What are the best methods for securing bottom support beams and framing in a sunroom with treated 2×4 and cement?
Hey, quick update on my progress! Since my last update, I’ve been making some serious headway here. Check it out:
✅ Sunday – Made 3 trips to the dump (over 1k lbs each time)
✅ Monday – Scored some support beams on the marketplace
✅ Also on Monday – Made 7 trips to the hardware store
✅ Tuesday – Got rid of siding, window, and tongue and groove
✅ Wednesday – Stocked up on lumber and built a support wall
A few things I’ve learned along the way:
1. Demo work is not as exciting as I thought it would be 😅
2. Just a heads up, I’m pretty much doing everything solo
3. Driving a flex makes hauling beams and lumber a whole production
4. Turns out, my trusty oscillating Dremel was the hero all along – no need for all those extra saws and blades!
5. Removing siding and tongue and groove was like performing surgery – had to be careful with my cuts
6. Building a support wall alone requires some serious creative thinking!
I’ve got a couple questions for you:
– Best way to secure the bottom support beams? Screw it to the
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In my opinion, using glue and bolts for your bottom plate is a good idea. In Minnesota, treated lumber is a must for the base or bottom plate when placing it on concrete.
From Ontario, Canada uses spruce with a foam gasket for the bottom plate
Hey ! I find it intriguing! I remember now that a foam barrier is necessary with treated lumber on exterior walls meeting concrete, but not on interior walls. I’ve been out of the trades for a while, but I try to stay updated through friends and my work as a Realtor.
Before they altered the formula for pressure treated wood, couldn’t use it indoors.
Make sure to use a foam gasket between the treated lumber and concrete, and don’t forget to secure it with 4 inch concrete bolts.
Make sure to have a hammer drill with the right size bit for the anchor bolts.
A buddy of mine will be bringing his unique gun and concrete nails to assist. I’ve decided to do it properly based on everyone’s opinion! 🤪
Using a little nail gun may not be the best approach. Haha. 😄