H2 - Framing Materials LT #1 Flashcards
Are engineered framing products covered by the Building code?
They are covered by the manufacturer’s testing and certification process, but the instruction and engineering supplied by the manufacturer must be followed the same as if it was part of the building code
If a building use or design of a certain occupancy type, building code may reequire framing to be:
Non-combustible.
What should be considered for each framing project?
Availability, cost & environmental factors should be considered
Where might the sizing, species & grade be found for selecting framing materials?
In the plans, specs. & contract. Also, the building code.
Name 4 things that should be considered when a designer is selecting framing materials.
1) Building code
2) Availability
3) Cost
4) Environmental conditions
What often affects the cost of framing materials?
1) Availability
2) Lengths
3) Species
4) Grade
When a carpenter has to deviate from what is listed on the plans, who does the carpenter need to get written permission from?
The person representing the owner for any deviations. This may be the architect, engineer, project manager or the owner
Cost is often based on what factors?
1) Availability
2) Special order materials
3) Shipped from long distances
Lumber lengths over 22 ft. are priced at a higher or lower rate?
Often priced higher
What is an affordable solution when lumber lengths are desired or spans are greater than normal?
Use Engineered products
The choice of sheathing materials is normally affected by:
The cost
In areas with a high moisture index, framing materials should not be:
Spruce or pine, as they are more subject to rout compared to:
Douglas Fir
Which lumber is not covered in most building code tables?
Western red cedar
Pressure-treated wood is usually used for:
Deck framing & for foundation sill plates, corrosion resistant fasteners must be used if in contact with pressure treated material
