Probably easiest - You could also sister new studs stickig out 3/4". advantage here is you can make them plumb and in same plane if thats a concern.
Read the full replyDemolished plaster covering on bath wall; studs remain. Installing green-back gypsum board.
The flanges of the vent stack that runs up one bay of the wall protrudes 3/4 inch.
Is there any option other than furring the entire wall? It's not a difficult task (wall is 5 ft wide, 8 ft tall), but I'm just wondering what options there are.
Thanks,
FWIW, the vent stack is located about 18 inches from one end of the wall.
? Is there any option other than furring the entire wall?
Yes, there is.
Best of luck, and let us know how it comes out!
Is there any option other than furring the entire wall and if so what is/are it/they?
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