Roof Details Handling & Storage

• Keep LP SolidStart I-Joists, LP SolidStart LVL & LP SolidStart LSL J1 Rafter Connection Simpson® LSTA24, J2 Rafter Connection J3 Ridge Rafter Connection beams dry. USP® LSTI-22 strap with Fitted OSB Gusset Simpson® LSTA24, (or equal) • Unload products carefully by lifting. Support the bundles to reduce 23/32" x 2'–0" USP® LSTI-22 strap (or equal) OSB with 8–16d for pitch over 7:12 excessive bowing. Individual products should be handled in a nails each side min. manner which prevents physical damage during measuring, 1/8" gap at top Web filler cutting, erection, etc. I-Joists should be handled vertically and not required Handling & Installation Recommendations each side flatwise. LP® SolidStart® I-Joists, LP SolidStart LVL & LP SolidStart LSL • Keep stored in wrapped and strapped bundles, stacked no more Note: For specific strength and span information, please consult specific product brochures. than 10' high. Support and separate bundles with 2 x 4 (or larger) For applications with I-Joist depths over 16," please consult the Light-Frame Commercial and Multifamily Construction Tech Guide. stickers spaced no more than 10' apart. Keep stickers in line vertically. WARNING: Failure to follow proper procedures for handling, storage and installation Important Notes • Product must not be stored in contact with the ground, or have could result in unsatisfactory performance, unsafe structures and possible collapse. Structural beam prolonged exposure to the weather. Beveled These instructions are offered as a guide to good practice in the handling, storage and installation of LP® SolidStart® I-Joists, 5 5 • Use forklifts and cranes carefully to avoid damaging product. LPI blocking plate LPI blocking LP SolidStart LVL & LP SolidStart LSL beams. They are, however, solely general recommendations and, in some instances, other Support beam Support beam Simpson® LSSU, USP® TMU or wall • Do not use visually damaged product. Call your local LP SolidStart or additional precautions may be desirable. In all cases, the procedures used should be as specified by the architect/engineer or wall Beveled (or equal) hanger plate Engineered Wood Products distributor for assistance when responsible for the entire building. damaged products are encountered. • This is not intended as a manual for selecting products and assumes that components and details have been specified correctly. • Consult the LP SolidStart I-Joist, LP SolidStart LVL & LP SolidStart LSL brochures or contact your LP SolidStart products distributor for assistance. J4 Header Connection Simpson® LSTA24, H1 Bird’s Mouth H2 Beveled Plate USP® LSTI-22 strap Don’t cut (lower bearing only) 5 • All rim joists, blocking, connections and temporary bracing must be installed before erectors are allowed on the structure. (or equal) for pitch beyond inside LPI blocking face of bearing • No loads other than the weight of the erectors are to be imposed on the structure before it is permanently sheathed. over 7:12 Header Cut to fit tight 2 x • After sheathing, do not overload joists with construction materials exceeding design loads. to wall plate LPI blocking5 beveled plate • LP SolidStart I-Joists, LP SolidStart LVL & LP SolidStart LSL beams must be used under dry, covered and well-ventilated interior conditions in which the equilibrated moisture content in lumber will not exceed 16% (US) or does not exceed a yearly average of 15% and does not exceed 19% at any time (CN).

Roof Layout (typical) TEMPORARY BRACING • Use at least 1x4 temporary bracing members nailed to each I-Joist with two 8d nails. Web filler Simpson® LSSU, USP® TMU required each side (or equal) hanger 2'-0" max. • Keep the main runs parallel and no more than 8'-0" apart. Beveled web Simpson® VPA, USP® TMP (or equal) stiffenersrequired both sides connector may be substituted for beveled plate • Use long pieces, not short blocks; lap the ends to keep a continuous line of bracing. • To prevent endwise movement of the continuous 1 x 4 lines of bracing, anchor them at the ends and at 25'-0" intervals into a stable end wall or an area braced by sheathing or diagonal bracing. H3 Flat Soffit H4 Overhang H5 Overhang • Remember, the continuous 1 x 4 bracing is not effective unless attached to the braced area. 5 (Fascia support) 8d nails at LPI blocking • Use particular care removing temporary bracing when applying sheathing. Remove the bracing as the 6" oc clinched 8d nails at 6" oc 5 8d nails at 6" oc LPI blocking 1" from edge sheathing is attached. staggered and 4'-0" min. WARNING clinched 4'-0" min LPI blocking5 NOTES FOR ROOF LAYOUT: • I-Joists used as rafters must be supported laterally at all bearings and the ends of cantilevers. The following conditions • Any fastening of member not detailed, such as uplift or seismic anchor, is subject to local approval and Beveled are NOT permitted! may require additional details and connections. plate • Minimum pitch: 1/4" per foot (1/4:12). Maximum pitch: 12" per foot (12:12). Do not use visually damaged products • Verify capacity and fastening of hangers and connections. 2 x 4 cut 2 x 4 cut without first checking with your local to fit both to fit sides Rafter connections Connection of plies LP SolidStart Engineered Wood Products Hanger connections Beveled plate 2 x 4 cut 2 x 4 filler Web fillers required both sides of I-Joist distributor or sales office. to fit 2'-0" max. 2'-0" 2'-0" 8d or 10d box LPI or blocking panels max. max. toe-nail to plate

NOTES: R8 K1 Roof Opening K2 Outrigger 1. Minimum pitch: 1/4" per foot (1/4:12). Hanger connections Web stiffener required Maximum overhang same as Maximum pitch: 12" per foot (12:12). (see Web Stiffener rafter spacing (2'-0" max.) details) 2. Verify capacity and fastening requirements of DON’T support 8d nails staggered at 6" oc hangers and connectors. 3. Some wind or seismic loads may require different I-Joist on web. Web filler Filler on back side or additional details and connections. Uplift anchors may be required. Install header plumb 4. 4" diameter hole(s) may be cut in blocking for ventilation. 5. Lateral resistance shall be provided. Other methods Post-beam connection of restraint, such as full depth LP SolidStart OSB Rim Rafter seat details Board, LP SolidStart LVL, Filler block 2 x 4 Gable end LP SolidStart LSL or metal X-bracing may be WARNING: filler substituted for the LPI blocking shown. Temporary construction bracing is required for lateral Web filler Ladder support before decking is completed. Failure to use Roof header bracing could result in serious injury or death. Overhang details

LPEW0456 5/19 PAGE 1 of 4 Floor Details Floor Layout (typical)

A1 Rim Board A1W Rim Board A2 Rim Joist A2W Rim Joist A3 Blocking at A3W Blocking at A4 Solid Blocking A4W Solid Blocking TEMPORARY BRACING Web Stiffener Required Web Stiffener Required Exterior Wall Exterior Wall at Exterior Wall at Exterior Wall • Use at least 1x4 temporary bracing members nailed to each I-Joist with two 8d nails. Web Stiffener Required Web Stiffener Required • Keep the main runs parallel and no more than 8'-0" apart. Fasten rim board to each floor Web stiffener for Web stiffener for Detail A2W only I-Joist using one 8d nail or 10d 8d nails at 6" oc Detail A4W only • Use long pieces, not short blocks; lap the ends to keep a continuous line of bracing. box nail per flange Rim joists with flanges (when used for shear LP LVL, LP LSL or Refer to transfer, nail to bearing • To prevent endwise movement of the continuous 1 x 4 lines of bracing, anchor them at the ends and at 25'-0" intervals into a Web stiffener for Detail A1W only Note 8 wider than 1-3/4" require a LP Rim Board as blocking minimum 2 x 6 plate plate with same nailing stable end wall or an area braced by sheathing or diagonal bracing. Same depth as I-Joist schedule for decking) • Remember, the continuous 1 x 4 bracing is not effective unless attached to the braced area. Same depth as I-Joist • Use particular care removing temporary bracing when applying sheathing. Remove the bracing as the sheathing is attached. NOTES FOR FLOOR LAYOUT: • I-Joists must be supported laterally at all bearings and the ends of cantilevers. • Unless specified, bridging or mid-span blocking is not required; however, it may enhance floor performance if used properly. Fasten rim joist to each floor • Verify capacity and fastening of hangers and connectors. I-Joist with one 10d nail into the • Some wind or seismic loads may require different or additional details and connections. 8d nails at 6" oc toe-nailed end of each flange. Use 16d box 8d nails at 6" oc from outside of building nails for rim joists with flanges (when used for shear transfer, nail to bearing 8d nails at 6" oc toe-nailed LPI blocking plate with same nailing schedule for decking) wider than 1-3/4." Web stiffener for Detail A3W only from outside of building WARNING: Squash blocks Temporary construction bracing I-Joists is required for lateral support A5 Joist Support Nailing B2 Squash Blocks Use double squash blocks as B3 Blocking at Interior Support C1 Cantilever Detail C1W Cantilever Detail before decking is completed. specified. Squash blocks shall No Reinforcement Web Stiffener Required Failure to use bracing could result Secure I-Joist to plate with two 8d or 10d box nails. be cut 1/16" taller than I-Joist, Blocking panels Web stiffener for in serious injury or death. Drive one nail from each side of I-Joist, angled inward. 2 x 4 min. Blocking is not required if no wall above unless may be required I-Joists end at support. Blocking may be APA Rated 23/32" OSB Detail C1W only with shear required at interior supports by project (or equal) closure, or as Hanger connections wall designer or by code for required by code seismic design. LPI Blocking*

Stagger 8d or 10d box nails to avoid splitting As Designed Bearing wall aligned under Bearing wall wall above aligned under LP Rim Board, LP LVL or Place nail 1-1/2" min. from end of I-Joist. wall above LP LSL may be substituted * LP Rim Board, LP LVL or LP LSL may be substituted for the LPI blocking If nails are close to edge of plate, drive at an angle to reduce splitting Toe-nail 8d or 10d box nail to plate for the LPI blocking

C2 Cantilever Detail C3 Cantilever Detail C8 Brick Ledge Cantilever D2 Post Loads E5 Double I-Joist Connection Cantilever details Reinforcement One Side Only Reinforcement Both Sides Full Depth Reinforcing Hanger connections APA Rated 23/32" OSB Max. 16" deep I-Joist Floor sheathing to be 6" oc APA Rated 23/32" OSB (or equal) reinforcement 23/32" APA 23/32" reinforcing - 12" min. glued and nailed to 6" oc (or equal) closure, 4'-0" long min. Rated OSB 1" reinforcing - 18" min. flanges of both plies or as required or 1" (min.) by code LP Rim Board LPI blocking reinforcing. (LP Rim Board, 14" and 2" min. from LP LVL or LP LSL deeper I-Joists I-Joist end may be substituted also require web for the LPI fillers both sides (see LPI I-JOIST FILLER THICKNESS NOTES: blocking) Residential Technical Guide). Filler block SERIES FILLER BLOCK WEB FILLER/BACKER BLOCK 1. Backer blocks and filler blocks shall consist of APA Rated wood structural panel (OSB or plywood), Nail or screw reinforcing LPI 18, LPI 20Plus, LPI 32Plus 2-1/8" 1" 2'-0" max. with three (3) 6d or 8d box or 2x lumber (SPF or better). LPI 20FB 1-1/2" 23/32" nails or #6 x 1-1/2" wood Reinforcing must 2. LP LVL, LSL or OSB Rim Board may also be used. screws into each flange* be same depth LPI 36 1-7/8" 7/8" 2'-0" min. 6" max. as I-Joist LPI 42FB 2-1/2” 1-1/4” 3. Refer to the Notes for the I-Joist Header Cross-Section Construction adhesive is Squash blocks (cripples) recommended between surfaces. LPI 42Plus, LPI 52Plus, LPI 56 3" 1-1/2" to the left for details on the required height and length, Attach reinforcement required under all post loads and nailing of the backer blocks and filler blocks. to top and bottom flanges with 8d nails at 6" oc. Blocking panels are required at the bearing, but are not shown for clarity. See I-Joist Header Cross-Section for Refer to I-Joist Filler Thickness LPI 450 1-1/2" 23/32" * Note: Pilot holes required when using screws. information on attaching filler blocks table for filler block sizes Stagger nails from both sides in C3 to avoid splitting. LPI 530 1-3/4" 7/8"

Web Filler/Backer Block: Backer blocks shall be at least 12" long and NOTES: E4 I-Joist Header Cross Section located behind every supported hanger. For a single I-joist header, W1 Web Stiffener Detail 1. Backer blocks and filler blocks shall consist of APA Rated wood WEB STIFFENER REQUIREMENTS install backer blocks to both sides of the web. Two pieces of 2 x 8 (min.) structural panel (OSB or plywood), 2 x lumber (SPF or better), or LP Concentrated load 1/8" min., 1" See Double I-Joist Verify web filler/stiffener lumber, cut to the proper height (see notes 2 & 3), may be set vertically max. gap NAIL QTY., MAX. STIFFENER HEIGHT SolidStart LVL, LSL or OSB Rim Board, with a net thickness equivalent to MIN. NAIL Connection detail requirements for hangers side-by-side to achieve the required minimum 12" length. SERIES FOR JOIST DEPTHS Web filler that shown in the I-Joist Filler Thickness table below. THICKNESS SIZE (as backer block) Attach backer blocks with 8d nails (use 10d nails for flanges wider than 9-1/2" 11-7/8" 14" 16" 2. Except as noted in 3, backer blocks and filler blocks shall fit the clear 2-1/2"). Use a minimum of 10 nails spaced to avoid splitting, with half the 1/8" min., 1" max. gap 1/8" min., distance between flanges with a gap of at least 1/8," but not more than 1" max. gap LPI 18, LPI 20Plus, LPI 32Plus, LPI 450, LPI 530 23/32" 8d (2-1/2") 3, 6-3/8" 3, 8-3/4" 3, 10-7/8" 3, 12-7/8" nails to each side of the center of the supported hanger. Filler 1," and shall be of sufficient depth to allow for all hanger nailing into the LPI 36 23/32" 8d (2-1/2") – 4, 8-3/4" 5, 10-7/8" 6, 12-7/8" block(s) Note: Backer blocks may be omitted for top-mount hangers supporting web. Do not force into place. only downward loads not exceeding 250 lbs. LPI 42Plus, LPI 52Plus 1-1/2" (2 x) 10d (3") 3, 6-3/8" 3, 8-3/4" 3, 10-7/8" 3, 12-7/8" 3. Backer blocks and filler blocks for double I-joists that are top-loaded Filler Blocks: Install in minimum 4' long sections at each support, only or side-loaded supporting top-mount hangers that do not require LPI 56 1-1/2" (2 x) 10d (3") – 4, 8-3/4" 5, 10-7/8" 6, 12-7/8" centered behind each supported hanger and at no more than 8' oc. nailing into the web, shall be at least 5-1/2" deep for I-joists to 11-7/8" NOTE: Web stiffeners are not applicable to the LPI 20FB and LPI 42FB series. Lumber fillers may be stacked to achieve the required depth (see notes deep, and shall be at least 7-1/4" deep for I-joists 14" and deeper. 2 & 3). For example, two 4' long 2 x 8’s may be stacked vertically to 4. Install backer blocks tight to top flange for top-loaded joists and for joists Nails to be equally achieve the filler depth for an 18" deep I-joist (minimum required depth NOTES: supporting top-mount hangers (shown). Install tight to bottom flange for spaced, staggered is 18" – 3" – 1" = 14"). 1. Web stiffeners shall be installed in pairs – one to each side of the web. Web stiffeners are always required for the “Bird's Mouth” roof joist bearing detail. Verify all hanger connections joists supporting face-mount hangers. and driven alternately Attach filler blocks with 8d nails (10d for flanges wider than 2-1/2") from each face 2. Web stiffeners shall be cut to fit between the flanges of the LP SolidStart I-Joist, leaving a minimum 1/8" gap (1" maximum). At bearing locations, the (top-mount hanger shown) 5. Clinch nails where possible. Refer to I-Joist Filler nails spaced 6" oc per row. Use one row of nails in each row of stacked End support* stiffeners shall be installed tight to the bottom flange. At locations of concentrated loads, the stiffeners shall be installed tight to the top flange. Thickness table for fillers, with a minimum of two rows of nails. Drive every other nail from 6. For double I-joists, additional nailing may be required to transfer point 1/8" min., 1" max. gap web filler (backer block) 3. Web stiffeners shall be cut from APA Rated OSB (or equal) or from LP SolidStart LVL, LSL or OSB Rim Board. 2x lumber is permissible. opposite sides. loads. For additional information, contact your LP SolidStart Engineered Interior or and filler block sizes Do NOT use 1x lumber as it tends to split. Do NOT build up the required stiffener thickness from multiple pieces. Wood Products distributor. * Refer to framing plan for Cantilever support* specific support conditions 4. Web stiffeners shall be the same width as the bearing surface, with a minimum of 3-1/2". 5. See Web Stiffener Requirements for minimum stiffener thickness, maximum stiffener height and required nailing. LPEW0456 5/19 PAGE 2 of 4 Web Hole Details Beam Hole Details WARNING: Do NOT cut or notch flanges. Uncut length of web between adjacent holes shall be at least twice the largest dimension of the two holes or 12" center-to-center, whichever is greater. Up to a 1-1/2" diameter hole allowed anywhere 1 foot Minimum 2 x diameter of larger hole in the web. Closest spacing 1'-0" oc 1 foot

Diameter Depth Width 1/3 beam depth Area B Area A Area B

Closest distance (x) to centerline of round hole Closest distance (x) to edge of square or rectangular hole 1/3 span length FROM EITHER SUPPORT FROM EITHER SUPPORT

CLOSEST DISTANCE (X) - (FT - IN) CIRCULAR HOLE DIAMETER NOTES: SERIES DEPTH 2" 3" 4" 5" 6" 7" 8" 9" 10" 11" 12" 1. CUT HOLES CAREFULLY! DO NOT OVERCUT HOLES! Clear span 9-1/2" 1'-2" 1'-10" 2'-7" 3'-3" 4'-3" ------LPI 18 DO NOT CUT JOIST FLANGES! 11-7/8" 1'-0" 1'-5" 2'-1" 2'-9" 3'-6" 4'-3" 5'-5" - - - - 2. Holes may be placed anywhere within the depth of the 9-1/2" 1'-0" 1'-0" 1'-5" 2'-0" 2'-8" ------NOTES: LPI 20Plus 11-7/8" 1'-0" 1'-4" 1'-11" 2'-5" 2'-11" 3'-6" 4'-0" - - - - web. A minimum 1/4" clear distance from the flanges is 1. These guidelines apply to uniformly loaded beams selected from the Quick Reference Tables or the Uniform Load Tables or designed with LP’s design/specification software only. For LPI 20FB 14" 1'-3" 1'-8" 2'-2" 2'-7" 3'-1" 3'-6" 4'-0" 4'-6" 5'-1" - - recommended so as not to cut a flange. all other applications, such as beams with concentrated loads, please contact your LP SolidStart Engineered Wood Products distributor for assistance. 16" 1'-8" 2'-1" 2'-6" 2'-11" 3'-4" 3'-9" 4'-3" 4'-8" 5'-1" 5'-7" 6'-3" 3. Round holes up to 1-1/2" diameter may be placed 9-1/2" 1'-0" 1'-2" 1'-11" 2'-9" 3'-6" ------2. Round holes can be drilled anywhere in “Area A” provided that: no more than four holes are cut, with the minimum spacing described in the diagram. The maximum hole size is 1-1/2" anywhere in the web. 11-7/8" 1'-1" 1'-9" 2'-5" 3'-0" 3'-8" 4'-4" 5'-0" - - - - for depths up to 9-1/4," and 2" for depths greater than 9-1/4." LPI 32Plus 14" 1'-8" 2'-3" 2'-10" 3'-5" 4'-0" 4'-8" 5'-3" 5'-11" 6'-7" - - 4. Perforated “knockouts” may be neglected when locating 3. Rectangular holes are NOT allowed. 16" 2'-4" 2'-10" 3'-4" 3'-11" 4'-5" 4'-11" 5'-6" 6'-1" 6'-8" 7'-4" 8'-2" web holes. 9-1/2" 1'-3" 2'-3" 3'-4" 4'-4" 5'-5" ------4. DO NOT drill holes in cantilevers without prior approval from the project engineer/architect. 5. Holes larger than 1-1/2" are not permitted in cantilevers LPI 42Plus 11-7/8" 3'-2" 3'-10" 4'-7" 5'-3" 6'-0" 6'-9" 7'-8" - - - - 5. Other hole sizes and configurations MAY be possible with further engineering analysis. without special engineering. LPI 42FB 14" 4'-5" 5'-0" 5'-7" 6'-1" 6'-8" 7'-3" 8'-0" 8'-10" 9'-11" - - For more information, contact your LP SolidStart Engineered Wood Products distributor. 16" 5'-4" 5'-10" 6'-4" 6'-10" 7'-4" 7'-10" 8'-6" 9'-3" 10'-0" 11'-0" 12'-3" 6. Multiple holes shall have a clear separation along the 11-7/8" 5'-0" 5'-6" 6'-2" 6'-9" 7'-5" 8'-2" 8'-11" - - - - 6. Up to three 3/4" holes may be drilled in “Area B” to accommodate wiring and/or water lines. These holes must be at least 12" apart. The holes should be located in the middle third of length of the joist of at least twice the larger dimension the depth, or a minimum of 3" from the bottom and top of the beam. For beams shallower than 9-1/4," locate holes at mid-depth. LPI 52Plus 14" 6'-1" 6'-7" 7'-1" 7'-7" 8'-3" 8'-11" 9'-8" 10'-6" 11'-4" - - of the larger adjacent hole, or a minimum of 12” center- 16" 7'-1" 7'-6" 7'-11" 8'-5" 9'-0" 9'-8" 10'-5" 11'-3" 12'-1" 12'-11" 13'-9" to-center, whichever is greater. 7. Protect plumbing holes from moisture. 11-7/8" 1'-0" 2'-0" 3'-0" 4'-0" 5'-1" 6'-2" 7'-6" - - - - LPI 36 14" 1'-10" 2'-8" 3'-7" 4'-5" 5'-4" 6'-3" 7'-3" 8'-6" 9'-11" - - 7. Multiple holes may be spaced closer provided they 16" 2'-2" 3'-1" 3'-11" 4'-9" 5'-7" 6'-5" 7'-4" 8'-4" 9'-7" 10'-11" 12'-5" fit within the boundary of an acceptable larger hole. 11-7/8" 3'-9" 4'-9" 5'-9" 6'-9" 7'-9" 8'-10" 9'-11" - - - - Example: two 3" round holes aligned parallel to the joist LPI 56 14" 4'-10" 5'-9" 6'-8" 7'-7" 8'-7" 9'-7" 10'-7" 11'-7" 12'-10" - - length may be spaced 2" apart (clear distance) provided R1 R2 R3 16" 6'-0" 6'-11" 7'-9" 8'-8" 9'-7" 10'-5" 11'-4" 12'-2" 13'-3" 14'-4" 15'-11" that a 3" high by 8" long rectangle or an 8" diameter 11-7/8" 1'-0" 1'-5" 2'-5" 3'-6" 4'-6" 5'-7" 7'-2" - - - - DON’T make hole LPI 450 round hole are acceptable for the joist depth at that WARNINGS DON’T DON’T overcut 14" 1'-0" 1'-2" 1'-8" 2'-4" 3'-4" 4'-5" 5'-7" 6'-10" 8'-8" - - with hammer unless location and completely encompass the holes. put holes hole and 9-1/2" 1'-3" 2'-5" 3'-7" 4'-9" 6'-0" ------damage knock-out 11-7/8" 1'-0" 1'-7" 2'-6" 3'-8" 4'-11" 6'-2" 7'-9" - - - - 8. These web hole tables are valid for simple and The following conditions too close to LPI 530 flange. is provided. 14" 1'-0" 1'-3" 1'-11" 2'-8" 3'-9" 4'-11" 6'-1" 7'-6" 9'-4" - - continuous span I-Joists with uniform loads only, as are NOT permitted! supports. 16" 1'-0" 1'-2" 1'-8" 2'-2" 2'-11" 4'-0" 5'-1" 6'-2" 7'-4" 8'-10" 11'-2" sized from the tables contained in LP’s current I-Joist RECTANGULAR HOLE MAXIMUM DIMENSION: DEPTH OR WIDTH product guides. Larger holes, non-uniform loading Do not use visually damaged SERIES DEPTH 2" 3" 4" 5" 6" 7" 8" 9" 10" 11" 12" conditions and/or closer proximity to supports may products without first checking 9-1/2" 2'-7" 3'-0" 3'-7" 4'-3" 5'-4" 5'-9" 6'-1" 6'-7" 7'-1" 7'-7" 8'-1" be possible, but require further analysis using LP’s with your local LP SolidStart LPI 18 design software. Please contact your local LP SolidStart 11-7/8" 3'-5" 3'-10" 4'-4" 4'-11" 5'-10" 7'-0" 8'-11" 9'-6" 10'-2" 10'-10" - Refer to hole chart Engineered Wood Products distributor for more details. Engineered Wood Products DON’T hammer on 9-1/2" 2'-10" 3'-4" 3'-10" 4'-7" 5'-9" 6'-2" 6'-8" 7'-2" 7'-8" 8'-3" 8'-9" for correct location. flange and damage joist. LPI 20Plus 11-7/8" 3'-9" 4'-2" 4'-9" 5'-5" 6'-5" 7'-9" 9'-8" 10'-4" 11'-0" 11'-8" 12'-6" distributor or sales office. 9. The maximum hole depth is the I-Joist Depth less LPI 20FB 14" 1'-2" 1'-10" 2'-6" 3'-2" 3'-11" 4'-8" 5'-7" 6'-10" 9'-0" 9'-11" 11'-1" 4," except the maximum hole depth is 6" for 9-1/2" 16" 1'-7" 2'-3" 2'-11" 3'-7" 4'-3" 4'-11" 5'-8" 6'-8" 8'-2" 10'-6" 14'-5" LP I-Joists, and 8" for 11-7/8" LP I-Joists. Where the 9-1/2" 3'-8" 4'-4" 5'-0" 6'-0" 7'-5" 7'-9" 8'-2" 8'-7" 9'-1" 9'-6" 10'-0" R4 R5 R6 R7 Maximum Hole Dimension exceeds the hole depth, the 11-7/8" 4'-8" 5'-3" 6'-0" 6'-11" 8'-1" 9'-8" 11'-5" 12'-0" 12'-6" 13'-3" 14'-0" LPI 32Plus 14" 1'-7" 2'-5" 3'-4" 4'-2" 5'-1" 6'-0" 7'-2" 8'-11" 11'-8" 12'-7" 13'-7" dimension refers to hole width and the depth of the DON’T cut or hole is assumed to be the maximum for that joist depth. 16" 2'-2" 3'-0" 3'-10" 4'-8" 5'-6" 6'-5" 7'-5" 8'-9" 10'-8" 13'-9" 17'-2" notch flange. DON’T cut 9-1/2" 5'-8" 6'-6" 7'-4" 8'-2" 9'-3" 9'-7" 9'-11" 10'-4" 10'-9" 11'-3" 11'-9" The maximum hole width is 18," regardless of I-Joist Depth. beyond inside LPI 42Plus 11-7/8" 7'-2" 8'-0" 9'-0" 10'-0" 10'-11" 12'-1" 13'-8" 14'-3" 14'-11" 15'-7" 16'-6" edge of LPI 42FB 14" 4'-4" 5'-2" 6'-0" 6'-10" 7'-10" 9'-1" 10'-10" 12'-7" 14'-7" 15'-4" 16'-3" DON’T DON’T use bearing. 16" 5'-3" 6'-0" 6'-9" 7'-7" 8'-6" 9'-8" 11'-2" 13'-1" 15'-1" 17'-4" 20'-7" cut flange 11-7/8" 8'-6" 9'-2" 9'-11" 10'-8" 11'-8" 12'-10" 14'-5" 15'-0" 15'-8" 16'-6" 17'-4" 16d nails. LPI 52Plus 14" 6'-0" 6'-9" 7'-6" 8'-5" 9'-6" 10'-8" 11'-11" 13'-5" 15'-5" 16'-3" 17'-1" for pipes. 16" 7'-0" 7'-7" 8'-5" 9'-4" 10'-5" 11'-8" 13'-0" 14'-4" 16'-0" 18'-2" 21'-5" DON’T Refer to detail 11-7/8" 6'-7" 7'-4" 8'-1" 8'-10" 9'-8" 10'-9" 12'-1" 12'-7" 13'-2" 13'-10" 14'-7" drill flange. “A5: Joist End Nailing” LPI 36 14" 3'-8" 4'-6" 5'-5" 6'-3" 7'-2" 8'-5" 9'-9" 11'-2" 12'-11" 13'-7" 14'-4" for correct sizes and locations. 16" 4'-4" 5'-2" 6'-0" 6'-11" 7'-10" 8'-11" 10'-3" 11'-8" 13'-3" 15'-1" 17'-10" 11-7/8" 9'-2" 9'-9" 10'-5" 11'-3" 12'-3" 13'-6" 15'-2" 15'-10" 16'-7" 17'-3" 18'-2" LPI 56 14" 6'-10" 7'-8" 8'-7" 9'-7" 10'-6" 11'-5" 12'-8" 14'-2" 16'-3" 17'-0" 18'-0" 16" 8'-3" 9'-2" 10'-0" 10'-11" 11'-9" 12'-9" 13'-9" 15'-1" 16'-9" 19'-0" 22'-5" NOTES: 11-7/8" 4'-10" 5'-5" 6'-2" 7'-1" 8'-1" 9'-2" 10'-4" 10'-10" 11'-4" 11'-11" - FLANGE FACE NAILING SCHEDULE LPI 450 1. Some wind or seismic loads may require different or additional details and connections. 14" 3'-0" 3'-9" 4'-7" 5'-5" 6'-3" 7'-3" 8'-8" 10'-5" 12'-3" 12'-10" 13'-8" MINIMUM NAIL DISTANCE MINIMUM NAIL DISTANCE SERIES NAIL SIZE AND TYPE SERIES NAIL SIZE AND TYPE 2. Verify building code requirements for suitability of details shown. 9-1/2" 4'-1" 4'-10" 5'-6" 6'-4" 7'-3" 7'-6" 7'-10" 8'-2" 8'-6" 8'-11" 9'-4" OC SPACING END OC SPACING END 11-7/8" 5'-2" 5'-10" 6'-7" 7'-7" 8'-6" 9'-6" 10'-9" 11'-3" 11'-9" 12'-3" 12'-11" 3. Refer to LPI Product Guides for bearing length requirements. LPI 530 LPI 18 8d (2-1/2") Box or Common 2" 1" 8d (2-1/2”) Box or Common 3” 1-1/2” 14" 3'-4" 4'-1" 5'-0" 5'-10" 6'-9" 7'-10" 9'-3" 10'-10" 12'-6" 13'-3" 14'-0" LPI 20Plus 4. Refer to Flange Nailing Schedule for rim joist and blocking panel nailing. 10d (3") or 12d (3-1/4") Box 2" 1" LPI 36 10d (3”) or 12d (3-1/4”) Box 3” 1-1/2” 16" 4'-2" 4'-11" 5'-8" 6'-5" 7'-3" 8'-3" 9'-6" 11'-2" 12'-11" 14'-10" 17'-6" LPI 32Plus LPI 56 5. Lateral support shall be considered for bottom flange when there is no sheathing on underside. LPI 42Plus 10d (3") or 12d (3-1/4") Common 3" 1-1/2" LPI 450 10d (3”) or 12d (3-1/4”) Common 3” 1-1/2” 6. Verify capacity and fastening requirements of hangers and connectors. LPI 52Plus & 16d Sinker (3-1/4") 3" 1-1/2" 16d Sinker (3-1/4”) 3” 1-1/2” LPI 20FB LPI 530 7. Squash block capacity designed by others. LPI 42FB 16d (3-1/2") Box or Common 4" 1-1/2" 16d (3-1/2”) Box or Common 5” 1-1/2” 8. Do not use rim joists with flanges wider than 2-1/2."

LPEW0456 5/19 PAGE 3 of 4 Stair Stringer Details LP SolidStart LVL & LSL Details

G1 Stair Stringer - Top Support - Ledger G2 Stair Stringer - Top Support - P1 Top Loaded Beam - Nailed Connection P2 Top Loaded Beam - Bolted Connection P3 Beam Connection P4 Steel Column & Wood Column P5 Connector (See Connection Assemblies for more details) (See Connection Assemblies for more details) Provide restraint to ensure Framing details such as joists and sheathing stringer lateral stability Minimum nail sizes: Framing is applied to top of the Structurally adequate hanger must be provided to prevent beam from beam so that each ply carries an 1-3/4" & 2" plies – 3" twisting or rotating at support 16d box (3.5" x 0.135" ) equal load ∅ Nails are permissible but Simpson® PC or CC, 1-1/2" plies – NOT required. See notes Ledger USP® PCM or CC or 10d box (3" x 0.128"∅) for Connection Assemblies. equal post or column cap

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12" oc 3" Provide specified Bevel cut the Simpson® LSC Adjustable bearing length ledger to provide Stair-Stringer Connector full suppport for “or Equal” Two rows for depths up to 12" 1/2"- diameter stair stringer Three rows for depths up to 18" 2'-0" Min. 4 rows for depths greater than 18" ASTM grade A-307 Simpson® CCO, Design professional to verify capacity and (or better) bolts. Hanger must apply load equally to each USP® CCS or Provide specified Ledger Size and all Connections by Others fastening requirements for all connections. Framing is applied to top of the beam so that ply or special design is required L each ply carries an equal load Use washers on both faces. equal column cap bearing length

G3 Stair Stringer - Bottom Support - G4 Stair Stringer - Bottom Support - P6 Side Loaded Beam P7 Concrete Wall Q1 Window/Door Header Q4 Masonry Hanger Verify hanger, stiffener, NOTE: Protect wood from Concrete Beam and filler requirements. contact with concrete as Simpson® WM, USP® MPH required by code Continuous plate or equal hanger Min. 2x4 let-in block Min. 2x4 let-in block connected to the nailed to sheathing; Rim plate below Clinch nails Board

Concrete Slab Prevent the beam from rotating by using rim or blocking.. NOTE: Protect wood Provide specified from contact with concrete Refer to Connection Assemblies for Multi-Ply connection Simpson® GLB, or prescriptive Treated 2x plates connected to concrete Align support with as required by code back of stringer information. Side loads are not recommended for beams over USP® LBS or equal seat bearing length supporting both front and back of the stringer 5-1/2" wide unless loads are equally applied to both faces.

G5 Stair Stringer - Bottom Support - CONNECTION ASSEMBLIES NOTES: Customer Service and Product 1. Use 2 rows of nails for depths to 12." Use 3 rows of nails for depths greater than 12," up to 18." Ledger Use 4 rows of nails for depths greater than 18," up to 24." Technical Support: 1.888.820.0325 DETAIL A DETAIL B DETAIL C/E DETAIL D DETAIL F DETAIL G DETAIL H 2. 16d box (3-1/2" x 0.135"∅) or common (3-1/2" x 0.162"∅) nails shall be used for 1-3/4" and 2" Design professional to verify MAXIMUM 4" WIDE MAXIMUM 6" WIDE MAXIMUM 7-1/4" WIDE MAXIMUM 9-1/4" WIDE MAXIMUM 7" WIDE MAXIMUM 7" WIDE MAXIMUM 7" WIDE thick plies. 10d box (3" x 0.128"∅) or common (3" x 0.148"∅) nails shall be used for 1-1/2" thick E-mail: [email protected]. 2-PLY BEAMS 3-PLY BEAMS 2-PLY BEAMS 3-PLY BEAMS 3- OR 4-PLY BEAMS 2-PLY BEAMS 2-, 3- OR 4-PLY BEAMS plies. 16d sinkers (3-1/4" x 0.148" ∅) may be used for 1-3/4" and 2" plies provided the nails are capacity and fastening driven alternating from each face (see note 3). Visit our web site at: www.lpcorp.com. requirements for all (9) 1-1/2" 1-1/2” 1-1/2” 1-1/2” 3" 3" 2" 3. For detail A or when attaching the first two plies for details B and F (optional), the nails may be connections driven all from one face or alternating from both faces. If the nails do not fully penetrate the LP SolidStart Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) second ply, then the nails shall be driven from both faces. may be found on our website, www.lpcorp.com. 4. When driving nails from each face, alternate every other nail in each row. 5. For detail C/E, when side-loaded, the larger side-load shall be applied to the thicker ply (main LP SolidStart Engineered Wood Products are manufactured at member). 6. For details F and H, it is permissible to nail the plies together before bolting or driving Simpson different locations in the United States and Canada. Please verify 3" 3" SDS or SDW (or equal) screws. Nail two plies together then nail one additional ply to each side. availability with the LP SolidStart Engineered 1-1/2” 1-1/2” 1-1/2” 1-1/2” 2" (9) 7. Beams wider than 5-1/2" shall be top-loaded or side-loaded from both sides to prevent Wood Products distributor in your area before rotation. Consult a professional engineer for other options. 2" max. ply 2" max. ply 2" maximum side member 2" maximum side members Simpson® SDS 1/4" x 6" specifying these products. 8. Other nail, screw or bolt configurations are possible. Contact your LP SolidStart Engineered Ledger (min. 2x) or connector thickness thickness 3-1/2" main member for C 5-1/4" maximum main member Simpson® SDW 6-3/4" or equal Wood Products distributor. Cal. Prop 65 Warning: to support stringer; Stringer 5-1/4" main member for E Simpson SDW may be driven from one side 9. Minimum of 2" or the screw mfg.’s edge distance. WARNING: Drilling, sawing, seat cut to match ledger width or hanger seat length. sanding or machining wood PEFC/29-31-102 products can expose you to wood dust, a substance known to the State of California to cause cancer. Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust R9 R10 DON’T Overcut Stair Stringers R11 DON’T Partially Support Stringers - R12 DON’T Partially Support Stringers - mask or other safeguards for personal Warnings Top Bottom protection. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.wood. BV-SFICOC-US09000262 DON’T bore holes or © 2019 Louisiana-Pacific Corporation. All rights reserved. APA and The following conditions APA Rated are registered trademarks of APA – The Engineered notch unless Wood Association, FastenMaster® and TrussLok® are trademarks of reviewed by OMG, Inc., SIMPSON Strong-Tie® is a registered trademark of are NOT permitted! Simpson Strong-Tie Company, Inc., USP® is a registered trademark a design of MiTek Holdings, Inc., SFI and the associated logo are trademarks professional. of Sustainable Forestry Initiative, Inc., PEFC and the associated Do not use visually damaged products logo are trademarks of Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification, LP® and SolidStart® are registered trademarks of without first checking with your local Possible Louisiana-Pacific Corporation. Printed in USA. Specifications Fracture (details) subject to change without notice. LP SolidStart Engineered Wood Products Line NOTE: Louisiana-Pacific Corporation periodically updates and revises its product information. To verify that this version is distributor or sales office. Possible current, contact the nearest sales office, visit LPCorp.com, or call Exception: Small holes may be drilled Do not overcut Fracture 1-888-820-0325. in accordance with the Beam Hole Details. stair stringers Line LPEW0456 5/19 ARGENT

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