Building wall over corrugated steel panels

[PT Doc]

Seems like this type of corrugated panel is common in some industrial spaces. I’m wondering what is the recommended way to build a wall over this type of paneling? This paneling is screwed to steel studs and ceiling height is about 20’. My intention is to hang steel cabinets on the walls. Uppers will be attached to wall hanging of a cleat and base and full height tall cabinets will sit on some type of ledge and also the same cleat system.

Thanks for the help!

 

[Youngandfree]

Just frame a wood stud wall. That tin can isn't designed to support a bunch of weight.

 

[PT Doc]

Just frame a wood stud wall. That tin can isn't designed to support a bunch of weight.

Thanks. Yes. Advice on best way to do this is what I’m looking for.

Horizontal 2x4 every other corrugated groove screwed to the metal studs and drywall over that seems reasonable.

Id like to hear what others have done that has worked and not worked well in the end.

 

[The Cobbler]

and drywall over that seems reasonable

not sure why you want to cover the steel with drywall?

 

[PT Doc]

not sure why you want to cover the steel with drywall?

Plan is to have some of this finished space for office so that is why drywall. Plywood could used behind the steel cabinets unless someone has another plan.

You would recommend hanging cabinets directly to the corrugated panels? The bump out of the panel sticks out about 1.5” so back of cabinets would be resting on that. Recommended mounting of steel cabinets is with 5/16” lags. I’ve never hung cabinets on wall that was framed with steel studs, hence my questions. Thanks!

 

[Youngandfree]

Thanks. Yes. Advice on best way to do this is what I’m looking for.

Horizontal 2x4 every other corrugated groove screwed to the metal studs and drywall over that seems reasonable.

Id like to hear what others have done that has worked and not worked well in the end.

Like I said. Those tin cans aren't designed to support a bunch of weight. I'd frame a stud wall like a normal stud wall. Secure it to the concrete like a wall. I'd tie it to the metal posts, but the weight of everything should go through the wood to the concrete.