What software is used to illustrate wall assemblies? Is there an easy way to replicate these diagrams using free software?
I am experiencing a shortage of squiggly lines.
https://www.buildingscience.com/documents/insights/bsi-001-the-perfect-wall
https://www.greenbuildingadvisor.com/app/uploads/sites/default/files/Stick framing – raised heel-700×293.jpg
https://s3.amazonaws.com/greenbuildingadvisor.s3.tauntoncloud.com/app/uploads/2018/07/25024432/raised_heel_0-700×906.jpeg
https://www.usgdesignstudio.com/wall-selector.asp
https://designcenter.nationalgypsum.com/storage/components/thumb/6.jpg
https://www.greenbuildingadvisor.com/app/uploads/sites/default/files/Roger Normand – Edgewaterhaus wall section – 3.jpg
PS: The site’s editor breaks longer links on linebreak in the post despite showing them as functional in the editor itself.
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Hi Burninate,
I know a lot of professionals and non-professional owner/designer/builders who use the free version of SketchUp for all sorts of design and construction drawings.
I like SketchUp as well. Its super fast for figuring out details. I wouldn't design a whole house in it personally, I like Revit for that. But just for details or specific assemblies I find SketchUp the fastest/easiest.
Draftsite if AutoCAD is more your style.
https://www.3ds.com/products-services/draftsight-cad-software/
Basically, a free version of AutoCAD R14. Not too many "bells & whistles," but it will do basic 2D drawings. Many of the shortcut commands are the same.
Here's a quick overview of some other options:
https://all3dp.com/2/best-autocad-alternatives/
It looks like Draftsite's free version is being discontinued, and deactivated remotely in existing installs at the end of the year.
I use Sketchup's old free desktop version extensively for 3D work, but it doesn't have what appears to be customary 2D symbology for this particular style of diagram. I also have access to Inkscape and Illustrator. I wasn't kidding when I said I was missing squiggly lines (denoting insulation). My question is - where does one find this symbology originally?
I may have to just reconstruct it myself out of geometry.
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Illustrating wall assemblies often requires specialized CAD software such as AutoCAD or Revit, which offer robust tools for creating detailed diagrams. However, if you're looking for a free alternative, I recommend exploring software like SketchUp or FreeCAD. While they may not have all the features of professional CAD software, they still provide ample functionality for creating basic wall assembly diagrams. Additionally, online platforms like https://prosoftstore.com/ offer a variety of software options, including some free alternatives, that may suit your needs. With a bit of creativity and resourcefulness, you can replicate wall assembly diagrams effectively using accessible software solutions.
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Some of us (the really old guys) just sit down behind the
drafting table and use a drafting machine. I realize that this
is a heretical notion in the computer world of today. It's
actually faster and easier than spending the time necessary
to become proficient with a lot of the software - at least
for only one project. I say this from experience - I have tens
of thousands of hours experience using Autocad, Arcinfo and
others in an engineering environment.