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What is the angle of a fire cut of a floor joist?
30 degrees
What is the diagonal braces between floor joist?
It is called bridging.
How to build a platform over a sharply sloped floor?
How much slope and how long of a run? For short distance, up to 12 feet, and 12 inches of drop, you cut a 2x12 at the right slope and use them for the floor joist. For longer runs or greater slope, Use 2x6 level and use 2x4 legs under them.
Building a stairwell what are dimensions?
that would depend upon the distance between floors. with a distance of approx. 9' it would be around 37" wide and 8' long. The floor to floor height is only 1/3 of the solution for figuring out the stairwell length. That, with the tread, will give you the angle of the staircase. The less slope of the stairs, the bigger the well size needs to be for headroom clearance at the bottom. The other thing that needs to be figured in is the thickness of the floor system. The taller the joists, the sooner you'll hit your head and so the stairwell will need to be longer. For instance, 7 3/4"riser, 10"tread and 2x10 joists the well size needs to be 118 1/2" from the stair nosing edge to the head joist. For 2x12 joists it's 121". You'll need to add a little to this depending on how you hang your stingers for the actual framing of the stairwell. Check out stairwell-lengths.com for a book on all stairwell lengths for every angle and joist size.
There is a 2 by 8 running the whole length of your celling and right where your new skylights are can you cut it and sister it to the roof?
No. You need to support it, cut it and use 2 x 2x8s to tie back into the two joists next to it on each end. Use double joist hangers. By code you would also have to double the joist (s) you installed the hangers on... That is not always possible.
How can I repair a floor joist?
Repairing a floor joist involves assessing the damage, reinforcing the joist with additional wood or metal supports, and securing everything in place. It's important to follow proper safety precautions and consult with a professional if needed.
How can I effectively perform a floor joist repair in my home?
To effectively perform a floor joist repair in your home, you should first identify the damaged area, remove any damaged material, and then reinforce or replace the joist as needed. It's important to follow safety guidelines, use proper tools, and consult with a professional if needed.
Does a joist note giving size spacing and direction and shown on a floor plan pertain to the framing above or below?
A joist note on a first floor plan would refer to the Joist below that floor, a joist note on the third floor plan woud be for that floor.
What is a timber joist?
A joist, either floor or ceiling are the boards that go across the building and tie the walls together. A timber joist would be a rough sawn beam. Basically a tree that has been squared up.
What can be a word sentence of joist?
A joist is a beam, a supporting structure in a building. The roof joist was riddled with dry rot and had to be replaced.
How much weight can you put on a floor joist?
it depen on the size of the joist
How can I replace a floor joist?
Replacing a floor joist involves removing the damaged joist, measuring and cutting a new joist to fit, and then installing the new joist in place of the old one. It is important to provide proper support for the surrounding structure during the replacement process to ensure the stability and safety of the floor. It is recommended to consult with a professional contractor or structural engineer for guidance and assistance in replacing a floor joist.
How can I replace a floor joist in my home?
To replace a floor joist in your home, you will need to first identify the damaged joist and remove any flooring or ceiling material covering it. Then, support the surrounding structure with temporary supports, remove the damaged joist, and install a new one in its place. Finally, secure the new joist in position and replace the flooring or ceiling material. It is important to follow safety precautions and consult a professional if needed.
Why is the wood flooring on the first floor buckling above floor joists?
There can be numerous causes for a floor to buckle over a floor joist. Flooring was not installed perpendicular to floor joist. Flooring was not allowed for proper expansion - expansion gap needed. Flooring was not properly fastened or not enough fasteners was applied. Excessive water or moisture got onto the flooring causing it to buckle - check appliances, plumbing, windows and doors for water. Damaged or cracked floor joist.
What are the signs of a cracked floor joist and how can it be repaired?
Signs of a cracked floor joist include sagging floors, uneven surfaces, and creaking noises. To repair a cracked floor joist, you can sister the damaged joist by attaching a new joist alongside it for added support. It is important to consult with a professional contractor for proper assessment and repair.
What are the ends of the joist nailed too?
Floor joist or ceiling joist? Floor joist have a board on the end all the way along the side of the building called a rim joist. Like the cross bar on the top of a T. Ceiling joist are nailed down into the top plate of the wall and to the rafters where possible.
What is a wall to wall supporting beam called?
joist
