Steel Framed Homes Utilizing Red Iron Frames and Light Gage Steel for Superior Quality Housing ~ The Building Process, Window installation

The Building Process - Window / Door Framing

Bottom corner of a window opening show how the bottom piece of track is notched, bent up and then fastened in place with self-drilling wafer head screws.

Window Rough Opening

Top corner of a window opening show how the top piece of track is notched, bent down and then fastened in place with self-drilling wafer head screws.

Window rough opening framed with wall stud on either side installed with the flat side facing in, top and bottom track installed and stud "cripples" installed above and below the opening to complete the framing.

Window Installation

Window rough opening with wood wrapping and the window installed. The wood wrapping can make the installation of drywall or wood trim easier but is not required.

Window Installation

Window rough opening with a closer view of how the wood wrapping and the window are installed. Other types of windows may require different techniques or extended jambs.

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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.