Nate R
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Our house was built in the early 20s w/ reused lumber. The studs had been cut in for a diagonal 1X4 for it's original use. But no one used that when they built this house. (Some of the studs w/ let ins are flipped around, so I know there was never any diagonals on this structure)
The outside is sheathed w/ 1X6 or 1X8 boards. Then there's wood siding over that, and vinyl over that.
Later this year, I'll be pulling everything off down to the original sheathing boards. I'm also exposing a couple of the walls inside the house w/ interior work.
Looking for suggestions on the easiest way to add racking resistance to the house. Visually it appears as if there has been some slight racking over time. I just don't want to worry about it moving back and forth, or moving ever again.
Do I have to nail 3/8" OSB over the entire structure, or is there an easier method to use?
The outside is sheathed w/ 1X6 or 1X8 boards. Then there's wood siding over that, and vinyl over that.
Later this year, I'll be pulling everything off down to the original sheathing boards. I'm also exposing a couple of the walls inside the house w/ interior work.
Looking for suggestions on the easiest way to add racking resistance to the house. Visually it appears as if there has been some slight racking over time. I just don't want to worry about it moving back and forth, or moving ever again.
Do I have to nail 3/8" OSB over the entire structure, or is there an easier method to use?