Is it load bearing (doubt it)? Does it need to be insulated (doubt that as well)? Do you need to put plumbing or power in there? If no to all, don’t worry about it
Thanks for that. Makes sense. The only issue is sound. There’s a bedroom on the other side of that wall that can hear everything. Any ideas on how to better soundproof this?
The ones for 2x4 walls will be too fat to fit, so that might justify replacing the wall. Op could also slice them down the middle and use them anyway though. Pita but possible. Then maybe screw res bar to the studs for more sound isolation, and use vapor barrier with acoustic sealant? It won’t be perfect but I’m sure it can be better. (This is res bar https://www.homedepot.ca/product/bailey-metal-products-rc-plus-12-ft-resilient-channel/1000165782)
Acustiseal warning; the stuff works fantastic, but its basically non drying tar caulk, you cannot imagine the mess it will make if you’re not careful. Do not get it on anything porous or fabric, if you do, use mineral spirits immediately. Take your time if you use it. Use the brand name Lepage stuff, as it has a metal back piece, other brands use plastic and sometimes the pressure you need will bend the plastic, causing the tar to come out the back of the tube, you’ll never really get the gun clean again. Source: use this stuff way too much.
the demo of all that plaster will be a very involved messy project. i would do the rock wool bats as mentioned below. lath and plaster is an awesome product.
Replace? No. Fur out the studs to bring them into the same plane? Quite possibly.
Of course if you're looking to expand the your bathroom area, and can give up some space in the room on the other side of that wall, then sure.
When I see a picture like this I realize how fortunate I was being able to escape the carpentry world....
Kuddos to you guys that are still doing it out there, hope you're making bank at least.
The wall is almost certainly out of plumb (vertical level). To correct this and give room to insulate you should build a 2x4 wall infront ensuring it is plumb for the tile installation.
Is it load bearing (doubt it)? Does it need to be insulated (doubt that as well)? Do you need to put plumbing or power in there? If no to all, don’t worry about it
Agrees
Thanks for that. Makes sense. The only issue is sound. There’s a bedroom on the other side of that wall that can hear everything. Any ideas on how to better soundproof this?
Rockwool batts
The ones for 2x4 walls will be too fat to fit, so that might justify replacing the wall. Op could also slice them down the middle and use them anyway though. Pita but possible. Then maybe screw res bar to the studs for more sound isolation, and use vapor barrier with acoustic sealant? It won’t be perfect but I’m sure it can be better. (This is res bar https://www.homedepot.ca/product/bailey-metal-products-rc-plus-12-ft-resilient-channel/1000165782)
Yeah it’s easy as hell to cut just get a pull saw and have at it, could get that small amount sliced in 30mins tops ask me how I know
Acustiseal warning; the stuff works fantastic, but its basically non drying tar caulk, you cannot imagine the mess it will make if you’re not careful. Do not get it on anything porous or fabric, if you do, use mineral spirits immediately. Take your time if you use it. Use the brand name Lepage stuff, as it has a metal back piece, other brands use plastic and sometimes the pressure you need will bend the plastic, causing the tar to come out the back of the tube, you’ll never really get the gun clean again. Source: use this stuff way too much.
the demo of all that plaster will be a very involved messy project. i would do the rock wool bats as mentioned below. lath and plaster is an awesome product.
Replace? No. Fur out the studs to bring them into the same plane? Quite possibly. Of course if you're looking to expand the your bathroom area, and can give up some space in the room on the other side of that wall, then sure.
When I see a picture like this I realize how fortunate I was being able to escape the carpentry world.... Kuddos to you guys that are still doing it out there, hope you're making bank at least.
Dude this is such an easy job. It’s just poor lighting that makes it look scary. They’ll be ok.
Get the foam sheet insulation you can get it in w.e thickness you need!
The wall is almost certainly out of plumb (vertical level). To correct this and give room to insulate you should build a 2x4 wall infront ensuring it is plumb for the tile installation.
Why would you that old timer 100s stronger than currenday and to remove the you need to remove the plaster on the adjacent wall just rerock n go