Exam 11: Wall and Ceiling Framing

The top and bottom horizontal members of a wall frame are called ____.

____ are short boards fastened to the side of a ceiling joist and centered on the joint.

The main parts of an interior steel framing system are ____, track, channels, and accessories.

Headers run at right angles to wall studs.

____ walls support the ceiling and roof.

Metal furring may be used on ceilings and walls by applying them at ____ angles to joists or studs.

With the addition of a 2 * 6 installed on edge, the ribband becomes a ____.

Framing a triangle is a common method of creating a strong and rigid building.

Jack studs and trimmers do the same type of job.

____ is used to provide support for later fastening of trim or fixtures.

Ribbands and strongbacks are similar where the ribband is used to carry more load.

____ is installed to provide support for parts of the structure, weather-tightness, and draftstopping.

The width and height of rough openings are always indicated in the floor plans.

In a conventionally framed roof, the rafters and the ceiling joists form a ____.

Studs are vertical members of the wall frames that do not run full length between plates.

Rafters are in a staggered alignment at the ridge when the ceiling joists are lapped.

Horizontal application of steel furring channels on walls is preferred.

____ studs provide for fastening of interior wall covering in the corners formed by intersecting walls.

The weight of the roof and weather are transferred from the roof to the exterior walls.

Wall sheathing is the first layer applied to wall studs.