Framing

Structural Insulated Panels

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Structural insulated panels are a time-saving option for framing homes.

Framing Connections

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Tips on the framing that can keep your home solid for generations.

Advanced Framing Techniques

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Using advanced framing techniques saves on lumber costs and energy costs.

Engineered Studs

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Using engineered lumber can provide more uniformity for house framing.

Framing Windows With Less Lumber

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Optimum value engineering permits framing windows with fewer studs while keeping the structural support of the window frame.

Ladder Framing Allows Better Insulation

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Increase space for more insulation by reducing the amount of wood needed.

Prefabricated Wall Panels

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Prefabricated wall panels can save time and costs at the job site.

Framing the Addition

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The crew frames the addition to the Wilsons' 70-year-old Cape Cod.

OVE and Stack Framing

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Optimum Value Engineering (OVE) and stack framing save lumber and energy.

Preventing Drywall Cracks

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Prevent drywall cracks by inspecting for any problems during framing.

HGTV Dream Home 2019: From Framing to Finish

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Raised Heel Roof Trusses

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Raised heel roof trusses offer the most energy efficient roof framing.

HGTV Dream Home 2011: Raising a 3,000-Pound Wall

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The HGTV Dream Home 2011 walls are framed on the ground, then lifted into place.

Insulated Concrete Forms

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An alternative for framing houses is to use Insulated Concrete Form walls.

Ladder Framing for Insulation

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The ladder framing method creates space for more insulation with less wood.

How to Build a Cathedral Ceiling: Best Practices

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A dramatic cathedral ceiling makes a strong statement in a home's interior, but make sure to follow the best practices to eliminate mold and wood rot while also saving money on lumber and materials. For example spray foam insulation helps create an air-tight seal that eliminates the need for ridge and soffit venting. This also allows you to save on lumber by using 2"x10" framing instead of the traditional 2"x12" boards that were needed for ventilation.

How to Frame a Vintage Tea Towel

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Vintage tea towels and other small hand-embroidered linens are not only beautiful, they're often a sentimental reminder of a beloved ancestor. Honor your family's history or just creatively upcycle a favorite thrift store find by framing the linen's embroidered details.

How to Frame a Favorite Family Recipe

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In just a few steps, turn a treasured family recipe into DIY decor for your kitchen or a sweet handmade gift for mom.