Metal Z Furring Strips

Metal furring strips or hat channels come in a variety of sizes and are preferred for their increased durability and resistance to water and fire.

Metal z furring strips. Hat channel furring strips are the most common kind of metal furring strips and are mainly used in the real estate industry due to its heat resistance qualities. Furring channel for walls and ceilings economical hat shaped framing component used to furr out ceilings and masonry walls. 1 1 4 wide flange for easy screw attachment. Other lengths available hemmed leg furring channel as shown.

The type of fastener and spacing will vary based on application. The two main types of furring strips are made of wood and metal. Gypsum wallboard may be installed parallel or perpendicular to the z furring. These items are always custom fabricated therefore can be custom made to any profile angle size and many different materials.

Z furring channel is a type of flashing metal used to accommodate rigid insulation materials and provides for the attachment of plaster veneer and gypsum wallboard. Z furring must be installed vertically with the 3 4 flange against the substrate. More selection for any project need. Wood furring strips are simpler and typically measure 50mm in length.

Easily install drywall to masonry or concrete walls using z furring channel in between boards. Provides noncombustible furring for interior and exterior walls use to level uneven surfaces available in 7 8 and 1 1 2 depths in 25 20 18 and 16 gauge standard lengths are 10 and 12. Metal lath should be installed perpendicular to the z furring.