Europrofil probably doesn't sell directly to customers, but there was at least a lot to read on their site....
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It may have been discussed elsewhere in the forum. But I wonder: What is the advantage of steel studs?
Steel studs are very good. Faster installation, slightly better sound reduction (than wood). You can indeed advantageously use sheet metal in the floor/ceiling with wood studs as well. You avoid nailing, which is good if you don't have a nail gun. Steel studs usually require double drywall to achieve sufficient stability, but double drywall should be used on most walls that require any form of sound reduction.
However, I argue contrary to immobil that the basement aspect should be something to consider is minimal. As long as you don't add insulation inside the basement, organic material is harmless!
However, I argue contrary to immobil that the basement aspect should be something to consider is minimal. As long as you don't add insulation inside the basement, organic material is harmless!
As long as you don't insulate, it's okay, provided that it's sealed from the outside, etc. What I want to say is that if you don't insulate, you don't move the dew point, plus gypsum is very vapor-permeable. Moisture migration does occur alternately in a basement, but since the most vapor-tight layer is lightweight concrete or concrete, there's no danger in using wood.
However, if you insulate, you should probably be cautious with organic material. Since you are moving the insulation layer, etc. I am strongly opposed to adding insulation from the inside as it goes against all logical principles. But if you decide to do this, I strongly advise calculating where the dew point will be in the structure.
There are divided opinions on this, but personally, this is the most logical; however, one should never say never. Every construction is unique and requires an assessment of existing conditions. But I dare say that what I've stated is true in many cases...
However, if you insulate, you should probably be cautious with organic material. Since you are moving the insulation layer, etc. I am strongly opposed to adding insulation from the inside as it goes against all logical principles. But if you decide to do this, I strongly advise calculating where the dew point will be in the structure.
There are divided opinions on this, but personally, this is the most logical; however, one should never say never. Every construction is unique and requires an assessment of existing conditions. But I dare say that what I've stated is true in many cases...
No sensible person would place wood directly against the concrete (although, of course... there are plenty of foolish people out there). However, I see no problem with wooden studs in a basement as long as the construction can breathe, and there is plastic between the studs and the concrete.
Personally, I don't like steel studs. I think wood is easier to work with, and feels much more stable. But it might be a matter of habit...
Personally, I don't like steel studs. I think wood is easier to work with, and feels much more stable. But it might be a matter of habit...
Yes, you can do that.Robban said:
I don't know if anyone here considers concrete to be a "dense" material, but if so, it's time for a bit of information. Since concrete itself contains water, it can also transport water through it. Thus, concrete is NOT "waterproof." If it were, we wouldn't have problems with moisture coming through floors and walls in basements.
I have used pallet spacers that I bought at Beijer.
They are plastic blocks about 4x8 cm, available in different thicknesses of 1, 5, and 10 mm.
I have also tried using steel studs, like a secondary profile. I will probably use that next time.
And just to be clear, no wooden studs against concrete in a basement.
-- ArneL
They are plastic blocks about 4x8 cm, available in different thicknesses of 1, 5, and 10 mm.
I have also tried using steel studs, like a secondary profile. I will probably use that next time.
And just to be clear, no wooden studs against concrete in a basement.
-- ArneL