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A balloon frame is a house frame constructed entirely of small timber.
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When was balloon framing established?
Balloon framing first came to use almost 200 years ago in Chicago 1832 by a man by the name of George Washington Smith
What are the differences between platform framing and balloon framing?
With platform construction, walls sit on top of subflooring.With balloon framing studs run full height from mudsill to top plate.By Eliesyn Velez:I got this from cha cha!.
When did balloon framing stop being used?
mid 1950's when long framing members became hard to find, replaced by platform framing.
What are the advantages of platform framing over balloon framing?
Platform framing offers several advantages over balloon framing, primarily in terms of efficiency and safety. It allows for easier construction as each floor is built separately, reducing the risk of fire spreading vertically through walls. Additionally, platform framing provides better insulation and structural integrity, making it more energy-efficient. This method also simplifies plumbing and electrical installations, as contractors can work within each platform level rather than navigating continuous walls.
What are two advantages of balloon framing?
One advantage is that it eliminates a hinge point in Gable walls which is especially important in high wind zones. The other advantage is ease of framing when using vaulted ceilings.
Why is balloon framing not commonly used today?
there are two reasons why balloon framing has gone by the wayside. first and foremost is that it requires longer lengths of lumber [typically 22 ft] to accomplish this style of wall framing. also the resulting wall contains no fire blocking.in the event of a fire, flames typically race unimpeded through these cavities ,devouring the structure in no time at all.looking for a reason for its being, i suspect that in the era before modern insulation and vdr's, it was a way to create a ventilated space where warm moist could come in contact with dry cold and not result in problems.it is as if the air barrier would be defined as the plaster walls and the cavity would be dead air space.regards david castruccio
What are the two most common framing distances as given on a framing square?
There is only one common framing distance in a framing square. The main framing distance in a framing square is a steel square.
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What are the two most common framing distance as given on a framing square?
There is only one common framing distance in framing square. The most common framing square is called steel square.
Is there a framing rule in fastpitch softball?
No there is no framing rule.
What is the answer to the Framing of the US Constitution?
what documents influenced the framing of the constitution
When was Framing Hanley created?
Framing Hanley was created in 2005.
