Step
1 Continued: Building Support Frames and Attaching Metal Brackets
"Square" the
Support Frame by adjusting the outside members until the distance
between opposite corners is equal,
as shown in Diagram 4. After the Support Frame
is "squared,"
center and secure the remaining piece (B) with three - 2 1/2" deck
screws, as shown in Diagram 5.
Secure two
additional 2 1/2" deck screws at each of the
four corners of the Support Frame.
Attach a
metal corner bracket (Simpson Strong-Tie A35) in each of the
inside corners
of the Support Frames. Next, attach a metal joist
hanger (Simpson Strong Tie LU26) to each end of the center 2"x6" support
board. A slight bend in the corner brackets and joist hanger
will be needed to fit the angles of the Support Frame, as shown
in Diagram 6.
Repeat until all Support Frames have been constructed.
All brackets and hangers should either be Hot Dipped Galvanized, ZMAX
Galvanized products or similar products designed for exterior pressure
treated lumber. Use the recommended nails or connectors for each
product.
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"Square" the
Support Frame by adjusting the outside members until the distance
between opposite corners is equal,
as shown in Diagram 4. After the Support Frame
is "squared,"
center and secure the remaining piece (B) with three - 2 1/2" deck
screws, as shown in Diagram 5.
