Tim Carter explains some of the features of a unique wood truss that spans a large garage. The shape of the truss made it possible for garage transom windows to be visible inside the garage!
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Tim Carter demonstrates the key components of a timber frame roof. You'll discover all sorts of things about rafters, collar ties and purlins.
Tim Carter demonstrates one type of cold roof system. They help prevent wood rot and can prevent ice dams and the leaks caused by ice dams.
Tim Carter describes the SIP roof system on a timber-framed home. The cross section of the SIP panel is unbelievable in this video. You'll see the long screws used to hold the structural insulated panel in place.
When framing an interior wall, the wall has to be plumb and in the same plane. Building a wall can be done on the floor, then lifted it into place, or built in place. These tips will assist you with house framing.
Tim Carter talks about the advantage of prefab frame walls on a home construction job.
Tim Carter demonstrates some important tips about lally columns, wood beams and bearing points.
Tim Carter demonstrates some important tips about the rough framing at a doorway.
Tim Carter demonstrates some important tips about the rough framing at a doorway.
When framing a door, there are several factors to consider. The door framing could be different for interior and exterior doors, and if the door is being framed in a load-bearing wall.
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