How To Connect Two Framed Walls At A Corner

Here’s how I connect two framed walls at a corner.
In the last video, I built a wall in place - I’m gonna build this small sample wall on the ground.
I make sure to crown all the studs up.
Sometimes you get a stud that’s twisted, so I make a tool to twist them in place.
To square the wall, I pull a tape measure from corner to corner on both sides.
I adjust the wall until the numbers match- then I know I’m square.
I like to use ring shank galvanized nails on sheathing.
We let the OSB extend past the wall 5 ½’ -this will help to tie together the corner.
After I drill a hole for the anchor bolt, I staple the sill seal directly to the bottom plate.
Next, I install a California corner into the wall that’s already standing.
This corner gives me a place to nail the two walls together, and there’s room behind to fit insulation.
Now I stand up the new wall, line up the anchor bolt, and drop it in place.
First, I nail off the California corner before moving to the outside to nail off the OSB; then I use my impact to tighten the nut on the anchor bolt.
Here you can see where the two walls connect: I held the double plate back on the first wall- this way the double plate on the new wall will overlap and tie the two together.
Overlapping the double plate at corners and intersecting walls adds a ton of strength.
More to come on this series- be sure to like and follow. ‪@hausplans‬
#builld #framing #carpentry #wall #howto #construction #diy #contractor

[@MagicMane-dn5hp]

i’m going to build a wall with my son today because of this video. I have no reason to and i’m not experienced, but i’m going to do it anyway! Thanks.

[@hausplans]

👍👍

[@3LGuap0]

How'd it go?

[@keeganwatz7946]

​@3LGuap0 I wanna know too. Kinda invested at this point

[@artiesadventures8973]

So how'd the wall end up going

[@spectrumjitters4672]

How'd it go

[@owenkaiser8061]

You forgot to slap it and say,"well thats not going anywhere." 😂

[@hausplans]

😂

[@thomasvincent9220]

No time, gotta keep working.

[@Tuga5842]

😂😅😂😅

[@TheCyberMantis]

Until the termites come and chew it up 3 years later.

[@buddyguy4723]

That's the thing you say that in your mind after every nail goes in. Lol

[@johngrant7418]

Been doing this kind of work for 40 years now and never have I ever heard it explained so well, very efficient man

[@hausplans]

Wow, thanks

[@DarkVenom1432]

Your truss wrench is pretty genius. Seen them used for beams but to keep your hands out of the gun area this is really smart

[@vrea77]

I've always just used a big pipe wrench to twist the 2×4in place

[@sethmathieus4776]

At my job, some of the boards we use are so twisted we have to use a metal one with a long handle for leverage. Its good to see that our houses are being built with better quality wood than out pallets

[@Mike_H76]

We always just used a hammer and toe-nail, back when hammers were used for more than adjusting square and looking cool.

[@robertlee8805]

Truss wrench? Good name for it. Gonna make me one. I've got so many of those twisted 2xs.

[@Fence-Dogs-More]

I love that you use the proper nails. Can’t tell you how many houses I’ve seen with decks built with smooth shank indoor nails. You can literally lift it apart when the wood dries

[@hausplans]

Crazy

[@MikeySkywalker]

That’s insane.

[@hansvonschlader8227]

I use smooth shank " indoor" 3 1/4 inch nails on 3 decks I built, each joist also has construction adhesive. Never had an issue

[@aleks-33]

Completely fascinating. Thank you for these. Its so interesting seeing how a house/structure os built from the ground up.

[@hausplans]

Thanks 😊

[@Plysomack]

Well, this guy is showing us how it's done correctly. There's builders out there not doing things as well as this guy.

[@janvrabec3401]

This is not a house lol. Sincerely from Europe. Where our "houses" can't be driven thru by car.

[@michaelc7014]

​@@janvrabec3401Ok bud, you stay there in "Europe" in your 200 sqaure foot "house"

[@dhammer5645]

When I was a framer, we very rarely sheeted a wall if it was going to sit on concrete. Too many times we were burned by the concrete being out of level, then the wall would be out of plumb. We just set the wall unsheeted and put a brace on to plumb it up so we could sheet it.

[@hausplans]

Smart

[@stevegagnon9451]

Well you should plate the foundation then use a transit to find the high spot then shim all corners up to that high spot then use a string line to line the plates that way when you sit your wall on the plate everything is level and straight

[@BryanL1982]

No you put your mud silll down then you establish your height run a chalk line and bump all your studs to it. Now you have a perfectly flat wall Next Level from one side to the other without leaving gaps under the plate

[@stevegagnon9451]

@@BryanL1982 well over long spans that chalk line will sag

[@Ichabod_Jericho]

When I worked at Tuff Shed, they didn’t handle any of the concrete work. They also framed the structure prior to delivery, so you attach walls, then trusses then do the roof. (Paint the walls while they’re on the ground and the other side is building the floor, way easier). Too many times were our walls wrong by 3/8’s of an inch or just flat out unlevel concrete. That job fuckin sucked, but it was nice only doing new construction.

[@ericfackler2073]

The best thing I liked is he is good to plumbers/ electricians etc by nailing top plates together above the studs!

[@hausplans]

Yeah, I was taught to do that early on

[@-_-John-_-]

I've been on new builds for almost 4 decades and you are the first person I've seen staple sill sealer to the bottom plate. There is a first for everything!

[@hausplans]

👍👍

[@leecowell8165]

In FL one needs a termite shield in most counties. What a pain those things are but its code. The plate had to also be J bolted AND strapped down (bearing walls). Yeah we get big winds here. How come neither plate was pressure treated? I guess this was wood floors.

[@jakepadgett5569]

Where I’m from if you use treated you don’t have to put flashing under the plate.

[@Pyrokami]

That jig for straightening the studs is creative, perfect example of "make due with what you have."

[@hausplans]

👍

[@BLD877]

It appears you make do with a poor command of the English language.

[@christnhvv256]

The tiny tip of the tool you made to twist them straight was super cool

[@kcwizard72]

Yeah, our local framers in KC, don't give a crap about those boards being straight...just horrible. Million dollar home builders keep hiring these folk...and if you question the supervisor, he says, "it's okay" UGH

[@TheDigitalslayer]

That tip saved me from buying a special prying tool on my list.

[@hausplans]

👍

[@ThyAsianMan]

I did work with my step-father-in-law, and he made this exact same tool to help me with framing my basement. Crazy to see multiple people making this tool.

[@braydenfrench8569]

It’s so nice to see someone who knows what there doing.

[@BLD877]

Not you. THEY'RE pretty good, though.

[@freedomconstruction]

I don’t know why but watching someone else do what I do all day is so satisfying 😂

[@hausplans]

👍👍

[@rgbking488]

😂😂😂 that's hilarious @freedomconstruction

[@CaptainJamesCook-cl6qq]

Its a great system if your slab is utterly perfect nailing pre braced walls together on a slab just seems crazy though any low point or fall you walls are just going up out of plumb

[@hausplans]

We normally frame these walls on concrete and place, but just wanted to share the process of framing on the ground and standing

[@joeyandlucas2013]

God bless all our Carpenter's and Builder's we wouldn't have our Homes and Building's without your Skillful Hands

[@hausplans]

👍👍

[@greatitbroke]

I love the stupid names these guys give a framed corner its NOT a California Corner they do it everywhere in North America Buddy.

[@michaelmc4025]

It's nice to see that some people still do this right!

[@danrichards496]

Thank you for using sill gasket. So many times I’ve seen idiots not use it.

[@crabkilla]

I put on some liquid sealer (usually LiquiFlash) to keep the air and bugs out.

[@danrichards496]

@@crabkilla I’ve seen it in videos before. Does it stay flexible or could it crack over time?

[@crabkilla]

@@danrichards496 it is the material for using with zip R sheathing so it holds up. I use liquid flash for a ton of framing work

[@stevew2347]

Yep. There's some people on KZbin that really know what they're doing and how to explain the process. Well done 👍🏻

[@firedforfighting]

Love this, I wanna do stuff like this😊...wish i was born there..the tools look like a great time and energy saver too

[@Nathaniel1991]

Love your videos and also how you explain this with detail

[@hausplans]

I appreciate that!

[@jeffhiggins4505]

Takes to much time on large projects. Also we always use a sill plate on the block with a sill seal under it so no need to be on the wall

[@gillgetter3004]

Built a lot of walls way back as apprentice, was carpenter for forty years but mostly commercial last thirty. We did it by swinging a 20oz hammer, I could crack acorns with my fingers back then!!👍

[@WalterRWC]

Thank you so much for the content. It really makes sense now what are instructor is talking about. Really appreciate the content. Keep it coming.

[@hausplans]

Thanks man, I appreciate that

[@13Mappy]

That twist tool was beautiful

[@contractor556]

I like that stud squaring tool! Definitely stealing that idea

[@hausplans]

👍

[@anthony5227]

You are a beast carpenter and a great teacher. Good, calm, direct voice. With exactly the info you need. Good stuff

[@hausplans]

I appreciate that!

[@BushiestBesver]

You are a legend. Your building skill set paired with your teaching skills is a match made in construction heaven

[@hausplans]

Wow, thanks

[@MikeySkywalker]

That took for twisted studs is GENIUS. I’m doing that.

[@robertlee8805]

Great idea on adjusting crooked boards.

[@somecooney5304]

Not everyday you learn something new. Just did!

[@0skarJay690]

Absolutely Best Ways to Build Firm Walls 👍

[@hausplans]

👍

[@BotanicManic]

I love that board twister!

[@hausplans]

👍👍

[@joekitzman581]

You definitely explained that for people who already know how to build a wall.

[@silentepsilon888]

what a nice way of saying that this video is useless to someone who wanted to learn something new, LOL

[@timlecount8690]

Excellent video! Only difference is I put in 4 nails on that overlap plate.

[@hausplans]

👍👍

[@mpenrod]

Code requires 8 16d (4 each side of top plate overlaps)

[@natefmx333]

Great job! That looks great. You are obviously a very skilled framer

[@andykibler7993]

I’m in construction and awesome job.. thank u for explaing why u did what u did

[@michaelking42]

I used to own a house that was built using 2x6s, that place was solid as heck.

[@jessemansfield2411]

I made one of those jigs when I was doing framing it really does make things easier

[@paulpurves484]

I’m enjoying all your videos very helpful.

[@martinmaldonado3629]

I'm 36 years old. I wish I had someone like you. Teaching me the ropes

[@martinmaldonado3629]

And I'm also dyslesiic. I don't know if I said it right but yeah.

[@hausplans]

👍😊

[@pauli6043]

These are some great videos! Keep up the good work hopefully inspiring some youngsters to get into the building trades!

[@philipmasi3330]

You are a true tradesman! Well said and well done! Thanks for the new tricks!

[@jessicalawson1417]

That is heck of a well built wall

[@qzwxecrv0192837465]

A few things I learned from my grandfather who built buildings for decades: insulate that empty pocket in the corner. caulk the sill instead of the "seal". foundations can still be uneven enough that the foam seal doesn't work as you would hope. put sill bolts in every 3 feet. they are cheap and add extra security to the mating surfaces.

[@szymonorchowek9330]

Twester board is the best! Greetings from Poland.

[@shermanlabarge6132]

Bought a house with no insulation in the California corner cavity. Found mold growing on interior drywall. Read an article in Family Handyman that addressed this-drill through corner and insert spray foam straw. Had to drill several locations due to blocking, then mud/tape corner again

[@jeffccr3620]

I thought Cali corners went out of style in the 80s 😂

[@thomasvincent9220]

​@@jeffccr3620you do realize that houses were built before the 80's right?

[@jeffccr3620]

@h2s142 anything that can't breath will grow mold keep that in mind

[@jeffccr3620]

@thomasvincent9220 Well I started framing in 78 so yeah

[@yonseienglish]

Zen and Art of framing. Not only do you excel at framing, but video editing. Waaa…

[@ea_gaming]

I didn’t understand any of that, but it was fun to watch!

[@celebratelife865]

I am a man of 40 years old and I know nothing about construction. I love watching these types of videos though.

[@hausplans]

👍😊

[@Hopeful_Skeptic]

Thanks for that tip for twisting studs, gonna copy that and save my back . 👍

[@hausplans]

👍👍

[@UncleStevesWorkshop]

My favorite all around KZbin channel. Thx for taking time out of your work days to teach us with a good sense of humor 👍

[@hausplans]

Wow, thanks! Honestly, that means the world to me. Thanks for watching!!

[@shatteredreality1987]

I have to say im impressed. Learn something new everyday!

[@hausplans]

👍

[@mannyabii9157]

Thanks 🙏 for explaining this. I appreciate you. ❤

[@hausplans]

👍😊

[@ashleymccarthy6232]

Great work, here in the UK, we use bricks instead 😅!

[@cjktoo]

I've heard of a California Corner before, but an explainer video would be nice.

[@chrisanthony579]

It's just an "L" Allows insulation to go into the corner. I would like to see how he does his walls where the interior partition meets the exterior wall. We used to use a flat 2x6 sole to top plate.

[@chrisalister2297]

Google it. Geez.

[@jeffsim8664]

Just a normal corner that just about ever house has. Don't let the fancy names fool ya.

[@davidbryant3532]

It's that corner where all of the mindless fruits and nuts hang out

[@Curtis86]

​@@jeffsim8664In South Alabama, the corners of an exterior wall has to be completely solid, 3 boards thick.

[@bodieb.1239]

That'll stay straight. Great work and a help to us DIY's

[@clarkrichards1907]

That is some beautiful work.

[@hausplans]

Thank you very much

[@angelindaskyz3316]

As long as you went back for those shiners, great job 👍👍👍

[@hausplans]

Thanks 👍

[@trishmcelderry4762]

Thanks so much for sharing. Really love it. ❤️ 😊

[@hausplans]

👍

[@ExRazR]

neat corner for the gardenshed :)

[@ChefChrisDay]

Used to work on a framing crew and that's exactly how we did it. Only thing I'm unfamiliar with is the bottom plate moisture vapor barrier that you're stapling. And also where I used to frame it was a high hurricane risk. So tons of joist hangers and rafter clips on every joist and every rafter. And we had breakaway walls on the first floor because every house to code had to be elevated an entire floor on creosote pilings.

[@notachannel3104]

Love the videos Keep them coming

[@hausplans]

Thanks

[@towme123]

Good video and explanation for those folks that need advice.

[@philknight4450]

This series is awesome

[@hausplans]

Thanks

[@theancientsam]

"i made a tool to..." is probably my favorite thing about blue collar work.

[@winstonscates4387]

The good thing about the California corner is that it can be better insulated than the traditional corner and it is at least as strong.

[@hausplans]

True

[@digi3218]

How is it better? I just left another comment wondering how you get insulation in it 😂

[@brownstonecustomcabinetry5309]

Great framers make everybody else's job easy.

[@hausplans]

True

[@bikeman9419]

When I had my garage built I had the contractor put in a double sill plate with pressure treated wood.

[@danielcombs3048]

Always and that stapling cheap thin foam is crap. There's a special roll plate caulking. This guy is an amateur.

[@nickhiggins7923]

These videos are great. Thanks

[@hausplans]

👍

[@Beastinme29]

Should have mentioned why you crown the studs up but very informative and looks well built 👍🏿

[@hausplans]

Unfortunately KZbin limits their short videos to 60 seconds or less, so it’s hard to fit in all the detail that I would like to

[@KamMatt]

Love this series

[@hausplans]

Thanks

[@kylethompson2431]

You should demonstrate using a board stretcher

[@histguy101]

Never thought of stapling the seal to the bottom plate. That wouldve saved me a lot of time on many occasions when i used to frame

[@hausplans]

👍😊

[@teatonaz]

Never did more that wood shop in H.S., but I definitely had it in me. This just confirms it. Love learning this stuff. So well built AND well explained/shown. Definitely subscribed and excited for more. Will probably build a small 6x8’ish ( 5’ 9” high) storage shed in back yard ( HOA so have to stay below fence line ) with a slanted roof w/ hinges on the back so I can lift/support it up to get around in it. Just don’t know what to use for a base as I won’t be pouring cement. ( little to no mold prob.s here in hot/dry Phx Az area). Appreciate any thoughts on a floor. (Could probably just set it on pavers that are one brick high above the gravel I guess. )

[@hausplans]

You could build it on 4 x 4 pressure-treated runners

[@ellinganderson5434]

I've done that also, but in Oregon I use pier pads to keep it out of the mud and stop frost heaving and then fill the floor with 3/4- inch rock.

[@ragingrevenge1]

I always leave 1/4” gap at top plate intersection, it makes plumbing and lining easier

[@nandisaand5287]

The way we used to do it was *Floor plate gets installed first. *Lay top plate next to floor plate and mark both plates together at same for studs. *Dig thru wood pile for straight sticks for studs (twisted ones will be fire blocks and engineering). Cut to legth. *Nail studs into top plate. *Cut, nail in fire blocks. *Raise wall, and while one guy holds balance, nail studs to bottom plate. *Level wall. *Plywood sheath *Tyvek

[@bluedistortions]

Wow even the youtube commentators have nothing bad to say. Impressive.

[@wrektem240]

Just two of your shorts taught me so damn much man! So cool!

[@hausplans]

Thanks

[@tvviewer4500]

love how the wood warped right back to where it started when you removed that little wrench of yours.

[@ClintLock1]

i scrolled the frames, the re-warp is minimal if any. but at least you had a thrill leaving that little comment of yours

[@simont1709]

Awesome videos man!

[@hausplans]

Appreciate it!

[@Ynw_Wemby]

Again as a car salesmen and diy’er looks great. Can you explain what a California corner is?

[@tombiby5892]

Better to google it. It’s easier to see a drawing than imagine it from an explanation.

[@hausplans]

Good advice

[@Alecks_Martyn]

I like this way of doing it 👍🏻

[@jeffystevens]

As someone who has never done this, i can confirm i've been doing it that way for 60+ years

[@dreamwolf7302]

Had a welder friend had a fork to the back side of an old wrecker bar i had laying around. Use it when i need to straighten a board while i build my house.

[@jeepxj]

Put a bead of caulk on the sill seal before stapling. Air and bug seal barrier. Also need to do one to foundation and bottom side of sill foam

[@stevegagnon9451]

Well the insulation guy should be laying acoustic sealant along the inside plate before adding poly to the wall

[@jeepxj]

@@stevegagnon9451more barriers the better.

[@boingo9029]

For anyone watching never frame the the nail topmost first. Nail the bottom then get your hand away from the stud to nail the top because nails can and will fly through the lumber and into your hand if you leave it there

[@michaeldeangelo4374]

Good instructions Thanks.

[@hausplans]

You're welcome

[@bradleys8891]

As an european its really fun to see how its done in NA

[@TryDiy]

Thanks for the tips, Joe Rogan.

[@aaronrust9629]

Always nail the overlap top plate first, then sheathing and finally the cal corner.

[@thunderqueef]

nice white wood dude!

[@melvinw.quinene841]

This is awesome !!!

[@joseironman4582]

Nice tip👍👍👍

[@pedropereira8924]

Very good info thanks!

[@hausplans]

👍👍

[@iowaoutdoorfamily]

Great tips! ❤

[@josh8006]

Great information

[@edskins420]

Damnit I wanna learn how to build stuff like that lol. I can barely hang a shelf hahaha

[@worldpeace8187]

God given gift 💜💜

[@claytonwatts3518]

Really enjoying this series!

[@hausplans]

Thanks 😊

[@mrobvious1100]

That handmade twist tool is pretty cool I just use a large pipe wrench

[@steveeymann6374]

This isn't some magical trick this dude learned or taught himself. Its building code, and it's been that way a long time, Any qualified framer knows this.