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Should Float Centers use Light or Heavy Gauge Studs? – DSP 269

Should Float Centers use Light or Heavy Gauge Studs? – DSP 269

Still no Ashkahn today. He’s taking a couple of post-conference days to himself.

Jake and Graham are on the scene though to answer construction questions, though. Even the straight forward ones, like today. Jake informs us which to choose when doing construction, light or heavy gauge studs when constructing a float center, while getting a little sidetracked when comparing wooden and metal studs. 

Should Float Centers use Light or Heavy Gauge Studs? – DSP 269

Construction to Make Your Life Easier – DSP 268

Graham and Jake cover a wide range of construction tips to make running a float center easier. Everything from making sure you have extra storage to installing mop closets with sinks in them for dealing with heavy duty chemicals.

The advice is pretty much a shotgun approach of tips, tricks, and hard lessons learned throughout the years. 

Should Float Centers use Light or Heavy Gauge Studs? – DSP 269

Draining Float Tanks into Septic Systems – DSP 267

Graham and Jake tackle the difficulties of draining float tanks and how that process can differ based on different municipalities, different water treatment systems, or whether you’re using a septic system or not. 

Water treatment typically involves whole contained ecosystems and highly concentrated epsom salt water can impact that pretty drastically. The guys provide good tips for each type of system and what to be prepared for if you’re operating in a rural area with a septic system. 

Should Float Centers use Light or Heavy Gauge Studs? – DSP 269

The Difference Between STC and Decibels – DSP 266

Post-Conference Ashkahn is still out of the recording studio, but fortunately Jake is keeping Graham company in there. 

Graham and Jake break down the differences between decibels and STC ratings, two very important to understand when figuring out soundproofing. There’s a lot to digest in this episode, but fortunately the guys keep it easy to understand by providing a broad level overview of the different concepts. 

Should Float Centers use Light or Heavy Gauge Studs? – DSP 269

Should I Wire my Float Tanks into the Wall? – DSP 265

Ashkahn is currently recovering from his talk and the after-party last night, but Jake and Graham have gracefully taken the time to answer a construction question again today.

On the docket today is a question about wiring a float tank directly into the wall. Graham and Jake provide an overview of why some people may prefer this (it’s much easier to keep waterproof, e.g.), and why at Float On they use the twist lock for their outlets and how to properly utilize them. 

Should Float Centers use Light or Heavy Gauge Studs? – DSP 269

Can I Keep My Old Ceiling With My Buildout? – DSP 264

Hopefully everyone had a lovely time at the Friday Activities and the after-party.

Ashkahn is still busy running the conference, but Graham and Jake have stepped in to talk about construction!

Today the guys talk about keeping a drop ceiling or T-bar ceiling in an existing space that you’re converting to a float center. The short answer is don’t keep it, as it can cause problems, but the guys do have some workarounds if your landlord is opposed to changing the ceiling.