Exam 11: Wall and Ceiling Framing

Joists are toenailed into position with at least two ____ D (3-inch) nails.

____ insulated panels consist of two outer skins and an inner core of an insulating material.

In some locales, wind and seismic forces require the use of a(n) ____ to improve the lateral (side-to-side) strength of an exterior wall.

____ bracing is a continuous diagonal 1 *4 notched into the face of the studs, top plate, and sole plate at each corner of the building.

To estimate the amount of material needed for ____, multiply the total linear feet of wall by three, divide by desired length of plate material, and then add 5 percent for waste in cutting.

Exterior walls are referred to as walls, and interior walls are referred to as ____.

Corner posts are the same length as ____.

____ channels or hat track are hat-shaped pieces made of 18- and 33-mil steel.

In a balloon construction, ____ are used to support the second-floor joists.

A rough ceiling height of ____ is a standard for most homes.