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Old 09-15-2009, 09:17 PM   #1
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Framing the basement soon. Can I just nail into the first floor joists? Or do I need to add a top piece of framing 2x?

Seems like a bit less work to use the existing joists.
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Old 09-15-2009, 10:37 PM   #2
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Are you talking about not having a top plate? I would definitely have a top plate for the wall. I see no problems nailing into the joists for the first floor though.

I am not sure that I understand completely what you are asking.
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Old 09-16-2009, 02:20 PM   #3
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Just finished my basement. Let me share some lessons’ learned. Do not nail to existing floor joist. They have bowed and warped over the years, which will throw your level/plum off. I used metal studs. if you have concerns with water. If not, pressure treated is recommended for the bottom plate/nailer. Also watch for floor joist flexing.
Good Luck.. Don't forget to upgrade your electrical outlet count in the basement too
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