Construction Process

Introduction

• Once the floor is down, it marks the progression from groundwork.
• The next steps include wall layout and construction.

Layout Process

• Blueprints: Use blueprints to determine wall locations.
• Chalk Lines: Essential for marking wall locations on the floor deck.
• Block Marking:
  • Use a 2x6 block for outside walls.
  • Mark 5.5 inches from the edge for 2x6 walls.
  • Adjust block size for different wall dimensions (e.g., 2x4).
• Dry Line: Used for accurate alignment over long distances.
• Rechecking: Ensure walls are parallel.

Marking and Measuring

• Wall Center Marking: Measure and mark wall centers from the building’s edge.
• Marking for Plumbing: Mark and lay out walls that include plumbing accordingly.
• Interior Walls: Generally 2x4 unless additional space is needed for plumbing.

Wall Layout

• Long and Short Walls: Layout long walls first, then shorter sections.
• Blueprint Consultation: Frequent referencing is crucial for accuracy.

Rake Wall Construction

• Rake Wall: Angled to follow roof slope.
• Stud Lengths: Vary due to angle.
• Full Scale Layout: Done on the floor to guide construction.

Plating the Floor

• Plates: Tops and bottoms of walls; placed in order.
• Through Walls vs. Butt Walls:
  • Through walls run the length of the building.
  • Butt walls run width-wise and connect to through walls.
• Correct Plating: Avoid 'log cabin style' to facilitate wall raising.

Positioning and Cutting Plates

• 2x6 Exterior Plates: Position without cutting initially.
• Interior Plates: Snug against exterior, cut for pipes when necessary.

Walls with Plumbing

• Position and Tack: Plates are tacked into place before cutting.
• Pipe Notches: Cut plates around plumbing pipes.

Framing Walls

• Windows and Doors: Ignore at initial plating stage; cut later.

Construction Details

• Corners and Channels:
  • Various methods to ensure structural integrity and drywall support.
• Double Top Plate: Ensures structural integrity.
• Headers and Trimmers:
  • Header height varies; use a story pole to measure.
  • Trimmers run from header to sill or bottom plate.

Detailing Plates

• Header Spotting: Position headers correctly using blueprints.
• Wall Intersections: Mark channel stud locations.
• Stud Layout: Efficiently mark using a layout stick.

Building Walls

• Framing Process:
  • Position window frames and nail components together.
  • Follow specific nail patterns for structural integrity.
• Wall Bracing:
  • Use 1x6 or metal framing brace for stability.

Raising Walls

• Temporary Bracing: Essential to prevent wall collapse.
• Nailing and Adjusting: Ensure accurate and secure wall positioning.

Interior Walls

• Similar Framing and Bracing: As with exterior walls.

Securing Walls to Concrete

• Powder-Actuated Tool: Secure interior walls to concrete.

Final Adjustments

• Plumb Walls: Ensure walls are vertical.
• Straightening Walls: Use dry lines and other tools to ensure alignment.

Additional Considerations

• Multi-story Building: Requires a more robust foundation.
• Simple vs. Complex Carpentry: This house is simple; mastering it is a step to more complex structures.