Carpentry theory

Theory
Carpentry
Cody walsh
Colin kenndy
Matthew bursey
Matthew druken
Dylan marhe

Cody walsh
Colin kenndy
Matthew druken
Dylan marhe
Mathew bursey

What are the nominal

sizes of lumber used for
floor joists
Wood floor joists are generally2 in. (38 mm) thick
and either 6, 8, 10 or 12 in. (140, 184, 235 or286
mm) deep. The size depends upon the loading,
length of span, spacing between joists, the species
and grade of lumber used, and the deflection which
may be allowed.

What is the difference between

nominal and actual size lumber?
thenominal sizeof thelumberyou
purchase is different from theactual
size. Ususally, there is 1/2
inchdifferencein measurements
over 2 inches and 1/4

What is the difference between OSB

and plywood
WhileOSB(Oriented Strand Board) is
generally cheaper thanplywood, it is heavier
and not as stiff as plywood and can result in
soft squeaky floors under weight. The biggest
complaint against OSB is that it doesn't
handle moisture very well so it is more suited
for indoor use. Moisture also affects the
strength of plywood; so while exterior glued
plywood can be used outdoors, it works best
when moisture content remains low. OSB has
over 70% market share for structural panels.

What is a corner post and

what purpose does serve
Corner postsare constructed
wherever a wall ties into another
wall the purpose is something to
screw the dry wall on to

how to build a wall

1.On the floor, lay the top and bottom
plates side by side.2.Locate the joists in
the ceiling3.Hang a plumb bob4.Use
stud-framing clips to install each wall
stud5.Form the connections and corners.

Bottom Plate

Corner Braces

Cripple Stud

Header

Load-Bearing Wall

Non Load-Bearing Wall

On Center

Rough Opening

Sole Plate

Stud

Trimmer

Explain how to build a

truss on a house part 1
1
Determine if homemade trusses are suitable for the project you're building
2
Design your truss
3
Select the appropriate lumber for the truss you'l4
Set upsawhorsesor another flat, stable work place to build your trusses
l construct

How to build a truss on a house part

2
5
Place the bottom chord board with the crown up, then place the boards the top chords will be
cut from over it, so each member laps where they will intersect when the truss is built6
Mark the top cuts on the top chords where they will meet at the roof peak. 7
Determine whether the top chord or bottom chord will overhang the eave of your building, and
then choose the appropriate bottom cut of the top chord. 8
Locate the position of the intermediate diagonal bracing members you'll need to complete the
truss9
Use one of each unique member you have marked and cut as a pattern to mark subsequent
members for each truss you plan to build.
10
Determine if toe-nailing the members will create a strong enough truss for you project11
Nail each member of the first truss together, supporting it at intersections with additional
boards or posts to keep the assembly flat while it is laying on it's side

12
Use the first truss you assembled as a template to assemble the remaining trusses.
13
Stack the completed trusses on dunnage so they lay as flat as possible, and in the best
alignment you can achieve to prevent them from warping prior to installation
14
Install your trusses on the project you're building.