Framing Guidelines
- Whether you are redecking an existing frame, or starting with a brand new frame, your frame should be square and level within ⅛” or 3mm.
- Start away from the structure and work towards it so any boards that need to be ripped lengthwise are against the home or structure.
- Boards that run perpendicular to the primary boards, such as feature boards or picture framing boards, require additional framing and shimming.
- If you are installing the boards at an angle, you need to place the joists at a maximum of 16” on center.