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reinforcing existing floor
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reinforcing existing floor

reinforcing existing floor

(OP)
Working on a project where the existing TJI's are overstressed.  I'm thinking about adding joists to reduce the tributary width problem is Ican't get any nails into the joist. I'm considering using an adhesive inlieu of the nails.  Anybody know of a reference for construction adhesives that gives mechanical properties.

RE: reinforcing existing floor

I usually use Bulldog PL Premium by LePages... you might look into it... stikkier than a ...

Dik

RE: reinforcing existing floor

I have a good friend who builds circular wood stairs and uses Gorilla Glue for everything and swears by it. I don't know if properties are available.

RE: reinforcing existing floor

A star for Dave for a cool link.

As for the original post, if there are new TJI's added between the existing, I would try to use a more positive attachment.  One suggestion is to use a short Z-clip on each side of the TJI top flange with short screw up to the sheathing and nail to the TJI flange.

RE: reinforcing existing floor

(OP)
Whyun
My initial concern is how to quantify the amount of shear the adhesive can take resist.  However with the Z clip idea I think I can get a better feel with type of connection.

RE: reinforcing existing floor

calculor, based on the bond strength of adhesive you may be able to calculate the amount of allowable shear transfer; however, it may be difficult to get that through the building department.  ICC may have some test reports (or may not) but even then the building department still has the authority to prohibit the use.

For the Z-clip, I'd use the length comparable to a Simpson A35 clip with two fasteners at each attach points, staggered each side of the TJI flange.

RE: reinforcing existing floor

yup... excellent site

Dik

RE: reinforcing existing floor

Gorilla glue is a polyurethane that 'foams' and can fill less than perfect joints... pretty good stuff.

Dik

RE: reinforcing existing floor

(OP)
Thanks guys for the information especially both of the reference sites.  I think I'm going to use both clip angles as suggested by Whyun as well as PL400 construction adhesive just to be on the safe side.

RE: reinforcing existing floor

Again, thanks Dave... your link has prompted a manner of repair, see thread507-181574

Dik

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