How to Install Joist Hangers for a Deck
Joist hangers, metal fasteners that attach joists to ledger boards, are inexpensive and can save you time when you're building your deck. Mark where each joist will be placed on the ledger board, starting at the outside corner. (Joists should be ... [... more]
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Sizing Joist Hangers
Always make sure you are using the largest hanger size for a particular joist. Joist hangers are designed and engineered for specific applications. Each situation offers its own unique set of stresses and load carrying capacities. If ever you ... [... more]
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Connecting a Deck to a House
Joist hangers and ledger boards will connect your deck to you home. This is the best solution. The free standing deck will not cause leaks at the house and will not collapse due to rot. Connecting the deck to columns or posts correctly is ... [... more]
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Primesource #112HGJST1 LB 1-1/2 Joist Hanger
 LB, 1-1/2 Galvanized Smooth Shank Joist Hanger, Used To Attach a Joist Hanger To A Wood Member, Boxed. [... more]
$3.94
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Installing Joist Hangers
The next time you hold a square dance or weight-lifting contest on your deck, you'll rest easier knowing you used joist hangers and installed them the right way. For it's these diminutive little powerhouses that keep your decks and other floors ... [... more]
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LUS210Z Double Shear Hanger Z-MAX 50 Ct. case
This hanger features patented double shear nailing, which distributes the load through two points on each joist nail for greater strength. It also allows for the use of fewer nails, faster installation and the use of common nails for all connections. [... more]
$59.50
The Home Depot |
LUS26Z Double Shear Hanger Z-MAX 100 Ct. case
This hanger features patented double shear nailing, which distributes the load through two points on each joist nail for greater strength. It also allows for the use of fewer nails, faster installation and the use of common nails for all connections. [... more]
$75.00
The Home Depot |
Never Modify Joist Hangers
Improvising by bending, cutting or adjusting hangers in any way not only can be dangerous but also voids all of the manufacturer's guarantees on the hanger's performance. Straight hangers are designed to hold a joist at a 90-degree angle; angled ... [... more]
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Deck Hardware Corrosion Resistance
Testing has shown that the new preservative chemicals used in pressure treated lumber are more corrosive to metals than CCA. Because CCA was removed from the market in January 2004 galvanized aluminum joist hangers are no longer suitable to be ... [... more]
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Garage Storage - Loft Material List
Building my garage storage loft does not require too much material. If you visit a full service lumber yard, they will have everything on the following list. Do NOT use roofing nails to attach the joist hangers to the beams and ledger board. ... [... more]
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Usp Structural Connectors #JRSX 2x10-12-14 Joist Hanger
Features: Usp Structural Connectors #JRSX 2x10-12-14 Joist Hanger USP STRUCTURAL CONNECTORS Binding: Misc. EAN: 0081942027249 MPN: JRSX Package Quantity: 1 UPC: 081942027249 [... more]
$78.19
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Primesource #112HGJST5 5LB 1-1/2" Joist Hanger
5 LB, 1-1/2" Galvanized Smooth Shank Joist Hanger, Diamond Point, Used To Attach Joist Hanger To Wood Member, Boxed. [... more]
$15.20
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