How to Frame a Wall

This is the same method we use to teach and show our crew how to frame interior walls. Please let us know if you have any questions!
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[@absolutecharles]

I've never had a closet that I have to access through the window, but it sounds like an adventure.

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Ha. It was meant to be a demo. We did another video where we built the opening

[@Brian-gx7yx]

Steel studs you drywall the soft side first, there is a bottom and a top to the stud , the knock outs are for stiffening channel to fit, so you know which is the bottom, always cut the tops of studs for length so stiffening channel can be set at 4 foot height

[@MixMeMcGee]

This is hella well done. Thanks y’all. I’ll be going through the whole channel 👌🏼🤓

[@21ryanpatrick]

Omg!!! If u do that Ur gun be the BEST Carpenter in the world 🌎 💯 I mean seriously... 🤘

[@judithjohnson4497]

One important element that I teach my students is to wear safety glasses at all times. I worked a commercial site was never allowed to work without safety glasses.

[@Kodzilla01]

Awesome stuff, work made simple

[@miguelnunez3376]

Great video bro. Can you please make more detailed step by step videos. I’ve looked for a channel like this and your like the first guy I’ve seen that’s good for beginners to watch. Thank you for thinking about the beginners.

[@mcgerry5532]

Great video 10/10. Thank you!!

[@HelenAMyers]

Thanks for your True comment. What a great trade to bestow. I grew up with a construction family. My grandfather use to tell his kids the same thing. They didn’t listen. But I did. Construction, building with your hands. Getting your hands dirty is one of my favorite outlets.

[@eliot1654]

Nice Work!

[@odettemcfarlane296]

Hi, I really love and enjoy your video. Thanks for all the information, I did learn quite a bit.

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Happy to hear that!

[@easypainterslondon]

Really good job cool video

[@feliperestrepoduque9443]

Fantastic video. Good luck

[@Shitgoesdown345]

Great detailed video we need more

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Thank you! Working on it!

[@markcarloseno6842]

It helps me a lot.

[@garvinboloking45]

Tnank you for your video. Never use dry wall before... Well to be honest, never make a partition before and as a navice i use ur video and done a superb job. 🤝🤝🤝👍

[@bronsonbowers890]

Something to mention in your video. The knock outs in the studs are made to run one way not either way. If they are ran upside down then it’s not right if you have to put cold rolled channel in your walls. Besides that great video.

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Understood. Yea we had that on the bearing walls. This was just a closet. But I get your point👍

[@jeremygriffith5279]

Wow bud great video

[@c9f2p1r2]

Really nice video. Keep up with these instructional vids. Thank you.

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Thank you!

[@jay_mg2060]

Very informative , great breakdown of steel framing. Thank you. Random comment/ question but what boots are you wearing in this video?

[@danrr7590]

I'm ready for the metal framing now, thank you very much for this video

[@jameskelly2777]

Well done

[@mahmoudmizyed5980]

Good and very explanatory, do you have a video on how to join the studs if it’s more than 8 foot thanks

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

You would have to buy longer studs

[@piotrwerniewicz7792]

See if u install them around the stove , how do u / if u have2 make sure u allowed a movement for the metal expounding? How would I go about that ?

[@mohamedyossef8146]

excellent. plz do a video about stud ceiling

[@raulalonso21]

Great video, what gauge was the steel you used for the video?

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

I believe it was 20ga

[@chrisrosenthal1210]

Might wanna tell your guys to ease up on the safety meetings first thing in the morning... Looks like they forgot to lay the door out for you lol

[@patrickkane7207]

ya, your right, hard job now.

[@marvinmejia9156]

Is a hidden room. Accessed by the a.c vent

[@HelenAMyers]

Steel framing. Less punch holes, etc. No splitting wood. Less imperfect cuts. Insurance coverage less costly. Bring United States of America back strong. Let’s get this economy back. Let’s get tradesmen trained with great trade skills that can last a life time.

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

The tradesmen is the biggest part of that equation. We have to make sure to get the younger generations on board to get their hands dirty in construction.

[@OffTheClockNow]

Thank you. Is 16 on center measured on the crease between the soft side and hard side, or is it center on only the hard side itself?

[@arthurarellano7448]

Yes right in the middle..when your framing with 16.gage studs there will be no crease so make sure your middle is the middle of the stud and when working with a partner make sure you're on the same page...long time carpenter local 1506 Los Angeles

[@oscarduran9954]

I see you wearing thorogoods, great boots, cool video as well

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

They’re my new favorites! Before that I wore work n sports(similar style). Thank you

[@nesbitttom]

Bronson Bowers is correct there is a top and bottom to a stud , the 3/4' slot is on the bottom ,ALWAYS. usually followed by another punched hole. So top down 1-1/2'" then 3/4" and punched hole. if a stud needs trimmed cut off the top of the stud. The punched hole is usually used to tiewire things down like conduit, MK cables CRC channel or what ever is running through the wall.

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Those punched holes CAN be used for conduit/wire etc BUT it is there for black iron when structural engineers call for it. No clue who you’re talking about. The holes are a structural component.

[@kenmorelivnz5244]

craftman quality!

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Thank you!

[@Mp62148]

Can this metal stud hold 40 kg radiator?

[@Blackcreekstudios]

I have a foyer that is 22’ tall but I can’t find a layout for framing tall walls with steel.

[@Seabrat]

Can you go over how to use a laser, on the ground and off ..What kind to buy , etc.?

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Dewalt, pls, hilti all make good lasers

[@jstorres486]

Is it the same way to make a ceiling with metal studs? Is there different supports needed? Thank u

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

We use something called 650 grid. Check out the latest video on our channel, it’s a 650 grid install.

[@kirk326]

Thanks

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

You’re welcome👍

[@TheTopfu]

Good training video just one question do not you think is better to screw the top first

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Depends on if it’s a 32ft wall or an 8ft wall like in the video.

[@hmtrimworks7148]

Normally always top first… It’s just common sense

[@jorgenorman8715]

I HAVE METAL STUDS AND I WANT TO WOOD BLOCK THEM TO HANG A TANKLESS WATER HEATER WHAT WOOD AND SCREWS DO YOU RECOMMEND TO ATTACH TO THE METAL STUDS AND THEN DRYWALL OVER THAT.

[@trentcornum7578]

What Dewalt nailer do you have? I have several but can’t find a concrete one??

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

I think this is the model: Dewalt DCN890P2 20V Cordless Concrete Nailer

[@gerrylormr8299]

Why would you start your 16” measurements from one end, but based on your explanation you apply the rock to the studs from the other side?

[@luisramirez4420]

👍 you're cool bro

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

😎

[@jasonbuckley2523]

How would you screw the back of the stud if you can only access one side of the stud for example if u are building against a wall in a house

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Then you would put a screw in the corners on each side from bottom to top of the stud. Happens all the time

[@jasonbuckley2523]

Could you show me a picture of this method

[@hmtrimworks7148]

You only need to screw one side of the stud to the track… The other side does not have to be screwed, sheetrock will hold it

[@MarPF]

Where do you get the metal bracing (horizontal pieces of metal) you have used on the walls with insulation? What is it called? I can't find it at Home Depot

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Flat stock is what I call it. We get it from our local supplier. I don’t think Home Depot would have it.

[@MarPF]

@@mitchellacoustical3119 Thanks for the reply.

[@adventurouspeach9043]

question..When measuring and cuts metal studs which do you prefer..Pencil or Sharpe pen?

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Sharpie, without question

[@adventurouspeach9043]

@@mitchellacoustical3119 COOL..good looking out👊

[@aisclear]

What kind of tool did you use for the concrete pins?

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

A hilti powder actuated fastener

[@nandoit9173]

Can I fo this in my living room to put up folding doors

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Yea that would be an issue

[@renelevario5831]

Where do I find material

[@nivedithabalasubramaniam8219]

What do you do if the metal stud is not tall enough , could you combine two studs?

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Get a new stud that is long enough, that’s your best bet.

[@vedved1550]

Hi...sir.. Have you ever use alucobone sheet to make wall..

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

I’ve never heard of that.

[@HelenHawk33]

YES....Always THINK 🤔 of the next step for the other trades so we can all work together 💯🙌 That is the way it use to be, & it makes it a better day for all, I'm just saying let's all work together 💯💯🙌🙌

[@donaldfennell971]

What type of screw heads & drive?

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

You can use pan heads, or just regular mini screws. I think they have a number 2 Phillips head.

[@rolandezee]

You set a lazer angle to a steel line. Now you make a mark on drywall. You out aredy. Set a lazer on the layout and start with a top track. Is way easier

[@jonathansamuda9461]

Where did you buy those shirts?

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

I think they’re company shirts

[@kendrickf-d6695]

Where is your apprentership located?

[@meandyou917]

Or how to frame outer office walls/ perimeter wall which meets office side walls.

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Is there a question I can help with?

[@marcolopez4699]

A DOOR WOULD BE NICE !

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

We made quite a few door videos.

[@carll1tosm]

where do you teach?

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

We just put up videos from time to time. This is at one of our assisted living projects.

[@godblessamericamyhomesweet1094]

Don't you need a barrier between the concrete and metal frame?

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

I haven’t heard of this. My guess is if we’d did I’d be on the prints. We’re in Illinois.

[@morrisschwarts4826]

There's no door opening. How do you get in that room?

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

It was for instructional purposes. We later framed a door

[@ezophoto3296]

Where is the door of this partition?

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

I was using the closet as an example. We put a door in later

[@BeastPoint1]

Where’s the door to that room though?

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

It was just demonstrational, we ended up putting a door in that wall in another video

[@meandyou917]

So, 16" on center when does the 24" on center come in?

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Whenever you want. For us, it’s specified on prints

[@davidwiseley2551]

Inside of stud faces the layout

[@shaneash1598]

Top track should be slip track for deflection.!!

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

If the engineer calls for it. They didn’t so it’s not needed.

[@phoenix11861]

What is the metal stip going across the wall called (cross stud stabilizer)

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

We’ll could have been a few things, the black iron would have been part of that along with the diagonal flat stock. But the other would have been flat stock for hand rails as well.

[@phoenix11861]

@@mitchellacoustical3119 diagonal flat stock is most likely it. Where can I find it?

[@josh3542]

Why wouldn’t you just put your Dewalt laser on top of your bottom track to plumb up? You turning your laser to one point then to the other is the definitely an odd way about doing things. Or if you don’t have your bottom track down first. Put your laser on that line and transfer up the marks above.

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Just a video helping some frame a wall. You from exp there are plenty of ways, plus it was a tight spot to try and film in

[@jackhuffman9313]

where’s the door to this little room with a window ?

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

We were just using this to frame a wall. We then made another video with the HM door frame

[@SURFERRRR2]

I need a steel framing in Colorado telluride if you know of anyone who needs work. Reach out to me. Thank you

[@marceloledesma336]

No door????

[@reed1541]

I watched several times but did not fully understand when to start the drywall soft side or hard side I just didn't really get what he was talking about

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

The stud is shaped like a C. Hard side would be the closed side. Soft side would be the open side.

[@wastedShaman]

Yes user, you are right, soft side first. Use reinforcing bar. Even if the soft side moves away, at least the next sheet can close that gap, which you can't do if you board the hard side first. Also, it's faster to put your laser on the line and screw top track first.

[@KumaDormilon]

Time to spend 30 minutes cutting the door out on that track.

[@Hockeykid1515]

You didn’t explain the reasoning behind why your marking certain measurements .

[@davidwiseley2551]

Also you should screw your slap stud.electicians notorious for short sticking you at stud corner

[@wlhuyler]

Saw a European video where they didn't screw the middle studs to the channel, is that a European thing. It would save a lot of time.

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Most inspectors require we screw every stud

[@DavidGarcia-nw3xu]

Just use a level. Save your back from having to adjust the Lazer every time you need to attach the stud and track

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

Nobody in commercial is using a level. You plumb the first and then go.

[@shaneash1598]

if your any good with math no need for the price of drywall 😁

[@emanuelcastellanos8280]

jajajaja is funy not door

[@rolandezee]

And you using 25GA stud 😂 no way you cut a 20 GA that easy

[@mitchellacoustical3119]

20ga is easy to cut

[@lemon188]

@@mitchellacoustical3119 no is not 20ga you use 25ga 20g is not that easy to cut and bend