A sheet metal is not always a good choice.
These are treated with some sort of oil that can collect dust and dirt, which in turn can mold. Additionally, it can start to rust with moisture exposure. But of course... less risk than with wood, naturally.
These are treated with some sort of oil that can collect dust and dirt, which in turn can mold. Additionally, it can start to rust with moisture exposure. But of course... less risk than with wood, naturally.
SHEET METAL RULES
Thanks for the support Nr 1000!
I always get so irritated when the rules for wooden construction are applied in a brick building and vice versa. It's asking for trouble, in my opinion. Moisture barriers here and there, and hoping they hold tight in the transitions between the two so different building materials. You do it in places where no other solution is possible, but ideally, it should be avoided, and that was what I wanted to point out with my post. Many think differently, and I was just glad that someone agrees with me. No one talks about the failed combinations that have to be torn down afterward or accept that drywall becomes soft at the edges and the wallpaper is loose and stained. Basements have their own life and climate, and this should be taken into consideration to the greatest extent. Old houses do not have a moisture barrier underneath to protect against ground moisture in the floors and walls. Think how complicated it is to get a functioning drywall room in a room with stone/brick walls. Everything depends on the moisture protection and ventilation in between working perfectly. It's easy to build yourself into a problem if there is a small error in the execution. Is it worth the risk? Everyone must assess it for themselves, but you should be aware of that risk before you start.
gaia
I always get so irritated when the rules for wooden construction are applied in a brick building and vice versa. It's asking for trouble, in my opinion. Moisture barriers here and there, and hoping they hold tight in the transitions between the two so different building materials. You do it in places where no other solution is possible, but ideally, it should be avoided, and that was what I wanted to point out with my post. Many think differently, and I was just glad that someone agrees with me. No one talks about the failed combinations that have to be torn down afterward or accept that drywall becomes soft at the edges and the wallpaper is loose and stained. Basements have their own life and climate, and this should be taken into consideration to the greatest extent. Old houses do not have a moisture barrier underneath to protect against ground moisture in the floors and walls. Think how complicated it is to get a functioning drywall room in a room with stone/brick walls. Everything depends on the moisture protection and ventilation in between working perfectly. It's easy to build yourself into a problem if there is a small error in the execution. Is it worth the risk? Everyone must assess it for themselves, but you should be aware of that risk before you start.
gaia
I might need to clarify: All the partition walls in the basement are made of masonry. The basement is made of leca, with both the inside and outside plastered. No waterproof layers or anything like that, precisely because of moisture migration, but...
This wall goes out perpendicular from the wall, 1m wide ends in nothing and has only one function, to divide and support a switch. I'm definitely not skilled enough to build a masonry wall, but I can probably manage a wall with studs and water-resistant drywall.
This wall goes out perpendicular from the wall, 1m wide ends in nothing and has only one function, to divide and support a switch. I'm definitely not skilled enough to build a masonry wall, but I can probably manage a wall with studs and water-resistant drywall.
I do indeed believe that it's perfectly possible to build with studs and drywall, but don't dismiss masonry because you think it's difficult. I would even argue that it might be slightly easier to do masonry. Or at least just as difficult.
So if you think you can build a light wall, you can also build a masonry wall. I've done both without seriously injuring myself, the house, the family, or the surroundings.
So if you think you can build a light wall, you can also build a masonry wall. I've done both without seriously injuring myself, the house, the family, or the surroundings.