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Frame a Strong, Stable Floor With I-Joists

Engineered floor joists are straighter, faster, and flatter, but they aren't installed the same way as dimensional lumber

By John Spier Issue 197

When Rhode Island builder John Spier is getting ready to frame a floor, he doesn’t place an order for dimensional lumber. He calls in an order for I-joists. These engineered floors joists are pricier than regular lumber, but because they are straighter and flatter, they can be installed more quickly. That means big savings in labor costs. I-joists are a component of an engineered floor system, and they require a specific installation process and hardware, including joist hangers. After the joists are in place, a subfloor locks together the layout.

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