Framing Roof Of Boxed Window

Mark this point on the studs.

Framing roof of boxed window.

For the bottom measure up 27 inches 30 inches for the new window height 3 inches for the rough sill and mark the studs there. Add the header size the window jamb height 30 inches for the sill height and inch wiggle room. The side walls will rest on the new rafters and the front wall will rest on the attic floor. Return to the roof remove shingles in the area and snap chalk lines between the protruding nail points.

Once the additional walls are in place you will be able to add windows by selecting build window window from the menu and clicking in the wall where you would like to place the window. Framing a roof is the last step in framing new construction. Drive nails up through the roof at the corners. Measure for the top starting at the finished floor.

Modern bay windows are frequently used as window seats or reading nooks as they still lend themselves nicely to light and seating opportunities. Modern bay windows or projecting windows are best as simple extruded boxes. Limit framing to a maximum of one pair of king studs per window opening. Saw along the lines to open the roof photo 1.

From the menu choose build wall exterior wall and draw the walls for the bay box bow window in a clockwise manner. Construct framed walls using advanced framing details like minimal framing at windows and doors to reduce thermal bridging and allow more space for insulation. To create a bay box bow window draw three or more additional walls to the size specification that you would like the window to be.