How to Build a Soffit around Ductwork
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- čas přidán 4. 09. 2024
- This video shows how to build a soffit around ductwork. There are many different ways to build a soffit, but this is definitely my favorite way. With the proper tools, anyone can do this.
Very good instructions here. Clear and concise, I don't even have any questions. Thanks for taking the time to make and publish this video for us DIY'ers out here.
Glad it was helpful!
I know this is an old video, but still relevant! Excellently demonstrated.
Thanks, Rhonda!!!!
I love this video...it was clear to see, not moving around really fast, but a good pace, and simple--not complicated--thank you! (I've seen several other people's versions that weren't as helpful.)
THANKS for the kind words!
wow, it makes so much more sense to use a 2x2 for the bottom. thanks!
All you need is something to screw the drywall to. There's really no 'one way' to do this. I've built, and seen people use OSB, 2X 1X.....etc...... This is by far my favorite method. Glad you like it. Thanks for the positive comment!
This is my first time doing this type of work. You made it simple, clear, and doable. Thanks
Glad I could help ya, Ivan! Thanks for the nice comment. Hope my other videos are just as helpful!
Doing this Monday. Was thinking about the most efficient way with least amount of material. Thx!
Awesome! You really need to do an updated video, though. I'll be doing this to frame around some plumbing, so come on over this weekend and you can use my utility room as a movie set!
You ALWAYS have MY best interest! I'm making Knockwurst this weekend. 25lbs! It's curing in the basement fridge right now.
Great job! And great explanation! It helps to watch video's like these from professionals like yourself. Framing is such an art form. :)
Thanks for the comment. This is not the only way to build this, but it's my favorite way.
Really clear and helpful as I attempt this in my own basement. Thank you.
So glad my video helped you out, Stephanie!
Best demo so far. Thanks.
You're welcome.
I see you did this video some time ago, but thanks so much, helped me today! Cheers!!!!
Glad it helped!
I had to make some adjustments due to exterior wall installation, but other than that I basically just followed your tutorial. =) Thanks for keeping it efficient and easy for newcomers to understand!
Glad I could help!
Was of great help in my BTECH Exams.
excellent
Excellent. Exactly what I was looking for!
Glad I could help!
i’m building something similar, had no clue how this video helped greatly, thank you sooo much
Glad I could help, Jay. Hope you like my other DIY video as well.
Great tutorial, thanks
Thanks for watching!
Very good - thx for the format and clear instructions!
You are welcome!
Thanks for this video. It looks like having help makes this easier
Glad I could help you out, Nick!
Amazing tutorial! Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to learn more from you.
More to come!
Thanks, this video was all I needed.
Glad to hear it, Amy! Thanks for the comment!
Perfect explanation
Glad you think so!
Thank you for posting
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Thanks for showing this video I have never done this before but our video is fantastic made it for a simple mam thank you
So glad my video helped you out, Pat! Thanks for taking the time to give positive feedback!
Exactly what I was looking for, so clear, thanks!
Glad it helped! Hope you find my other videos just as useful. Thanks for taking the time to comment, my friend!
Awesome video thank you sir!
You're welcome, Josh! Thanks for taking the time to give me positive feedback!
Perfect , shirt and informative, just what I needed to know , thank you
Glad it was helpful, Iron man! I appreciate the time you took to comment!
Another way is to nail 2x2 verticals directly to the sides of the joists above, then nail 2x2 horizontals to the sides of the studs. You'll usually get at least 2 sets of verticals and horizontals that can be nailed directly to each other. Then put a horizontal 2x2 at the inside of the angle where the 2 sets come to a corner and nail everything to it. Nailing to the sides of the joists makes it real strong.
Great tips. I have seen these built in many different ways. Everyone seems to have their favorite. Thanks for the great comment.
Your way is very stout, but probably much stouter than it needs to be considering it's up out of the way. Anyway, I'm a drafter, and that's how I draw soffits on sections because that's how most framers do it in my area. It's just cheaper. I like to see how other folks do things because I learn a lot.
HA! I have always over-built things my whole life.
I'm having to do this retro. New furnace and ducts installed in old house.
have fun with that! Let me know how it went.
@@PhilCrockett will do
Thanks for the video demonstration. Very helpful.
Glad you like my video! Thanks for the positive feedback!
Great video. Helpful!!!
Glad it was helpful, Timothy! Thanks for watching and commenting!
nice video, thanks!
THANKS!
That was a great vid!
Thank you!
This video was awesome and confidence boosting before I get started on this
One question.. for you, someone who knows what you're doing, how long did this take you? I just want to make sure that I know what to expect as a best case, and double or triple it to be realistic.
give yourself 4 hours'ish. Probably could do it in an hour, but depends on your skill.
excellent presentation
Thanks! I rarely get any comments on this video..... glad to know someone likes it!
I just completed one ...& mine looks very good not great..lol
sure wish I had seen your post before hand. thanks for your reply.
Lord bless
May the Lord bless you as well, my brother!
That's spot of work for one little soffit. Lol looks good
ya, but it sure feels good not to pay someone to do it. Thanks for the positive feedback!
Phil- don't you need drywall above the soffit for a fire stop? I have an inspector telling me that I need to take down my finished soffit because there is no drywall above the soffit which means I don't have a continuous fire barrier. This is in a dwelling unit with another directly above. Great video thx
I'm not familiar with that one. I do know however, if you hire 10 inspectors, you'll get 12 different answers. Thanks for watching and commenting, Kevin!
@@PhilCrockett So true. Thanks for the great vid.
You're welcome!
Copying your plans!
Thanks ;))
No problem 👍
Great video! Thanks for sharing!
so glad you liked it! I've made a couple runs of these in my basement. I'm ready for drywall!
Great video - very well done...
Thanks, Rob! glad you liked my vid. Hope it helped you out!
great job... thanks for posting
Thanks!
Great video. Thanks.
Glad you liked it! I appreciate the positive feedback!
Looks good but I would have just framed the whole thing from one end to the other. Looks like only 1 extra foot on the right and maybe 2 on the left. Would be way easier than all that drywall ing. Just my opinion though. Good video
Glad you like my video. I'm sure your method is a good one
Would it be okay to use fiberglass insulation on that application? Like maybe it will kill sound a bit.
sure! I recently put R13 in a wall to keep the HVAC room from making too much noice in our adjacent guest room.
Can i just box it over with some plywood?
Yes you can! It's really just a structure that needs to be built so drywall can be screwed to something. No rules, just as long as it's sturdy and square.
Great video.. but i have a quick question.. how much distance I need to keep in between the heat vents to my frame/drywall??
No rule, just as long as the frame doesn’t touch. It’s good to keep a space so there’s no chance of rubbing noises and vibrations
What can I use instead of the 2×2 because i need as much height as possible.
I've seen people use plywood.
Great video! What was the room behind the wall? It looks like a small room, maybe storage. Looks like you might have been able to move the duct where it drops below the ceiling into that room and avoid the soffit altogether.
It is a bathroom. That is the wall that the shower is on. I'd rather have a soffit in the closet, than one above my head while taking a shower. Never a good place for a soffit really. Wish I didn't have any! Thanks for the feedback my friend!
Thanks for the idea, I like idea
Glad I can help you out, Sohail!
Yes thanks for the video! Is there a specific reason i need to use screws for this or is the typical nail gun ok?
Nail gun will work just fine. Just as long as the structure and hold it's weight plus drywall.
I appreciate your tips on how to build the box frame. I want to hang projector using ceiling mount. I’m thinking of drilling into 2x2 you installed at the bottom. The proctor with ceiling mount is about 20lbs max. Do you think it will be fine if the box was constructed as you have described?
I always over-kill on weight. As long as you span enough 2 by's, you should be able to pull it off.
@@PhilCrockett Thank you for your reply. The projector is going up tomorrow!
let me know how it goes!
Great do one with metal studs
I'm not a fan of metal studs. They don't give, and when a metal structure settles (and they do)..you have all kinds of issues. Wood gives a little.....it's okay to flex some.
Perfect
Thanks, Dustin!
👍thx for the good info👍✊
Is the rectangle duct a return or supply? Regardless, what about “sweating”? should it be insulated?
Any rate, thank you✌️
I believe the one you see in the video is a supply. Not familiar with "sweating ductwork". These are not insulated. Hope this helps you out, my friend!
Phil Crockett -In the southeastern US, we fight humidity...metal ducts sweat a lot therefor causing drips onto drywall and stains. At anyrate, thx👍
Oh wow. Looks like I need to get out more. Had no idea.
Phil Crockett -Hey, it’s all good! IMO, if we’re not learning different things every now and then as we go then we get stagnant w/ our lives & jobs.✌️
Do you insulate the duct before drywall?
nope
Does having flexible ducting instead of rigid change anything about the soffit construction?
nope. The only reason to do this, is so you have something to screw drywall to. IOW.... the only purpose is for hiding the ugly ductwork.
Can i still use de 2x4 in bottom or why the 2x2? Thanks i m no a pro so
sure you can! There's no major rules, just as long as it's sturdy and you can screw drywall to it.
Thanks
Thanks for taking the time to give positive feedback, Mr Garcia!
How would I do cross members if I don't have another 2x4 wall to screw them to?
I could screw crossmembers into the main support beam in the basement. Would this be safe?
Not sure your situation. Do you have a concrete wall or something instead of a studded wall? if so, just install a 2x4 horizontal and screw the cross members to the bottom of it. As far as the structure goes.... it's whole purpose it to hold drywall. It's not going to have a lot of weight on it.
it is very difficult to find straight lumber in the USA
indeed! However, there are higher grades for purchase, but they are expensive.
a 2x4. of course! Thanks.
No prob, Luke!
my basement walls have a water pipe running along the edge of it. how do I start framing? do I build a soft it throughout the entire length of the wall?
I'm trying to picture your situation, and I'm wondering why the pipes weren't run though the floor joists. is it possible to have them re-routed through the joists? If not.... well.... then you'll have to build some sort of soffit to hide them. OR..... you can put in a drop ceiling that will be lower than the pipe. Is this basement finished?
Phil Crockett thank you for the reply. my guess is the pipe was put in place after the home was built. they are for the sprinkler system. the basement is not finished. I am trying to make this a diy project and finish it myself. if I have to hire a professional to frame it for me then I can go that route but would like to learn on my own and accomplish his project.
I love it that you are wanting to DIY! if you have the tools, then there is no reason to hire someone. To have success, you will need to research the "how to's"...which you are doing..... and to have patience in the building process. Take your time for sure! I would look to see where your other 'water lines' are located in the basement, and copy that run. Study the placement and route that they take. You can learn a lot from what's already been placed there, as long as it's placed properly of course.
dannyny did you diy your basement??
well did you DIY? we need to know!
Fireblocking?
Duck season!
will you need a building permit to do this??
Nope. Not if you're doing it yourself.
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Glad you like my video!
Why use screws and not a framing nail gun
My videos cater to the common DIYer when I can. Most people don't have nail Guns.
wkeil1981 nails aren't as strong either.
Anguinus Vir ring shank nails are stronger than screws
Anguinus Vir Not necessarily true, for anyone reading this you should read up on it. They serve different purposes. Screws resist pullout better but nails have a better shear/lateral strength.
There is very little weight involved here building this bulkhead. There is no heavy load to worry about.
“Mayjure” really bothered me 😂
Where I'm from, when 2 vowels go walking, the 2nd one does the talking.
DAMN!
Watch your mouth! ................ glad u liked it............
why did you not run it all the way to the right side wall? with this setup you will have a strange corner there
I had a failed idea that I was going to use that corner to store a tall object.
Nice framing work, however you forgot the fire blocking R 302.11-12 [2014 Code]. Most building jurisdiction would want to see a permit pulled when changing unfinished space into habitable space.
This soffit is less than the 10' that code requires for fire blocking. Also, I don't need a permit to build a soffit in my home. Thanks for your comment.
what about passing inspection
That all depends on where you live most likely. Most places, you can do your own home improvements.
Those are not deckscrews. They're construction screws. Deckscrews all have coatings and can be used in acq treated lumber (pressure treated). Construction screws do not, nor are they to be used in pt lumber.
Thanks for the criticism, my friend! I will take it to heart...... Not
I just don't get why you needed the 2x2 2x4 would have been the same result you just cut the studs shorter 😂
Sounds good to me
Mayshur
Hey....I love your country drawl...... you sound like me! Thanks for the great comment!
"meh•shured" not "may•shured" lol
thainkya. ewe muss be a skooled fella.
Can I frame soffits in with 3 1/2 framing nails like Im going to use for my walls?
Sure! However, over time, I have seen nail heads reveal themselves from the surface of the drywall. This is why I like screws. They seem to stay seated better than nails over a long long time
@@PhilCrockett But they suck for framing important walls that support a structure right? thank you.