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Metal Stud Wall Backing Plates for Fixtures and Accessories

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Walls Doors Windows Millwork / Casework Connections / Plates

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Type 1 uses a six-inch by twenty-five gauge steel stud section notched and fastened flush to studs with two 8-18 wafer head self-drilling screws per stud, spanning a minimum of three studs spaced sixteen inches on center to support base cabinets, wall hung cabinets, shelves, lavatories, grab bars, electrical panels, televisions, and surface mounted light fixtures. Type 2 uses a six-inch by sixteen gauge steel plate fastened flush to sixteen gauge studs with two 8-18 wafer head self-drilling screws per stud, spanning a minimum of three studs to support toilet accessories, fire extinguisher cabinets, wall mounted telephone outlets, wall mounted door stops, and window blinds. Backing plates extend to the last stud beyond the face of the fixture or accessory, and metal sleeves are provided through the wall finish at fixture fastenings.

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