Friday, July 16, 2010

Third and final phase of construction is the external cladding and plastic sheet window. The cladding will give the wall water proofing from rain and also a little more rigidity.
Here is the second phase of construction, with the addition of Jack studs, Noggings, Lintels, trimmers and insulation. Brick ties will be laid in the mortar to give the Masonry wall more stability. Also top plates and bottom plates complete the timber wall frame. The timber frame is the only structural support for the roof (even tho a roof will not be added) and masonry wall.

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

This is a working drawing for the first phase of construction, approx 50 bricks in all will be used with MGP10 90X35 timber for the framing and old pillows for insulation. Still undecided about the external cladding and window. Brickies mud will be used for mortor to hold the bricks.