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Lumber Framing Estimation and Takeoff : In Canada, the principal softwood lumber species are Spruce, Pine, Hemlock, Douglas Fir, Larch and Western Red Cedar (WRC), while the predominant hardwood species are Birch, Maple and Oak.
Metal Stud Wall Framing Details and Takeoff:
There are two main components of metal stud framing- a stud and a track. Heavier gauge metal studs are used in load bearing walls and structural applications and Lighter gauge metal studs are used in non-load bearing walls.
Roofing Estimation and Takeoff:
Following are the types of roofing materials are commonly used in present day roof construction-
– Asphalt Shingles Roofing/ Composite Shingles Roofing
– Wood Shingles
– Metal Roofing
– Clay Tiles
– Slate etc
Fig- Ashpalt Shingle Roof
Fig- Metal Roof
- Vinyl Sidings
- Fiber Cement Siding
- Insulated Vinyl Siding
- Lap Smartside Siding
- Hardie Board Siding
- Natural Wood Siding
- Manufactured Wood Siding
- Metal Siding
- Stone Veneer Siding etc
Fig- Vinyl Siding
Fig- Fiber Cement Siding
Soffits and fascia serve different purposes, both help protect against water infiltration. Fascia is the exterior framing that protects the house to give shape to the roof. Soffits typically cover the underbelly of the eaves and help the rafters resist moisture and ventilation of house.
Fig- Soffit and Fascia:
- Regular Drywall or White Board. The most common type of residential drywall is regular drywall
- Moisture-Resistant Drywall. Regarding indoor air quality, you need residential drywall that prevents the intrusion of water and moisture
- Fire-Resistant Drywall
- Soundproof Drywall.
Fig- Drywall Construction
Flooring Calculation and Takeoff: There are five main types of hardwood floors that are mostly used in Residential Construction. They are- Vinyl, Laminate, Parquet, Solid and Engineered Hardwood Flooring. Engineered wood flooring is a better choice in high-moisture environments like kitchens, bathrooms, and basements. For whole house flooring installations, hardwood and Engineered hardwood floors both options offer a wide range of style choices.
- Oil paint (Oil-based paints and water-based paints)
- Emulsion Paint
- Enamel Paint
- Bituminous Paint
- Aluminium Paint
- Anti-Corrosive Paint
- Synthetic Rubber Paint
- Cement Paint
Wall Paints and Finishes:
Flat/Matte: Flat paints also called matte paints have the least amount of shine. They’re best used in low-traffic areas, like dining rooms, and surfaces that won’t be touched much, like ceilings. Eggshell: Eggshell finishes are a very popular paint finish. They’re slightly more lustrous than flat paints. Eggshell paints are great for places with low or medium traffic, like living rooms, hallways, and entryways. Satin: Satin finishes are the most common interior paint finish. They have a great choice for high-traffic areas like kitchens, playrooms, family rooms, bathrooms, and laundry rooms. Semi-gloss: Semi-gloss paints are shiny and reflective. They’re extremely durable and mildew-resistant, so they’re best used in rooms that get a lot of wear and tear or moisture, like kids’ rooms, kitchens, and bathrooms. High-gloss: High-gloss paints are the shiniest paint finish, most durable and washable and they can handle daily scrubbing. They can be use for doors, trim, and cabinetry
There are varieties of colors for Composite Decking to select your deck-
Coastline, Cypress, English Walnut, Mahogany, Castle Gate, American Walnut, Slate Gray, Mocha, Ashwood, Espresso, Driftwood, Dark Roast, Brown Oak, Rustic Elm, Silver Maple, Stone Ash, Maritime Gray, Dark Teak, Sea Salt Gray etc.Cabinetry:
