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Framing with steel has obvious advantages over wood, yet building with steel requires new skills that can present challenges to the wood builder. This new book explains steel framing techniques for homes. It shows you the techniques, the tools, the materials, and how you can make it happen. Includes hundreds of photos and illustrations, plus a FREE download is included with the book and consists of the National Estimator, an easy-to-use estimating program with 35 pages of manhour estimates, material and labor costs for steel-frame construction. 328 pp.
Steel-Frame House Construction - Table of Contents:
What Is Light Gauge Steel?
Why Switch from Dimensional Lumber?
The Growing Interest in Steel
The Transition from Wood to Steel
Design and Standardization
Hiring an Engineer
Prescriptive Method
Steel Fire and Sound Ratings
Designing the Steel-Framed House
Sizing the Steel Members
Planning for Plumbing, Electrical & HVAC
Steel Framing Design
Light Gauge Steel
Production of Molten Steel
Purchasing from Manufacturers and Distributors
Steel Framing Tools
Fastening Tools
Cutting Steel
Clamps
Bending Steel
Miscellaneous Tools
Steel Framing Fasteners
Screw Basics
Point Types
Framing, Sheathing and Gypboard Screws
Drive Pins and Nails
Welding and Clinching
Anchors
Types of Construction
Stick Framing
Panelization
Pre-Engineered Buildings
Cost Impact
Before Construction Begins
How Will You Cut the Steel?
Simplification
Your Cut List
Estimating Costs
Material Delivery
Foundations and Anchoring
Concrete Tolerances
Slabs-on-Grade
Crawl-Space Foundations
Basement Foundations
Anchorage
Floor Joists - First Floor
Girders and Bearing Walls
Layout
Floor Squeaks, Pongs and Vibrations
Wall Construction - Loadbearing Walls
Wall Assembly
Installing Studs
Bracing
Wall Erection
Second Floor Construction
Bearing Walls or Clear Spans
Setting Floor Joists
Safety
Roof Framing with Rafters
Designing the Rafter Roof
Material Take-Off and Cut List
Framing the Rafter Roof
Finishing the Rafter Roof
Roof Framing with Trusses
Manufactured (Pre-engineered) Trusses
Site-Built Trusses
Ridge Caps
Bracing
Roof Completion Details
Rafter Heels
Roof Hold-Downs
Roof Fascia
Collector Blocks
Rakes
Barge Rafters
Soffits
Specialty Framing
Curved Walls
Curved Floors
Archways
Dormers
Stairways
Thermal Considerations
Meeting the Energy Code
Cavity Insulation
Foam Insulation
Loose Cellulose
Wall Construction - Nonbearing Walls
Layout
Nonbearing Wall Studs
Wall Assembly
In-Place Wall Framing
Gypboard Installation
Attaching Molding, Cabinets and Shelving
Exterior Finishes
Factors to Consider
Attaching the Exterior Finish
Working with Utility Subcontractors
Planning for Utility Runs
Working with Plumbers
Working with Electricians
Working with HVAC Contractors
Inspections
Inspection Checklist
Selling to the Homebuyer
Marketing Tools
Destroying the Myths
Conclusion
Prescriptive Method for Residential Cold-Formed Steel Framing
Steel-Frame House Construction
