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Chapter 11 Wall and Ceiling Framing 255
Toenail 8d
Large opening
nonload-bearing wall
Small opening
Toenail 8d
16d
16d
10d
Large opening
load-bearing wall
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Figure 11‑21. Special framing for heat ducts. Cripple studs
should be added for large openings in load-bearing walls.
Tub
Double
joist
Blocking
to support
back of tub
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Figure 11‑22. Extra joists and blocking are needed to support
tubs.
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Figure 11‑23. Backing for mounting various fixtures and
appliances. A—Extending the header over windows provides
a base for attaching drapery rod brackets. B—Backing let
into studs. Never cut back more than 25% of the stud
width on bearing walls or partitions. C—Backing attached to
nailing strips.
16d
A
10d
B
Nailing
strips
C