It is hard to believe, but it was two months ago that I posted my first blog!
1. Be sure to discuss your backing needs with you builder so that the framer will include it in his/her quote.
2. Make sure your interior designer has identified any backing needed with the interior design plan.
3. Make sure you take a photograph showing the location of the backing once it is installed in the wall. Give a reference measurement so the location can be identified once covered with drywall.
4. Do not skimp on the size of the wood you are using for backing.
5. Do not forget the items mounted in the ceiling that need backing as well as those mounted on the walls.
Items to consider for backing include:
Audio/video equipment
Ceiling or wall mounted projectors
Drop down screens
Speakers
Wall-mounted televisions
Bathroom
Art
Ceiling fans
Decorative mirror
Grab bars
Magnifying mirror
Medicine cabinet
Shower curtain rod
Shower door
Toilet paper holder
Towel bar, rings, hooks
Towel warmer
Cabinets above toilet
Bedroom
Canopy
Ceiling fan
Headboard
Decorative hanging pieces
Art
Mirrors
Portraits
Sculpture
Wall mounted corner cabinet
Garage
Athletic equipment racks
Bike rack
Garage door motor
Garage door tracks
Tool holders mounted on the wall
Hardware
Clothes hooks or robe hooks
Coat rack
Kitchen
Pot rack
Upper cabinets
Laundry room
Broom, mop holder
Ironing board holder
Lighting
Chandeliers
Sconces
Track lighting
Mantels
Staircase handrail
Window treatments
Cornice
Curtain rod
Curtain tie backs
Miscellaneous
Tapestry
Game, fish, and other trophies
Wall safe
If you can think of other items that need backing, leave them in a comment. Blessings. ...Susan