How to frame a wall on concrete

Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting basement

Finishing a basement DIY style? You can do this! Check out my post on how to frame basement walls and follow along with my DIY basement project with wine cellar.

Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting basement

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Perhaps you are adding walls onto an existing concrete pad, or perhaps you are building a new home from the concrete foundation up. Either way, it is very important to securely attach the wood framing to the concrete element. So you are wisely wondering how best to fasten your wood framing to concrete. In this […]

Learn how to select screws for concrete as you learn how to frame a new wall. We'll show you the special tools needed to build a wall on a concrete slab and list all your options.

With the popularity of slab foundations, many do-it-yourself renovators face the task of anchoring wall framing to concrete. Concrete may be tough as rock, but with the right tools, securing walls to slabs is a smooth process.

No matter how your house is currently laid out, you're never stuck with it. With the...

With special framing and insulating techniques, your basement can be as comfortable as any other room in your home. Find out more about insulating basement walls and framing basement walls here.

How to Frame a Wall the Easy Way. Use simple tools and materials to quickly build a non-load-bearing interior wall for beginners. Fast, professional results