I7 - Steel Stud & Ceiling finish Flashcards
What is the purpose of the knurled face of steel studs?
it prevent the screws from slipping
What is the standard length of steel stud track (runners)?
10’
What special tool can be used for attaching steel studs to the track?
crimper
What are the standard flange widths of steel studs?
30 mm and 32 mm
What are the bottom plates of a steel stud wall also known as?
runners
What is a non-load bearing exterior steel stud wall called?
Curtain wall
What is the maximum height of a 32X89 non-loadbearing interior partition wall with steel studs spaced 400 mm O.C.?
4.6 m
What is the maximum height of a 32X89 non-loadbearing interior partition wall with steel studs spaced 600 mm O.C.?
3.9 m
What is the maximum stud length of a 30X91 non-loadbearing exterior curtain wall using 0.85 mm thick steel studs spaced 400 mm O.C.?
3.0 m
What is the maximum stud length of a 30X91 non-loadbearing exterior curtain wall using 0.69 mm thick steel studs spaced 600 mm O.C.?
2.4 m
What is the maximum size of opening in a steel stud wall before 3 full length studs are required on each side of the opening?
2.4 m
What is the minimum clearance required between the top of steel studs and the top track in a fire-rated wall in order to compensate for expansion in case of fire?
12 mm
What must be installed in the door header location of fire rated walls?
gypsum board
What is the minimum depth of penetration of drywall screws through steel stud?
10 mm
How often must the runners of an exterior steel stud wall be fastened to the floor?
300 mm
How wide are stiffener channels used for steel stud walls?
19 mm or 38 mm
What is the maximum height of a steel stud wall before stiffener channels should be used?
8’
How is steel stud track typically fastened to concrete floors?
powder actuated fasteners
How much of a gap is typically left at intersections and corners of track to let drywall pass through?
3/4”
What type of backing should be used when wooden door jambs and casings are required to be attached to steel studs?
nested steel studs, wood studs
When is the correct time to install a knocked-down metal door frame in a steel stud wall?
after drywall is installed, starting with the head jamb
What is resilient bar used for in steel stud construction?
reducing sound transmission
What is the maximum allowable extension of a steel stud?
300 mm
All cut ends of steel studs should be placed down in order for all of the pass-through holes to line up.
false
What type of framing is typical for movable partitions?
Steel stud and track
How should the bottom plates of temporary demountable partitions be fastened to ceramic tile floors?
Double sided tape
Which pre-finished wallboard is very common in commercial buildings?
Vinyl board
Typically, how high are cornice height partitions?
7’
Typically, how high are rail height partitions?
43”
What is a partition called that is not mounted solid to the floor and may be completely freestanding?
screen
What is type X drywall is used for?
fire protection
Which type of 1/2” drywall can replace 5/8” drywall for 24” on center ceiling framing?
Controlled density board
What type of suspended ceiling tiles should be used in kitchens?
washable
What are the dimensions of a typical suspended ceiling tile?
600 mm x 1200 m
What are the dimensions of a typical ventilation grille?
600 mm x 600 mm
How is solid wood panelling typically installed to ceilings?
blind nailed
What is the standard length of a main tee in a T-bar ceiling?
12’
How often are main tees supported by the hanger wires?
48”
What is used to attach hanger wires to overhead supports?
eyelet screws
Which of the following is made of heavy gauge steel and can span the farthest?
carrying channel
What is resilient furring used for?
sound proofing
Which wall finish used to be applied in two or three layers and required a supporting system of lath?
Plaster
What are two reasons to use furring strips to attach ceiling finishes?
to level the ceiling and change the support spacing
What is the maximum spacing of furring strips that will support ceiling drywall?
600 mm o.c.
What is the maximum spacing of ceiling supports for regular 1/2” drywall that has a water-based texture finish?
400 mm
What is the minimum length of screw required when screwing 5/8” regular gypsum board for a non-fire rated ceiling?
1-1/4”
What is the maximum spacing of drywall screws in a residential ceiling?
300 mm
A reflected ceiling plan is a view of the ceiling as if you were looking down at it.
true
What is an alternative method used to fasten steel studs and track together, besides crimping?
wafer screws
What is the standard length of a main tee for T-bar ceilings?
12’
How often must the track for a steel stud partition wall be fastened to the floor?
600 mm
What is the standard length of track required for a door header for a 3068 door?
48”
What is the correct order of installation of T-bar ceilings?
wall angle, eyelets, wire, main tees, cross tees
What is the width of the ceiling border tiles for a room that is 12’-8” wide if 12” X 12” ceiling tiles are used?
10”
What is the width of the ceiling border tiles for a room that is 15’-4” wide if 16” X 16” ceiling tiles are used?
12”
What are the size of the corner tiles tile in a room measuring 3440 mm x 4760mm, using 300 mm x 300 mm ceiling tiles?
220 mm x 280 mm
