Steel Framed Homes Utilizing Red Iron Frames and Light Gage Steel for Superior Quality Housing ~ The Building Process, Walls page 3

The Building Process - Wall Framing - continued

Close-up of a balloon framed wall showing how the top track is fastened to the bottom of the roof purlins and then the wall studs are slid into the top track and fastened with #8 self tapping, wafer head screws.

Balloon Framing on side wall

Balloon framed sidewall on a two story home.

Interior Stud Wall

Interior, non-load bearing walls with door openings installed.

Interior track installation
Bottom track for the interior wall is fastened into place with shots or screws. The wall studs are then slid into their proper location and fastened in place using #8 self tapping, wafer head screws.

Interior Stud Wall

Angled top track and exterior stud installation on cathedral ceiling section.

Interior Stud Wall

Angled top track and interior stud installation on cathedral ceiling section.

The photos shown depict various construction techniques used by contractors and owners during actual construction of Excalibur homes. These photos are for illustration purposes only as the actual construction techniques required may vary with the design of the home and local design conditions.