This method was popular before the 1930s and is still used on occasion for stucco and other masonrywalled, twostory houses because such structures shrink and settle more uniformly than do platform structures. Complete book of framing, second editionupdated and expanded is a comprehensive guide to rough carpentry and framing, written by an expert with over forty years of framing experience. Lucky i read this book before starting the project. Glenda taylor is a contractor and a fulltime writer specializing in construction writing. A door is an accessible barrier which is provided in a wall opening to give an access to the inside of a room of a building. However, the details and method of construction vary depending on the door and frame materials. Simple frameandpanel doors in 30minutes frameandpanel doors add class to any project, but they dont have to add a lot of assembly time. Change orders, once construction begins, are costly, since you have little leverage with the contractor at that point.
All of jb kinds preglazed doors comply with building regulations and meet european standards. Sheathing the structural covering applied over studs, rafters or roof trusses. Study 44 terms art history unit 2 flashcards quizlet. Basic cabinetry terminology parts of cabinets wellborn.
A single piece of glass that is cut to the right size is called a. Framing carpentry has always been my favorite phase of home building. An illustrated guide for residential construction simpson, scot on. Materials and techniques used in frame construction have evolved over the years, and the previous similar book i. It is part of the frame and the door rests on it when closed. Wcd1 details for conventional wood frame construction. Construction glossary of building terms residential reports. Recommended details for standard steel doors, frames, accessories and related components the information that follows represents the standard steel door and frame industrys considered views on a number of details normally encountered in building plans and specifications. Construction glossary of building terms abutment that part of a pier or wall either end of an arch, beam, or bridge which resists the pressure of a load. You cant see the bolts he is talking about on the wings because there is a little piece of trim board there i hadnt taken off yet. Wood ibeams used for heavy loads, or extended spans. Door components and door types regardless of whether the specified doors are wood or metal, the following components and door types are available. The steel door institute recommends that they be followed except when very.
Frames are fi xed to the surrounding building envelope. In the time it takes to sit through a sitcom on tv, you can have some real fun creating sturdy, nofuss doors. Introduction to door construction door units may consist of a number of elements. Vehicle construction technology chapter 2 terms quizlet. Interior door frames are made up of two side jambs, a head jamb, and stop moldings which the door closes against.
The frame is the assembled components that enclose and support the window sashes or door leaves. Common residential entry door terms defined clopay. When talking to an architect or builder, it can be helpful to know basic terminology and architectural vocabulary you may encounter. Read our encyclopedia of building construction for simple and clear explanations of everything in building construction. Buck a term usually used in masonry construction to describe a door frame or a subframe in a masonry opening, around which a steel door frame wraps and is fastened. A good framing crew can frame an entire house in just a couple of days.
Simple frameandpanel doors in 30 minutes wood magazine. A comprehensive glossary of construction terms and building industry terminology listed in alphabetical order. Architrave the architrave is the exposed part of the frame which can be seen when the door leaf is in its latched, or closed position. We produce strong and secure steel doors and frames to meet the full range of safety, security, and aesthetic requirements for any project. This book guides the reader through step by step framing instructions for floors, walls, roofs, door. To this end, weve compiled a list of important architectural terms some you may have heard and others you probably havent.
Glossary of window and door terms ever wondered what as stands for, what window bars are, or what on earth a hopper, jamb or a parliament hinge is. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Interior door frames interior door frames, like outside frames, are constructed in several ways. Thermatru expressly disclaims any responsibility for determining whether a purchaser will receive the tax credit. Bodyover frame construction a separate body structure bolted to a thick steel framework. A framed cabinet with door and drawer fronts set inside of the frame itself. Framing, in construction, is the fitting together of pieces to give a structure support and shape. The following information is provided to clarify the taylors doors and frames definition of terms we use. When looking at or reading about doors, you are likely to come across some new terminology. Dictionary of construction terminology complete design, inc. When dealing with taylors doors and frames the definitions provided in this glossary are the terms we use and our standard definitions for these terms. The top of the foundation wall should usually be at. Start studying vehicle construction technology chapter 2 terms. Wood frame buildings are economical to build, heat and cool, and provide maximum.
The alternative to framed construction is generally called mass wall construction, where horizontal layers of stacked materials such as log building, masonry, rammed earth, adobe, etc. Frame andpanel doors add class to any project, but they dont have to add a lot of assembly time. Perfect hollow metal doorframe installations the first. Simply follow the guidelines set forth in membrane installation. A building product which supplements a basic solid panel building such as a door, window, light transmitting panel, roof vent, etc. The finished design achieves a custom furniture look. Ac condenser the outside fan unit of the air conditioning system. Sill the piece of structural wood forming the lower side of a window opening. Balloon construction 33 window and door framing 34 endwall framing 36 interior walls 38. There are different types of doors used in building works classified based on placing of components, method of construction, working operations and construction material used. It supports the jamb as well as the part of the building thats over the door. She also enjoys writing business and finance, food and drink and petrelated articles. Building materials and construction techniques this subject is also addressed in historic materials and construction techniques, where basic definitions of materials and construction techniques are explained. It removes the heat from the freon gas and turns the gas back into a liquid and pumps the liquid back to the coil in the furnace.
The terms used to describe the major components of windows and doors are common to both windows and doors. Some units also include a transom above the door and sidelights. Dictionary of construction terminology ac an abbreviation for air conditioner or air conditioning. Framing materials are usually wood, engineered wood, or structural steel. Butt a type of hinge commonly used to assemble doors. Increasingly, wood framing is also being used in commercial and industrial buildings. This video shows how to improve 1st time quality acceptance for frame and door installations. However, behind the jamb and inside the wall, the structural, hidden part of the door frame is an important part of the door anatomy. As shown in figure 1, the unit will include the hinged door, sometimes called the door panel, and may include one or two sidelights to flank the door.
The group engages in joint testing of fire doors and frames and has active technical. Dictionary of building construction glossary of building. Live loads are produced by the use and the occupancy of the building, e. Accessory structure in one and twofamily dwellings not more than three stories high with separate means of egress, a building, the use of which is incidental to that of the main building and which is located on the same lot. The finish grade at the building line might be 4 to 12. I am not sure if you can see it on these pics or not from my album, but here is the door on the platform all by itself.
The framedin opening, slightly larger than the actual window door, that replaces wall studs to support the structure and accommodate a window door. A generalpurpose saw blade will do the job, although. Only the door, no jamb, hinges, threshold, or door hardware. Curries is a leading manufacturer of essential steel door and frame openings for healthcare, institutional, commercial and industrial construction. With balloon frame construction, shown below, studs run full height from mud sill to the top plate, to a maximum of 20 feet. This book guides the reader through stepbystep framing instructions for floors, walls, roofs, door and window openings, and stairs. Access door door which allows access to concealed space or equipment. Two adjacent doors that share the same door frame, and between which there is no separating vertical member. Embossed panel door a door design incorporating decorative panels formed or embossed into door faces. Exterior door units also include casing, brick molding, astragal and weather strips and is prehung. A mode of wall construction in french colonial america in which tall posts are rammed into the ground, and the spaces between. The door jamb is one of the most visible door pieces so much so that people sometimes confuse it with the frame itself. If you have a word to contribute to our glossary, please email us. Thought about installing new glass doors in your home, but arent sure what kind of flashing, annealing, mullions or transoms are best to use.
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