Framing construction

Bits of framing advice the Fine Homebuilding editors all wish they'd known the first (and last) time they strapped on their tool bags.

Perhaps you are adding walls onto an existing concrete pad, or perhaps you are building a new home from the concrete foundation up. Either way, it is very important to securely attach the wood framing to the concrete element. So you are wisely wondering how best to fasten your wood framing to concrete. In this […]

When I study the construction phrases, I saw this set of terms of construction. Recorded here for further use. Balloon Framed Wall – Framed walls (generally over 10′ tall) that...

If you want to waste time and money when framing, don’t think about the electrical work, the plumbing, the heat ducts, the drywall, or the finish carpentry. Whether you do them yourself or hire subcontractors, these trades come next. And unless you’re working with them in mind every step of the way, yourframing can be in the way. - Fine Homebuilding #LarryHaun #Framing #Carpentry #HomeBuilding

Want to learn about house framing, but find the terminology confusing? Read this handy guide to common house framing terms.