Floor framing

Framing A Floor Using "I" JoistsThis article teaches you how to build a floor for a house on a concrete foundation. This framing system can also be used for framing storage shed floors.This floor framing system is typical over basements and crawl spaces. Joist spans and spacing are determined by engineering that is published by the manufacturer.Every floor joist manufacturer has product literature and telephone support with engineered span and spacing tables specifying typical joist...

Floor structure distributes load from the rest of building to the foundations. It should be designed to avoid a deflection, which can be achieved in more ways.

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Know how to frame a wall? You'll learn what straight and plum means. Grab a pile of 2x4's and read this guide on basic wall framing for a shed office.

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Dear Pat: We are building a room addition to our house. A group of friends is going to help frame and raise the walls. What is the best way to raise them, and how do we take care of bowed wall studs? -- Suzanne C.

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Build your walls straight, sturdy and plumb with these great tips.