THE picture in the wall frame was shaping well.

Each wall frame is covered in lath, tacked at the studs.

This is where the ends of the studs are nailed to the horizontal pieces of the wall frame.

Then, next to the other side, erect a second wall frame using conventional 2 by 4 wood or metal wall studs.

If local codes allow, you can instead leave the intermediate studs in a wall frame unfastened.

These, perhaps, are better suited for magazine pages than wall frames, where their lasting power is less predictable.

Reduce heat conduction through the wall frame when used as sheathing.

Repeat the process at the plate and at each end of the wall frame.

Once in place and fastened, either wall frame is ready for covering with wallboard or paneling.

These simple works of art may be displayed in wall frames or pressed under glass and displayed to decorate a room.