Clear the holes of all debris using compressed air a shop vac or wire brush.
How to install furring strips on concrete walls.
Use a masonry drill and.
We installed our side pieces first then the top and bottom pieces.
Always continually check for level as you go.
Adjust as needed before securing.
Tapcon concrete screw installation.
Insert the sleeve fasteners into the holes and make sure they are secure and positioned correctly.
Step 1 preparation.
A masonry hammer set anchor is made of metal.
Determine not only the number.
Using old work boxes eliminates the need for access to the furring strips because they are held in place by mounting wings that swing out and draw up against the back of the wall finish.
Next fill in with your vertical furring strips again we placed one every foot 12 inches.
Attach the first furring strip or strips to the concrete by pressing them firmly against the wall and allowing the glue to dry for a minute before letting go.
Hold a furring strip against the wall about 1 4 inch away from the ceiling.
Mark the wall for vertical furring strips installed 16 inch on center.
Step 3 install a 2x4 bottom plate.
Measure your concrete wall to determine the number of furring strips or studs you ll need.
Carefully position the furring strips or 2x4s in the exact desired position.
How to install a furring strip to cement wall.
Step 2 mark your wall for furring strip locations.
Step 4 attach.
Use your ram set to install furring strips to the concrete wall.
Determine spacing and location of furring strips.
Tighten all the nuts to ensure the stud is secure.
Using the level plumb down the wall and draw a line for reference.
Striking it with a hammer forces it into the cinder block and the anchor will then expand creating a tight strong fit.
Check for level holding the level underneath the bottom edge.
Place a masonry hammer set anchor over the pilot hole and strike with a hammer to drive the anchor through the furring strip into the cinder block.
When placing the furring strip align it horizontally so that it stretches across the wall.
Prior to installing your plywood pre cut holes in your plywood for your.