Complete book of framing : an illustrated guide for residential construction

Complete Book of Framing: An Illustrated Guide for Residential Construction
Table of Contents
About the Author
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Chapter 1: Introduction to Framing
	Framing Terms
	Framing Lumber
	Framing Sheathing
	Engineered Wood Products
	Lumber and Wood Structural Panel Grade Stamps
	Framing Nails
	Framing Tools
	The Switch to Cordless Tools
	Framing Tool Truck
	Cutting Lumber
	Protecting Lumber from Decay
	Preservative Treated Wood
Chapter 2: Nailing Patterns
	Nail Top Plate to Studs
	Nail Bottom Plate to Studs
	Nail Double Plate to Top Plate
	Nail Corner
	Nail Walls Together or Nail Double Studs
	Nail Trimmer to Stud
	Concrete Nailing
	Nail Bearing and Nonbearing Walls to Floor Perpendicular to Joists
	Nail Bearing and Nonbearing Walls to Floor Parallel to Joists
	Nail Header to Stud
	Nail Let-in Bracing
	Nail End of Joist
	Nail Rim Joist
	Nail Sheathing
	Nail Built-up Girders and Beams
	Nail Joist Blocking
	Nail Lapping Joists
	Nail Drywall Backing
	Nail Trusses to Wall
	Nail Ceiling Joist, Rafters, and Ridge
	Nail Rafters to Wall
	Nail Blocks
	Nail Fascia and Bargeboard
Chapter 3: Floor Framing
	Step 1–Crown and Place Joists
	Steps 2 and 3–Nail Rim Joists in Place and Cut Joists to Length
	Step 4–Nail Joists in Place
	Step 5–Frame Openings in Joists
	Steps 6 and 7–Block Bearing Walls and Nail Joists to Walls
	Step 8–Drywall Backing
	Step 9–Subfloor Sheathing
Chapter 4: Wall Framing
	Step 1–Spread Headers
	Step 2–Spread Makeup
	Steps 3–7–Assemble Wall
	Step 8–Square Wall
	Step 9–Sheathe Wall
	Step 10–Install Nail-Flange Windows
	Steps 11–15–Standing and Setting Wall
	Step 16–Plumb and Line
	Framing Rake Walls
Chapter 5: Roof Framing
	Roof Framing Terms
	Step 1–Finding the Lengths of Common Rafters
	Step 2–Cut Common Rafter
	Step 3–Set Ridge Board
	Step 4–Set Common Rafters
	Step 5–Find Length of Hip and Valley Rafters
	Step 6–Cut Hip and Valley Rafters
	Step 7–Set Hip and Valley Rafters
	Step 8–Set Jack Rafters
	Step 9–Block Rafters and Lookouts
	Step 10–Set Fascia
	Step 11–Install Sheathing
	Learning Rafters by Example
	Ceiling Joists
	Step 1–Spread Trusses
	Step 2–Sheathe Gable Ends
	Step 3–Set Gable Ends
	Step 4–Roll Trusses
	Steps 5–8
Chapter 6: Doors, Windows, and Stairs
	Door Framing Terms
	Installation of Exterior Doors
	Installation of Nail-Flange Window
	Installation of Window Flashing
	Steps for Window Flashing Installation When Windows Installed Before WRB (Weather Resistant Barrier)
	Steps for Window Flashing Installation When Windows Installed After WRB (Weather Resistant Barrier)
	Installation of Sliding Glass Doors
	Installation of Stairs
	Circular Stairs
Chapter 7: Layout
	Wall Layout
	Joist Layout
	Rafter or Truss Layout
	Roof Layout
Chapter 8: Engineered Wood Products
	Engineered Panel Products
	Engineered Lumber Products
Chapter 9: Wind and Earthquake Framing
	The Strength of Good Framing
	Understanding Structural Loads
	Building Code Load Requirements
	Regional Considerations
	Framing Details
	Hold-Downs
	Positive Placement Nail Guns
Chapter 10: Building Code Requirements
	Introduction to Building Codes
	Framing According to Code
	Protection from Decay
	Termite Protection
Chapter 11: Green Framing
	Green Framing Feeling
	Advanced Framing
	Material Selection
	Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)
	SIP Installation
	SIP Tools
Chapter 12: Preparing for a Job
	Developing a Job Start Checklist
	Reviewing the Plans and Making Preparations
	Organizing the Job Site
Chapter 13: Managing the Framing Start
	Checking Exterior Wall Dimensions
	Checking Reference Lines for Square
	Adjusting Reference Lines
	Checking the Building for Level
Chapter 14: Managing a Framing Team
	Managing Your Team
	The Role of Lead Framers
	Quality Control
	Organizing Tools and Materials
	Teaching Framers
	Framing Tips for Every Task
	Planning and Scheduling
	Recordkeeping
	Productivity
Chapter 15: Safety
	Personal Protective Equipment
	Hand Tools
	Ladders
	Fall Protection
	Rough Terrain Forklift Safety
	Housekeeping
Chapter 16: Healthy Framing
	Healthy Framing
	Injuries and Prevention
	NIOSH Lifting Equation
	Power Tool Weights
	Lumber Weight Chart
	Stretching
	Noise
Glossary
Spanish Framing Terms
Index
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