Carpentry 1 Module 6- Components of a Wall

Front

A wood block used as a filler piece and support between framing members.

Back

Blocking

Front

The upper horizontal framing member that the studs are nailed in to. It is eventually double up.

Back

Top plate

Front

The lowest horizontal member that the studs are nailed in to. When the wall is stood, it is nailed to the subfloor.

Back

Sole plate

Front

A full length stud next to an opening that the header is nailed in to.

Back

King stud

Front

A short framing stud that fills the space between the header and top plate or rough sill and soleplate.

Back

Cripple

Front

A horizontal structural member that supports the load over a window or door opening.

Back

Header

Front

A wall that divides the interior space of a building. It can be load bearing or non-load bearing.

Back

Partition

Front

A vertical framing member that forms the side of a rough opening and transfers the weight of the header to the soleplate.

Back

Trimmer stud

Front

A framed opening that allows for enough room plus shim clearance for a window or door to be installed.

Back

Rough opening

Front

The main vertical framing member that is placed 16" or 24" on center.

Back

Stud