Step 10 Assemble 116-1/2" Long Back Wall
2.
Install (7) seven pre-cut wall studs between the top and bottom plates. Use 16d galvanized
nails for the treated bottom plate and 16d coated sinker nails for the top plate.
3.
Locate the cut siding panel from Step 5 (or Step 7) and install the siding panel with the
'Cut Edge' extending 3-1/2" beyond the end of the wall.
4.
Install (2) two more full siding panels. Install siding using 8d galvanized box nails
spaced 8" apart.
1.
Cut (1) one treated 2x4-10' and (1) one untreated 2x4-10' to a length of 116-1/2". Position
the boards together and indicate with 'X' marks where the wall studs will be located.
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Treated Bottom Plate
Untreated Top Plate
19-3/4"
116-1/2" Wall Plate
24"
24"
19-3/4"
116-1/2" Untreated Plate
116-1/2" Treated Plate
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Siding Extends 3-1/2"
Beyond 2x4 Frame
Cut Edge
Install siding flush for concrete slab
or 3/4" below plate for wood floor.
