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When requirements call for the joists to be framed flush with the underside of a wood girder it is best to use what?
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Difference of girder and joist girder?
girder is the main horizontal beam . the joists which are usually smaller, are connected to the girders and are supported by the girder.
Deck joists that cantilever out past the deck posts should never overhang the girder they rest on by more than?
Deck joists can lift out of their hangers at the rim/band if too many people are at the cantilievered section of a deck. Therefore deck joists that cantilever out past the deck posts, should never overhang the girder they rests on by more than how far?
Name the basic components used in floor framing?
In a conventionally framed wood structure, you will find box/rim joists, floor joists, headers, braces, and some form of decking. There are many parts to a floor and more ways than one to build one. In timber framed building, you will find posts, braces, girts, joists, connectors, and other heavy timbers.
What is the different between steel joist and steel girder?
A girder is the primary horizontal member carying loads from other beams and slabs connected to it. That is a girder has other beams connecting to it on its sides .Typically beams do not have other beams connecting to it but generally have only slabs transferring the loads to it. The case is similar to beam and joist combination where the closely spaced joists (floor joist and ceiling joist) transfer the loads to the beam but usually from the top rather than from the sides.
Why does upstairs shake when walking?
If your house is wood framed with wood joists, the shaking may be caused by floor joists being too small. This will cause the floor to sink whenever a person walks across the room. Floor joists should be size by an experienced carpenter, architect, or engineer to prevent movement.Another cause of floor movement may be insufficient bracing between the floor joists. This will cause sagging and twisting of the joists.There are several solutions that require the skills carpenter. New joists can be added beside the existing joists to strengthen the floor. Another option is to add one or more beams and columns in the room below the floor. Or blocking can be added between existing joists to add support.
Marshall and Swift what is quality of construction?
Its type: Frame, Non-Combustible, Joisted Masonry or Masonry Non-Combustible. These are for wood framed structures, steel framed metal bldgs, Bldg with Concrete blocks but wood joists, and finally Concrete Blocks with Steel Frame respectfully.
Deck joists that cantilever out past the deck posts should never overhang the girder they rests on by more than 2 feet or 1 inch or 6 feet?
It depends on the sise and grade of the joists.
What does the designation Universal Column mean?
Universal columns (or beams) are H-shaped steel joists with parallel flanges which are thickened to carry an axial load (or bending load). The "top and bottom" flanges of the Ɪ girder are slightly thicker than the middle.
What the most important part about framing a wall a wall?
Special framed shear walls are becoming more common to help buildings meet of the platforms and walls above the level of its component headers and joists.
Can roof joists run in a different direction to floor joists?
Yes. Rafters and flloor joists do not have to run the same direction.
What is the strongest method for installing floor joists?
Joists resting upon sills and girders
How much weight can joists hold?
That depends upon the size of the joists & grade/species of wood
