WorksheetsFraming Unit
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 6mins
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
what type of wood is most commonly used for framing homes?
Oak
Maple
LVL Laminated veneer lumber
SPF (Spruce, Pine, Fir)
which one of the following pictures is soft wood
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?
