Framing Roof Of Boxed Window

Construct framed walls using advanced framing details like minimal framing at windows and doors to reduce thermal bridging and allow more space for insulation.

Framing roof of boxed window. 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. 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. Limit framing to a maximum of one pair of king studs per window opening.

From the menu choose build wall exterior wall and draw the walls for the bay box bow window in a clockwise manner. Limit framing to a maximum of one pair of jack studs per window opening to support the header and window sill. Saw along the lines to open the roof photo 1. 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 out the protrusion and then simply cladding it with the same window frame material is often the best and simplest solution. Framing a roof is the last step in framing new construction. 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. Drive nails up through the roof at the corners.

Modern bay windows or projecting windows are best as simple extruded boxes. Add the header size the window jamb height 30 inches for the sill height and inch wiggle room. Measure for the top starting at the finished floor.