Quick-Card: Residential Construction: Envelope.laminated, full-color, 6-page

When you've got the foundation in place, it's time to turn to the frame! This laminated, full-color, 6-page guide covers the basics of framing residential construction. Designed for contractors, property owners... anyone who needs a quick overview of the basics involved in this key building phase. Residential Buildings, Framing Procedures, Types of Construction, Slab-On-Grade, Construction, Raised/Floor Construction, Framing Workmanship, Properties of Common and Box Nails, Nailing Schedule, Nail Sizes, Rafter Ties, Framing Notes, Purlins, Inspections, Illustrations: Slab-on-Grade Construction (Wall Section); Nail Sizes; Rafter Ties; Purlins; Raised Floor Construction (Wall Section); Typical 2-Story Exterior Wall Framing.