How to Use 1/2 Furring Channel for Smoother Walls

If you're staring at a wonky basement wall or a ceiling that looks more like a rolling hill than a flat surface, picking up some 1/2 furring channel is probably the smartest move you can make. It's one of those building materials that isn't particularly flashy, but once you see how much easier it makes your life during a renovation, you'll wonder why you ever bothered with traditional wood stripping. ...

April 29, 2026 · 6 min · Dell Clayton