Lecture 19

Question 1

Balloon Frame

Answer 1

Small dimension memebrs span from ground floor to roof, simpler, ligher members, NA invention

Question 2

Platform Frame

Answer 2

Typical frame construction

Question 3

Foundation for light frame structures

Answer 3

Excavation to necessary depth, anchor bolts cast into top of wall, steel reinforcing top and bottom of wall, dampproofing or waterproofing on outside of wall, backfill,

Question 4

Ground floor platform

Answer 4

Sill plates anchored, riders placed, floor joists laid, sub flooring applied