5. Use a combination square to mark both boards at the same time, and draw an "X" between the lines to ensure you nail the stud in the right place.
6. To determine how long to cut your studs, measure from floor to ceiling. Subtract 3 ½ inches (1 ½ inches each for top and bottom plates, and an extra ½ to allow you to tip the wall) to get your final length.
7. Cut 7 studs of this length, and nail them to the top and bottom plates (on the "Xs" that you marked earlier) using 2 12D nails on each end.
8. Snap a chalk line on the ceiling and floor along the entire length of the wall. Use a plumb bob to ensure the lines are even (so you know your wall will be vertically level).
9. Raise your wall into place along the top and bottom chalk lines.
10. Use 12D nails to secure the top of the wall to the joist (or blocking). Use shims as necessary to fill the gaps.
11. Secure the bottom plate to your concrete floor using a ramset or masonry screws. (Or you can use masonry nails and a big hammer!)
Your finished wall section should look like this:
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