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General Window Instructions
The instructions below shows how to assemble window and/or door headers and
frame in window openings. There are extra pre-cut 2x4 wall studs, 2x6 boards and
7/16" OSB fillers provided for this. Additional filler strips can be cut from the 4'x7'
OSB cover sheet on the main pallet (you will need a 4'x4' section of the cover sheet
for Step 20. Sample door and windows opening are shown for reference. Adjust
the opening sizes to fit the windows and doors you purchase.
1. Assemble window or door headers by cutting
2x4 pre-cut wall studs or 2x6 boards . Cut OSB
fillers from material supplied in our kit. Headers
should be made 3" longer than the window or
door rough opening measurements.
2. Assemble a window header using wood glue and
10d coated sinker nails, nailing both sides.
3. Cut 2x4 pre-cut wall studs to
construct a window frame.
2x4 Sill Plate
2x4 or 2x6 Board
4. Install window following the manufacturer's
instructions. Cut exterior siding to fit around
the window.
OSB Filler
2x4 or 2x6 Board
Window Header
2x4 Window Jacks
to Support Header
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