Wall Framing Flashcards
Exterior wood-frame wall systems perform 2 functions. Name them.
- To support the weight of the floors/roof
- To provide a nailing surface for cladding/enveloppe
True or False. It is important to leave a little moisture to allow for expansion and to avoid cracks.
True.
What are the components for wall framing?
- Double Top Plate
- Wall Stud
- Cripple Stud
- King Stud
- Jack Stud
- Header/Lintel
- Sill Plate
- Cripple Stud
- Sole Plate
What stud sizes are used for exterior wall framing in Quebec?
2 x 4 and 2 x 6
At what spacing should the studs be for a non-load-bearing partition?
16” or 24”
At what spacing should the studs be for load bearing wall?
12” or 16”
What is blocking/fire stopping?
Fire blocking aims to prevent or at least slow the vertical movement of flames, smoke and gases by sealing off concealed spaces like stud cavities and soffits.
Other than fire stopping, how does blocking help?
- Provides support for piping
- Provides support for cabinets
- Provides support for utilities
- Provides a nailing surface
What is the standard height for a finished floor to a finished ceiling?
8’-0”
True or False. Blocking/Firestopping is never staggered.
False.
True or False. There is no horizontal blocking in the exterior wall to avoid thermal bridging.
True.
In 3 steps, describe how to put up a wall.
- Tilt up the wall
- Nail the wall to the subfloor
- Install temporary wall bracing
Exterior wall __________ are the vertical framing members to which wall ______________ is attached. The vertical members are supported on ________ plates and in turn support _________ plates.
- Studs
- Sheathing
- Sole
- Top
Solid sheathing panels are applied to wood-frame walls to resist ___________ loads, and keep the walls _________.
- Lateral
- Square
The center-to-center spacings of framing members in a wood frame wall are generally…
a. 12”, 16” or 24”
b. 12”, 24” or 36”
c. 2’, 3’ or 4’
d. virtually any spacing may be used depending on architectural or structural considerations.
a. 12”, 16” or 24”
Reminder: Know how to draw Plan View - Corner Details
In the space below draw a plan view of how you want the carpenters to frame an exterior corner in a wood frame wall, in our climate. Use the light thin lines as real dimension guidelines for your 2x6” baseplate/studs ( ie. NOT actually 6” )
True or False. Sheathing panels provide adequate bracing to resist lateral loads and to keep walls square while contributing to the overall stiffness of the building.
True.
What are the 4 different types of sheathing?
- Asphalt-impregnated sheathing
- GWB
- Asphenite
- OSB
True or False. Non-structural sheathing does not provide bracing.
True. It’s bad ( ex: Rigid foam insulation )
What is wall bracing?
Wall bracing is a construction technique used to improve the structural stability of a building. Bracing systems include wood and steel components that distribute the load evenly and laterally, increasing the safety of the superstructure.
At what angle should a cut-in diagonal bracing be?
45 degrees
Reminder: Know how to draw Plan View - Intersection Detail for exterior and interior wall partitions
Refer to PowerPoint
Define “Plumb”
Perfectly vertical.
How do you calculate the dimensions of an opening?
R.O plus 1/2” all around.
Define “Lintel”
It is a beam that carries the load of a wall across a window or door opening.
At what stud height should blocking be required?
10 feet
