Today is a follow up episode from 03/02/21  Ep. 109 - Building a Commercial Kitchen – Part 1Today, in Part 2 of this series – we’re going to talk about framing in the commercial kitchen.  In the previous episode (109), we talked about the backstory of the commercial kitchen…and how I ended up here, working on the construction of one in the first place.  Today - we're diving into the actual first step of construction.Framing in of the roomFor context, we’re building this room inside a pole barn (which we sometimes refer to as a warehouse)If you’re building a commercial kitchen, it’s important to learn laws / regulations in your state / countyInspections by your state department of agriculture vary by state and often times by countyHowever, if you decide to do this – prior research is highly recommendedMoreover, visiting other sites of other people who are doing what you’re doing is also recommendedNot to mention visiting other “certified” commercial kitchens in your countyThis will allow you gain some context and learn what is / isn’t acceptableMost people willing to talk and share experiences and more specifically what NOT to doThe barn is a typical 40 x 64 barnThe office is 40 x 15 The commercial kitchen is going to be about 30 x 15 – the adjacent 10 is walk in coolerWe only need to frame out two walls…Since the third wall is the outside of the barn wallAnd the fourth wall is the wall of the previously constructed officeTo make things easy, I’ve attached / included the materials list for my talking points   | Component | Component | (Qty) | Notes | 2x4 pressure treated, 8' length | bottom plate (2)   | 2x6 pressure treated, 8' length | bottom plate (6)   | 2x4 studs, 8' length | wall studs (16)12 of these need to be cut to 92-5/8" for wall studs, the remaining 4 will be used for double top plate. | 2x6 studs, 8' length | wall studs (50)35 of these need to be cut to 92-5/8" for wall studs, 12 will be used for double top plate, and the remaining used to frame in door | 2x10 ceiling joists, 16' length | ceiling joists (26) | 4'x8' OSB. 1/2" thick | wall sheathing  (8) The thickness should match what is on adjacent walls | 4'x8' plywood, 1/2" thick | roof (16) The thickness should match what what is on adjacent roof Ok, so there you have itNext episodes we will talk about the following:-         Insulation-         Interior Walls-         Fiberglass Reinforced Paneling (FRP)-         Electrical -         Along with some cost estimates    CLICK HERE TO RATE AND REVIEW THE PODCASTOr…please give it a rating on your podcast player of choice.Share it with a friend!  Follow this link to ALL EPISODES here      Have a Question or any feedback for Rob?  Join the community:York Meadow Farm: Lacto-Fermented FoodsRich in probiotics, our fermented foods are also paleo and keto friendly. Eat a proper human diet. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showBecome a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ patreon.com/allaroundgrowth