Can we have a simple step by step guide for floating walls?

[Bren]

I thought as so many of us are having/wanting floating walls then it may be a good idea for someone competent to write a quick step by step guide. I'm guessing i am not alone in wanting to do one of these myself but being put off because of a lack of confidence in our DIY skills.

[eirejam]

I would also like to see one of these.

[inzaman]

I will have a search over the next few days to see if i can find a thread that has a start to finish. Alternatively if anybody has found one or wants to compile one i will add it to the FAQs at the top of this page. I do need to update that section with a few recent builds but have not got round to it yet

My thread is fairly complete from start to finish (or at least it will be), as is groove's.

I'd be quite happy to compile a list of basic tools and skills required but it's not easy to come up with a one-size-fits-all guide to building a floating wall due to the many possible permutations.

Basically, it's easier if you have a solid wall to fix to (breeze block which has been plastered) rather than a dry-lined wall (block which has had plaster board stuck on it and then skimmed with a coat of plaster) or a stud wall (wall made of plasterboard on a wooden framework).

The most important rules to follow are plan extremely carefully and measure twice, cut/drill once! The DIY skills needed are not complicated, but a bit of logical thinking are spatial awareness are required.

I'd be happy to give advice to anyone who needs help.

DM

[chelsea.tone]

GROOVE's thread is very detailed. Looks awesome

Tony

[groove]

Yup....mines pretty detailed with step by step photos and descriptions from start to finish.....see my sig for the link.

[EViLDONKEY]

Hi,

would like to add my thread too... lots of pics of build EVILDONKEY'S Home Cinema Progress Thread

Cheers,
EViL Donkey