starting an oven build

[pyroracing85]

Okay. I have been throwing this one out there.

So I read the best way to do it is to start with "metal studs".. I am assuming just square tubes 2"x2" with a 1/8" wall thickness.


Is that to much over kill?

Then you are to frame it on the inside and outside with sheet metal and insulation in between?

[ed_denu]

Okay. I have been throwing this one out there.

So I read the best way to do it is to start with "metal studs".. I am assuming just square tubes 2"x2" with a 1/8" wall thickness. When people refer to metal studs they are referencing the studs used in building construction. These can be found at HD, Lowes or most drywall suppliers. They are basically the dimensions of a 2X4 stud.


Is that to much over kill?

Then you are to frame it on the inside and outside with sheet metal and insulation in between? YES

see comments above

[pyroracing85]

see comments above

So you use wood studs??

Basically you frame it like a building huh?

[ed_denu]

So you use wood studs??

Basically you frame it like a building huh?

No, you don't use wood studs, you build with steel framing studs. Do a search or two here and you will find lot's of examples of people framing their ovens with steel studs. Like this one:

My propane fired oven build

[pyroracing85]

Oh thanks for the link. That is a good build!

[pyroracing85]

Okay, back with the metal framing studs. Is it wrong or more sturdy to go with square steel tubing?

[pyroracing85]

I choose to go with a 4'x4'x6' oven. I want it out of square steel tubing.

Does anybody have any blueprints or even advice before I layout the tubing?

[DavidMulh]

what state are you in? I Just got a 4' x 4' x 6' 1/8" steel bin for $70.00 the man has over 150 left to sell.
he is in lower Michigan.

[pyroracing85]

A steel bin? What is that?

I am in florida :/

[DavidMulh]

a metal bin is just a square 1/8" thick bin that is 4x4x6" with a large steel door, you would be half way home and for only $70.00. I have a pic I could show you, but I'm to stupid to upload it from photo bucket...... If you were in Michigan I would try,but I really don't think your going to make the drive....