1/8 backing on Traps?

Posted: Mon May 12, 2003 1:24 pm

I am constructing some bass traps and was wondering if I could use 1/8 ply wood for the back.
I'm in a good sized bed room right now and I can't mess with the walls to much.

I plan on hanging them and wanted to cut down on weight.
Thanks!

Posted: Mon May 12, 2003 2:45 pm

The consensus seems to be that you shoud back them with 3/4" plywood.

Posted: Tue May 13, 2003 8:10 am

Thanks, I guess I'll just have to use a bigger hook.

Posted: Tue May 13, 2003 12:45 pm

Quote:

Originally posted by Ron.G:
Thanks, I guess I'll just have to use a bigger hook.

The idea is that the back should be massive enough to not vibrate.

You know, it wouldn't take *that* much work to just build the frame up against the existing wall, and use little L brackets inside, then caulk. Sure, you'll have to peel off the caulk, and fill the holes, if you take them down, but that's what, an hour or two total?

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