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Re: Basement Remodel Dilemma

Bob (but not THAT Bob)

2006-04-04, 4:21 pm

troubled@aol.com wrote:
>
> Attached is a photo of my dilemma.
> I need to frame out the wall and box in the duct work.
> Problem is , how do I attach a header for the stud wall since I cannot get
> to the floor studs because of the drain pipe.
> Also I need the stud wall and the frame for the duct to come together so as
> to leave a neat corner for the dry wall.
> I had planned on using 2X2's and 1/2 inch osb to frame in the ducts.
> Can anyone advise, I would appreciate it.
>
> [Image]

Forget the osb and the 2x2s - use metal studs and runners faced with
drywall.

Attach a runner to the concrete wall as in this diagram:

http://www.usg.com/resources/handbo...s/20672_548.gif

For more info, go to:

http://usg.com/ViewProdSelectorAction.do?searchBy=type

and search for "soffit".

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