Timber Floor Joist Span Tables

You can also use the wood beam calculator from the american wood council website to determine maximum rafter and joist lengths.

Timber floor joist span tables.

Span tables use the span tables below to determine allowable lengths of joists and rafters based on size and standard design loads. View joist rafter tables. Bci joists are specially constructed i joists with flanges made from strong versa lam laminated veneer lumber with oriented stranded board webs and approved waterproof structural adhesives providing outstanding strength and durability. Joist and rafter span tables.

These span tables assume installation of at least three joists or rafters that are spaced not more than 24 on center. These tables can also be used to determine deck joist span. The calculated spans assume fully supported members properly sheathed and nailed on the top edge of the joist or rafter. Straight line interpolation shall be permitted for intermediate spans and design values.

Joist span table for floor joists floor joist span tables for various sizes and species of wood joist span table use these tables to determine floor joist spans based on grade of lumber size of joist floor joist spacing and a live load of 30 lbs ft 2 or 40 lbs ft 2.