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Making Temporary Supports

When alterations are made to a load-bearing wall that will remove more than one stud, it is necessary to make temporary supports before beginning the project. Type of support required differs depending upon the type framing of the house – platform or balloon, as well as on the extent of the alteration, and how long it will take to complete the job.

For instance, say your house has a platform frame. A remodeling job that requires a large opening in a load-bearing wall will require two temporary ceiling joist supports; one on either side of the wall. Use either the hydraulic jack method or make a temporary stud wall. The temporary stud wall method should be used if the supports will have to remain in place for more than a day.


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