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Introducing the premium I-joist floor assembly, an innovative construction solution designed to elevate your building project's performance and aesthetics. This sophisticated floor system utilizes deeper, stiffer, and stronger I-beam joists and thicker sheathing for unparalleled stability and comfort.
In this system, we employ 78-inch OSB or plywood glued and nled onto 14-inch-deep I-joists spaced at 24 inches on center. This configuration ensures a very stiff floor that significantly enhances the installation process of finished floors, making it particularly suitable for hardwood installations and other premium flooring materials.
The enhanced rigidity provided by this system not only improves the quality feel appreciated in move-up and luxury homes but also facilitates easier ductwork and plumbing installation within the house interior. By locating these systems inside the conditioned space, we minimize exterior chase requirements and potentially eliminate the need for duct testing, saving on additional expenses associated with such compliance.
While incorporating the thicker sheathing and deeper I-joists may add to initial costs, the overall cost of this premium floor assembly is comparable to traditional construction methods. The efficiency gns from using fewer materials lead to significant savings:
A reduction of about one-third in joist installation by framing crews
Decrease by approximately 13rd in the use of fasteners and hangers for joist installation
Savings on floor construction adhesive, reducing usage by roughly a third
Lowered need for floor sheathing fasteners; you'll use them less often
Reduced drilling holes for plumbing, electrical installations
The premium floor system also offers additional benefits beyond cost savings:
Potential elimination of the need for double joists in some areas due to deeper I-beams
Accelerated progress towards completion by getting under roof faster, providing protection agnst weather conditions earlier in construction.
Quicker returns on builder's capital through shorter construction periods.
To learn more about designing and constructing this floor system effectively, we recomm referring to our comprehensive resources:
Technical Prevent Callbacks in Wood Flooring Installation
APA Engineered Wood Construction Guide Excerpt: Floor Construction
Builder Tips: Construct a Solid, Squeak-Free Floor System
Technical Acoustic Performance of All-Wood Floor Systems
APA Performance Rated I-Joists
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