Framing Basics

the framing members that go across the bottom and the top of a wall are called

• headers

• plates

• studs

• trimmers

a 2"x4" piece of framing lumber is actually

• 1.25"x2.75"

• 1.75"x3.625"

• 2"x4"

• 1.5"x3.5"

The framing member that goes vertically between the bottom and top plate

• trimmer

• header

• stud

• plate

the framing member that supports the load above an opening such as a door or window

• trimmer

• header

• stud

• gable

the studs that frame openings

• queen stud

• king stud

• jack stud

• ace stud

small framing members that span above headers and below sills

• plates

• headers

• cripples

• studs

common spacing between studs

• 18"

• 12"

• 16"

• 48"

A 4"x6" is actually what size?

• 3.5"x5.5"

• 4"x6"

• 4.25"x6.25"

• 4mmx6mm

Small pieces that span between studs for attaching sheet rock.

• trim

• small studs

• tackling

• blocking

framing member that supports the load of the header

• stud

• trimmer

• plate

• cripple