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  1. 01-26-2013, 07:01 AM #1
    kenneth b
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    Default building code for installing steel stud track to bottom side of roof decking

    any codes that say what steel stud track to use on underside of wooden plank roof decking when installing interior non load bearing walls
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  2. 01-26-2013, 07:26 AM #2
    James Eggert
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    Default Re: building code for installing steel stud track to bottom side of roof decking

    none that I've ever come across for non-load bearing partitions
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  3. 01-26-2013, 11:09 AM #3
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    Default Re: building code for installing steel stud track to bottom side of roof decking

    Edit; I changed my mind
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  4. 02-02-2013, 06:52 PM #4
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    Default Re: building code for installing steel stud track to bottom side of roof decking

    Yes, there are codes that do specify that. It will depend on what city you are in. It depends on the usage of the room and the draft and fire requirements of the wall.
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