RC on plywood covered wall yes or no?
Posted: Fri Jan 09, 2004 7:53 am
I've only found conflicting information on this (from various manufacturers). I am building a basement practice space/studio which has had an earthquake retrofit. The inside walls have a 1/2" plywood layer as a result.
I was originally planning to do the standard 2 layers of 5/8" gypsum on RC but have read some material that suggests this would not be very effective if there wasn't the normal air cavity of the stud available. Any thoughts on what the best approach may be? RC anyway or just mount the drywall straight to the existing plywood/studs?
Thanks in advance,
Aaron
I was originally planning to do the standard 2 layers of 5/8" gypsum on RC but have read some material that suggests this would not be very effective if there wasn't the normal air cavity of the stud available. Any thoughts on what the best approach may be? RC anyway or just mount the drywall straight to the existing plywood/studs?
Thanks in advance,
Aaron