A close-up view of the room being framed in the Mini Dome.

Room Framing – Steel (no longer applicable)

Room framing steel photo number 01.

The updated design (shown here) features a slightly extended wall length, allowing the floor joists to run in a different direction, eliminating the need for the steel cantilever.

Room framing steel photo number 02.

Lift the steel cantilever into place.

Room framing steel photo number 03.

Clamp and strap the end to ensure it stays put.

Room framing steel photo number 04.

Align the end of the steel cantilever with the steel bracket, then fasten it to the wall by screwing through the welded brackets.

Room framing steel photo number 05.

Add strapping to the wall framing, then drill and bolt the steel cantilever through the double top plates. Torque (65 lb-ft) and mark the fasteners.

Room framing steel photo number 06.

Detail shot showing the completed steel cantilever fastening.

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