C
2.
Mark a 'C' anywhere left of first stud mark. This is referenced in a later step.
3.
Install (7) seven pre-cut wall studs between the top & bottom plates. Nail top plate to studs using
(2) two 10d sinkers per stud. Nail bottom plate to studs using (2) two 16d galv. nails per stud.
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The length of pre-cut studs will vary from 92-1/4" to 93"
depending the what part of the county you are located.
Step 1
Assemble Sidewalls
140-1/2" Treated
Bottom Plate
4.
Repeat to assemble (3) three more 140-1/2" long wall frames.
5.
Set frames aside.
Pre-Cut
Wall Studs
1.
Cut (2) two 2x4-12' to a length of 140-1/2". Position the boards together and indicate with
'X' marks where the wall studs will be located.
Stud Spacing
Top Wall Plate
Treated Bottom Plate
Do not discard any material until construction is complete, including short 2x4 blocks.
99" Long 2x8
Step 2
Assemble Door Header
1.
Locate (2) two 2x8-10' boards. Cut these boards
to a length of 99".
2.
Assemble the door header using 2x8 boards
and (2) two 7-1/4" x 48" OSB filler included
in our kit. Apply wood glue to both sides of of
OSB. Position OSB fillers 1-1/2" from either
end of 2x8s. Nail together with (12) twelve
10d sinkers spaced evenly on each side.
OSB Filler
1-1/2" From End
140-1/2" Top Plate
24"
19-3/4"
140-1/2"
Wall Plates
24"
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