Framing Basics

Front

the framing members that go across the bottom and the top of a wall are called

Back

plates

Front

a 2"x4" piece of framing lumber is actually

Back

1.5"x3.5"

Front

The framing member that goes vertically between the bottom and top plate

Back

stud

Front

the framing member that supports the load above an opening such as a door or window

Back

header

Front

the studs that frame openings

Back

king stud

Front

small framing members that span above headers and below sills

Back

cripples

Front

common spacing between studs

Back

16"

Front

A 4"x6" is actually what size?

Back

3.5"x5.5"

Front

Small pieces that span between studs for attaching sheet rock.

Back

blocking

Front

framing member that supports the load of the header

Back

trimmer