On 17 July, 14:36, "Phil L" wrote:
sm_jamieson wrote:
I have to fit joists onto a ledger plate bolted to the wall. Masonry
hangers into the wall is not an option as the mortar courses are not
level so would be a total pain. Ledger plate and joists are all 75mm x
225mm. *What type of speedy joist hanger to use ?
There are types (maxi-speedy ?) that just nail to the side of the
timber, or ones (long-leg ?) which are wrapped over the top
(presumably recessed into the back of the ledger plate so the rear
surface is still flat against the wall).
I guess wrapped over is stronger. If wrapped over, how "square" should
you try and get them against the timber ?
Just nailing to the front seems easier, but is the result less
strong ?
I realise square twist nails should be used.
Cheers,
Simon.

This post isn't very clear.
'nail to the side of the timber' - which timber? - the joist or the
wallplate?
Nail to the side of the wallplate
'recessed into the back of the ledger plate'?

'nailing into the front' - which is the front? and the front of what?

I've done a diagram of how it's normally done:http://tinypic.com/r/1zoj48h/3
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Phil L
RSRL Tipster Of The Year 2008