https://stream.echo6.co/videos/watch/8a34f7fa-18ea-4780-9126-d966339e6b02 In this video we go way back to basics—at least as “basic” as it gets when you’re framing a full-height rake wall with pre-attached overhangs. We’re laying out, building, and standing the rear wall of the great room, and along the way I cover the exact process I use for accurate layout, smooth drywall lines, pocket headers, LVL studs, and perfect window placement. This wall ties into what people call Monopoly Framing—adding overhangs after the wall is stood so you can cleanly tie your Zip System air barrier on the walls to the Zip roof. We’ll dive deeper into that in future videos, but you’ll see the overhangs and story pole in action here. What you’ll see in this video: Why the big rake wall is kept off the line until final alignment Using snap lines + reference corners to keep layout honest How I center and mark windows using the “don’t hook your tape” method Why we start layout from centerlines for joist alignment Framing with LVL studs, king studs, trimmers, and cripple studs Building pocket headers for future insulation Keeping the drywall side perfectly smooth (my #1 rule) When I intentionally leave small gaps—and why Strong-Tie timber screws fix everything Routing Zip-R sheathing cleanly without needing a second person Setting walls on line using one corner + one screw A bunch of moments where the nails refuse to cooperate and the crew roasts each other (as usual) At the end, we walk through what’s coming next: air barrier connections, stair opening, ledgers, and why Jordan might secretly be a marketing genius—if he ever remembers to brush his teeth. If you’re learning framing or sharpening your process, this walkthrough should help you build walls straighter, smoother, and faster. 0:00 Jammed Nailer 1:13 Selecting Plates 1:40 Plate Layout Step 1 2:36 Window & Stud Layout 7:15 Toenail Bottom Plate 8:15 Cutting Window Packages 11:33 Framing Windows First 18:35 Pocket Header 19:19 Framing the Wall 22:56 Sheathing 23:48 Properly Fastening 24:46 Next Time Some of the links below are affiliate links. I may make a small commission off of them. 5% coupon code "NGDAWESOME" and the free freight on fastener orders over $1,000 with code "FREESHIPPING The tools I use and recommend https://acmetools.pxf.io/AwesomeFramers Nick's Boots + Awesome Framers boot The Wood Butcher https://rb.gy/x316yv Instagram www.instagram.com/awesomeframers/ website https://www.awesomeframers.com/blog https://www.tiktok.com/@awesomeframers Company https://pioneerbuildersonline.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/PioneerBuildersInc ISOtunes Bluetooth Hearing Protection - https://bit.ly/Timmy10 (10% off code: Timmy10) Nicks Boots https://bit.ly/3MEHY56 https://truewerk.com/collections/workwear-shirts-hats/products/trucker-hat-tim-uhler-awesome-framers Click here for a discount on Hyspecs Safety Glasses www.iwearhyspecs.com/timmy10 Oh and another takeaway, if you use a drone for commercial work, you need to be part107 certified. Commercial work includes social media like YouTube if you plan to make an income off of that. I watched a video about this last May and then purchased the Part 107 Course https://sso.teachable.com/secure/245841/checkout/1320802/bundle-remote-pilot-plus-maneuvers?affcode=245841_0eauthdo&coupon_code=FRAMERS100 I studied and learned for 1 month and then took my test. I scored a 95%, which is a testament to how good Greg and the crew over there teach. That link will save you $100 off the course and support this channel. badgertoolbelts.com https://wavecel.com/ https://jackasssawhorse.com/ Spotify Playlist ?? https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1nieBWiaM6g6KCYWaYWBQf #building #construction #framing #huberpartner #ontheroadwithhew Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:37:14 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://stream.echo6.co https://stream.echo6.co/client/assets/images/icons/icon-512x512.png https://stream.echo6.co/videos/watch/8a34f7fa-18ea-4780-9126-d966339e6b02 All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://stream.echo6.co/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.