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hi, how would you attach the top of a stud work wall in a commercial building if the ceiling in made of tin strips and plastic tiles, which are not strong enough, and there is nothing else to fix to

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Hi Mark,

I'm presuming your description of tinstrips as being the metal grid supporting the tiles.
This being a gypliner system.
Stud walls especially party walls should rise above the ceiling and be tied in with cross members on the grid.
Fire seperation if required then the stud wall should go as high as possible , even to the underside of the constructed floor above.
Fire curtains can also be used.
Your question is vague and if you require further information , please reply with a thorough description

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