Ceiling joists framing

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Will this loft floor framing be strong enough to store heavy lumber, or should the builder upgrade to something stronger than 2x6 joists?

How to create a level frame for a ceiling, even when the joists in the ceiling are uneven - part 4 of a living room renovation story.

One of the challenges I’ve been mulling over in my brain for quite some time is how we’ll tackle the floor joists. The good news is that we’re not there yet, so we have time to fi…

I'm adding onto my house, extending the living room off the front of my house. The existing structure has 2x4 attic/ceiling joists, I'm planning on extending 2x6 joists 2 feet back into the existing ceiling and sistering them to the existing joists. I'll leave a supporting beam under that joint when I take out the existing front wall, I believe I should be ok there. The big question I'm facing is how to do the rafters as I want to do a raised heel rafter.

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The purlin roof consists mostly of the following elements: Purlins, Rafters, Columns, Knee braces, a ceiling (timber joists or concrete slab) and a bracing system of either bracing straps or boards.

Steel studs attached to the sides of existing floor joists of the room above create a flat surface for new drywall.

Ridge, Valley, and Hip Rafter Framing 1. Install at least (≥) a 1 inch (nominal thickness) ridge board at roof ridges. Install a ridge board that is at least (≥) as deep as the (plumb) cut end of

Dennis Comstock - Builder Brigade on Instagram: "👇 This is a pretty good idea… Do you agree? Placing black tar (felt) paper where the wood joist meets the metal hanger to reduce the chances of squeaking. I’ve never seen this locally but I think it’s a good idea. Joists are secured inside the hangers pretty well but nothing wrong with some cheap insurance that literally costs you nothing extra. ✅ This isn’t in my checklist but I’m going to add it for the next update. Not required…

After raising the ceiling joists and doubling the rafters-- 9 ' ceiling. The existing ceiling joists (rafter ties) were long spans of untreated doug fir 2x4s on 24" centers. This was crisscrossed by 1x2 furring. 2x6 rafter ties were added just shy of 1/3 the height of the rafter, which maintains the proper geometry to resist roof thrust (I hope...). All joints are reinforced with steel strong ties which makes this a hurricane upgrade, and a 2x6 strongback was added to support the ridge…

Framing at every third rafter

The wooden joists or beams over your garage help hold your roof in place. If you have an attic over your garage, these joists also bear the load of your attic flooring and any materials you store in the attic. If you need a storage area above your garage, strong ceiling joists are necessary to support the added weight.

An illustrated guide to roof construction, including basic types of roofs and a roofing glossary Drive through nearly any neighborhood and you can see th

Project Underway! Contrary to popular belief, vaulted ceilings can be more cost-effective than traditional attic spaces. By eliminating the need for ceiling joists, additional wood framing, and associated labor, vaulted ceilings can reduce construction costs. Beyond affordability, they create a sense of grandeur and openness, enhancing the overall aesthetic and spatial experience of a room.

The dream started about 3 years ago when we decided to sell our (small) business and get out of the city. I always thought there had to be a little more to life than the standard rat race>retirement>old folks home.

This very interesting 1897 print shows the details in ceiling joists, bridging joists, floor timbers and joining plates. From Encyclopedia Britannica

Since my post two weeks ago ( Vaulted Ceilings Part 1 ) a considerable amount of work has been done to satisfy the structural component of this project and we have enclosed the collar ties with...