Floor Joist Splice Plates

The everbilt 2 in.

Floor joist splice plates.

Featuring a durable zinc plated steel construction this plate is easy to install. Mending plates 4 pack are the everbilt 2 in. A special countersunk 2 hole design allows flat head screws to sit flush with the material. Use narrower lumber 2x8 blocking on 2x10 joists so the blocking looks less conspicuous from a distance.

How to properly splice a joist or rafter. Also install diagonal blocking to keep the entire frame from racking. Here is a pathetic attempt to. The center of the plate allows for easy one time field bending from 0.

And that leads to a wavy deck surface. Another example that could be ok is adding to the top of a rafter that is too short because the contractor ordered lumber which is 8 too short. L it is ideal for reinforcing wood to wood connections on flat members and has a staggered nail pattern for a secure connection that resists splitting. Rated 5 out of 5 by xooo1ooox from perfect held two beans together 100 without any effort.

Mending plates 4 pack are the ideal reinforcements for flat surface joints seams or cracks. Thd sku 464236. To help keep joists flat always attach blocking perpendicular to the joists. It s ok only to splice on one side for example when adding rafter tails to rafters that already bear on the top plate.

Rated 3 out of 5 by. This plate is also ideal for connecting and reinforcing the rim at bay or bow window details.