With the risk that this has been brought up before but I can't find anything when I search. And this is at a bit of a beginner level I know :o but I have quite a few questions that I hope to get answered....

I'm going to frame up a bathroom where the walls are currently log walls. I was thinking of framing 60cc (or 30cc) with 21x70 to save some space since the room is narrow to begin with.

1. How should I proceed with the actual work process? I understand it would be easier if I screwed the frames together on the floor and then raised the whole thing, but there isn't really space for that.

2. If I start in a corner with a stud that I level with a level and then use that stud to go to the next or is there a smarter way (I have access to a Bosch PLL 360 laser level)?

3. Is there something smart to use as spacers rather than sawing your own wedges?

4. Should I screw the studs, use nail plugs, or something else?
 
Are you planning to align the wall as well, you mean?
Because if so, isn't 21x70 a bit weak..??
 
The wall should also be aligned. According to a carpenter, it would work with 21x70 or 28x70. But let's say I would use 45x70 to be on the safe side..
 
seven01 said:
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3. Is there anything smart to use as spacers instead of cutting your own wedges?

4. Should I screw the studs, use spike plugs, or something else?
There are plastic wedges. Probably a little easier to use.
http://www.biltema.se/sv/Bygg/Fastelement/Ovrigt/Plastkil-194743/

Screw the studs into the log wall.

But you probably start with a couple of horizontal studs along the floor and ceiling?
 
I'm not really sure about it, but I guess it would be logical to have something to align the boards with both at the top and bottom. How would it be easiest to make sure those studs are straight then, do you think? I'm uncertain about the entire process from start to finish to ensure the walls are straight and nice...
 
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