Bouncy floors are one of the most vexing problems faced in houses, both new and old. Contributing editor Mike Guertin teams up with structural engineer David Grandpré to detail six common, and not-so-common, ways to stiffen up the joists and keep the china cabinet from wobbling.
Building-trade pros will be supporting scholarships; meeting industry peers; and enjoying swag, drinks, and food after the PCBC show on June 27.
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If I may interject here to add a bit of insight to the blocking comment. There is a considerable difference between standard blocking and the installation of an IBS2000 Load Share Connector System. (as shown in the thumbnail pic) . Engineered technical differences in deflection and vibration are documented and substantial when IBS2000 connectors are used along with adequate strapping below and glued and screwed sheathing above. Kenkeknem Smart Build can provide these numbers for comparison with any floor you may have in place.
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