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[@reelinspirations]

I just spent 2 hours trying to 'measure' my window to frame it INTO my wall before I stood it up. I had forgotten about this video. This makes it SO much easier and accurate. Thanks!

[@Abortiz12]

I'm a DIYer planning on finishing my basement and I've seen many How To videos, I believe this video explains it best. Thank You! I give this video two thumbs up, like Siskel and Ebert.

[@unusedacct8833]

You are truly excellent at teaching this topic. This is the first video I've seen of yours but will be searching the rest out. Thank you so much. Will subscribe.

[@johnhindes]

Would you want to take into account the width of any drywall you'd use to finish this out? If the studs are aligned to the edge of the concrete, then adding drywall would overlap the window frame, correct?

[@BasementFinishingMan]

@holtonmusicman We find it's easier to do it this way. You have no more waste because you will still be cutting the same pieces of 2" x 4" even if you leave-out the studs and frame back into the window later! Thanks for the feedback! Eddie

[@l3eaver]

👌 I like how you tap and bang everything dramatically 💫

[@DBarryHaire]

I'm finishing our basement and have watched most of your videos on the subject. Of course, I go back and watch them several more times to make sure I'm doing it right. It's not going as quickly as my wife would like (no one surprised) 😁 but thanks to your videos, it will be done right. Thanks!!

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Just stay in motion brother and you will reach the finish line before you know it!...~Eddie

[@wbrosman]

This is exactly what I needed! I know we are all different, but this helped me understand the step-by-step process. 8 years online and still helping people

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Awesome Walter! It's not rocket science...anyone can do this stuff with the set of instructions and the right tools! Thanks for the views my brother! Eddie

[@Mr.RAM138]

15 minutes of gold.

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Frank T Thanks Frank! Eddie

[@gregpruitt1647]

This is the best way to frame around basement windows. You could never get an exact fit if you are trying to measure while the wall is laying on the floor. I did my basement using these techniques, and the cutouts were perfect. Thanks Eddie.

[@michaeljhuntsman]

I'm finishing two basement walls with a window in each and your instruction is excellent!! Thank you for taking the time to demonstrate how to frame basement walls around windows.

[@grantc8034]

Great video! Captain Safety suggests wearing those eye guards and earmuffs when using the nail gun. Also, I try to keep my left hand choked down on the wood when nailing - you never know when a nail my split through. 👍

[@Gingiszoo]

Excellent and quite informative!! Wish you had videos on block garages. I am a female who is going to attempt your technique on my own. Tired of hiring guys that "know" everything, just for me to have to redo. At least you are detail oriented and precise. Thank you so much for info.

[@Dee-ou7vd]

This is exactly what I needed, thank you

[@FaithF0rEternity]

I had the exact same thought as Christopher. Thank you so much!!!!

[@John-zh6ld]

Awesome! Ran into two old basement windows. Great explanation.

[@deanwilson7047]

Wicked vid Was getting frustrated on how i was going to do this Thanks!

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Glad it helped! Best to you on this project! ~Eddie

[@beverlyboys73]

Excellent how to. Much appreciated.

[@Joshawanao]

It's a great approach, can really get tight accurate measurements this way.

[@dustanhorst8203]

I was stumped until I watched this video. Thank You!

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Your welcome Dustan! Good luck with your projects. Eddie

[@Augcliffe]

My 9 year old son and I just completed our first wall. Followed your videos and we did great! Thank you so much!!!!!!!!

[@christopherlafreniere7141]

Well your way was much easier than the theory I came up with in my head. Thanks, you saved me a lot of time.

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Your welcome Christopher! Thanks for checking out my video...good luck with your project framing. I'm always around if you have questions about your project. Eddie

[@five-forty3431]

Thorough video, thank you!

[@BasementFinishingMan]

You’re welcome brother. Thanks for watching! - Eddie

[@foreverwood1963]

Excellent video! You explain things very well. I wish our windows here in South florida were framed that way, instead they use one inch furring strips. It can be a hassle when hanging things like blinds. We usually end up having the use concrete anchors with a screw that is long enough.

[@BasementFinishingMan]

You fasten a register boot to the floor joist and then block around it with 2" x 4" to stiffen and secure at least 2 sides of the boot. I show you how to install a complete basement heating and cooling system in the HVAC video series parts 1 & 2.

[@daveisblue]

I love this approach. Thank you for the video!

[@JerseyStarr]

So thankfully for you. Great job and you explain in great detail. Very helpful.

[@toby16custom]

Thanks for this video, I wrote notes and followed them step by step to do this with two windows. Worked really well. Appreciate the knowledge sharing!

[@denisechevalier4299]

Thank you for sharing. Always helpful and clearly presented!

[@MrFishd05]

Amazing video!

[@BasementFinishingMan]

It’s an older video but it still applies! Thanks for the views! -Eddie

[@Ivan-Torres-1979]

nice video there,champ.very inspirational and informative.

[@MrTidehead]

awesome explanation so easy to follow.

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Thanks Jeff! Eddie

[@namkebanyanklariti]

Thanks for sharing this was most helpful!

[@jbb4591]

I have a metal frame that is inset into the concrete which i think is called egress buck frame. It has a couple of steps inward from the concrete before the actual window if that makes sense. would just frame to the edge of the metal surround or a little inside of it to accommodate those step-ins?

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Yes that is correct .

[@blamdude2121]

Wow awesome video. Thank you so much for the great detail!

[@BasementFinishingMan]

@blamdude2121 Thanks appreciate your feedback! Eddie

[@joshwf78]

Great videos

[@davidbrown2806]

When you cut out for the header, do you not have to cut 3 inches so you can add a double header as you would a door frame ???

[@Dirtywhiteboy91]

I used this video to frame my windows it was awesome. Question i have is would i be using the same method for the sliding glass door. I am framing out my basement that already has a sliding glass door.

[@coffeeis4closers]

This information is priceless!,, thanks..

[@fiorefollo4626]

Thanks for the great video! Do you show how to frame the corner of your connecting wall in your videos? Just trying to understand how the 3 1/2" you left on the first wall connects to the adjacent wall and how you would start your 16" o/c's.

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Hello Fiore! Please watch this video series to see more detailed framing layout>>>> 1basement.com/6_Free_Framing_Videos.html

[@thesnare100]

@BasementFinishingMan Are those 3 studs that are left at the top and bottom necessary? Could you just put one 2" x 4" across the top and bottom instead?

[@chshwong]

@holtonmusicman I actually prefer this way too, because the attached cut studs, will already be attached to the bottom and top plate, so you don't have to diagonally nail them.

[@Kimeltuwe2023]

thanks for doing this....great to see these gentlemen helping the regular folks like me.....true tradesmen help others....!!!

[@jeromebee5556]

Excellent video

[@apcoronado]

Thanks for this. I've been looking. Now if I can just find a video that shows how to drywall around the window. I can't seem to find that anywhere. Do you have a video?

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Hello! No we do not drywall around our window we do wooden extension jambs with picture-framed colonial wood casing around the jamb box to finish it off...so much nicer when it's finished than wrapping your windows with just drywall and cornerbead! Eddie

[@SirBuzz]

Basement Finishing Man Did you put into consideration the thickness of the extension jambs so that they will line up with the edge of the window's edge? Or will the extension jambs be touching the frame of the window and not the concrete?

[@trailcamtrent]

Is this process any different if you have 2" insulation board surrounding the window? Assuming you still stud at the edge of the concrete but it seems like the gap from the wall through the insulation to the stud and then trim would be extreme. Great video, by the way.

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Frame the exact same way….

[@trailcamtrent]

@@BasementFinishingMan Thanks. Love how dedicated you are to these posts. Teaching and giving freely to so many.

[@lchopra]

@Basement finishing man - love the videos. I have a window that has about 1.25 inches above it to the top plate of the framed wall. What would you do in that case? Thanks for all the instruction!

[@gurmeetgill6752]

I had the same question! Was looking for an answer here

[@josephdegreeff9470]

I am updating a half bath in a basement where the original only had the concrete wall and window built into the concrete. I am adding a shower so to get an permit i have to finish the concrete wall. I plan to add a new window. Can i leave the old metal frame that is embedded in the concrete and put the new window in the wood framing that i am installing? As long as i make sure it is sealed up?

[@Ajay.sh18]

great video! How would you approach this if the frame is further out from the concrete wall (>6 inches)? Any suggestions please. Thanks

[@BasementFinishingMan]

You do it all the exact same way, you will just be left with "deeper" window boxes in the end...which looks great!

[@jared12785]

@@BasementFinishingMan Thanks, I really appreciate your videos! I have a quick follow-up question to Ajay’s. With a deeper window, would we need to use wood wider than a 2x4 to frame the window in, like a 2x6 for example?

[@ronh9384]

What do you recommend if you want to do something as a preventative measure should a basement wall (the concrete wall) start to leak down the road? So you don’t have mold or rot issues? Enjoy the videos and thanks for your time. Ron

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Concrete walls that are not cracked and leaking are okay to leave as they are...using zero preventative measures. Cracked concrete wall should have all cracks injected properly to stop leaks before starting any basement finishing project. Only masonry walls ("block walls") need to be sealed before starting a basement finish project, I use DryLock solution to paint this type wall. Eddie

[@ronh9384]

Basement Finishing Man Thanks for the information. You mentioned injecting the cracks... what would you inject the cracks with?

[@rhdtv2002]

@BasementFinishingMan thanks for your videos - you explained very clearly and easy to follow..do you guys sell videos?

[@venum9999]

Is it mandatory to have framing for Superior walls basement in NJ?

[@BasementFinishingMan]

No it is not mandatory...but advised. ~Eddie

[@funkydre]

This was great. Thanks very much.

[@mikes.4811]

Great video's I must say!I enjoy watching your videos and learning.Thanks! I do have one question that is puzzling me about my basement window.I have a large egress window and the top of the window is against the top plate. There is no header. How would I frame this in when I finish the basement with stud walls in front of the concrete basement walls?

[@heyzeuss]

Did.... you ever find your answer?

[@mikes.4811]

@@heyzeuss Nope. 🤣🖖

[@billsmith8339]

I have insulation board glued up against the wall, plus my window tops are right up to the top plate, so how do I proceed? I can't figure out how the ceiling will work and how the window edges will work.

[@mikesandytoes]

no, because either way you will still be using those studs to cut for the cripple studs(the studs under the window) and the plate that runs horizontally along the bottom of the window.

[@pauldawidowski2053]

so what are you using as a vapor barrier against the concrete wall?

[@cptchaos4567]

When we built our house, we elected to keep the basement and finish it later. The builder insulated the basement and recommended framing about 4" away from the insulation. However, with the small windows towards the top of the basement walls and the lead out to the exterior door, I feel like some of this framing might look awkward. Any suggestions on what to do with the insulation? Should I take it out and replace it once the framing is complete, or should I just work around it like the builder suggested? Love the video series! It is highly detailed, and quite informative.... oh and thank you for pointing out the rookie mistakes that I would have made without your advice. Eric

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Hey Eric. What type of insulation did your builder put in? 4" seams a bit extreme from the insulation to build your framed walls... I always tell folks to keep whatever insulation they have in-place, it only add a better R-value to the basement exterior walls. We build 1" in front of insulation when it's pre-existing (wall insulation wrap). Hope this helps, but I'm afraid I need a little more detailed information about your current insulation setup. Eddie

[@littmus32ify]

Great video. 2 Questions... I framed the outside wall and left a large space for an egress window. The contractor is now finished. It's a 4x4 window similar to this one. 1. To finish framing the wall, do I frame one the floor and raise it up, with the opening for the window, or do I extend the wall with 2x4s, secure it and cut out/frame the opening as you demonstrated? 2. The window is installed inside a treated lumber frame that is nailed into the concrete. The frame is the depth of the concrete and When you "frame to the edge of the window", am I going to the edge of the concrete OR the edge of the frame that is touching the vinyl window frame?

[@machina_aeterna]

I have this same question. I am thinking that I need to frame to the pressure treated lumber edge that surrounds my basement windows. Can someone confirm?

[@senfo-s5p]

My closest outside stud on the right side is about 3/4" to the side of the window, which doesn't leave enough room to stick a new 2x4 in and make it flush with the window. Would you recommend removing that outside stud and framing to the NEXT stud (almost 16" further to the right), then throwing in two 2x4's on the right of the window (one aligned directly with the window and another just to the right of that)?

[@toros9]

I had the same question…what did you end up doing?

[@senfo-s5p]

@@toros9 you're testing my memory here...the important thing is that the 2x4 align properly with the window. The 16 OC alignment is certainly important, but you can usually make adjustments to your drywall to accommodate something that doesn't fall exactly where you want it to. Specific to your question: In situations where a required stud would fall short of the 16 OC layout, I simply included two studs next to each other in almost every case. So, I included a stud exactly to the right of the one I used to frame the window. I hope this helps.

[@ricktrawinski5685]

Working on my basement Eddie. They have the Egress window set even with the block walls and it has a 2X6 all the way around even with the block. Should I frame off the 2X6 so I can make the premade insert to go into the perimeter of the window as you showed in your other video. Also do you show anywhere how to do a hopper window? With my basement being low the top of the hopper window is above the top of my stud wall. I know I may have to get creative and have the top slope down. I would appreciate your thoughts.

[@craftedbykvg4649]

Hi...I know this is an old post, but I'm up against the same thing. Did you end up aligning with the 2x6? The guys who installed my egress cut the sides of the window at an angle from inside to out, so the vertical 2x6s are set in at an angle as well. If aligning with the 2x6s, I think I'll need to align to the most inside edge of them. Also, do you have a link to the video you reference above where he pre-made the insert? TIA

[@mikimiki195]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@flyingfox1000]

Good job.

[@Mememan9000]

Newbie here- Why frame in front of the window and then cut it out? Could you frame a partial wall to the left and and right of the window and then frame above or below? Or this more work than what you show?

[@BasementFinishingMan]

More work and you get a crooked wall possibly as well.

[@lindamaier3709]

do you need to put anything on concrete behind stud wall for moisture?

[@BasementFinishingMan]

No not on concrete walls, only on "block" masonry walls do you need to apply a waterproof sealer. Eddie

[@calstar701]

Thanks

[@BasementFinishingMan]

You're welcome.

[@seanpowell520]

HOW DO YOU SECURE A HEAT VENT IN THE BASEMENT CEILING PRIOR TO PUTTING UP DRYWALL

[@BasementFinishingMan]

+SEAN POWELL use 1 1/4" drywall screws through the side of the housing directly into the floor joists your installing between. You may even need to add some mot 2" x 4" blocking between the floor joists to have solid wood blocking on at least to side to anchor into. Hope this helps. Eddie

[@tonka518]

What would you do to frame out small window if my wall is going to sit out 10 in off the wall? I am 10 in off because of multiple obstruction along the wall

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Frame it the exact same way John, the only difference will happen at the time of trimming-out that window as your window "box" jamb will just be deeper...that's all. Eddie

[@tonyschorr7466]

Basement Finishing Man Do you have a video on how to build the deeper window box jamb?

[@nallen1006]

Perfect

[@thecenturdiyengineer1983]

Can I start my wall 9 inches from the concert wall due to duck work and insulation near the wall?

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Yes absolutely! Eddie

[@jamiehowell7398]

I could use some help with a basement window. Any way I can send you pictures? I have yet to see a KZbin video of my situation. Lol. Great video btw

[@vulcanman64]

Good job ty

[@madirahoffman9295]

If you're windows need to be replaced, should you replace those before or after framing if they're set into concrete?

[@justingengler2652]

just did mine, i recommend before!

[@saliston]

the edge of my concrete is jagged i am guessing i have to smooth that out before i do any of this.

[@coryb8735]

I want to frame fnish my basement windows. its a 1 pane window. I am getting frost around them right now and a few puddles of water in the corners of them. How do i frame them properly and what are the best materials to use if it gets wet around winter time. it gets up to -50 c in the winter time sometimes. do we put special strips on the wood frame.dont know what to do. thanks

[@BasementFinishingMan]

You frame them just like I do in this video Cory. No special wood needed. But I would use a good all weather silicon-based exterior window and door caulking around those window caulking the inside and the outside really well to stop that leak that is causing those puddles to form! Where do you live that get's -50F? Canada? Eddie

[@dlgslg4293]

good job. thank you

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Your welcome! Good luck with your framing project!

[@craftedbykvg4649]

You mention a basement trimming video that covers trimming the windows, but I can't find it. Can you point me to it?

[@brettsanderson837]

Did you find it? i'm looking for it too

[@craftedbykvg4649]

@@brettsanderson837 I found A video, but it only talks about what to do. It doesn't show the process. I'll see if I can find it in my history.

[@brettsanderson837]

@@craftedbykvg4649 yea, i found one too that talked about measuring the pieces and buying them from the store but not actually doing it. I saw a video on another youtubers channel installing the jambs...

[@jeffpatchell6413]

What would you charge to frame in a 600 sq ft basement, just labor?

[@jarrodgerschoffer8225]

I did exactly this for my basement egress windows and it worked perfectly! Thank you for the video!

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Awesome Jarrod! This the best way to frame basement windows for sure. Thanks for watching and commenting. Eddie

[@smalguter]

Could you just put a full sized door in front of it? I live in PA as well.

[@bsnuff2002]

Is this to current code?

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Absolutely!

[@anthonyalvarado5403]

Why do you space off of the concrete wall?

[@BasementFinishingMan]

We space a little just in case the exterior masonry wall is leaning in at the top up-to an 1". This way we we have a little wiggle room to adjust and compensate for that scenario. Eddie

[@anthonyalvarado5403]

@@BasementFinishingMan I had thought maybe and looked closely at my wall. I definitely needed to take lean and curve into concideration. I have already started and an making good headway thanks to your videos

[@specialk0988]

Why did you not use jack studs beneath the window header and sill? Thanks.

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Because this is a "curtain wall"...meaning it's not structural or "load bearing at all. Jack studs are used to brace and hold a "header" against a load over a doorway, window or archway. Since we did not alter or weaken the structural integrity of the load bearing concrete exterior wall above this window there is no need for a pair of jack studs for this window since no structural header will be inserted above our new window framing. Hope this make sense, you just do not need jack studs in doors and window openings in most basement framing projects. Eddie

[@BasementFinishingMan]

@rhdtv2002 I would rather measure:) to be sure!

[@yamaha6088]

That works also. However when I do it I just frame the window opening while Im stick framing the wall.

[@BasementFinishingMan]

+yamaha That can be done also, but you have to account for the concrete floor not being level at times, which throws-off your window framing once the wall is lifted and set into position. Otherwise its just as easy for those of us who frame as part of our profession. Thanks for stopping by my channel Yamaha and for commenting! Eddie

[@jayeshpatel195]

hi, Eddie, why r u marking frame line 4 and 1/2" away from wall.

[@BasementFinishingMan]

+Jayesh Patel Hi Jayesh...because if the exterior masonry wall is leaning in or out from top to bottom your new 2" x 4" wall will be pressed up against the masonry wall at different points when you erect it. Eddie

[@robp4393]

Any issues using screws instead of nails?

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Not really Rob..., but why would you want to screw everything together? Nails are the normal way to frame, cost less and it's twice as fast to nail.

[@Demonezia]

BasementFinishingMan Because if you make a mistake it's much easier to fix :P

[@garyostergaard8185]

I think the shear strength of nails is much stronger than screws, that's one reason they're preferred in framing.

[@krakbayb9771]

thx

[@jacobpence]

Going back a step, I need to cut out a window hole in concrete basement, and install a window. Any videos showing this"

[@rhdtv2002]

have you ever consider just having a small block of 2x4 with you so that you dont have to measure an 1 1/2 and just use that instead

[@Costellobran]

I did find this video educational,also at least you BFM did not use any music in background which I found it useless like most of the videos have that.I'll keep "WATCHING" you...!

[@raymondhoguelll2044]

👍

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[@poetnk]

I don't claim to know everything, but exterior walls, even in basements, are load bearing. You don't have enough cripple studs under the window sill plates, and your jack stud doesn't extend to the floor. We'll overlook the lack of a header as well. Did you run out of 2x4s or something? This is why window sills sag, crack, warp, and separate over time.....

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Only load bearing walls need king stud's, jack studs and headers. I have 16" cripplers under the windows which is also code in a basement...You're correct on all accounts if these were load bearing walls Poetnk, but they are all curtain walls(even the exterior walls) so your thinking is incorrect when addressing framing basement windows. Thanks for watching watching and commenting. Eddie

[@nicolenellermoe8425]

If there were ever a Hollywood movie based on basement finishing, and if there was ever a chance that Bill Paxton was still alive, then my friend, we would have the ingredients for a dang good basement finishing movie based on your work. We could call it "Twister II: Hiding from the Storm in a Homemade Basement". Thanks for the awesome videos!

[@lichub]

Why would anyone do it that way? Don't you have a tape measure? I'd never use lumber against concrete, first attach sheets of foam to the walls. Then frame with steel studs or "blue studs."

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Thanks for all of the constructive criticism. Hey...you should get yourself a KZbin Channel with millions of views and 10's of thousands of subscribers so you can teach them the correct way to finish a basement...after-all what do I know about finishing basements?

[@lichub]

@@BasementFinishingMan Don't be snide.

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Well if that isn't the pot calling the kettle black...

[@craftedbykvg4649]

@@BasementFinishingMan Amen, brother...

[@holtonmusicman]

Wouldn't it be better to eliminate the studs where the windows are when building your wall? Seems that there is a lot of waste doing it this way. All of your other videos are excellent - this just confuses me.

[@3rdJose]

Really? No mention of glass block windows?

[@BasementFinishingMan]

We have done them in the past. Just never got around to filming the project. Maybe in the future! Thanks for stopping by our Basement Finishing Channel. Eddie

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[@ahmedaljumely5552]

Why you are mad ?

[@BasementFinishingMan]

Why you are asking?