Framing Unit

Why is it important the everyone in construction know basic framing?

• because you need to know how a house it build before you can work or renovate it

• because you wont be able to get certified

• because framing is the most important

• because you may need to change the framing durning your install

Answer explanation

when you are working on a home or project, you need to be able to know where studs are or what walls are carrying load. Even for a simple task like hanging a picture, it important to know how to locate studs.

what type of wood is most commonly used for framing homes?

• Oak

• Maple

• LVL Laminated veneer lumber

• SPF (Spruce, Pine, Fir)

Answer explanation

softwood trees grow faster and are not as dense as hardwood tree, thus making softwood easier to work with and it take screws and nails easier with lower risk of splitting. Soft woods are much more sustainable.

which one of the following pictures is soft wood

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Answer explanation

soft woods tent to be lighter in colour, also hardwoods have a tighter or denser grain

what is the actual size of a 2x4?

• 2x4

• 1-1/2 x 3-1/2

• 2x 3-1/2

• 1x4

why is a 2x4 not exactly 2x4?

• from milling and processing the stud loses 1/4" per side

• we use centimeters

• inflation

• Taxes

what does the last number in 2x4x8 mean?

• the width

• the length

• the thickness

• the grade

what is typically used to fasten lumber for framing?

• screws

• glue

• nails

• zip ties

what does LVL stand for?

• laminated veneer lumber

• laminated vertical lumber

• laminated vertical load

• luminated veneer lumber

what is the the typical spacing for studs?

• 12"

• 16"

• 24"

• 30"

which of the following wood is hardwood?

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