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 and Wood Structural Panel Grade Stamps 12
Framing Nails 13
Framing Tools 14
The Switch to Cordless Tools 16
Framing Tool Truck 17
Cutting Lumber 18
Protecting Lumber from Decay 19
Preservative Treated Wood 21
Chapter 2: Nailing Patterns 23
Nail Top Plate to Studs 26
Nail Bottom Plate to Studs 26
Nail Double Plate to Top Plate 27
Nail Corner 27
Nail Walls Together or Nail Double Studs 27
Nail Trimmer to Stud 28
Concrete Nailing 28
Nail Bearing and Nonbearing Walls to Floor Perpendicular to Joists 29
Nail Bearing and Nonbearing Walls to Floor Parallel to Joists 29
Nail Header to Stud 30
Nail Let-in Bracing 31
Nail End of Joist 32
Nail Rim Joist 32
Nail Sheathing 33
Nail Built-up Girders and Beams 34
Nail Joist Blocking 34
Nail Lapping Joists 35
Nail Drywall Backing 35
Nail Trusses to Wall 36
Nail Ceiling Joist, Rafters, and Ridge 36
Nail Rafters to Wall 37
Nail Blocks 37
Nail Fascia and Bargeboard 38
Chapter 3: Floor Framing 39
Step 1–Crown and Place Joists 42
Steps 2 and 3–Nail Rim Joists in Place and Cut Joists to Length 43
Step 4–Nail Joists in Place 44
Step 5–Frame Openings in Joists 45
Steps 6 and 7–Block Bearing Walls and Nail Joists to Walls 46
Step 8–Drywall Backing 47
Step 9–Subfloor Sheathing 48
Chapter 4: Wall Framing 49
Step 1–Spread Headers 52
Step 2–Spread Makeup 53
Steps 3–7–Assemble Wall 54
Step 8–Square Wall 55
Step 9–Sheathe Wall 56
Step 10–Install Nail-Flange Windows 57
Steps 11–15–Standing and Setting Wall 58
Step 16–Plumb and Line 59
Framing Rake Walls 62
Chapter 5: Roof Framing 71
Roof Framing Terms 74
Step 1–Finding the Lengths of Common Rafters 76
Step 2–Cut Common Rafter 85
Step 3–Set Ridge Board 88
Step 4–Set Common Rafters 89
Step 5–Find Length of Hip and Valley Rafters 90
Step 6–Cut Hip and Valley Rafters 91
Step 7–Set Hip and Valley Rafters 93
Step 8–Set Jack Rafters 94
Step 9–Block Rafters and Lookouts 95
Step 10–Set Fascia 95
Step 11–Install Sheathing 96
Learning Rafters by Example 97
Ceiling Joists 108
Step 1–Spread Trusses 110
Step 2–Sheathe Gable Ends 111
Step 3–Set Gable Ends 111
Step 4–Roll Trusses 112
Steps 5–8 113
Chapter 6: Doors, Windows, and Stairs 115
Door Framing Terms 118
Installation of Exterior Doors 118
Installation of Nail-Flange Window 121
Installation of Window Flashing 122
Steps for Window Flashing Installation When Windows Installed Before WRB (Weather Resistant Barrier) 123
Steps for Window Flashing Installation When Windows Installed After WRB (Weather Resistant Barrier) 124
Installation of Sliding Glass Doors 125
Installation of Stairs 126
Circular Stairs 131
Chapter 7: Layout 139
Wall Layout 142
Joist Layout 157
Rafter or Truss Layout 159
Roof Layout 159
Chapter 8: Engineered Wood Products 161
Engineered Panel Products 164
Engineered Lumber Products 165
Chapter 9: Wind and Earthquake Framing 185
The Strength of Good Framing 188
Understanding Structural Loads 188
Building Code Load Requirements 189
Regional Considerations 190
Framing Details 190
Hold-Downs 197
Positive Placement Nail Guns 202
Chapter 10: Building Code Requirements 205
Introduction to Building Codes 208
Framing According to Code 212
Protection from Decay 230
Termite Protection 238
Chapter 11: Green Framing 239
Green Framing Feeling 242
Advanced Framing 242
Material Selection 244
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) 245
SIP Installation 245
SIP Tools 251
Chapter 12: Preparing for a Job 253
Developing a Job Start Checklist 256
Reviewing the Plans and Making Preparations 259
Organizing the Job Site 263
Chapter 13: Managing the Framing Start 267
Checking Exterior Wall Dimensions 270
Checking Reference Lines for Square 271
Adjusting Reference Lines 272
Checking the Building for Level 274
Chapter 14: Managing a Framing Team 279
Managing Your Team 282
The Role of Lead Framers 283
Quality Control 292
Organizing Tools and Materials 293
Teaching Framers 296
Framing Tips for Every Task 298
Planning and Scheduling 306
Recordkeeping 308
Productivity 310
Chapter 15: Safety 317
Personal Protective Equipment 320
Hand Tools 321
Ladders 323
Fall Protection 323
Rough Terrain Forklift Safety 325
Housekeeping 327
Chapter 16: Healthy Framing 331
Healthy Framing 333
Injuries and Prevention 334
NIOSH Lifting Equation 336
Power Tool Weights 337
Lumber Weight Chart 338
Stretching 339
Noise 340
Glossary 343
Spanish Framing Terms 351
Index 359
