I want to build a garage.

[Hotler]

I want to learn to do the framing myself. Besides the DIY network where can I find info about proper framing.

[NMDemDist2]

1. i have always found good info on doityourself.com. here's a link to garages

http://www.doityourself.com/scat/garages

[Warpy]

2. Look into kit garages.

They come with full instructions. All you have to do is rent the table saw.

The footings and slab are best left to a professional, IMO.

[lumberjack_jeff]

3. Buy a set of plans. Buy some nails and a hammer. Get busy.

I've found that "just do it" is more than a slogan.

I built my shop, then moved on to my house. It turned out okay for a guy who didn't know jack when he started. The building officials have been an excellent resource to me.

[Hotler]

4. Thanks! I'm going for it. eom.

[petgoat]

5. It ain't rocket science. Look at some neighbors' garages to

get an idea about practical roof designs for snow load, etc.

Also make it plenty big for storage, maybe walk-in cabinets on the outside.

[nedbal]

6. If you can cut "OK" compound angles @ the right length, go for it......

measure twice, cut once

A framing square and it's tables is an education, you ok with trig in high school math. not that u need trig, you have the framing square for that

[Kolesar]

7. Despite the cold weather and a 48" frost line, they still use floating-slabs here

The best construction is to dig 48" down and lay a foundation and build up walls. I came to the realization that for small structures (21' x 20'), they pour a "floating slab" with an integral floor and a small scale foundation around the perimeter.

It works if the structure is small and lightweight. For example, you could never put on an attic or a second floor to store heavy stuff. (or any stuff).

The floating slab saves a huge amount of money.

Stay away from that sheating that looks like pressboard. The paint will fail on it and you will never get paint to stick again.