted to double was the number of tracks, that is 40 instead of 20. Apart of that, great video tuto. I just decided to finish some walls with metal studs rather than wood ($$$), but did not know how to use that. Now, I think I know. Thanks Jeff.

[@richardmarshall4298]

Thanks, Phillipe. I questioned that myself and was going to ask for clarification

[@philipbreau1246]

Original counts are right. 100 stud and 20 track. 100 linear feet needs 10 tracks x 2 for top/bottom.

[@bmkprinting3008]

I love comment surfing. This answered my ONLY question of the entire video. The comments win again!

[@acontant80]

Hey Jeff, maybe it's me but at 1:00:48, you changed studs quantities saying it's two for top and bottom but I think you mixed it with your tracks. Great video non the less!

[@RizzleQ]

It's not you. He mistakenly doubled the studs when he already accounted for the top and bottom tracks by having 20 of those.

[@bobmarley6065]

Jeff just let me start out by saying, i love your videos. You my man are the quintessential jack of all trades.I'm a 35 year Union carpenter from Seattle. First thing is, the metal stud you had in your hand was galvanized. Here in Seattle all are metal studs are galvanized. You most certainly want to shoot your track down directly on the concrete. The other thing i wanted to recommend is using is spray glue adhesive in a spray can for putting up your insulation and your plastic vapor barrier. Just spray it on the inside and outside web of the studs for your insulation install and on the face of the studs for your vapor barrier. Also there are two types of metal stud framing, architectural and structural. Most DI-Y's will only be doing non-structural framing.Anyway my man i just wanted to say keep up the great videos, you are a mountain of knowledge that is appreciated by everyone. Thank you.

[@fettyguapo]

Great video Jeff! Thank you, and also thank you for releasing your Spanish channel that honestly made me have even more respect for you. I’m 1st generation Mexican American and i love your videos so much, and am so happy to see you bring that to the Spanish speaking community bravo sir

[@charleswittmer2477]

yes but in the 60's mexicans would not let you hear them speak spanish because they wanted to assimilate, now they don't care about being americans because they believe that america is all of the americas. My peeve is that my neighbors don't throw trash out in my yard but the visiting laborer's do, what does that tell you about how they cars about our property, do they do that where they came from? sorry I'm in tx.

[@fettyguapo]

@@charleswittmer2477 yea just delete your comment.

[@danielgeary7744]

@@fettyguapo lol!

[@alexgarza2759]

Sir no lie. You looked really frustrated with the people that don’t know what they are doing or saying on your comments . You are the pro. Boss I love the channel. I’ve been learning from you for a while. I just wanna say great job and thank you very much.

[@thelog86]

Every contractor is going to pick apart another contractors work, including his. Someone taught him how

[@TheRamos07]

Love how he tells ya you HAVE to wear gloves working with this stuff. Just to not wear them hahaha. Great stuff as always 👏🏽

[@LandQuestTotes]

After considering Steel Stud in the Basement finish and listening to the pro and cons the verdict is out. Thanks

[@denisewall4406]

Hi Jeff, Two things: First, amazing video! I am a 65 year old woman who has been intimidated by steel framing, and it is getting harder and harder for me to carry 2 x 4s around. Thanks to you, I am prepared to try steel framing for the first time. Second, you mention some source for steel framing supplies, but I do not know what you are talking about. Home Depot does not carry 16' lengths, which is what I need for my project, but I only need a small amount. Can you send me in the right direction? Thank you!

[@SuperJLTube]

Usually agree with all your advice but I have a few issues with this video. I never use pt inside. I'd use foam or poly sill gasket under plating whether steel or would as they will wick moisture and salt from concrete but pt also reacts to metal and eats through it via bimetal corrosion that's why we use ceramic coated or galvanized fastners on pt. PPE is important, I wear the thin anti-cut gloves as you can still handle the tiny screws but don't have to worry about steel slivers or cuts

[@alexanderhardwick9229]

I love Jeff's power grunts when he bends over or stands up, making a drinking game out of it tonight! He's the modern day, real life Tim Allen only better! Jack and Jeff perfect Saturday night combo! :)

[@ltcajh]

See the Dry Bar Comedy, "Old Man Noises!"

[@ngonsor]

We call those "Dad Sounds" ! 😆

[@charleswittmer2477]

@@ngonsor I remember when my dad made those sounds at about 60 now at 77 I understand the feeling.

[@scottstewart9154]

I use to have his same thoughts on gloves but Nitril gloves that fit your hand tight give you amazing dexterity. Milwaukee and Costco sell big packs of these. They are great for construction work where you need hand dexterity and also nice when you do concrete or other work with caustic materials.

[@williammaldonado3516]

Thanks for the information! 👍

[@jpdst29]

This video couldn’t have come at a better time. Doing a full basement renovation this winter. Thanks!!!

[@AlfordLau]

Best tutorial on metal studs on KZbin. Thank you.

[@4schitzangiggles]

As for gloves, I use the MaxiFlex cut proof (34-8743, size 10) gloves. They make several styles, but the green ones I use I can put a dime flat on a glass table top and pick it up easy peasey. They take about a day to break in and then they literally a second skin. They also don't make your hands stink and will outlast the cheaper box store gloves 10/15 to one. They are highly cut resistant, but not stab proof. They are sized like surgical gloves. The zinc on the steel studs will also dry the crap outta your hands and make your skin split at the joints. These prevent this as well

[@aarroozzaarriioo]

Thanks Jeff, we need more of steel basement build techniques

[@oldschoolnaturalbodybuildi4301]

Finally a video with steel framing, I live in Athens Greece and all framing is done with Steel but all buildings are build with concrete slags and walls are with brick and cement very helpful tips

[@charleswittmer2477]

yeah and probably 100 year tile roofs also.

[@boyankovic6211]

Hi Jeff, I think this video has officially changed my mind and that I will use steel studs for framing my basement. Seems WAY more forgiving for the novice DIY'er. Thanks for posting this kind of stuff.

[@Super--Star]

Don't

[@boyankovic6211]

@@Super--Star I haven't started yet and again am on the fence. But can I ask why not?

[@Super--Star]

Steel frames transfer heat or cold, google thermal bridging. It should lead you to a decision that will put you back firmly in the timber frame realm.

[@JakeAho]

Great video! Wish this came out 6 months ago. We recently finished framing an entire tiny house with metal framing. Instead of the clips, we used locking C-clamps (similar to vice grips) to hold the stud and track together which worked really well.

[@mirg6204]

Pro Steel framer here.....the C-Clamps are what we use everyday. The spring clamps are okay but i only use those for installing drop ceilings. To me not enough holding pressure..itll work but C Clamps are like an extra hand...you can REALLY hold 2 pieces together

[@randyragland9218]

So you can use these for studding your walls instead of 2x4? He just said it was 1/2 cheaper than wood.Wow that is a lot of savings on just the framing.

[@KyleHerbertOf416]

Steel stud framer, drywaller and finisher here. Goddamn i LOVE THIS STUFF! Its easy for electricians to run their wires, bottom row of holes is for plumbers to run their pex and whatnot. Dont get me wrong, i love using wood 2x4s but sometimes steel framing is the best bet. Did and entire basement (it was about 26x28 give or take) framed the bathroom, laundry room, office and play room in about 2 days. One thing i can tell you right now though, USE PT WOOD UNDER your bottom plate. Its that extra little step and that extra couple bucks but really makes a difference.

[@lost_ducks]

what is the lightest safe steel studs for an house's main wall frames? ty

[@gordonalmadi5871]

I dont know of a code that would permit PT on any interior, my preference is sill foam, not wood

[@TheElevenBravo]

This gentleman is truly a blessing for all of us who want to learn anything within the home improvement realm! - Thank you an awful lot!

[@RobJ1929]

Love the ideal of working with steel. I know a gentlemen from UK who lives in Bohol Philippines that built his entire house with steel has a second floor as well. Every part of his house is steel except for the inside walls. He has done this before and would not do any other way. Termites and water damage wood there so anything you can do out of metal or hollow block is better than wood. Now I have to say thank you for showing me a new way of building w/o wood. Enjoy your videos.

[@zachicusmaximus5551]

I was thinking about this the other day. I will never properly finish my basement. Sealed/painted walls and tile or vinyl floors only, and everything important propped a bit off the ground. I'd rather the basement look slightly less nice to never have to deal with ripping it all out when it gets moldy or the sump pump fails in a heavy rain. Been in too many damp basements and mine will probably end up that way as well some day.

[@chrisgraham2904]

Install Durock cement board 16 inches high around the perimeter of the room at floor level with drywall above the cement board.

[@kaleidoscopejukebox]

your videos are on a whole different level of quality and precision. I'd hire you for any job and I've learned to do quite a few from you already. THANK YOU

[@marcduncan9971]

Hi- great videos sir! We work with metal stud all the time. Once we laser measure a wall, we cut the whole bundle of 10 at once- saves a lot of time. Thanks!

[@bobfinnecy4231]

Jeff, I have been waiting for this since I have steel studs in my FL home!

[@rotaryenginepete]

Don't use PT lumber with steel studs, especially in FL, that is a recipe for a giant pile of rust. Unfortunately he is not giving good advice here on materials.

[@Tzarsio]

@@rotaryenginepete that's what I thought too .. but if it's galvanized then maybe it's ok

[@rotaryenginepete]

@@Tzarsio PT lumber treatment contains dissimilar metals, such as copper. Even galvanized steel won't be immune to this type of corrosion.

[@patthesoundguy]

This video is perfectly timed. I was wondering just yesterday if that steel system was going to be much cheaper than wood. Here in Nova Scotia a 2x4 is going for around $8 or more each right now.

[@iqaznili]

ON has it floating around $10

[@DBowesMusic]

What am I missing? In ottawa a 2x4x8 wood is 5.35 and steel 3 5/8x8 is 6.45 at home depot. I was going to use steel for my basement theater for less noise traveling and thought it was cheaper. 🤔

[@iqaznili]

@@DBowesMusic maybe prices went down now. By the time that video was out, it was about $8 something on south western Ontario.

[@NLuKa420]

@@DBowesMusic Down in NY wood studs are running about a buck or two more than steel studs. The wood has been fluctuating much more in price. Just for convenience though, this video has convinced me to use steel in the basement.

[@pratikmahendra3488]

All I can say is thank you for education and I have to say comments are amazing. So, thank you all for the contribution here.

[@Joshua-ef2fz]

Jeff mentions in the video that the metal framing was purchased at a wholesaler, but the above links don't include that store in Ottawa. Would it be possible to get the store name for wholesale metal framing? Thanks

[@walterquintanilla628]

Your Videos are great man, Thanks! I remember when I first started doing metal framing, this professional framer guy showed me a very cool trick. He would only cut the sides with the snips and the top wider area he would place the speed square and cut the mark line "like twice" with a sheetrock knife and then move up and down and it pops off easily.

[@charleswittmer2477]

it is called scouring the metal I think, it was a long long time ago.

[@vernvern1507]

Dewalt cordless drywall gun, was the best investment I ever made, and use the small batteries to keep it light, it makes a difference when your boarding all day, and cool little tip for cutting the vapor barrier on the floor, take the handle off of your sanding pole, and tape your knife to the end of it, and just walk along the wall, it saves your knees and your back

[@stephanstrickland6373]

I am a steel stud drywaller and have noticed a lot of people are looking at steel stud instead of wood due to price. In the commercial sector we just shot the bottom track to concrete and I have not seen a problem yet granted that's new builds. I have been done hole houses with steel stud and it was cheaper

[@jamesfinney8841]

Just did a T.I. with steel studs, it's definitely a pain in the ass disassemble.

[@davispaul82]

Just purchased some land and was planning on building my home using container because I like the look of them. And advice on how to frame them, what studs to use and also wall insulation? Also if you could do a video on that, it would be amazing. Continue making great videos, and have a happy NY's. Cheers, Paul

[@myleshollywood81]

You are hilarious. Lot's of great insight and practical advice. Thanks for a great demonstration.

[@RonaldDCass]

I used cable ties with grommet holes to screw to side of the stud, then zip tie the wires. I bought the wiring grommets from Menards that snap together. Very good demonstration video. Question: what gauge are your studs? I had about a thousand load bearing heavy structural gauge GIVEN to me when a friend closed shop & moved out of state about 15 years ago. I framed the entire inside of the house I built with them. My major issue was, since these are heavy gauge structural steel, it is challenging to screw drywall & other sheathing to them as well as fastening trim & baseboard etc. We moved to the Missouri Ozarks now & have just enough remaining to build a 20X40 tiny home for our daughter.

[@justinw9631]

Have watched a lot of your videos. This is a new chapter with Steel framing I'm about to do. If only you had a video that showed adding a wall to a finished basement with a drop ceiling... steel or wood.

[@jimc8121]

Appreciate all the help offered in this video. Don't think building corners was addressed here though. Sure could have used that.

[@desmondandrade4613]

Jeff does that Tyvek/Typar sit on the cement wall and is it attached with tapcons? In your How to Insulate a Basement video the Typar was attached to the back of the wood studs, so isw there an advantages/disadvantages to both approaches.

[@citybliss18]

Looking for this answer also

[@10pct2_the_big_guy]

So how do you attach your baseboard and casing trim to metal studs, same as wood? I would presume that a typical pneumatic trim nail wouldn’t hold too well.

[@labinotgjini1947]

How would you install the tyvek on concrete slab?

[@frankstewart8346]

Good stuff brother the last 10 minutes was a wealth of knowledge. Well pretty much the whole hour 👍👍

[@aw9085]

i havent decided what i will use. i was sold on steel, but leaning back towards wood. nice thing with steel is you wont have to sort through a lot of bowed and bad 2x4s

[@kermitefrog64]

Thank you for the video. I used a number of the techniques shown. Using the spring clips is genius and using the metal screws closer to the edge made it much easier to connect the metal studs. I got a bit crazy with a project. I purchased metal studs from Lowe's and made a frame work. Then attached the metal skirting from my mobile home. Then in the cavities I inserted mineral wool insulation and on the back of the frame I used my Worx brad staple nail gun to attach 30lb. tar paper to the back side. I made put the panels on 2x12x18 cement bricks with thick plastic under to keep water from wicking up into the metal. I can slide the panels out fairly easily. I made the panels either 48" or 32" depending on what was needed on that side of the mobile home.

[@3dvorator]

basically in Europe we use OLNLY steel framing, never used wood framing in our concrete-bricks built houses, wooden houses usually use Xlam for the perimeter walls, interior walls framing is steel framing too. As for the cutting we use a straight scissor, not angled. We use Beta tools for the most, expensive but high quality. To fix the studs we also use a special crimping tool or the same flat head screw you use. As for the level we use a 2 meters long magnetic level, not a short one. Good job buddy, when I was 23 I worked in this sector for 15 years... a lot of drywalls :))

[@oliviernguyen6564]

1) when you use the Tyvek, what type of fastener do you use to attach it to the concrete wall? how far up of the wall the Tyvek need to cover or seal off to prevent moisture get up into the joist? 2) I saw other videos that you water proofing the floor with membrane, big rolls with bumps, how is that membrane layer play with this setup? is the membrane goes from wall to wall up against the Tyvek or just inside the framed floor only? 3) Instead of using 2x4 treated, can I use composite (Trek or alike) 2x4? 4) Can I use 2" thick pink foam board against the Tyvek? then frame then add more insulation? as always, great video

[@sthrnvoice3198]

I found 20 ga. at Lowes surprisingly! Most I've seen elsewhere are 25 ga. I'm only using at the base for a channel, so it will work great.

[@T.E.P.]

thanks Jeff!!! the A to Z vids are some of the favs of me and my 6 year old son to watch. thanks for making great content like this

[@MetalMachineryTechnology]

Nice video of steel framing. We are manufacturer of Light gauge steel framing machine and cold roll forming machines. Its easy to build house by steel and mostly to avoid forest destroy.

[@antoniovaldez5214]

laying steel on concrete with potential water or moisture can lead with time to directly rusting away. using proper green trested as your bottom plates is the way to go. grreat vid...

[@kevinoverholtzer3126]

i dont know why i watched this I am not going to do a basement or anything but the way he talks kept me interested + i would love to do a proper basement eventhough i am in northern California where basements dont exist. other words nice video i liked

[@normferguson2769]

Last year steel studs were the same price as 2x4 studs. We framed a commercial building wall addition in steel even though it was originally wood framed walls. I am not sure which is less cost now. Wood or steel studs is the same manhours to install.

[@TheRoyaltyHalls]

How do you stick tyvek to concrete walls?

[@beckyrobinson7517]

We are building a small storage room inside of our Garage 7X8 and I would like to place the door in the corner opening off the 7 foot wall where it joins the 8 ft wall. Can you tell me how we would frame with wood and steel to be sure the door was supported properly?

[@larajohnson3428]

Building a home theater room in my basement, these videos are super helpful. Only thing is I never realized how much crap you have to buy because it's a basement and there's moisture. Came here to find out how to use the metal studs because it's $7 for an 8' board. And after watching I'm about $700 in my home depot cart 😞🤦

[@filipedecarvalho2723]

This is regular framing fpr drywal in europe. Greatings from Portugal!

[@Karzacan]

Nao chefe

[@chuck00622]

Question about adding the 2x4 when framing for a door.. You only put one wood 2x4 and I had assumed that is where you would hang the door on the hinge side. But you were rushing through your material list and you mentioned two 2x4s for a doorway??? So should you put one on either side or did I just not catch what you are pitching

[@ktauber9692]

Best 101 video I have seen in a long time. Quick question, how do you attach the Tyvek to the concrete wall?

[@Nas_ty2026]

Question: how do you fasten the back of the stud when it’s up against an exterior wall? Thanks

[@mariaquiroz5852]

Another super helpful video! A little too late though...I already spent about 2 weeks researching everything so I could DIY steel studs. But at least my research and plans are validated by Jeff!!

[@Numero.uno.girl.pappaa]

How would you attach the tyvek if you’re using steel studs?

[@PiranOfficial]

I watched a lot of Your videos recently (I started doing my first attic remodel and was kinda clueless) but this is the first one that make me think how lucky I am to live in Poland. I guess prices are much more sensible here. I bought a lot of this metal studs for the walls and for example 3 meter ones (not standard, here typical is 2,6 m) were around 8 PLN so around 3 $ (CAD) each. Maybe I'm wrong and wholesale prices are better - If I bought those at hardware store I'd pay around 7 CAD - but still. Differences in cost of building and renovation here are much lower than other eu countries, USA and Canada.

[@harrisonkatzz7090]

Jeff keep the drywall off the floor by 1 inch . I put a 1by 3 on the floor keeps the water away and put it in level drywall does up level.and trim nails in well . comment please.

[@RockinBarBRanch]

Great explanation of how to get good this this type of building material!

[@alexharriott1180]

I have no idea why I watched this, I'm a 5 year union carpenter, almost 6 I must have just wanted that different perspective lol. Good video! The studs look much different then what I've handled in my time.

[@jean-marclangevin5387]

Great video. A little trick when cutting your studs. Use the metal cutter to cut the sides and just bend the piece back and forth till it breaks off. Cutting across with the metal cutter is way harder.

[@dougtilaran3496]

I cut mine with a Makita LC1230

[@petlla1]

Can i put UD profile down and up and turn the CD profile on back,because of space? And pleas can you do it in Centimeters 😪,how to calculate?

[@davidparker2173]

That curved wall is a really good idea. Though too much of that kind of thing would be too much for me, as an accent, and a living feature, it will work perfectly at one point at the entrance to the bedroom at it's corner in my house. Masterful construction techniques, and acumen for presentation before a camera. A construction instructor with a personality, and sense of humor. Imagine that.

[@brianclose8047]

In NH basement foundation walls need to be sealed first with drylock before you start and track goes on top of a barrier like sill seal. And no breaks like you have with the pt.

[@sebastiansylvan8979]

When you put that track on top of pressure treated wood, aren't you going to have issues with galvanic corrosion (due to the copper in the PT wood)? Or if the steel is treated enough to withstand that, wouldn't they also withstand any moisture (and thus no need for PT bottom plate)? I'm no expert, but I've seen what standard galvanized fasteners do in PT wood (dissolve!) so maybe the same happens here.

[@rajmalik3287]

Please Clarify, so Can I attach Tyvek to the studs behind the insulation like you did on one of your videos using Typar? Tyvek logo will face the inside of the house right? There will be about an " air space between Tyvek and concrete wall. Or should I hang the Tyvek against the concrete wall and leave the air space between the fibreglass insulation and Tyvek Thanks

[@shahsmerdis]

Hey couple of points that I was thinking of What do you think of 1-2 inch of foam boards before putting on your track as a thermal break. Also I was thinking of rockwool comfort boards bc they would be vapor open. Second what do you think of vapor barrier paint primer instead of the the true vapor barrier ? Also be sure to add plywood blocking where you are going to have cabinets. It will make the wall immensely strong 🙂 . My contractor did that for me as part of the job and it was ridiculous strong the cabinets were.

[@veryhonestlad9861]

I love how he doesnt just cut and paste but shows exactly that nobody and nothing is perfect it just has to be Good enough like the steel being a little short I thought u need to put a screw in the front and back of the wall stud to the one on the floor its the little tips will save u a bunch of headache

[@rickyvaughn2252]

Take a speed square and score a line across the face of the stud or track w/ a utility knife. Then you can snap the metal off instead of cutting it w/ your snips.

[@aldosaucedo8004]

Metal Framer here using vise grips and a pls3 point laser would make things much easier !!!

[@jahnd2]

What electrical receptacle must I use on metal studs? I see the one inthe video, but I can't find a similar one. Thank you.

[@jean-claudeduval]

How do I nail baseboards and trims ? ( 4 1/2 " ) I will be finishing my bassement with steel studs. I purchased a few parts for practice and found it very easy.

[@SeanA88]

Cut plywood in between the studs. You'll have to notch the plywood out a little but I've done it on jobsites.

[@loganwalsh]

I love this channel so much

[@sergiyomelayenko1497]

I see a lot of steel Installations, but how do you remove non structural steel frame with the overhead box for AC ducts attached to it by drywall Thanks