1 measure down the length of the concrete wall at top bottom and middle.
How to install drywall on concrete walls.
If the drywall is in.
Drive three concrete nails spaced at even intervals through each side of each hat channel.
While you can certainly glue drywall to a concrete block wall there are significant disadvantages with this method of adhering it.
When installing drywall onto any concrete surface including a ceiling you need to install furring strips.
Furring strips are long strips of wood that measure 1 inch thick and usually 2 or 3 inches wide.
Use concrete nails and a concrete nail gun to attach the hat channels to the wall after drawing a plumb line to make sure you ve spaced the hat channels properly for the size of drywall and insulation you re using.
Furring strips allow an air gap between the drywall and concrete to allow air to move and prevent mold.
On a couple installs on the outside of elevator shafts etc we have installed drywall directly on the concrete using construction adhesive and minimal use.
Typically a stud wall is then installed against the concrete but furring strips are quick easy and take up less space.
Drywall is usually attached to wall studs with 2 inch drywall screws using an electric drill with a driver bit installed.
Whether you re finishing an add on to your home or refinishing a basement adding drywall is an essential step.
And usually i was able to at least use strapping 3 4 plywood or furring bar.
I ve on many occasions had to install drywall on a concrete or cinder block wall but never in a basement.
We ll break down every step of the process including how to install drywall around windows and outlets.
Learn how to hang drywall the proper way using basic tools and help from a friend.
One common technique is to cover the block wall with drywall.
Here are some tips to.