thicker to span the 24-in. spacing between 2x6 studs. Thicker insulation costs more too. So, overall, 2x6 framing makes a superior wall, but one that costs more. Framing the exterior walls …
How to Reinforce Ceiling Joists to Handle Heavy Loads
In this situation, I would use double 2x joist hangers at each end of the joists. You will need to shim under the double tall 2x6 as it would nominally be 1/4" less than the 2x12. Shimming …
How to Calculate Deck Cantilevers - Fine Homebuilding
Dry wood is a good start, but there’s a lot to know about span, species, size, and spacing, too. Many factors influence span The DCA 6 and IRC span tables differ on where to measure to …
Deck Joist Span Chart - Fine Homebuilding
The American Wood Council has two handy online calculators that can handle a range of specifics. Ultimate Deck Build 2016: Critical Connections—Part 5: Stairs — The connection …
Wood beam equivilant in steel? - Fine Homebuilding
Oct 3, 2006 · Steel spans have been discussed here many times, and there don't seem to be readily accessible tables that compare steel and wood. The good news is that your engineer …
Anchoring Wood to a Steel I-Beam - Fine Homebuilding
But anchoring wood to steel can be time-consuming. John has replaced the most common method — packing the web with lumber — with a far faster method incorporating top-mount …
24-in.-on-center Framing - Fine Homebuilding
I’m sure there will be some comments from the “more wood is always better” crowd, but I don’t like waste, and I try not to do anything purely out of habit. Spacing of 16 in. o.c. is a habit left …
Anatomy of a Load-Bearing Wood-Framed Wall - Fine Homebuilding
If you’re entering the building trades or are a homeowner tackling a project, it will help to understand the terms for the pieces and parts of a load-bearing wood-framed wall, how they’re …
Closed-Cell Foam between Studs Is a Waste - Fine Homebuilding
A typical wood-framed wall has a “framing factor” of 25%. That means that about 25% of the wall area consists of studs, plates, and headers. The remaining 75% of the wall consists of either …
The Right Header for Every Wall - Fine Homebuilding
When I started framing houses in the late 1970s, the standard header for almost any size window and door opening was a double 2×12 with a 1⁄2-in. plywood spacer to bring the header flush …