Complete Book of Framing: An Illustrated Guide for Residential Construction (Paperback, 2, - Updated and E)

About the Author xi

Acknowledgments xiii

Introduction xv

Chapter 1: Introduction to Framing 1

Framing Terms 4

Framing Lumber 6

Framing Sheathing 7

Engineered Wood Products 8

Lumber & Wood Structural Panel Grade Stamps 12

Framing Nails 13

Framing Tools 14

Framing Tool Truck 16

Cutting Lumber 17

Protecting Lumber from Decay 18

Preservative Treated Wood 20

Chapter 2: Nailing Patterns 21

Nail Top Plate to Studs 24

Nail Bottom Plate to Studs 24

Nail Double Plate to Top Plate 25

Nail Corner 25

Nail Walls Together or Nail Double Studs 25

Nail Trimmer to Stud 26

Concrete Nailing 26

Nail Bearing & Nonbearing Walls to Floor Perpendicular to Joists 27

Nail Bearing & Nonbearing Walls to Floor Parallel to Joists 27

Nail Header to Stud 28

Nail Let-in Bracing 29

Nail End of Joist 30

Nail Rim Joist 30

Nail Sheathing 31

Nail Built-up Girders & Beams 32

Nail Joist Blocking 32

Nail Lapping Joists 33

Nail Drywall Backing 33

Nail Trusses to Wall 34

Nail Ceiling Joist, Rafters, & Ridge 34

Nail Rafters to Wall 35

Nail Blocks 35

Nail Fascia & Bargeboard 36

Chapter 3: Floor Framing 37

Step 1–Crown & Place Joists 40

Steps 2 & 3–Nail Rim Joists in Place & Cut Joists to Length 41

Step 4–Nail Joists in Place 42

Step 5–Frame Openings in Joists 43

Steps 6 & 7–Block Bearing Walls & Nail Joists to Walls 44

Step 8–Drywall Backing 45

Step 9–Subfl oor Sheathing 46

Chapter 4: Wall Framing 47

Step 1–Spread Headers 50

Step 2–Spread Makeup 51

Steps 3–7–Assemble Wall 52

Step 8–Square Wall 53

Step 9–Sheathe Wall 54

Step 10–Install Nail-Flange Windows 55

Steps 11–15–Standing & Setting Wall 56

Step 16–Plumb & Line 57

Framing Rake Walls 60

Chapter 5: Roof Framing 69

Roof Framing Terms 72

Step 1–Find the Lengths of Common Rafters 74

Step 2–Cut Common Rafter 83

Step 3–Set Ridge Board 86

Step 4–Set Common Rafters 87

Step 5–Find Length of Hip & Valley Rafters 88

Step 6–Cut Hip & Valley Rafters 89

Step 7–Set Hip & Valley Rafters 91

Step 8–Set Jack Rafters 92

Step 9–Block Rafters & Lookouts 93

Step 10–Set Fascia 93

Step 11–Install Sheathing 94

Rafter Guidelines 95

Ceiling Joists 106

Step 1–Spread Trusses 108

Step 2–Sheathe Gable Ends 109

Step 3–Set Gable Ends 109

Step 4–Roll Trusses 110

Steps 5–8 111

Chapter 6: Doors, Windows, & Stairs 113

Door Framing Terms 116

Installation of Exterior Doors 116

Installation of Nail-Flange Window 119

Installation of Window Flashing 120

Installation of Sliding Glass Doors 121

Installation of Stairs 122

Circular Stairs 127

Chapter 7: Layout 135

Wall Layout 139

Joist Layout 154

Rafter or Truss Layout 156

Roof Layout 156

Chapter 8: Engineered Wood Products 159

Engineered Panel Products 162

Engineered Lumber Products 163

Chapter 9: Wind & Earthquake Framing 183

The Strength of Good Framing 186

Understanding Structural Loads 186

Building Code Load Requirements 187

Regional Considerations 188

Framing Details 188

Hold-Downs 195

Positive Placement Nail Guns 200

Chapter 10: Building Code Requirements 203

Introduction to Building Codes 206

Framing According to Code 210

Protection from Decay 228

Termite Protection 234

Chapter 11: Green Framing 235

Green Framing Feeling 238

Advanced Framing 238

Material Selection 240

Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) 241

SIP Installation 241

SIP Tools 247

Chapter 12: Preparing for a Job 249

Developing a Job Start Checklist 252

Reviewing the Plans & Making Preparations 255

Organizing the Job Site 259

Chapter 13: Managing the Framing Start 263

Checking Exterior Wall Dimensions 266

Checking Reference Lines for Square 267

Adjusting Reference Lines 268

Checking the Building for Level 270

Chapter 14: Managing a Framing Team 275

Managing Your Team 278

The Role of Lead Framers 279

Quality Control 288

Organizing Tools & Materials 289

Teaching Framers 292

Framing Tips for Every Task 294

Planning & Scheduling 302

Recordkeeping 304

Productivity 306

Chapter 15: Safety 311

Personal Protective Equipment 314

Hand Tools 315

Ladders 317

Fall Protection 317

Rough Terrain Forklift Safety 319

Housekeeping 321

Glossary 325

Spanish Framing Terms 335

Index 343