Floor and Wall Framing

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Framing method where walls (generally over 10' tall) run the entire vertical length from the floor sill plate to the roof even in a two story home

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Balloon Framing

Front

A structural member carrying building loads (weight) from one support to another. Sometimes called a "girder".

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Beam

Front

The "2 by 4's or 2 by 6's" that attach to the subfloor when the wall is raised vertically.

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Sole Plate

Front

An inclined piece of framing lumber applied to wall or floor to strengthen the structure. Often used on walls as temporary support until framing has been completed.

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Brace

Front

Part of the foundation wall where brick (veneer) will rest.

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Brick Ledge

Front

A vertical facing of brick laid against and fastened to sheathing of a framed wall or tile wall construction.

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Brick Veneer

Front

Small wood or metal members that are inserted in a diagonal position between the floor joists or rafters at mid-span for the purpose of bracing the joists/rafters & spreading the load.

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Bridging

Front

An overhang. Where one floor extends beyond and over a foundation wall. For example at a fireplace location or bay window may hang over the Foundation. Normally, not extending over 2 feet.

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Cantilever

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One of a series of parallel framing members used to support ceiling loads and supported in turn by larger beams, girders or bearing walls. Also called roof joists.

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Ceiling Joists

Front

Short vertical "2 by 4's or 2 by 6's" frame lumber installed above or below a window or door.

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Cripple Studs