STEP 2A Attach Wall Plate - Wood Stud
CAUTION:
Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
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Drywall covering the wall must not exceed 5/8 in. (16 mm)
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Minimum wood stud size: common 2 x 4 in. (51 x 102 mm) nominal 1½ x 3½ in. (38 x 89 mm)
1.
Locate your stud. Verify and mark the center of the stud by finding the stud edges using an awl, a thin nail, or an edge to edge stud finder.
2.
Position the wall plate template
3.
Drill pilot holes using a 1/8 in. (3 mm) diameter drill bit. Remove wall plate template
IMPORTANT: Be sure to drill into the center of the stud.
IMPORTANT: Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 2½ in. (63.5 mm).
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≤ 5/8 in.
(16 mm)
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at your desired height and line up the holes with your stud center line. Level the template and tape in place.
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14
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14
2½ in.
(63.5 mm)
1/8 in.
(3 mm)
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