Floor Joist Bridging Retrofit

It is constructed of 22 gauge steel with a g90 galvanizing finish.

Floor joist bridging retrofit.

Purchase the type of lumber that matches the width of the existing joist. Install with two 6d common nails per end. Cross bracing and solid blocking. Whether your home is new or old it is sometimes necessary to install floor joist bracing in order to eliminate squeaking and deflection in the flooring itself.

From both ends of the span. All of our bracing solutions are customized for dimensional joists and any i joist configurations. Adding two rows of bridging costs a few dollars per joist. The joists shown here for example span 12 ft so we added rows of bridging 4 ft.

Two piece construction creates a solid diagonal brace against joist movement. Structure lock brings you the most versatile cross bridging products in the industry. Simpson strong tie tension bridging galvanized steel the ltb s are used in floor systems to resist the overturning of floor joists and features a staggered nail pattern. To install the type shown here drive the toothed end into the joist and nail the other end.

Bracing will stiffen a floor system prevent floor joists from twisting and increase overall stability however there are actually two types of floor joist bracing commonly used. The mb16 speed bridging is snap on no nail bridging that can be placed in existing floor systems where joist movement is suspected. Cross bridging products for wood frame construction. No matter how large or small your project may be we can provide the best solution for your needs.

Most new construction uses 2 by 8 lumber for joists although 2 by 6.