Tuesday, July 10, 2007Framing The Opening Measure the header that fits between the two existing studs. If both of these studs are located from the opening, it may be hard to read tape measure inside the wall. It's a good idea to cut the header slightly oversize and gradually shorten it until you have a snug fit.
1. Insert the header by angling it into position through the opening. Use a cordless drill to fasten the header inside the wall with screws. Predrill angled holes and start your screws before slipping the header into position. 2.Once the header is in place, fasten it to the ends of the cripple studs (the existing studs you cut off}. Use long screws or barn spikes to go through a double 2x4 header. If you used a single 2x4 header, 16d common nails or sinkers 11 suffice. 3. Make double studs for the sides of the opening and install them between the bottom plate and the header. If you're employing any existing studs as king studs, add jacks to make them into doubles.
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