On Thu, 24 Mar 2005 17:39:36 GMT, "Leon"
wrote:


"Wes Stewart" wrote in message
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Why? If the cabinets have backs, and are screwed to the studs, why is
this less reliable than screwing a piece of plywood to the same studs?

Because the studs are only about 1/16" thick. The screw could easily be
pulled back out compared to being screwed in to 2 or 3" of wood.

Where did this "2 or 3" of wood" suddenly come from?

I was commenting on the comment that said that "plywood" would be an
improvement. But this very same plywood screws into the very same
studs, so I fail to see an advantage.

Now if you're suggesting a 2 x 3 stud inside the metal studs for a
backup "nailer" then we are on the same page. That's what I would do.
Pretty much like is sometimes done for door and window openings.