MiamiCuse wrote:
"aemeijers" wrote in message
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And if the wall is load-bearing, even slightly (like if shelves will be
hung off it), I'd add blocking and maybe even a layer of plywood under the
drywall. That is almost half the cross-section of the stud.

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aem sends...

It is not load bearing but I will reinforce it anyways.
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Not as bad as aem makes it sound-- that's why start w/ 2x6 studs for wet
walls. Even if take 2-1/2" out you're still only roughly 1/2" shy of
full-dimension 2x4 and you give that no second thought at all. For
interior fill-in wall you'll never know the difference. Only thing you
may want/need will be the nailing protection covers to ensure don't nail
into it during later construction.

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