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This is a step-by-step instructional video on how to frame a basic window rough opening in a wall. I will be demonstrating and talking about how to do layout on wall plates and also assemble the jacks, cripples, Sill, Header, and king studs. Also, learn about rough opening “RO.” If you are new to construction or remodeling something at your own house, learning how to do this from a pro builder should speed you up and give you the confidence to do it right!
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[@bigbopete2667]

i learned how to build houses at Los Angeles Trade Tech. This is how we were taught. Also Larry Haun the Zen Master of residential construction came and gave us some secrets to the trade. These guys in this video are spot on. It should be mandatory in order to graduate with a high school diploma to acquire basic knowledge on building houses and auto repair....MANDATORY!!!

[@Adizzle235]

So everyone should know how to be a carpenter before leaving high school? Wtf?

[@francob4148]

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[@CleverGirlAAH]

@@Adizzle235 Dude, all the math you learn in school means nothing until you try and put up a wall I promise. hahaha

[@Adizzle235]

@@CleverGirlAAH what are you talking about? I’ve built many houses fyi

[@MrKen11589]

Thank you for explaining the process in detail. You explained your game plan, then showing us the boards you're talking about using the arrows to point to the boards you're calling them. It helps me to keep up with the process. I have learned a lot.

[@skp2158]

This HAS TO BE the BEST tutorial I've watched in the construction business. Definition of terms, visual demonstrations as well as discussion of why's and wherefor's is clear enough for anyone to understand. I'm an old lady rebuilding her own kitchen, with some carpentry experience but always refreshing my memory on structural requirements so I'm subscribing and will probably binge watch the rest of your videos just for fun :) Thanks guys!

[@lincolnpascual]

I love watching pros work, no matter what industry they're in. The efficiency, the confidence in what they're doing... It's impressive. My trade is metalwork these days, specifically gunsmithing, now that I'm retired from being a shooter... The way he glides around the job is exactly how I am in my shop, and how I was on the job before retirement. Keep up the good work. I came here because it's been a long time since I built a house, and my brother just enlisted me in remodeling his house. We both know how to do it, but he's the carpenter by trade... I'm the soldier. So I'm a bit rusty. I'll be framing windows on Thursday, so I better brush up on the lingo. I was trying forever trying to remember the names of the king studs until I remembered KZbin.

[@utubewatcher360]

SPOT ON PERKINS!!!!! I hope the Crazy Framer watches your videos and learns what it means to take pride in your work and do it right!!! Its not always about speed!! its about quality framing and accurate walls to set the precedence for the remaining of the build. Your mentors taught you well my friend.

[@pinchpeak5203]

You've probably already heard of this, but I prefer nailing the king stud, jack stud, and outer criple, all together before putting them down onto the plate. This just makes nailing them together and flushing them a lot easier since you're not fighting gravity

[@screamingchickenzentemple5431]

Again,,,,I was fortunate to work and learn as an apprentice in Landscaping, but have had to learn on my own on building, so we greatly appreciate all of the videos

[@JonnyBetz]

i am 22 years old and love learning this stuff God Bless you your helping the next generation.

[@meowmixmeowmix]

Great video! I always thought houses were put together the same way as Legos. I expected more super glue. Really opened my eyes.

[@GS.9093_Mart]

More vids like this please!! Thank you for dropping some knowledge Happy holidays

[@u.sonomabeach6528]

Man, you are keeping me from getting any work done because I can't quit watching your videos. When I do break off and get back at it my work will be much better thanks to this channel!

[@victoriaharris9507]

I'm teaching an NCCER Carpentry 1 class using your videos to break down framing for high school students. Thanks for making it entertaining and breaking it down for my kids.

[@timmaxey7841]

On window openings, take the number of studs interrupted and divide by 2. If you end up with a half you round up. That will give you the number of king studs required.

[@chardful]

It would be dope if you guys did a video on "advanced framing" and the benefits of thermal bridging! Love your vids

[@jmaison]

Great video. No fluff. Just good information. I’m framing windows today and this was very helpful. Thankyou.

[@ericbaker6542]

I always get a a few sheets of 2” solid blue insulation board with my frame packs to use inside my headers for insulation

[@whistlinframer6812]

Great idea putting in a screw to pry on for getting the header flush, when I don’t have screws I sometimes pull the safety lever back, fire a nail and then pry on the head

[@rubenvarela4077]

Or a nail helps

[@skp2158]

Yes brilliant!

[@T.E.P.]

Such great videos you guys! Always an incredible job and superb explanations.

[@joeromang703]

I always appreciate when "real" pros share tips and building techniques instead of amateurs acting like they know what they're talking about. I learn just as much about how NOT to do something from those guys, so it's not a total loss. Thanks for the expert content and easy to understand presentation.👍

[@zerohero6602]

As a DIYer your channel is a great inspiration for learning about the construction trade. We all appreciate you guys taking the time to spread your knowledge.

[@TaweewatJankhampa]

Yes I agreed

[@paullarnce2167]

I always learn something when I watch you guys. TX

[@gabrielcasillas7882]

Thanks so much for all the great content! I'm always learning so much!! helps me a ton and I put it in practice at work!

[@ZPX945]

Thanks for sharing your skills!

[@iendoftime8781]

You are the man, you explain yourself extremely well, thank you !!!

[@Malomex13]

Awesome video... Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge... I've learned so much by watching your channel... You're the best.....

[@johnyearsley7970]

Just love your videos. Going to build myself a wooden garage so thank you for all this information. Scottish John

[@jmthompson437]

I watched this a year ago...and re-watched tonight. Amazing how better I understood it this go round...Likely relative to how much I've learned watching these guys over a year. Thank-You!

[@denniseaddy9736]

As usual, good , quality stuff! Keep em coming !

[@patchrismansr1418]

Thank You Sir as usual you make it seem so easy. I appreciate all you do for people. Everyone should be great full for the time you take to teach us your skills. Just ignore the people who make worthless comments, that is just the human mind being insecure. They have to think they know everything. Thank You again be safe. Pat W Chrisman Sr

[@wjthehomebuilder]

7:12 Filling w/ spray foam. That's an interesting approach to an insulated header. We've just been using a 4X header flush with the exterior wall and using a piece of Rigid Foam insulation on the inside.

[@Ramdodge582]

yup, we do it the same way out here in WA. sheet foam is cheaper then spray... but your already putting can's into the house around boxes and penetrations so... tomato tomato.

[@wjthehomebuilder]

@@Ramdodge582 I've noticed the electricians seem to like to run wires in the header cavity before the foam goes up too.

[@Ramdodge582]

@@wjthehomebuilder really!? above i door i could see that but a window .. that doesn't make much sense... but they can do some stupid shit.

[@Dalonghair]

Spray foam gives a better R-value for insulation.

[@Ramdodge582]

@@Dalonghair then rigid? It's the same, 7.7 per inch

[@rreese8422]

Love the vids! Keep them coming

[@robertforsyth4410]

Great production, clean. One thing to note: The jack studs holding any header should always in my mind be full bearing to the beam member its supporting. the window liner should butt into the jacks. Framing the liners full length of the beam (headers) you are creating a swell point and crush point as the wood grain is flat the way you have framed it on the bearing point above the post. When using 2x materials for headers, pack 1/2 plywood between 2 of the 3 pieces to gain the 5.5 inches for your exterior walls. Another note. 2x8 Headers should always have 4 nails connecting the king studs on the sides to prevent roll of the header off of the posts once loaded with the roof.

[@Peter-zr8bb]

right on , so correct as shrinkage that way causes drywall cracks

[@joshkitchen9926]

I’m a builder and I don’t watch many of these videos but I love these guys! I think I’ve watched just about all of their content. Nice to see younger pros making strait forward videos for the greenies also the way they run there projects nicely they also keep it light and have fun doing it ! If your doing this for a living the way these guys do you got it made! Well done boys, I’m a fan! And it’s good for the next generation to see instead of the “alternative “ lol

[@michaelhowell8990]

Really appreciate the sense of humor and the top notch info on how-to. Best videos of this sort I’ve found on KZbin. I’m building a block foundation at the end of December and will be using your ninja like ways ! Oh yeah - who cares about those whiny babies in the comments ! Don’t give them any acknowledgement !

[@kegman1]

Thank you for sharing your craft. Your videos are very informative.

[@WiliamBennettwildarbennett]

Now that I'm RETIRED, I honestly can say I Do Not Miss Those Cold Frosty Mornings on a frozen jobsite framing up houses. So I will lift my hot cup of coffee to salute you'ns. Always enjoy your videos Well Done. And I've got add that I've seen things done a little differently that would have save me time.

[@PerkinsBuilderBrothers]

Cheers.. I’m trudging through half frozen mud puddles currently!

[@bwiseok]

This was amazing video. I swear I’ve watched it four times. I’m sure I’ll watch it a couple more times as I’m about to put windows in a build today. However the wall is already built and up so I’m going to have to cut through a 2 x 4 two. But your directions were excellent and easy to follow. You were very detailed and for a girl who has never built a house before I feel confident that I can walk out there right now and do it. Thank you very much

[@joshuasmith1215]

Dude...awesome video. I love how thorough your explanation is and the fact that you actually demonstrate it. This is exactly the type of video I'm always looking for on KZbin. Hope to learn more from your channel.

[@dazyweymer1314]

This is a great instruction video. Very clear directions. Well enunciated. Much appreciated.

[@javiergamez3343]

Learning something new from you guys like in every video, thanks

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I just love these Brothers THANK YOU.

[@cmm170526]

Great video! 👍. Thank you very much for your help

[@NOJUSTNOALWAYSNO]

Great instructional video. It takes great attention to make these easy to understand and you... nailed it. Pun intended. TY

[@jeremythompson0306]

You’re by far the best ..!!! People always leave out a good bit

[@lucasbarrientes]

Thanks for sharing. I'm about to frame up a tiny house and needed a solid refresher course on window openings. Looking forward to watching more of your content!

[@JohnS-gf4sz]

Thank you my friend for the knowledge!!! About to embark on enclosing my patio, which only requires a single 20ft wall. I want to put a door and some windows too. Thank you!

[@ellymajonen7316]

Awesome! Thanks so much for this video. Well done.

[@gporr7004]

Finally a video showing how to measure and mark where the king and jack studs go. Thx

[@matthiasdemey1423]

Very good instructional video! Thanks!

[@abenzuoo]

first time this kind of topic is really easy tutorial xD thanks for video and greetings from FIN

[@stevenpiperno4779]

Excellent video! Thank you for posting. I didn't have to fast forward once.

[@kruschrhoades]

I'm a framer and this is great effing work.

[@FSAUDIOGUY]

Very tight work...nicely done guys!

[@LetsBuildAHouse]

Thank you for this video! Super helpful and detailed.

[@michaeleastwood6755]

Thanks I'm learning learning daily. 🙏

[@screamingchickenzentemple5431]

We always enjoy the videos,,,usually very informative,,,,and often times you will mention a very simple thing that ties everything in for us. We trust brother is doing ok with his fingers

[@giovannilugas3639]

You guys are amazing. Watching your video's and learning from you is fantastic!

[@davidelliott5843]

In UK we use metric but in the old days of imperial we would stick to inches for things like framing. 2ft 6ins x 4ft would be 30 x 48. It's unambiguous. whereas mixing ft and ins often can be taken two ways.

[@bradeley6409]

That's how windows and doors are measured. You use feet and inches, not just inches.

[@duketran62]

Brad Eley It took me a long while to figure 2640 out is 30 x 48. Why wouldn’t we simply use inch, since it is used in almost entirely of framing?

[@duketran62]

I had realized that instead of making 2 measurements to have the lenght of cripple, it is easier, faster if we do math. Since standard jack is 81, take 81-48-1.5= 31.5 (Jack - wo-sill)

[@nathanbentley791]

By far best channel on KZbin

[@tnsoftailrider]

Nice how to video. have learned to add another piece of 2 x ? on the outside of the King stud to allow more backing for a curtain rod, or allow for two jack studs for that extra 1-1/2". It keeps owners from destroying the sheetrock trying to mount the rod support.

[@lilamaddox4688]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make videos like this it is much appreciated

[@texascraftsman7215]

Great job explaining the process! easy to understand it would be nice if everyone would teach on the job like that instead of yelling JUST DO IT LIKE I DO lol 😂

[@WiliamBennettwildarbennett]

Hey that the wag I learned it too

[@kenbrake2828]

100%

[@kurthodge12]

Looks like you nailed it

[@StrainingDingelberry]

I’m beginning building my own home. Doing everything myself. And your videos are very helpful. Unfortunately I get no cell service where I’m building so I have to watch ur videos and write everything down before I go to the site.

[@samuelbowles3054]

Something you can try on your cripple studs for the sill, is cut them on a 5° angle sloping away from the house for water runoff. If your window leaks. Added to what these guys showed your golden.

[@BaldEagle1775]

Very good lesson. Thank you.

[@MimmyJorgan17]

Awesome video and gave you all the information with no frill. Love it and awesome job

[@ahbird3187]

Nailed it!

[@kieranholderness3385]

Don't try be funny that's my job.

[@karlmckinney8469]

I have learned so Much from These videos

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[@richardribando9014]

Excellent job explaining “ how to “ video, well done!!!

[@reedjasonf]

The "2640" labeling had my head spinning... what if the RO was 2 feet and 11 inches? Would you have written "21140"?

[@paulthomas2236]

It’s one thing knowing what your doing but it’s different ballgame trying to teach others good job guys

[@MsElijah16]

Paul Thomas Communicating a task in a way that the listener can understand can be tricky. These videos are awesome, love the arrows to point to where everything is

[@GH-sn1hc]

Was a framer for a lot of years, things have changed. We only used nail guns to nail the subfloor. But we could really swing a hammer, never saw a screwgun on the job unless we wee installing doors

[@JohnLee-ed8yi]

The consummate pro! Thank you for detailed instructions.

[@ericcrosco6271]

Nice work!you are the man!

[@walterdiaz2003]

Nice. I bought a house recently and I have embarked myself in DIY. I think my first of a kind project would be a shed.

[@Moist_yet_Crispy]

Great video, I didn't get the 2640 "rough opening" part though. I'd love to see a video where you talk about how that works with other more esoteric building MOs. Perhaps I'm just dense. Love your channel

[@johns.1940]

2'6" x 40" is what you missed. He restated the dimension. You just don't speak the language... catanese

[@barrettbradshaw8602]

The 40 is 4’0” thus 48 inches. Not 40 inches.

[@user-ev4pb9xj7e]

@@johns.1940😂😂😂😂apparently you don’t either😂2640 = 2’6” (30”) x 4’0” (48”). Nice try at trying to sound intelligent tho😂😂😂😂

[@johns.1940]

@@user-ev4pb9xj7eyou got me ahahahhaha

[@brianwin5183]

great instructor. thank you.

[@barrydeacon3551]

Excellent instruction video… Nailed it👍 B Deacon Manitoba Canada 🇨🇦

[@santiagodominguez2522]

Is specific way to nail on the inspection some many for every foot or pattern?

[@dianefreeman579]

Thank you so much for the clear explanation on how to build this. My situation is different but now that I see what you've done I can replicate it for the most part.

[@KRConnection]

Thank you!

[@guwop2234]

the guy at 7:15 thats just sitting there staring at the camera with drill in hand... he mustve got the quiet on set talk lol

[@Carl-LaFong1618]

Union guy.

[@rafemaxwell4143]

Nice, I was wondering if you insulated your headers, didn't look like it from pictures. Any reason you use spray foam with the void instead of rigid on the inside of the double?

[@brightlightabove]

Curious what your thoughts are about sloping the sill outward in case of an eventual leak. A lot of guys I come across say to slop the sill by 6 degrees, but that would complicate the flashing I'll be using in the end since I was planning on using the vinyl corners instead of flextape. I vastly prefer the idea of keeping everything straight and flush, but the outward slant definitely makes sense to me aswell.

[@andrewcarr2431]

here we bai; on a piece of wood clapboard siding on the sill to create a slope. Flashed with tape to seal

[@cvillarrealb]

Great video man. Thanks

[@lilolmecj]

Thank you so much for producing this! You answered every question I have. I need to replace the windows in my garage. The one question you just answered is height, which I figured there was a standard, but did not know. Thanks again.

[@MrMeasureTwice]

Hey guys - I just wanted to say how much I appreciate your taking the time to teach us as you're busy actually building something. I have learned a lot so far and I expect that there is much more to learn in the future. I'm also going back and watching your older videos to pick up more lessons too. Anyway, just wanted to tell you - THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!

[@screamingchickenzentemple5431]

Yes,,,,I love making videos during our work, but I do not have the luxury of a crew working, so I cannot or do not have the time to do all of the instructions and presentations that Perkins do, really appreciate it

[@nicpedia2432]

Eric, after having framed a third house I've started to see fluctuating exterior door heights. I'm also tired of using 2x8 and filler material to make an old school door and window header. Do you guys typically use a 2x12 flush on each side of the wall with that 2x6 holding the two 2x12s? Or was that an LVL? I'm looking for ways to speed up the header process. I do like the insulated header idea especially since using a 2x12 or LVL will be plenty strong with one or two layers leaving a void in 2x6 walls. I assume you just use the canned minimal expansion foam? You'll have to give more details on that part in one of your videos as well! Appreciate you taking the time to frame properly. Flushing Kings with Jacks, marking a sill instead of eyeballing it, and keeping things tight. Not sure if you do it off camera but straightening the studs as you nail them is a big time killer that I end up doing. I mark the stud side of the plate when doing layout so I can twist (straighten) the stud to be perfect. Curious about your opinion on this.

[@LEDRavecom]

Great instructional! Thank you! Please explain how 48x30 becomes “26 40”. Thanks.

[@noahdiminick7544]

it’s not thirty by forty eight, it’s two six by four zero (ie 2’6” and 4’0”)

[@johnwarner9082]

Stumped me too! Thankfully (from the REPLIES) I learned that, in window and door jargon, width is always first (feet then inches) and height is second (feet then inches) e.g. 2 feet 6 inches (wide) X 4 feet 0 inches (high) equals 2640

[@thomaslemoins6298]

Great team! Thanks for the lessons...

[@wonderwoman2341]

Thank you so much.

[@rvchipster]

Great vid. On a non load bearing wall, would it be acceptable/common to raise the window height way up toward the 2 top sill plates rather than keeping the windows even with the top of the doors?

[@jeffreyotterby5561]

I am a total novice and these videos are extremely helpful. Quick question...on the first wall I built (making a chicken coop with 5 foot walls...I cut all the studs at 4'9", but when I went to frame it, some of the boards ended up being about 1/4" to 1/2" short (even though they were all the same size). What did I do wrong?

[@yousuxalot]

Great video! 👍

[@allenolsen5844]

Great explanation

[@DustySquitoNM]

Super useful, simple, straightforward videos like this are the reason I come to KZbin for how-tos. Thank you very much!

[@jfarinacci0329]

Really good vid. Thank you.

[@edithnavarro2212]

What's the temp out there? What gear are you wearing? Do you recommend snug fitting or loose? Same questions for hotter weather.

[@cdawg9149]

Depending on the type of window trim , Ill use two sill plates for a nailer for the trim.

[@johns.1940]

Good idea.