Supplement Details
Header Support
1.
If you purchased a 32"x80" entry door, locate where you want the opening to be and build a
37-1/2" door header. You'll need to cut (4) four 37-1/2" long 2x4s, (3) three 5-5/8" long 2x4s
and a 3-1/2"x37-1/2" piece of OSB. If you have a different size door adjust accordingly.
2.
Assemble header as shown in Detail 'A'. First assemble (2) two 37-1/2" 2x4s and OSB. Next
assemble (1) one 37-1/2" 2x4 and (3) three 5-5/8" 2x4s. Nail this assembly to bottom of previous
assembled pieces. Last nail the remaining 2x4 to the 5-5/8" boards. Use 10d sinkers for all.
3.
Secure the header by nailing through the top plate and wall studs with 10d sinkers.
4.
Cut (2) two header supports from pre-cut wall studs and install under the door header.
Detail 'A'
(2) two 2x4s on edge with
OSB nailed in between.
2x4 flat
5-5/8" 2x4s
This assumes a 92-5/8" long stud length. Adjust accordingly if stud length differs
