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Do I need extra bearing to support Open Joist floor trusses?

April 26, 2017bearing extra floor joist support trusses

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Do I need extra bearing to support Open Joist floor trusses?

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No. You only need a bearing of 1-1/2″ in all normal loading situations; therefore, trusses can be butted together over a 2×4 intermediate bearing wall.