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Ciderman

Hi Folks, I need to build a stud wall against an existing uneven wall, with enough clearance to add the eggbox type membrane and some insulation. My problem is that to maximise the space between the stud wall and the existing stone wall, id like to place the studs width ways - so in stead of the 3x2...

Ciderman

Thanks for the reply. The building isn't listed or on any preservation order etc... the stone is bare at the moment and not the tidiest of looks with it being an old barn and badly converted in the 90's. What do you mean by an air gap behind the studs? I thought the studs would be fixed directly to ...

Ciderman

Hi.
Do I need to engage local building regs dept if I want to install a stud wall to a stone lime rendered internal wall?
The wall is not damp and is part of a barn conversion with no listing.
Need to install a kitchen and the stone wall is uneven, plus I find it ugly.

Ciderman

Hmmm... ok then.... any recommendations on what sort of vapour barrier to use? Type, manufacturer.... that kind of thing?

Maybe I'm asking the wrong question....

Ciderman

Good morning folks. I would like to dry line or stud the kitchen walls in a 170 year old converted barn. The consensus may be that I am wrong to cover all the lovely exposed stonework but I want to be able to install a new kitchen and tile the walls for cleanliness and to add a nice modern look. The...

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