 by The NAHB Research Center and Tim Waite
Contents
1 What Is Light Gauge Steel? 5
- Why Switch from Dimensional Lumber? 5
- The Growing Interest in Steel, 7
- The Transition from Wood to Steel, 9
2 Design and Standardization, 13
- Hiring an Engineer, 13
- Prescriptive Method, 14
- Steel Fire and Sound Ratings, 18
3 Designing the Steel-Framed House, 21
- Sizing the Steel Members, 24
- Planning for Plumbing, Electrical & HVAC, 27
- Steel Framing Design, 27
4 Light Gauge Steel, 29
- Production of Molten Steel, 29
- Purchasing from Manufacturers and Distributors, 31
5 Steel Framing Tools, 33
- Fastening Tools, 33
- Cutting Steel, 37
- Clamps, 39
- Bending Steel, 39
- Miscellaneous Tools, 40
6 Steel Framing Fasteners, 43
- Screw Basics, 43
- Point Types, 45
- Framing, Sheathing and Gypboard Screws, 46
- Drive Pins and Nails, 47
- Welding and Clinching, 49
- Anchors, 49
7 Types of Construction, 51
- Stick Framing, 51
- Panelization, 52
- Pre-Engineered Buildings, 54
- Cost Impact, 54
8 Before Construction Begins, 55
- How Will You Cut the Steel?, 55
- Simplification, 55
- Your Cut List, 55
- Estimating Costs, 59
- Material Delivery, 60
9 Foundations and Anchoring, 61
- Concrete Tolerances, 61
- Slabs-on-Grade, 61
- Crawl-Space Foundations, 61
- Basement Foundations, 61
- Anchorage, 62
10 Floor Joists — First Floor, 67
- Girders and Bearing Walls, 67
- Layout, 70
- Floor Squeaks, Pongs and Vibrations, 77
11 Wall Construction — Loadbearing Walls, 79
- Wall Assembly, 79
- Installing Studs, 81
- Bracing, 85
- Wall Erection, 89
12 Second Floor Construction, 93
- Bearing Walls or Clear Spans, 93
- Setting Floor Joists, 93
- Safety, 95
13 Roof Framing with Rafters, 97
- Designing the Rafter Roof, 97
- Material Take-Off and Cut List, 101
- Framing the Rafter Roof, 104
- Finishing the Rafter Roof, 109
14 Roof Framing with Trusses, 111
- Manufactured (Pre-engineered) Trusses, 111
- Site-Built Trusses, 111
- Ridge Caps, 125
- Bracing, 125
15 Roof Completion Details, 127
- Rafter Heels, 127
- Roof Hold-Downs, 127
- Roof Fascia, 128
- Collector Blocks, 129
- Rakes, 131
- Barge Rafters, 131
- Soffits, 131
16 Specialty Framing, 135
- Curved Walls, 135
- Curved Floors, 137
- Archways, 137
- Dormers, 137
- Stairways, 138
17 Thermal Considerations, 139
- Meeting the Energy Code, 139
- Cavity Insulation, 140
- Foam Insulation, 142
- Loose Cellulose, 145
18 Wall Construction — Nonbearing Walls, 147
- Layout, 147
- Nonbearing Wall Studs, 147
- Wall Assembly, 148
- In-Place Wall Framing, 148
- Gypboard Installation, 151
- Attaching Molding, Cabinets and Shelving, 151
19 Exterior Finishes, 153
- Factors to Consider, 153
- Attaching the Exterior Finish, 154
20 Working with Utility Subcontractors, 159
- Planning for Utility Runs, 159
- Working with Plumbers, 160
- Working with Electricians, 162
- Working with HVAC Contractors, 164
21 Inspections, 165
- Inspection Checklist, 166
22 Selling to the Homebuyer, 175
- Marketing Tools, 175
- Destroying the Myths, 176
- Conclusion, 177
Prescriptive Method for Residential
Cold-Formed Steel Framing, 181
How to Use the Steel-Frame
Cost Data Disk, 289
List of Steel-Framing Details, 312
Index, 313
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