Is reinforcement of the metal stud needed in this case?

[JoachimF]

Thank you in advance to those who take the time.

I am currently framing for insulation + drywall on an existing wall where there is already an embedded door frame with a door that will remain. I am using 70 mm metal studs and have understood that you should reinforce at the door opening with wood, or alternatively use a reinforcement stud. My question is whether it is really necessary, since I will not be attaching any door frame to the new wall?

Best regards,

Joachim

 

[tergo]

Thanks in advance to those who take the time.

I am in the process of framing for insulation + gypsum on an existing wall where there is already a built-in/recessed door frame with a door that will remain. I am using 70 mm metal studs and have understood that one should reinforce at the doorway with wood, or alternatively use a reinforcement stud. My question is whether it is really necessary, as I will not be attaching any door frame to the new wall?

Best regards,

Joachim

only if you are going to attach a door frame

 

[JoachimF]

Great, thanks!