How much do Simpson Strong walls cost?
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Simpson Strong-Tie WSW24X12-141 24X141.25 Wood Strong Wall w/Front Access Holdowns | Simpson Strong-Tie WSW24X10-120 24X120 Wood Strong Wall w/Front Access Holdowns |
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Our Price: $748.09 Add | Our Price: $401.47 Add |
What is a Simpson shear wall?
Strong-Wall shearwalls from Simpson Strong-Tie offer consistent, reliable performance no matter what the variables are. The code-listed Strong-Wall high-strength wood shearwall is an extremely versatile solution for lateral-force resistance in residential, multi-family and light-frame commercial construction.
What is a Simpson Strong wall?
The Strong-Wall wood shearwall is a field-adjustable, prefabricated, engineered wood panel that helps structures resist lateral forces such as those created by earthquakes and high winds. Strong-Wall® Wood Shearwall Multi-Story Kit.
What are strong walls for?
Strong walls enable the foundation and roof to function together as a resilient structural system. This strategy focuses on how to design strong walls for your home. A wall is part of the structural system and delineates a home and its interior spaces.
Can you replace a shear wall with a beam?
Most likely you will be able to remove the wall. If it is a structural supporting wall you will need to add a beam and thicken the concrete slab where the new supporting posts are located. This means that you will need to be extra careful if you need to thicken the slab.
Can you cut Simpson Strong walls?
Installation Information Do not cut the Steel Strong-Wall® or enlarge existing holes. Doing so will compromise the performance of the wall.
What are strong walls used for?
Can you cut a Simpson Strong wall?
Installation Information Do not cut the Steel Strong-Wall® or enlarge existing holes. Doing so will compromise the performance of the wall. Do not use an impact wrench to tighten nuts on the anchor bolts.
Which walls should be stronger?
The total bearing area of three 2x4s is 15 3/4 square inches; two 2x6s have a bearing area of 16 square inches. In bending, however, such as from a wind load, a 2×6 wall is considerably stronger. In tall walls, where column buckling might be a factor, a 2×6 wall would be stronger if a structural sheathing was used.
Can you take down load-bearing wall?
You can remove either type of wall, but if the wall is load bearing, you have to take special precautions to support the structure during removal, and to add a beam or other form of support in its place. If you’re not sure, hire a contractor or structural engineer to help you figure it out.