BCO Wall & Ceiling Framing

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How do you find the square footage of a given layout?

A= length(l) x width (w)

Do nonbearing partitions require headers?

No

What is a strongback needed for?

Keeping joists even along lower edges, maintaining proper spacing between ceiling joists and strengthening a long span of ceiling joists

How do you find the perimeter of a given layout?

P= 2(length) + 2(width) or just add up all the sides

How do you find out how much sheathing you need?

Take the total square footage(area) and divide by 32 (given that you are using standard sheathing that is 4x8)

How do you determine how many studs you will need to use?

Use 1 stud for every foot of wall; need to know perimeter (length of walls

What is a story pole?

a measuring stick that represents the actual wall frame, with markings made at the proper height for every horizontal member of the wall frame

What is the first step in estimating the number of studs required ?

calculate the length of all the walls and partitions.

When making a master stud pattern layout, the R.O. height is measured how?

from the bottom of the header to the top of the rough sill

What should the position of the ceiling joists be along the double plate?

should be coordinated with the location of the rafters

Immediately after a wall section is up, secure it with nails in the?

sole plate

In platform construction, what do wall-framing members include?

sole plates, top plates, studs, headers, and sheathing

What do trimmer studs do?

stiffen the sides of an opening and bear the direct weight of the header

What is the purpose of the special backing let into the studs?

to provide backing for mounting various fixtures and appliances

When listing the size of a rough opening, what dimension is given first?

width

What spacing is commonly used in residential structures?

16" O.C.

What should the height of the opening actually measure if the architectural plans show the rough opening of a window to be 3' -2" x 4'-9" ?

4'-9"


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