Compare 2 x 10 Floor Systems to
2-1/2" Flange Floor Systems
2 x 10 Floor Systems
1,173
feet of 2x10 required
163
total pieces
3907
total pounds
24
hangers required
801
nails required
WI series Floor System
563
feet of 11 7/8" WI Joist required
24
total pieces
1,210
total pounds
4
hangers required
158
nails required
LIGHTWEIGHT
WI Joists are
approximately ½ the weight of dimension lumber and 1/3 the weight of wood
trusses. This saves time and money spent on labor and makes framing faster
and easier.
NO BRIDGING REQUIRED
WI Joist do not
require bridging because it is a manufactured product. The code accounts for
the elimination of "Mother Natures" defects. This saves on material and
labor cost.
FIELD TRIMMABLE
WI Joist can be
trimmed in the field with regular carpenter tools at the jobsite.
