What furring strip means
Furring strips are thin strips of wood or metal fastened to a wall, ceiling or masonry to create a flat, spaced surface for drywall, paneling or siding.
Also called furring, strapping.
Where it matters on a carpentry job
Furring out basement block walls or making a rain screen gap both use it. It adds a layer of material and labor that is easy to miss in a quick quote.
Work it out
- Free calculator: Framing calculator
- Tools, templates and guides: Free carpentry resources