Slide 6 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two types of wall systems?
A
Load bearing walls and non-load bearing walls
2
Q
Can load bearing walls be interior walls?
A
Yes
3
Q
What do load bearing walls support?
A
Floor and roof loads
4
Q
How is wall framing constructed?
A
Framing is laid out on floor system and then tilted up into position
5
Q
What kinds of studs are used when constructing a lintel?
A
King stud, jack stud, cripples
6
Q
Where are cripples located?
A
Under wall opening where a lintel is.
7
Q
What can you use instead of an extra stud in a wall corner?
A
Drywall clips
8
Q
What is used to support wall systems from racking?
A
A diagonal brace
9
Q
What is the height of stud based on?
A
Unsupported height