Ultimate Guide to House Framing, 3rd Edition, leads homeowners through the steps of building a structure by means of platform framing, the most popular style of framing in use today. The book also covers the latest in eco-friendly materials as well as green framing techniques. Ultimate Guide to House Framing is the most up-to-date source for framing information. Beginning with background information, the book provides readers with everything they need to know about building, including structural loads and how they interact, sizing lumber, working with tools, and reading blueprints. The book then takes the reader through the framing process-from foundations to floor framing, wall framing, roof framing, sheathing, and more. This expanded and revised edition ends with three project chapters: building stairs, finishing a basement with steel studs, and framing a bay window. Each chapter covers both construction and design information.
Leads readers step-by-step through the house framing process, including the latest "green" framing products and techniques.
Introduction
Section 1: Getting Started
Chapter 1: House Framing Materials
Working with Wood
Plywood
Engineered Lumber
Chapter 2: Engineering Basics
Building Loads
Beams, Rafters, and Collar Ties
Building Plans
Chapter 3: Framing Tools
Measuring Tools
Levels
Squares
Marking Tools
Power Tools
Chapter 4: Ladders, Scaffolds & Safety Systems
Ladders
Platform Jacks
Scaffolds
Fall-Arrest Systems
Chapter 5: Framing Hardware
Nails
Connectors and Hurricane Ties
Anchor Bolts
Other Fasteners
Chapter 6: Essential Building Techniques
Measuring Accurately
Nailing Basics
Safe Circular-Saw Use
Troubleshooting Lumber Problems
Chapter 7: Green Framing
Wood As a Green Product
Green Adhesives and Caulks
Green Rating Programs
Section 2: Building the Frame
Chapter 8: Floor Framing
Structural Support
Girders, Beams, and Posts
Floor Joists
Subfloors
Underlayment
Chapter 9: Walls & Partitions
Wall Framing
Rough Openings
Wall Assembly
Sheathing
Installing Windows
Installing Doors
Chapter 10: Gable-Roof Framing
Roof Loads
Roof Pitch and Slope
Calculating Rafter Length
Installing Ridgeboards and Rafters
Trusses
Skylights
Roof Sheathing
Chapter 11: Shed, Hip & Gambrel Roofs
Framing Shed Roofs
Hip Roofs
Gambrel Roofs
Chapter 12: Framing Dormers
Gable Dormer
Shed Dormer
Section 3: Framing Projects
Chapter 13: Building Stairs
Straight-Run Basics
Calculating the Staircase Size
Stringer Layout
Staircase Installation
Balustrades
About L-Shaped Stairs
Calculating Rise and Run
Framing the Landing
Making the Stringers
Assembling the Stairs
Finishing the Stairs
Winder Pros and Cons
Building a Basic Winder
Adding Nosings
Design Ideas for Stairs
Chapter 14: Basement Framing
Estimating Materials
Basement Walls
Basement Floors
Basement Ceilings
Concealing Beams, Ducts, Pipes, and Columns
Design Ideas for Basements
Chapter 15: Installing a Bay Window
Bay Windows
Design Ideas for Windows
Resource Guide
Glossary
Index
Credits/Metric Equivalents
Ultimate Guide to House Framing, 3rd Edition, is the most up-to-date source for framing information. Beginning with background information, the book provides readers with everything they need to know about building, including structural loads and how they interact, sizing lumber, working with tools, and reading blueprints. The book then takes the reader through the platform-framing process--the most popular style of framing in use today--from foundations to floor framing, wall framing, roof framing, sheathing, and more. This expanded and revised edition also covers the latest in eco-friendly materials as well as green framing techniques. The book ends with three project chapters: building stairs, finishing a basement with steel studs, and framing a bay window. Each chapter covers both construction and design information.
Over 750 illustrations and photos to help you build your own home or use the information when remodeling, building a room addition, finishing a basement, or installing doors and windows.
- Environmentally friendly building products and techniques
- Step-by-step guides for building walls, floors, and roofs - Extra projects include building and repairing stairs and installing bay windows
Tools and materials listed for each project
Frame floors, walls, and roofs like a pro
Over 55 construction sequences
Publisher: Creative Homeowner
Distributor: Creative Homeowner Press
Publication Date: 02-01-2009
Pages: 240
Measurements: 10.88in X 8.50in X 0.44in X 1.81lb
