Complete Book of Framing An Illustrated Guide for Residential Construction by Scot Simpson
Contents of Complete Book of Framing
- Chapter 1: Introduction To Framing
- Framing Terms
- Framing Lumber
- Framing Sheathing
- Engineered Wood Products
- Lumber & Wood Structural Panel Grade Stamps
- Framing Nails
- Framing Tools
- Framing Tool Truck
- Cutting Lumber
- Protecting Lumber From Decay
- Preservative Treated Wood
- Chapter 2: Nailing Patterns
- Nail Top Plate To Studs
- Nail Bottom Plate To Studs
- Nail Double Plate To Top Plate
- Nail Corner
- Nail Walls Together Or Nail Double Studs
- Nail Trimmer To Stud
- Concrete Nailing
- Nail Bearing & Nonbearing Walls To Floor
- Perpendicular To Joists
- Nail Bearing & Nonbearing Walls To Floor
- Parallel To Joists
- Nail Header To Stud
- Nail Let-in Bracing
- Nail End Of Joist
- Nail Rim Joist
- Nail Sheathing
- Nail Built-up Girders & Beams
- Nail Joist Blocking
- Nail Lapping Joists
- Nail Drywall Backing
- Nail Trusses To Wall
- Nail Ceiling Joist, Rafters, & Ridge
- Nail Rafters To Wall
- Nail Blocks
- Nail Fascia & Bargeboard
- Chapter 3: Floor Framing
- Step –crown & Place Joists
- Steps & –nail Rim Joists In Place & Cut Joists To Length
- Step –nail Joists In Place
- Step –frame Openings In Joists
- Steps & –block Bearing Walls & Nail Joists To Walls
- Step –drywall Backing
- Step –subfl Oor Sheathing
- Chapter 4: Wall Framing
- Step –spread Headers
- Step –spread Makeup
- Steps – –assemble Wall
- Step –square Wall
- Step –sheathe Wall
- Step –install Nail-flange Windows
- Steps – –standing & Setting Wall
- Step –plumb & Line
- Framing Rake Walls
- Chapter 5: Roof Framing
- Roof Framing Terms
- Step –find The Lengths Of Common Rafters
- Step –cut Common Rafter
- Step –set Ridge Board
- Step –set Common Rafters
- Step –find Length Of Hip & Valley Rafters
- Step –cut Hip & Valley Rafters
- Step –set Hip & Valley Rafters
- Step –set Jack Rafters
- Step –block Rafters & Lookouts
- Step –set Fascia
- Step –install Sheathing
- Rafter Guidelines
- Ceiling Joists
- Step –spread Trusses
- Step –sheathe Gable Ends
- Step –set Gable Ends
- Step –roll Trusses
- Chapter 6: Doors, Windows, & Stairs
- Door Framing Terms
- Installation Of Exterior Doors
- Installation Of Nail-flange Window
- Installation Of Window Flashing
- Installation Of Sliding Glass Doors
- Installation Of Stairs
- Circular Stairs
- Chapter 7: Layout
- Wall Layout
- Joist Layout
- Rafter Or Truss Layout
- Roof Layout
- Chapter 8: Engineered Wood Products
- Engineered Panel Products
- Engineered Lumber Products
- Chapter 9: Wind & Earthquake Framing
- The Strength Of Good Framing
- Understanding Structural Loads
- Building Code Load Requirements
- Regional Considerations
- Framing Details
- Hold-downs
- Positive Placement Nail Guns
- Chapter 10: Building Code Requirements
- Introduction To Building Codes
- Framing According To Code
- Protection From Decay
- Termite Protection
- Chapter 11: Green Framing
- Green Framing Feeling
- Advanced Framing
- Material Selection
- Structural Insulated Panels (sips)
- Sip Installation
- Sip Tools
- Chapter 12: Preparing For A Job
- Developing A Job Start Checklist
- Reviewing The Plans & Making Preparations
- Organizing The Job Site
- Chapter 13: Managing The Framing Start
- Checking Exterior Wall Dimensions
- Checking Reference Lines For Square
- Adjusting Reference Lines
- Checking The Building For Level
- Chapter 14: Managing A Framing Team
- Managing Your Team
- The Role Of Lead Framers
- Quality Control
- Organizing Tools & Materials
- Teaching Framers
- Framing Tips For Every Task
- Planning & Scheduling
- Recordkeeping
- Productivity
- Chapter 15: Safety
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Hand Tools
- Ladders
- Fall Protection
- Rough Terrain Forklift Safety
- Housekeeping