Jun 27, 2022 · The Hole Truth: How to Properly Place, Cut and Drill Holes in TJI’s Trus Joist expert Steve Rudowsky discusses proper techniques and allowable locations and sizes for …

Jan 18, 1999 · * two questions regarding blocking with TJI floor joists: 1. Is blocking needed under a load bearing wall that rests mid-span without a bearing wall underneath? If so how is […]

The floor system is comprised of Weyerhaeuser’s TJI joists, Microllam LVLs for ledgers, Timberstrand LSL Rim Board, and Huber’s Advantech flooring. Microllams are used where …

Jan 15, 2006 · To All, In a couple of weeks, I’m going to have to make a decision on our current project (new construction) to possibly substitute the specified 2×12 rafters with 12″ 560 […]

Jun 18, 2006 · The architect had specified 9 1/2″ TJI to span the addition (it’s approx. 37′ long and 25′ wide. Joists are running parallel to the 37′ run). Anyway, my question is, in the plans, they …

Dec 30, 2008 · Now, TJI's, that is a different story. I would build with them in a heartbeat. My boss, built his house with 12" tji instead of 9.5 and loves the stiffness of the floor. In …

Mar 3, 2008 · The joists that span that 18 foot wide length (to create the 1st floor) are specified as 9′-6″ TJi members. They run the entire 18 foot length without any center beam with lolly collumn.

May 28, 1999 · * I’m considering using TJI type joists for several new houses we’re starting this summer. The houses will sell in the $150,000 to $175,000 range and will average 1500 sf. […]

Sep 19, 2016 · Making an I-joist cross-cut jig from OSB pieces The next morning, the students set up three stations to cut the different-size rafters. First, they made I-joist cross-cutting jigs from …

May 9, 2001 · His design called for 12" o.c. TJI's and the beam supported every 5' with a concrete column. He said they needed to use a design load of 125 lbs/ sq ft. because this was a …