What Are Joist Hangers and How Do You Fit Them Properly?
If you're building a deck, a shed floor or a loft frame, you'll need a solid way to hold your joists in place. Skew-nailing works in a pinch, but it's slow and the joint can loosen over time. That's why most builders use joist hangers instead. What Are Joist Hangers? Joist hangers are metal brackets that hold the end of a timber joist against another piece of timber, such as a beam, ledger or wall plate. The joist sits inside the bracket and is nailed in from the sides. This spreads the weight across the fixings and gives you a much stronger joint than nails alone. Most are made from galvanized steel. The zinc coating helps stop rust, which is a big plus for decks, garden buildings and damp spaces like garages. Where Does a Jiffy Hanger Fit In? A Jiffy Hanger is a well-known timber-to-timber joist hanger. It's made from one piece of steel with no welds, and the strap is designed to be adjustable, so it works with a range of joist depths. You don't need special...
