Nail plug or other for ceiling battens

[evoline]

Hi,
Wondering what is usually used to set up 45x70 studs in a concrete ceiling??

Was told to use Brunplugg 40x8 mm and then screw it with something I haven't got an answer for yet

But then found other info about spikplugg, what dimension should it be??

Grateful for tips and advice

 

[evoline]

Someone??

 

[LenaBenny]

You can use spikplugg! They must be at least 110 mm long, thickness doesn't matter. I work as a carpenter so I don't know what it costs (free at work, you know!) but it's much easier to install.

 

[evoline]

At least 11cm long!!

4.5cm is the rule, and then 6.5cm should go into the ceiling, isn't that a bit too long??? Isn't 6x80 or 8x100mm that can be found at Clas Ohlson and Byggmax enough???

Thanks

 

[Tjippen]

What do you need the rule for? If you are going to build, for example, an inner wall that presses against the floor, you probably don't need very long ones, but perhaps several short ones..
Just keep in mind that there might be sewer pipes and other nice things nearby, worth checking!!

 

[evoline]

I will have studs to be able to lower the ceiling with plasterboard later.
I’m going to install spotlights in the home.

Thank you

 

[kimpo]

8x80 or 8x100 nail plugs will be fine! Just make sure they "pull" in properly.

 

[evoline]

8x80 or 8x100 nail plug will work well! Just make sure they "grab" properly.

With what thickness should I drill?
8mm means 8mm or should I use a slightly smaller drill??

Thanks

 

[kimpo]

8mm drill, but you need to have a hammer drill if you are going to drill into concrete

 

[Mats]

yes or better yet a rotary hammer. It's also possible to rent one cheaply if you don't want to acquire one and yes a rotary hammer works so much better that it's worth it