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 making holes 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 […]

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.

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 […]

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. […]

Jan 27, 2009 · The TJI's are spaning 20', overall 40' front to back. The second floor will have a w12x50 at the center to carry floor load, 2nd floor is about 48'x40' we will be supporting the 2nd floor beam …

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 otherwords, designed for …

Nov 2, 2007 · Cantilevering TJI joists fly840 | Posted in Construction Techniques on November 2, 2007 04:01am

Oct 18, 2002 · can't be shaking that bad, 14"tji's @16" o.c, 20 feet, I recall jobs with joists like that, span at 2 feet oc, which made an acceptable floor, if you have the time to disconnect wires and pipes , you …

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 spec out …