Fig. 145. Detail of Door Frame
72. Door and Window Frames.—Like other carpentry detail, window and door frames may be constructed in any one of a number of styles. [Fig. 145] illustrates a satisfactory type of door frame for cottage use. The sill will be given a pitch or fall of 1" in 12" and will have its ends housed into the jambs. The jambs will be assembled first, being nailed together. Next, the side casings are fitted at their lower ends, cut to length and nailed. Frequently they are nailed and then cut to length. The head casing with its cap is next placed.
[Fig. 146] illustrates a common type of cottage window frame. The method of procedure is not unlike that described for the door frame. The sill will be grooved on its under side to receive the top edge of the siding board and given a fall of 1" in 10". Jambs must be grooved to receive a parting stop as shown. Where weights are to be used each jamb must have a pocket as detailed. The stock sawed out of the jamb may be made use of for pocket cover stock by proper manipulation. Pulleys may be placed before the jambs are assembled, at least the holes for them should be prepared.
Fig. 146. Detail of Window Frame
There are a number of "tricks of the trade" in frame making. Their presentation must be left to the instructor, for the making of frames belongs to millwork and space can be spared here for general directions only.
73. Woodwork in Masonry Structures.—Wood framing in brick and other masonry buildings is but slightly different from that wholly in wood. [Fig. 147] illustrates the manner of framing the ends of joists which rest in solid masonry walls. The ends are shaped as indicated so that, in case of fire, the floors in falling will not pull over the walls, but will fall free. Anchors are used to tie the building together, and these are to be placed near the lower edge of the joists so that they may split out of the joists easily or allow the floor to drop free, in case of a falling of the floor and joists.
A popular type of construction is that known as brick veneer, [Fig. 148.] It consists of an ordinary framed house with a covering of brick as shown. These bricks are fastened to the wall by metallic bonds. From the outside, the building has all of the appearance of solid brick, while it is claimed that a wall so formed is warmer than one of solid brick.
