I have a wall that paralells an overhead I-Beam ( in a basement ). How should I stabilize the top plate? I could drill through the I beam bottom but am hesitant to do so as it is a full half inch thick and I worry about weakening it. |
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I doubt you would weaken it with anything you get through the thing. I drilled holes about every 3' for a 16 penny nail and drove the nail through the hole into the top plate and bent the nail over where it came through the top plate. You could also use PL400 adhesive and cut the studs to fit tight. Glue that top plate and jam the studs in and let the glue set.
MERC.
Remington Powder actuated driver. $25 at H.D. #4 shot and 1 3/4 pins. Get yourself some earplugs first. Thats the quick and dirty way.
You can use adhesive and brace it until it sets.
You can drill it and nail or bolt.
The Powder actuated way isn't all bad but if you've never used one before read the directions Cover to cover a few times
I'm with Robert. Either a Remington or some places will rent a Hilti. Safe if used carefully.
Wally
we always shoot ours with a remington , too
kinda awesome seeing that hardened nail go thru that heavy steel flangeMike Smith Rhode Island : Design / Build / Repair / Restore
bubble gum and duct tape.
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