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Old 08-18-2012, 10:43 AM
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Default Metal studs used in building homes in The Villages

Why do carpenters use metal studs (or wood studs shrouded with metal) in certain rooms of a home? To preserve a straighter edge on longer wall studs? To cut down on costs? This useage plays hell with wireless communications devices.