Framing

Crane-hoisted panels get a floor in fast, flat, and cut for ducts and utilities by Fernando Pagés Ruiz

Too much floor deflection can be troublesome by Mike Guertin, David Grandpré

Laminated-veneer lumber lets you assemble big beams without a big crew by John Spier

Requirements for floor and wall framing, and more by Redwood Kardon, Michael Casey, Douglas Hansen

Whether it's the floor of a big house or a small addition, an accurate layout promotes smooth installation by Jim Anderson

Guidelines for working efficiently and knowing how good is good enough by Larry Haun

Even if the foundation is not square or level, getting the mudsills right will get you back on track by Jim Anderson

Everything from rafters to kitchen cabinets fits better when you get the walls square and the studs in the right places by John Spier

Establishing a sound connection between the house, the foundation, and the earth is crucial. These foundation fundamentals can help get you started. by Larry Haun

by David Grandpré

Before you build that eye-catching bay onto the side of a house, you have to get the floor framing right by Mike Guertin

New products and increased competition make superior I-joist performance available at solid-lumber prices by Paul Fisette

If you do the layout carefully and precut all the joists, the floor will go together quickly like a giant jigsaw puzzle by Rick Arnold, Mike Guertin

by Scott McBride