Common joist spacings for 2 by 10 joists and other dimensional lumber sizes are 12 16 and 24 inches.
2 by10 floor joist.
2 prime ground contact pressure treated lumber model 288723 14 47 14 47.
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This sample table gives minimum floor joist sizes for joists spaced at 16 inches and 24 inches on center o c for 2 grade lumber with 10 pounds per square foot of dead load and 40 pounds of live load which is typical of normal residential construction.
Every piece of 2 in.
Simpson strong tie lus galvanized face mount joist hanger for 2x10 nominal lumber model lus210.
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2 prime or better southern pine pressure treated lumber model 2534954 20 97 20 97.
2 prime kiln dried southern yellow pine lumber meets high grading standards for strength and appearance and is easy to cut fasten and paint making this the best choice for many building projects.
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True floor joist span calculations can only be made by a structural engineer or contractor.
Joists that are closer together can support more weight which allows the joists to span a longer distance than joists spaced further apart.
Mitek 2 x 10 g185 18 gauge slant nail face mount joist hanger 24 pack model ujus210tzbk 36 97 36 97.