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Double Rim Joist Header Isometric
This detail depicts the use of a double rim joist in lieu of a load bearing header.	See a detailed DWF Drawing . Autodesk DWF Viewer required.
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DIRECTIONS: To download a construction-ready CAD drawing, RIGHT click on appropriate link above, and select "Save Target As". Make sure the save type is set to "All Files", then click the save button. Find out more about file compatibility. NOTE: Some browsers may add a ".txt" extension to the downloaded file name. You can fix this by simply renaming the file and removing this extra extension.

Ladder Blocking at T Intersections Isometric
This is an isometric view of ladder blocking at a wall intersection.	See a detailed DWF Drawing . Autodesk DWF Viewer required.
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DIRECTIONS: To download a construction-ready CAD drawing, RIGHT click on appropriate link above, and select "Save Target As". Make sure the save type is set to "All Files", then click the save button. Find out more about file compatibility. NOTE: Some browsers may add a ".txt" extension to the downloaded file name. You can fix this by simply renaming the file and removing this extra extension.

Ladder Blocking at T Intersections Section
This is a section view of ladder blocking at a wall intersection.	See a detailed DWF Drawing . Autodesk DWF Viewer required.
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DIRECTIONS: To download a construction-ready CAD drawing, RIGHT click on appropriate link above, and select "Save Target As". Make sure the save type is set to "All Files", then click the save button. Find out more about file compatibility. NOTE: Some browsers may add a ".txt" extension to the downloaded file name. You can fix this by simply renaming the file and removing this extra extension.

No Header in Non-Load Bearing Wall
This detail displays the proper framing of a headerless opening in a non-load-bearing wall.	See a detailed DWF Drawing . Autodesk DWF Viewer required.
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DIRECTIONS: To download a construction-ready CAD drawing, RIGHT click on appropriate link above, and select "Save Target As". Make sure the save type is set to "All Files", then click the save button. Find out more about file compatibility. NOTE: Some browsers may add a ".txt" extension to the downloaded file name. You can fix this by simply renaming the file and removing this extra extension.

Open Corner Framing Isometric
This is an isometric view of open corner framing.	See a detailed DWF Drawing . Autodesk DWF Viewer required.
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DIRECTIONS: To download a construction-ready CAD drawing, RIGHT click on appropriate link above, and select "Save Target As". Make sure the save type is set to "All Files", then click the save button. Find out more about file compatibility. NOTE: Some browsers may add a ".txt" extension to the downloaded file name. You can fix this by simply renaming the file and removing this extra extension.

Open Corner Framing Section
This is a section view of open corner framing.	See a detailed DWF Drawing . Autodesk DWF Viewer required.
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DIRECTIONS: To download a construction-ready CAD drawing, RIGHT click on appropriate link above, and select "Save Target As". Make sure the save type is set to "All Files", then click the save button. Find out more about file compatibility. NOTE: Some browsers may add a ".txt" extension to the downloaded file name. You can fix this by simply renaming the file and removing this extra extension.

Point Loaded Framing & 19.2" or 24" Spacing
This detail depicts the use of point loaded rafters/trusses to allow for a single top plate. It also notes the use of 19.2" or 24" stud/rafter spacing.	See a detailed DWF Drawing . Autodesk DWF Viewer required.
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DIRECTIONS: To download a construction-ready CAD drawing, RIGHT click on appropriate link above, and select "Save Target As". Make sure the save type is set to "All Files", then click the save button. Find out more about file compatibility. NOTE: Some browsers may add a ".txt" extension to the downloaded file name. You can fix this by simply renaming the file and removing this extra extension.

Right Sized Headers
This detail demonstrates the use of header hangers and blocking used with right-sized headers.	See a detailed DWF Drawing . Autodesk DWF Viewer required.
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DIRECTIONS: To download a construction-ready CAD drawing, RIGHT click on appropriate link above, and select "Save Target As". Make sure the save type is set to "All Files", then click the save button. Find out more about file compatibility. NOTE: Some browsers may add a ".txt" extension to the downloaded file name. You can fix this by simply renaming the file and removing this extra extension.

Single Top Plate Walls
This detail depicts framing techniques used in single-top-plate walls.	See a detailed DWF Drawing . Autodesk DWF Viewer required.
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DIRECTIONS: To download a construction-ready CAD drawing, RIGHT click on appropriate link above, and select "Save Target As". Make sure the save type is set to "All Files", then click the save button. Find out more about file compatibility. NOTE: Some browsers may add a ".txt" extension to the downloaded file name. You can fix this by simply renaming the file and removing this extra extension.