DIY Basement Wall Framing (How to Finish a Basement Ep. 2)

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Жыл бұрын

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Lean how to frame basement walls with this DIY Basement wall framing tutorial video. In this video, I show you how "I" framed my basement walls - not necessarily how YOU should frame yours.
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To frame a basement wall, you will want to follow these general steps:
1. Position the bottom plate, top plate, and wall studs in place.
2. Mark the stud spacing (16" on center) on the top and bottom plate.
3. Cut your basement wall studs to length and position them in place between the top and bottom plate.
4. Nail the studs to the top and bottom plate using a framing nailer.
5. Lift the wall into place.
6. Secure the bottom plate to the basement floor using tapcon screws.
7. Secure the top plate to the floor joists above using a framing nailer.
For more information on how to DIY basement wall framing, you can read my "how to frame basement walls" blog article linked here:
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This is Episode 2 in my "How to Finish a Basement" KZfaq Series. In this series, I will show you how to finish a basement (DIY) from start to finish. Below are the previous videos in the series:
Episode 1: How to Install Rigid Foam Insulation
• How to Install Rigid F...
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@busurkind Жыл бұрын

I just got 89k estimate for my 700sqft basement and that’s why I’m here

@GreatRemembrance Жыл бұрын

Haha this comment is the best! Best of luck. That’s why I’m here too 😂

@oksanafedan826 Жыл бұрын

welcome to the club... I at least want to do framing myself..

@mr_fuji_mintsmr_fuji_mints9873 Жыл бұрын

Me too! Literally same size and price! 😂

@416pp Жыл бұрын

Wtf you just need walls.. no rooms and 89k? Bruh.. even in expensive markets in Canada 700 sq ft shouldn’t run you more then 40k

@adelelsayed6711 Жыл бұрын

Me too

@dylansellers9588 11 ай бұрын

Did you mean 1 and 1/2" + 1 and 1/2" = 3"??? Thanks for the video. It gave me the confidence to get started and became even more valuable to re-watch after starting.

@303pearson 4 ай бұрын

Annoying that he hasn’t addressed this as I am trying to figure out measurements as we speak and immediately was like hang on… 1/2” + 1/2” is not 3”🤦‍♂️wtf

@rhettskeel7669 2 ай бұрын

Hopefully, you meant the thickness of 2 2x4s. The easiest way is to lay down two 2x4s on the floor against the basement wall then measure the distance from the top 2x4 to the floor joist. No subtraction needed.

@gavinframent9383 9 ай бұрын

This is what everything needs. The way you present and edit your videos is key to learning. Whether it's nursing or car repair, your formula works. I love watching your videos.

@andrewthron5107 8 ай бұрын

I really appreciate it! I am glad it's helpful!

@myuyguncaable 6 ай бұрын

thank you for your videos I have an unfinished 2500 sf. basement. you gave me to encourage

@cadayx 8 ай бұрын

Framing my basement right now. Thanks for this great video!

@andrewthron5107 8 ай бұрын

Good luck with your project!!

@RADIO-FREE-AMERICA Жыл бұрын

A lot of planning goes in to this, for sure! I could never remember all these instructions! Cheers! Gonna be a cold 🥶 weekend!

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

So much planning! And yea it’s gonna be a cold one for sure. Thanks for watching, Thomas!

@five-forty3431 Жыл бұрын

Great explanation, thank you!

@weekendhomeprojects Жыл бұрын

What are the do's and don'ts of insulating above ground basements? I hear the walls like to breath.

@conniewright8080 Жыл бұрын

The best thing is 'you know how to do it' without hiring someone, which is very expensive & they might not do it right. I helped my husband, after his death I had to hire to complete some of the work. It was a nightmare. They ALL say they can......great job sir.

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

I could not agree with you more, Connie! Appreciate you watching!

@PeterKeefe 6 ай бұрын

Great video series! I'm about to frame out a room in the basement. Wondering: do you wish you had done double bottom or top plates?

@abelmedina-aispuro3716 4 ай бұрын

Great video

@timdaniels2094 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@patricksmith3135 Жыл бұрын

Great video, as usual. I just thought you were 'teaching' us how to frame 1 stud at a time since you already demonstrated how to pre-construct on the ground then lift whole wall. And I thought you brother was not at home that day, ergo easier on your back to lift 1 2x4 at a time that 12 of them. All in all its a great job and great improvement for your home too. Merry Christmas Andrew.

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it, Patrick! Yea, Ryan wasn’t around too much for the basement - but I got his help here and there. Merry Christmas to you too!

@nw4980 7 ай бұрын

Great vid thanks for sharing. Maybe I missed this but are metal studs cost prohibitive or not appropriate for basements or both? Also, plans for underlayment for flooring? Thank you!

@timc2797 Жыл бұрын

Why is there space between the insulation and the 2x4 wall? Do u recommend putting plastic sheeting between concrete block and the insulation? Thank you I advance Tim

@kwb402 2 ай бұрын

We do it because it’s fun.

@evanmcguire9220 9 ай бұрын

Great video! What software was that, that you used to show the California corner?

@markgross3256 Жыл бұрын

Very good series of videos! Very informative.

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it, Mark! Thanks for watching!

@MrZlatanv 4 ай бұрын

Great video! I have a question on how to connect a long wall. I have a 30 foot wall. Do I just build two 12 foot plate walls and a 6 foot? Is there a certain way to connect the 3 separate piece to each other? Like overlapping plates?

@JuanRomero-bf5or 4 ай бұрын

quick question 🧐. If I Wana sheetrock over a cement wall but the wall has 3 different depths. do I insulate with the boarding and then even out the depths before the final sheetrock(I plan on using liquid nails for the project) ; or do I even put the wall first?

@ladyj603 Жыл бұрын

Hi i wanted to know can you finish your basement if you have a French drain also if have exposed plumbing pipes

@billygreen3515 8 ай бұрын

That was awesome im going to subscribe

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

Thanks Billy! Appreciate the support!

@dtesla9086 10 ай бұрын

couple of questions..dont you need small space between studs and wall,,i think i read half inch,,as well do you need vapour barrier under bottom plate

@jayflaggs Жыл бұрын

How would you frame around a protruding cement baseboard?

@donnell9238 Жыл бұрын

Fantasic video bro.

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

I appreciate it!

@doctordutch Жыл бұрын

what are you putting behind the drywall or in front of the framing?

@JimWatsonTheframingMagician 6 ай бұрын

Nail your bottom and top plate in place and then you can take each stud and stand it up in position and mark it in place by scribing it with a pencil using the underside of the top plate as a guide.

@user-fz5pp3ee1u 7 ай бұрын

What is the specs of your air compressor? I'm planning to buy a framing nail gun. Great video and keep it up. Thank you.

@yomantan69allthetime 11 ай бұрын

Would drilling tap cons in the wall cause leakage?

@1tufgt 6 ай бұрын

What tool are you using for the framing diagram?

@vladb4727 10 ай бұрын

what is the difference between green and pressure treated plates? can both be used in contact with the concrete floor? Also, is it necessary to install additional insulation between foam boards and drywall ? is it required? how about vaper barrier ?Thank you !

@justinnelson6169 8 ай бұрын

They're the same thing. It is required, because the treatment keeps the moisture (concrete is porous) from rotting out the wood. Newer homes tend to have a vapor barrier underneath the slab, but it wouldn't be necessary for the treated lumber...however, it would for flooring.

@maximusmaxwell100 3 ай бұрын

Is there a code for nail size on non-load bearing partition walls. Everything I read online says they need to be 3.25 inches length 16d (0.148 inches) diameter but the only framing nails for nail guns in the store are 3.25 inches length and 0.120.inch diameter. Am I missing something?

@mohammadabrahim6517 Жыл бұрын

When installing the frame should the frame be installed to the ground first air to the floor Joyce first? And how will I get it perfect without the frame being messed up. Would I use a shim?

@BrandonLubanski 3 ай бұрын

Bottom firstborn easier, and tapcons or Ramsey fasteners will hold easier...then yes shim the difference and fastener the top

@barriersurf16 10 ай бұрын

Wait, should he have framed the 16OC studs on the ground or no?

@rhdata05 Жыл бұрын

So watching this among other videos here, it seems that the proper way to install studs to basement walls is to hammer/screw them into the ground via piece of pressure treated wood, not into the foundation walls. That is good to know

@jiovannijiuseppe Жыл бұрын

You want green wood only for the 2x4 touching the floor; you should have anything vertical 1/2 inch from the wall because concrete naturally has moisture

@user-fj9qp6zm3b 9 ай бұрын

When you lift the wall into place, are the crowns facing the inside (concrete block) or the outside (drywall side) of the wall?

@AndrewThronImprovements 9 ай бұрын

I had the crows all facing the inside. But I don’t think it matters all that much as long as they are all facing the same way

@infiniti2015 Жыл бұрын

Great work. Does the crown portion face the interior of the room or the cement wall side once you lift it into place?

@davidc9135 Жыл бұрын

It’s personal preference. It’s not so important which way the stud crowns, It’s more important that you stay consistent with your choice. Either way you go about it you’ll either have some planing to do or shimming on the extremely bowed studs. If you don’t own a power planer or don’t intend on buying one then you have your answer. Side note: if you are building your walls on the ground and lifting them in place it’s easier to attach the members when studs are facing crown up

@infiniti2015 3 күн бұрын

@@davidc9135That makes a lot of sense. Thank you for the well thought out response. Much appreciated.

@deeshad Жыл бұрын

I used the same adhesive and supported with 2x4 but it doesn’t stick

@samrala777 Жыл бұрын

Is there a different way of framing for people living in colder states and/or Canada? Due to the potential of shrinking and expanding? Thanks!

@cameron6740 Жыл бұрын

Vapor barriers may be different as well.

@lewis6699518222 10 ай бұрын

Yes, use a one inch expansion gap between bottom plate and pressure treated plate on floor. Nail thru to allow for any potential heaving of the floor as it doesn’t run thru into your joists.

@Floidberg Жыл бұрын

Very insightful! What software is that you were using to show the California corners?

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Sketchup free version!

@brianbirdsall2167 Жыл бұрын

did you put your framing right up against rigid board nor space it slightly away? I am currently finishing my basement and and coming up on the foam board and framing portion shortly.

@csimet Жыл бұрын

I left about 1-2" gap... mostly since the concrete walls are rarely poured straight. Not only does it leave a small air gap, but you can build the walls straight. My walls were out about 1" both top to bottom and side to side (along the 24 feet). I'd recommend using treated 2x4s anywhere they contact the concrete directly (especially the bottom plate).

@Cccc-ky4vq Жыл бұрын

I’ve always heard to use metal studs for framing in the basement whats everyone’s opinion

@jamesschroeder6407 4 ай бұрын

Really informative video, nice job! What modeling software are you using for the framing?

@AndrewThronImprovements 4 ай бұрын

Thanks! It’s Sketchup - free version

@davevickers4592 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! How many Tapcons are needed for bottom plate to stay in place?

@77Avadon77 Жыл бұрын

you should use concrete anchors not tapcon screws

@trp2413 7 ай бұрын

Very few I did every other stud bay so about 32” I also used a powder a hated load gun, they are cheap

@bikramsingh2014 10 ай бұрын

Very informative. What nail gun and nail size you use for framing projects?

@derekgusoff6768 7 ай бұрын

I tried the dewalt t1000 with 3" fasteners. It wasn't powerful enough.

@steverogers2603 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video. My only suggestion would be to slow it down a bit.

@adamstone635 3 ай бұрын

What if you already have drywall on your ceiling? Can I just put the top plate to that? I guess that wouldnt even matter huh? Thanks.

@authenticwater6077 2 ай бұрын

Could you share the links to all the products that you used?

@michaelo691 11 ай бұрын

How long of a pre-frame is too long? In other words, is there a maximum length of wall I should be preframing?

@justinnelson6169 8 ай бұрын

As long as it's solid and anchored at the top and bottom, it shouldn't matter. But, if you have long spans between anchoring points (Seriously, nails are cheap. And, drops in the bucket compared to even just the insulation or flooring) that could potentially cause issues.

@dawnwinter4471 9 күн бұрын

How do I get Armstrong to sponsor my drop sealing

@rhemamachaira8763 8 ай бұрын

Make two cheater boards for 16" on center measurements. I have ductwork where I can't prefab walls

@patty109109 5 ай бұрын

Sometimes building walls on the floor is a pain getting them into position depending on what’s going on above… also if you make it too tall you gotta redo it. I think I’ve done that.

@daemoncan2364 Жыл бұрын

Is 1" of XPS considered enough insulation / vapor barrier in your locale?

@JohnnyUtah9173 3 ай бұрын

Yes, In the colder climates, R5 continuous + R15 cavity meets code.

@mikebursic2755 Жыл бұрын

Should basement walls not be floating walls?

@user-yz2iw5tq6j 7 ай бұрын

I just got to the framing part, aren't basement walls suppose to be floating?

@drterazkl3633 Жыл бұрын

Got a 90k quote how can I cut this cost down ???

@derekgusoff6768 7 ай бұрын

I bought the powder actuated nail shooter thingy. It isn't working. The nails don't go into the concrete.

@BigSkyJason Жыл бұрын

1:03 I think you mean 1-1/2", not 1/2".

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Correct, my bad!

@aeneascarter5509 Жыл бұрын

how much do you think it would cost me to finish my own basement , mine is about 750 sq ft

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

I spent around 10k on materials to finish my 800 SF basement. Good luck 🍀

@RR-vf2bd Жыл бұрын

Interesting review! Can you give pricing for items.

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Hi! Check out the video description - most of the tools and materials should be linked there!

@snackbardipper 6 ай бұрын

I’m stuck @1:05, 1/2” + 1/2” = 3 inches part ?

@EliVeach 4 ай бұрын

he meant to say 1 1/2 + 1 1/2. 1 1/2 being the thickness of a 2x4

@r.j.andmegp2073 Жыл бұрын

What software do you use to plan out the project?

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Sketchup! I just use the free version

@cwcadventures9987 Жыл бұрын

What does crown up mean?

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

crown is the "natural curvature of the board when looking down the boards shortest edge". Hope that helps

@dabig_guy2204 7 ай бұрын

Basement framing

@tabletappedgameplays7475 8 ай бұрын

Somebody really beat you down about the framing, didn't they? You mentioned it in every minute of the video. Lol. Maybe it was you beating yourself up. Either way, this video is very helpful. Thanks!

@markk5295 Жыл бұрын

How far apart should tap con screws be in the bottom plate. I’ve heard every 3 to 4 feet.

@bhadz100 Жыл бұрын

How long were the tap cons used for the bottom plate

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

I believe 3"

@KSCPMark6742 19 күн бұрын

It never made any sense to me to hang the drywall horizontally in a situation like this. If you hang them vertically you have zero butt joints.

@owodeone 20 күн бұрын

I got £5k estimate for my 86 sqft. Thats why I am here also

@jackryder6732 11 ай бұрын

I have a few questions. Can I ask. As few videos dont even respond

@tireswing 10 ай бұрын

Powder actuator drill gun from the wire would have done the job well.

@AndrewThronImprovements 10 ай бұрын

Totally agree - I noted that in the vid, but I did not have a Ramset nailer at the time of filming.

@jiovannijiuseppe Жыл бұрын

Isn’t stick framing the best way to do this? Should really be the only way; Reason I say this is because your foundation is going to naturally dip in some places same with the beams you’ll attach a horizontal frame on top to the basement ceiling Because of this each stud is going to be completely different in size, so while it is super tedious, it’s probably the best way to go about it correct?

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

That was my logic - but it did take a lot longer… thanks for watching!

@JonathonRodger 11 күн бұрын

You didn’t leave an air gap and therefor you’ll have frost and moisture build up on the insulation and surface mold behind your walls. When building off concrete walls you need 6.5” to surface of drywall with a 2x3 framed to give you enough space behind the wall to have what I call mixing air where your hot air that’s escaping the house will hit the wall where the cold air is penetrating the concrete wall from the outside in and with no mixing air space you will cause too much temperature difference in one specific area and thus moisture build up and surface mold. Rest of the video seems fine. Your walls could also start frosting on the inside of the drywall too if you have a newer home and is really air tight…

@mikeevans6589 Жыл бұрын

I read that insulating your inside foundation isn’t good as it keeps the warmth of the home from warming up your foundation where your foundation and soil outside of it can expose the foundation to Adfreezing and possible foundation damage?

@hamamunashe Ай бұрын

Am here coz they want $9k for a 12 X 12 feet room

@albertosantana5506 5 сағат бұрын

I’m here because they wanted 40k

@izznice6969 20 күн бұрын

I would recommend not using tape to seal foam. From experience, tape will come undone over time. Leave a small gap and spray foam.

@stephaniebachman397 3 ай бұрын

Does he mean 1 1/2 and 1 1/2????

@AndrewThronImprovements 3 ай бұрын

Yes!

@lyteyearz5810 Жыл бұрын

Reply so I can remember to watch this bro! Found you on Instagram. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Got you bro! Thanks for checking out the channel 👍

@RealtorDanielMedina Жыл бұрын

1/2+1/2=1 and not 3. So idk if I could trust this

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Haha 1.5” + 1.5” = 3 might have been talking faster than I thought

@JasonEllingsworth 7 ай бұрын

im a kid i work with my dad downstaris

@butterbabe21 10 ай бұрын

Last time I checked half and half made one whole

@harmssam Жыл бұрын

@1:04 'cause math!

@lewis6699518222 10 ай бұрын

Be aware, xps is only moisture resistant, most rigid board can only be technically considered a vapour barrier at certain thickness’ depending on jurisdiction. Without water proofing on the outside wall (which I’m sure this guy has as it’s cinder block wall), the cost of xps as a vapour barrier in cold climates as in Canada is extreme, may as well use 2” eps and poly in behind framing, would be a fraction of the price for better r value.