I am in the final phase in the kitchen and now it's time to cover the exhaust pipe from the fan.
Now I need your help and tips!
My idea is to build a framework of metal studs and cover it with gypsum. On the short side, I will mount an inspection hatch.
However, I have never worked with metal studs so I have no idea what tracks and studs I should use.
What do you experts say?
John
I haven't done much with metal studs, but I've built a couple of boxes in a similar style to what you want. I've used regular angle profiles. It can be a bit tricky to get the screws to drill into the metal. The easiest way is actually to pre-drill with 1.5 - 2.5 mm straight through the gypsum and metal.
But you must fireproof the pipe, especially against the combustible ceiling.
But you must fireproof the pipe, especially against the combustible ceiling.