A
A
B
B
X
X
X
X
X
X
2.
Install 72" wall studs between the top and bottom plates. Assemble wall frames with
10d sinkers, two (2) nails at each stud end. Nail both wall frames together.
X
X
X
X
X
X
68-1/2" Wall Plate
2x4-6' Wall Studs
Step 4
Assemble 12' Long Sidewalls - No Doors
1.
Position 2x4-68-1/2" boards together and indicate with 'X' marks, where the wall studs
will be located. Mark the ends that will butt together with the letters 'A' and 'B'.
68-1/2" Wall Plate
24"
19-3/4"
24"
23-1/4"
68-1/2" Wall Plate
A
B
3.
Square wall frame. Measure diagonally (corner to corner). The measurements will be the
same when the wall is square.
4. Install the 1st siding panel with the 'LAP' edge extending 3-1/2" past the wall frame. The
bottom will extend 3/4" below the bottom plate. Tip: Use 3/4" trim board as a gauge.
5. Install the other siding panels. Cut the last panel to extend 3-1/2" beyond the wall frame.
Siding to extend 3/4”
below bottom plate
LAP
Edge
A B
The siding will be 1/2" below the
top of the wall frame on all walls.
Siding Extends 3-1/2"
Past 2x4 Stud
