A
A
B
B
X
X
X
X
X
X
2.
Install (8) eight 72" wall studs between the top and bottom plates. Usd 10d sinkers, (2) two
nails at each stud end. Nail both wall frames together with 10d sinkers.
3.
Square wall frame. Measure diagonally (corner to corner). The measurements will be the same
when the wall is square.
4.
Install the first siding panel with the 'LAP' edge extending 3-1/2" past the wall frame and 3/4"
below bottom plate. Use 8d galv. nails spaced 8" apart. Tip: Use 3/4" trim board as a gauge.
5.
Install (2) two more siding panels. Cut the last panel to extend 3-1/2" beyond the wall frame.
X
X
X
X
X
X
68-1/2" Wall Plate
2x4-72" Wall Studs
Step 1
Assemble 12' Back Wall
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
Siding to extend 3/4”
below bottom plate
LAP
Edge
A B
Siding Extends 3-1/2"
Past 2x4 Stud
Do not discard any material until construction is complete. Including short blocks of 2x4s.
