Exam 10: Floor Framing

Platform framing is done with long studs that rest on the foundation sill plate.

The post-and-beam frame uses large structural members.

If joists are lapped over the girder, the minimum amount of lap is 3 inches and the maximum overhang is ____ inches.

You may cut or notch the flanges of wood I-beams wherever necessary.

Joists should rest on at least 1 1 / 2 inches of bearing on wood and 3 inches on ____.

Joists lapped on top of a girder must be cut to length.

If built-up girders of dimension lumber or engineered lumber are used, a minimum of ____ members are fastened together with three 3 1 / 2 inch or 16d nails at each end.

____ are heavy beams that support the inner ends of floor joists.

All the techniques used for the prevention of termite attack are based on keeping the wood in the structure ____ and making it as difficult as possible for termites to get to the wood.

Joists are generally spaced 16 inches OC (on center) in conventional framing.