Framing Protruding Attic Wall

Nail the end studs to framing in the existing wall.

Framing protruding attic wall.

In evaluating wall framing you ll be looking for walls that are out of plumb or not flat or straight. Upper or lower walls may be out of plumb or the floor assembly may have components that are not flush. Two by four lumber is standard for framing most walls including short walls in the attic. As you shim and plumb each section of wall drive 16d nails through the top plate into the framing with a hammer or nail gun.

Collar ties are horizontal members that like rafter ties extend from rafter to rafter but. Use screws to attach sheets of birch plywood to the angled ceiling over the insulation making sure to drive the screws into the ceiling joists. Run the plywood down to the top of the knee wall. Purchase enough to install a stud on each end of the wall and every 16 inches between.

If you see protruding drywall in a tall wall look to see if it s at the same height as the floor joists. Allow for a top and. Score the shims with a utility knife and snap them off flush with the plate. If you want your attic space to have a flat ceiling you ll need to add collar ties to the framing.

Set the header on the trimmers and nail through the king studs to hold it in place. Fasten the bottom plate by driving 16d nails through it into the floor. Then position and nail them to the plates.