Metal Z Furring Strips

Furring channel for walls and ceilings economical hat shaped framing component used to furr out ceilings and masonry walls.

Metal z furring strips.

The two main types of furring strips are made of wood and metal. Wood furring strips are simpler and typically measure 50mm in length. 1 1 4 wide flange for easy screw attachment. Z furring channel is a type of flashing metal used to accommodate rigid insulation materials and provides for the attachment of plaster veneer and gypsum wallboard.

We offer more depth and flange combinations giving you z furring channel for every job. These furring channels are also a very popular choice and is commonly used in residential home improvement projects due to its versatility and the amount of fastening. More selection for any project need. Gypsum wallboard may be installed parallel or perpendicular to the z furring.

Easily install drywall to masonry or concrete walls using z furring channel in between boards. Other lengths available hemmed leg furring channel as shown. Our z furring channel meets or exceed astm a370 a1003 c645 c754 c955 c1513 e90 and e119. Hat channel furring strips are the most common kind of metal furring strips and are mainly used in the real estate industry due to its heat resistance qualities.

Metal lath should be installed perpendicular to the z furring. The type of fastener and spacing will vary based on application. These items are always custom fabricated therefore can be custom made to any profile angle size and many different materials.