Metal Stud Framing for Commercial Buildings - Stovall ...
3. Cut the Studs. If it is a small project, the metal studs are cut to size with aviation snips. For larger jobs the studs can be cut with a chop saw or circular saw. However, this process produces a large shower of sparks, a lot of noise and plenty of smoke. For this reason, this step requires eye and ear protection if power tools are used. 4.