Remodeling 22: Wood Framing Answers
Here's a list of Dave's answers about home improvement you might find of help. Click on a title to see its answer.
Could you please tell me how you build headers for closet bifold doors that are 6'0" wide on non-bearing walls? Do you just build them out of 2x4's?
[see answer]Do you know how I might find information on building the walls and roof of a residential home from cement as they do in commercial construction? This seems like it would be an extremely strong and inexpensive building.
[see answer]Should I put tar paper against the cement foundation wall before I put up the 2x4's?
[see answer]How do you construct a window well?
[see answer]Can you give me some guidance on wood for my bar? For framing, I'll use treated lumber, but for the exterior visible surfaces, I wanted to use something a little nicer.
[see answer]My question right now is on removing (filling in) an existing window. I am clear on what I will need to do with the framing. My question is on the exterior sheeting.
[see answer]I'm building a 10' x 12' gambrel roof storage shed on 3 - 4" x 6" runners and I'm going to use 2"x12"x12
[see answer]On a 2x6 exterior wall, how thick do you make the door header?
[see answer]Do you have any instructions/tips for installing a ridge vent on an existing attic roof?
[see answer]The home I am building is a 28x30 Chalet style home. I am considering using metal roof sheeting. On a residential home, can the sheeting be installed with purlins alone attached to the rafters, without sheeting, or do I need both.
[see answer]How do you fill and seal the gaps between cement and brick or cement and cinder block AND how do you fix the cracks in a cinder block wall?
[see answer]Do you have any advice for me to give my husband on setting poles for a pole building? It will be a 28' x 40' garage.
[see answer]I'm building a gazebo and have a question about how to attach the beams at the top of my posts.
[see answer]I am interested in taking down an interior wall that separates my kitchen and dining room and the wall runs parallel with the floor joists. Are there any special precautions that I should keep in mind while undertaking this project?
[see answer]I am determined to turn an unfinished attic into a bedroom. How do I get started?
[see answer]I have to repair some stucco damage around the outside of the house due to water coming up behind the stucco. How can I get a good color match and how do I go about getting started?
[see answer]I am in the process of building a dog house for my German Shepherd puppy. Can you please tell me what would be the correct size to accomodate her when she has reached her adult state?
[see answer]When installing doors and windows in a new construction house, how much bigger do I make the rough opening than the actual size of the door or window?
[see answer]Is there a standard width to a hallway? Also I've got a 36" front entrance door, the rest are 32". Is there a reason to put a 36" door anywhere else?
[see answer]Do you use tar paper for moisture barrier under vinyl siding, the same as felt paper? We have 15 and 30 pound, which one? Is Tyvek housewrap better?
[see answer]Can you tell me what amount of vents should be in the skirting of a mobile home?
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