With a pencil or a marker draw vertically lines from.
How to fur out a concrete block wall.
I recommend a decent corded hammer drill if this is a.
Pre drill the holes in the furring strips so they do not crack when.
With a pencil or a.
Tapcon concrete screw installation.
Concrete helps insulate the building and keep moisture out.
These markings will indicate where you will vertically attach your.
Using the level plumb down the wall and draw a line for reference.
Place the first furring strip over a vertical line.
Use chalk to draw the.
It creates a smooth finished surface you can leave as is or paint.
The simplest way to cover a cinder block wall is by using surface bonding cement to create a concrete finish.
How to nail a furring strip to a cinder block.
Personally i use tapcon brand screws to hold the strips.
Insert the sleeve fasteners into the holes and make sure they are secure and positioned correctly.
Mark the wall for vertical furring strips installed 16 inch on center.
If you want a colored wall but don t want to paint concrete pigment is the way to go.
Carefully position the furring strips or 2x4s in the exact desired position.
Drill pilot holes slightly smaller.
Clear the holes of all debris using compressed air a shop vac or wire brush.
Now repeat this process at the top of the wall.
Determine spacing and location of furring strips.
Equip yourself with a tape measure and spread it cross the bottom of the wall your about to furr out.