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  "name": "How to Plan and Frame Interior Garage Walls for Workshop or Living Space",
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      "name": "Step 1: Inspect the concrete slab and set the perimeter layout",
      "text": "Examine the garage floor for high spots, cracks, and moisture issues using a level and chalk line. Snap reference lines for all planned walls, leaving enough room for vehicles and equipment. What done looks like is crisp, square chalk lines outlining every plate location across the cured concrete slab.",
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      "name": "Step 2: Anchor treated bottom plates to the concrete",
      "text": "Cut pressure-treated lumber to size to serve as the bottom plate that directly contacts the slab. Drill and fasten the treated plates into the concrete using approved corrosion-resistant masonry fasteners with proper spacing. What done looks like is a securely anchored bottom plate that does not rock or lift when stepped on.",
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      "position": 2
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      "name": "Step 3: Frame, plumb, and secure the wall studs and top plates",
      "text": "Assemble wall sections with straight studs spaced at regular intervals, typically sixteen inches on center, topped with double plates. Tilt the sections up, plumb them with a carpenter's level, and fasten them to the ceiling joists and adjoining framing. What done looks like is a rigid, perfectly vertical stud wall ready for utilities.",
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      "name": "Step 4: Install solid backing for cabinets and shelving",
      "text": "Measure planned heights for wall-mounted tool racks, heavy storage cabinets, and workbench attachments to install horizontal wood blocking between studs. Use the same dimensional lumber secured flush with the stud edges. What done looks like is sturdy, flush backing lumber placed anywhere heavy items will hang.",
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      "position": 4
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    {
      "name": "Step 5: Frame rough openings and build insulatable corners",
      "text": "Construct door and window openings using correctly sized headers, king studs, and jack studs based on span requirements. Assemble three-stud outside corners that leave accessible cavities for insulation rather than sealed voids. What done looks like is clean, square openings with open channels ready to accept insulation without compression.",
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    {
      "name": "Step 6: Complete rough trades before wall coverings",
      "text": "Run all required electrical conduit, outlet boxes, and rough plumbing through drilled stud centers before any insulation or drywall goes in place. Verify that all electrical boxes sit flush with future drywall thickness. What done looks like is fully inspected rough mechanicals positioned without crowding the stud bays. If your garage project involves structural modifications or code compliance across the Denver metro area, contact Abraham Becerra at HH Remodeling LLC at 303-505-0866 to discuss professional framing services.",
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