Lecture Notes: Framing Out Eaves

Introduction

• Presenter shares their method for framing eaves.
• Acknowledges multiple methods exist, but this is their preferred method.

Fascia Installation

• Material Options:
  • Timber Fascia
  • Metal Fascia (preferred by the presenter).
• Important Note:
  • Groove in fascia must be below the end of rafters or truss tails to fit sheets properly.

Initial Timber Placement

• Place a timber piece at the end of one wall run.
• Timber should run along the wall's length, extending past the wall.
• Nail timber to the wall, positioned 10mm above the brickwork.
• Ensure bricklayer has laid brickwork to a drop-off height.

Timber and Groove Alignment

• Timber runs level, just above the groove along the wall.
• Nail it back to the wall frame, ensuring:
  • 10mm clearance
  • Level placement

Support Trimmers and Droppers

• Purpose:
  • Support the initially placed timber.
• Installation:
  • Use tile batten or offcuts as trimmers or droppers.
  • Nail trimmers flush to the framing member's bottom.

Dealing with Windows

• Windows usually set in from the brickwork.
• Method:
  • Nail first batten to the window frame for support.
  • Add trimmers between brickwork and window.
  • Consider blocking to support corners and molding.

Molding and Final Adjustments

• Molding options: Quad, Square, Scotia
• Function:
  • Cover gaps
  • Allow for timber shrinkage and house settling
• 10mm gap prevents roof pressure on brickwork.

Key Considerations

• Framing must support sheet weight.
• Ensure 10mm clearance for house settling.
• Proper framing is essential, avoid makeshift methods.

Conclusion

• Emphasizes importance of sturdy framing for eaves.
• Proper construction ensures long-term structural integrity.