Rod x-braces & metal studs
Rod x-braces & metal studs
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Generally the rod x-braces are in place before the metal studs for the wall are in place. So the studs get cut in order to get them in place. What are other engineers doing to repair the studs that get cut? I have a couple of details that I use, but want to see if there is a better way out there.






RE: Rod x-braces & metal studs
DaveAtkins
RE: Rod x-braces & metal studs
RE: Rod x-braces & metal studs
I will use tubes if the loads are high enough. The contractor's are the ones to complain about the use of tubes vs. rod.
Any problems with drywall cracking that is attached to studs that are attached to the tubes?
RE: Rod x-braces & metal studs
RE: Rod x-braces & metal studs
RE: Rod x-braces & metal studs
Are you talking about axial shortening or lengthening of the tube being a concern?
RE: Rod x-braces & metal studs