9. Structure Archives - Hammer & Hand

9.1 DECK LEDGERS

sproutbox — Sat, 05 Oct 2024 02:54:59 +0000

The conventional approach to deck construction creates a dangerous condition: a wood-to-wood connection between deck ledger and building structure in which the ledger wood gets wet regularly, transfers moisture into the building structure, and does not dry well.

The result can be rot and deck collapse. Our approach solves this by properly
flashing the building at the point of connection with the ledger, and then holding the ledger off the face of the building with simple spacers.

Remove siding where ledger is to be attached and fold up and pin existing building membrane above install zone.
Cut away lower piece to align with top of remaining siding below the ledger install space.

FastFlash exposed sheathing.
Be sure to lap over lower section of building membrane and as far as possible up under the folded up piece.

Embed top of sheet metal flashing into a bead of FastFlash or Joint & Seam Filler.
Bead and tool Joint & Seam Filler over top of flashing leg for a continuous drainage plane.

Drill pilot holes for attaching ledger board through structural sheathing and rim joist.
When using lags instead of bolts, be sure pilot holes are slightly smaller than lag diameter.

Drill pilot holes in the PT ledger board according to plans from the designer. Make sure pilot holes are slightly smaller than the lag (if bolts are not being used).
Note: Ledger can be temporarily tacked in place to pre-drill through ledger and rim in one step. Ex. 3/8” pilot hole for a 1/2” screw.

Center spacers over bolt holes.
Deck2Wall brand spacers are recommended.

Attach spacers with corrosion-resistant nails or screws.

Dab a generous amount of FastFlash in and over the pilot holes in the sheathing and rim joist before attaching ledger board to prevent moisture intrusion.
Bolt on PT ledger board.

Attach joist hangers over top of FastFlashed ledger board.

FastFlash around the ends of the joists before setting into joist hangers.

Install flashing above ledger board. Cut slots where joists intersect with flashing and bend the leg straight along the top of the joist. Hammer flat.
Bead and tool Joint & Seam Filler over top of sheet metal flashing leg for a continuous drainage plane.

Attach decking.
Replace necessary siding, allowing for a 1”- 2” gap above flashing to prevent water damage to cladding.

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9.2 POCKET DOOR FRAMING

sproutbox — Sat, 05 Oct 2024 16:31:46 +0000

A. Studs at pocket to be engineered lumber or heavy gauge steel studs to provide rigidity to wall panel.
B. Create rabbet in door jamb by installing additional trim to receive the door and provide complete closure.

Pocket Door Detail

A. SHEETROCK, GYPSUM, OR WALL BOARD
B. STUD OR TRIMMER
C. CASING
D. PAINT/STAIN GRADE SUB JAMB OR FINISH MATERIAL
E. SPLIT JAMB
F. POCKET OR CAPTURE

Hardware

Options

Johnson hardware: 200sd commercial grade with 200 series door hanger and hanger plate.
Ducasse: Many options.
Sugatsume: Many options.
Hafele: Many options.

Pocket Door Frame Kits

For situations where wall framing is limited to 3 1/2” (not recommended) you may use the Johnson Pocket Door Kit 2710 and 2711. Do not use Johnson Pocket Door Kit 1500, 1500HD, 1500SC, 2511, or 2000.

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9.3 STAIR FRAMING

sproutbox — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 22:28:02 +0000

Bottom of Stairs

Top of Stairs

A. STRINGERS ARE FROM ENGINEERED MATERIAL (LVL PREFERRED)
B. 3/4 PLYWOOD HANGER PLATE
C. STRONGBACK (2X4 OR SIMILAR)

Note: This is for hemmed in stairs. If the staircase is floating, the strongback would be against the inside wall.

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