Nailing and Putting Screws into Concrete (to close in porch

[Willymb24]

I am new to this web site , but am in need for some advise. I am about to close in my back porch and make it into a room. It already has a concreate fondation, but I need to know the best way to nail or screw the stud wall to the concrete. Should I use screws, nails, what type are best ect.... I just need to make sure it is strong to hold up. Any advise or help in this project would be greatly appreciated! Thanks

[Eggert Construction]

Tapcon concrete screws or powder actuated tool will secure the plate.
You can usually rent either one.

[Snacko]

This tread is exactly what I was looking for, and maybe we can discuss this item in more detail...

I'm shortly moving into an all-concrete home. Home construction here (in Taiwan) is all concrete, and represents a big change for a lumber/wall-board guy like me. Tile abounds, as do concrete walls and ceilings.

I too wish to attach items to concrete wall, such as bathroom fixtures, and also to hang pictures. I don't want to make any mistakes, as concrete repair is a bit more difficult, and some of the items must also drill through tile as well.

I notices at the B&Q (local version of the Home Depot) they have a variety of screws for drilling into concrete. Most of these screws have a plastic sleeve that (I'm guessing) is used to prevent the screw from loosening over time, and might also serve to strenghten the fit.

My questions are these:

- The screws here come in a variety of (mm) sizes. What would be a typical size to use for hanging small bathroom hardware, hang pictures, etc?

- When drilling a pilot hole (I'm again guessing that a pilot hole is needed), what kind of bit should I use?

- Again, if a pilot hole is needed, what sized bit should I use if I am tapping a 8mm screw? I'm again guessing that it should be a size or so smaller..

Thanks,

- EricM