health sectionhealth sectionMany homebuilders choose to use metal wall studs for a variety of reasons. Metal studs do not burn or succumb to rot as wooden studs do. Metal wall studs are also lightweight, yet strong when assembled. When extra support is needed, a brace can be installed to add strength to the framework using scraps from previously cut studs. You can install a brace at any needed point of a metal stud wall using the proper tools, materials and basic do-it-yourself skills.
Metal braces or studs are a versatile building material for interior walls. They cost less than traditional wood framing lumber, require smaller tools, make less mess and one person can typically install them alone. Metal braces serve the same purpose as wood studs in interior walls by forming the frame of the wall and holding up the drywall. Installing drywall over metal braces is primarily the same job as installing it over wood, and the finishing techniques are identical.
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Sheds present a broad, flat silhouette, and high winds can significantly weaken the frame of a shed and even blow it down. You do not need construction experience or special tools to use earth anchors to brace a shed. Earth anchors are available in a variety of designs. A simple and effective anchor consists of a 15-inch-long metal rod with a 3-inch-wide spiral metal disc welded around the rod toward its bottom. When this anchor is screwed into the ground, the metal disc bites into the soil, anchoring it solidly.
Wood-framed walls are secured largely through the connections made between the wall and adjoining walls. Placed alone, the wall has little support to hold it in place. Connecting adjoining walls requires some level of security to keep the first wall in position as the connecting wall is attached. To provide that security, you’ll need to brace the wall into position with poles.
If you are in charge of making play scenery sets for your local school's musical, then you know how dangerous set construction can be. Make sure you brace wooden play props with strips of wood that you can attach along the vertical middle of the back of the prop.
Installing drywall on your ceiling isn’t as simple as securing a sheet to your wall, mostly because you have the force of gravity countering your every move. A deadman brace helps keep the sheet of drywall in place above you while you install it. Made up solely of 2-by-4 pieces of lumber, the brace keeps pressure on the drywall sheet without damaging the drywall. The deadman brace is a far cheaper alternative to a drywall lift.
An outdoor deck can add to the resale value of your home, and can provide a comfortable area for backyard barbecues or other outdoor gatherings. Decks built with 2-by-6-inch beams and joists are typically strong enough to hold several guests as well as grills and deck furniture. However, if you plan to use your deck to hold unusually heavy objects, you may need to brace the deck to protect its structural integrity.
Roof rafters help protect the structural integrity of your home by supporting the weight of the roof. However, a weak rafter can lead to a sagging roof, which can cause snow and ice to accumulate. This can result in roof leaks, which can damage the interior of the home. Bracing rafters in an attic is a relatively straightforward process that requires only basic carpentry skills and supplies; however, you should contact a contractor to ensure that bracing is sufficient to protect your roof.
According to building codes, patio covers need to be braced to the ground around or in the patio with column braces imbedded in cement. The braces are metal pieces that are attached to the patio cover’s beams to keep the patio cover steady in windy weather. It’s best to put the column braces in the cement before you lay the cement for the patio so you don’t have to use a jackhammer to tear it all up again.
A short run of narrow stairs is not likely to need extra reinforcement. But long stairs, such as those connecting a second-story deck to ground level, can be a different story. You can brace the stair stringer -- the sawtooth-shaped stair element that supports the treads and risers -- to reinforce it and remove sway from long stairs.
The floor of a home is placed atop a system of joists — 1 1/2-inch-thick boards ranging in width from 6 inches to 12 inches and positioned 12, 16 or 24 inches apart. As a home ages, the floor is likely to squeak, crack and sag in spots. Such activity indicates the joists require bracing. Although extensive work may require the services of a professional, some improvement of the bracing may be accomplished by a do-it-yourselfer.
Roof trusses are structural framing members that replace framed rafters and joists. Using trusses reduces the time and cost required to complete a roof system. But because trusses are not connected to any stabilizing horizontal beam during installation, they must be braced to keep them from falling over. Installing trusses requires only basic carpentry skills and tools, but it is definitely not a job for a novice do-it-yourselfer working alone. Save yourself some headaches and get some experienced help before tackling this project.
Squeaky stairs are one of life's little annoyances that you can get rid of with a bit of effort. Stair squeaks are caused by loose treads that move when you step on them, rubbing up and down on screws or nails and making noise. Putting in extra stair bracing can strengthen and solidify the entire staircase, making it both stronger and quieter. These renovations will make your staircase less annoying and prolong its life as well.
Stud walls are used to create the frame for walls when remodeling a room or finishing an area like a basement. It's important that the studs are properly braced and connected to the subflooring to avoid having the wall shift during construction or after completion of your work. Depending on the type of surface underneath the studs, you'll need to employ different techniques.
Bracing walls during construction helps provide support for larger buildings and complex structures that need to bear the weight of a roof, and potentially a second or third story. For a wide wall, bracing options are numerous, but many homes and buildings are designed with large windows. This leaves relatively little space for wall bracing components. A number of different devices have been developed to deal with this problem.
Rooting cuttings from a mature plant is one way growers and gardeners multiply their supply of many kinds of deciduous and evergreen perennials, shrubs and trees. Success is not always assured, however, so take more cuttings than you need. The best time to take cuttings from yews (Taxus spp.) is late fall to late winter. Cold temperatures prior to the taking of cuttings stimulates narrow-leaved evergreens such as yews to root faster.
Attic spaces are commonly used for storage of various household items, like holiday decorations, that won't fit in closets or the garage or basement. Attic spaces are also where insulation is installed, where electrical cables are run and where the roof support beams (or rafters) are located. If a section of the roof appears to be sagging, it may be because en extra rafter or wood bracing needs to be installed. Installing a section or two of bracing in the attic space will take an hour or two.
Set builders are the magicians in charge of conjuring the theater magic that transports an audience from an auditorium to the world of the play. One of the most basic tools of their craft is the flat, a standing frame of wood covered with muslin onto which any background can be painted or built. They also must make sure that the flats will not fall and can hold up to the abuse of stumbling actors or heavy set dressing pieces. The most common way of bracing a flat is to build two jacks and attach them to both sides of…
When attaching a plywood door to a shed or other building, steps must be taken to brace the interior side of the door to prevent sagging. One of the most common types of bracing methods is a z-pattern of 2-by-4 wooden planks. The pattern consists of five 2-by-4 planks with three attached horizontally and two attached diagonally. All that’s required to achieve this pattern is a bit of measuring, cutting and hammering.
Making your own functional, attractive and durable shelf braces or brackets is a simple and inexpensive project that can be completed is less than an hour, plus glue-drying time. Wooden shelf brackets are typically composed of three planks. The vertical leg of the brace is attached to the wall. The horizontal leg is attached to the underside of the shelf. The diagonal brace attaches to the vertical and horizontal legs lend support and hold the legs of the bracket at a 90-degree angle.
The base structure of porches generally provides enough support for common use, but may not provide enough bracing in the event of storms and other unexpected events. If you want to increase the amount of weight that a porch supports or the amount of wind that a porch withstands, you may add bracing to the porch for additional support. Bracing may be added at any time after you build the porch, but you must do some dismantling for the best result.
The ballast in a fluorescent lamp is a device that starts the lamp and regulates the voltage, frequency and amount of current that goes into the lamp. Fluorescent lamps can’t be connected to the household electric supply except through a ballast. Starting in the mid-1980s, fluorescent light makers began switching from electromagnetic ballasts to more efficient solid-state electronic ballasts.
Veneer siding breaks down into different categories, such as brick and vinyl veneer. Repairing these different veneer categories differs, depending on the type material. Although it can fade, vinyl siding resists water and heat damage. Patch damaged vinyl veneer with a new piece of vinyl. Brick veneer is susceptible to water damage. Water trapped behind brick veneer causes the mortar to become loose and fall out, requiring new mortar in the joints between the bricks. This process is known as tuck pointing.
A trellis can substantially expand your growing space, if you have a small yard or apartment. It can also add eye-catching color to the side of a house or patio. However, if a trellis isn't properly braced during installation or if the plants covering it become too heavy over time, it is likely to lean away from its wall. This may also occur with a freestanding trellis, which sometimes has bracing posts that rot or are too small.
When installing drywall on the ceiling, you may quickly notice that it is difficult to hold drywall in place while simultaneously attempting to hammer in nails or screw in screws well enough to secure the drywall to the ceiling. Even if you have another person helping you, trying to hold drywall in place on the ceiling might prove to be very difficult. Using a T-brace is the best way to keep drywall in place when installing it on the ceiling.
No matter how well a heavy wooden gate is constructed and installed, the gate may begin to sag over time. This is due to great lateral and vertical forces exerted on the hinges and gate post. Installing an anchor brace when the gate is initially installed helps to prevent sagging. The brace may also be installed to correct a leaning gate post. This simple project takes less than an hour and requires no special tools or advanced carpentry experience.
A drywall brace helps hold up drywall sheets you are applying to a room’s ceiling or walls. The brace allows you to use your hands to drive screws through the drywall sheet and into the rafters or studs. Constructing the brace takes only a few boards and some nails, but you can keep the brace and use it anytime you install a drywall sheet. Your brace does not need to look good since it only needs to hold up the drywall during the installation process.
A sturdy worktable, also called a workbench, is a basic and necessary tool in both home and industrial workshops. Because of all the work that is done on top of the table, such as hammering and drilling, as well as the power tools and hand tools that are often stored on it, brace the worktable to ensure that it is strong enough for all the duties you need it for. This helps you avoid damaging the table or even injuring yourself because of a flimsy work surface.
Although some projects can be completed by any do-it-yourselfer with some spare time and working knowledge of construction tools and processes, when it comes to masonry walls there are also bracing requirements for load bearing structural walls. Given the complexity of federal, state and local regulations, not to mention the numerous types of masonry structures -- such as glass, concrete, stones and bricks -- you should always contact a structural engineer when building a masonry structure.
Backyard decks are supported by a framework of wooden posts and joists, which are anchored in concrete footers. High-standing decks may require extra bracing, however, to prevent shifting and collapse. High structures are less rigid since their center of gravity is raised and the structural elements that support them are unable to carry the load over long distances. Bracing can be installed in several forms, including Y, X and W shapes.
Some parents like having squeaky floors because they're useful for catching teenagers sneaking in at 3 a.m., but most other people find them annoying. The cause of most floor squeaks is loose flooring that rubs on a nail or screw when someone walks by and compresses and releases the floor. To stop a floor from squeaking, you need to make it tight so that it doesn't move when someone walks on it.
Adding a spa to your deck can increase your quality of life as you relax after a long day. If you don't properly brace your deck for the additional weight, your dream retreat can quickly turn into a nightmare. An improperly braced deck can not only damage your deck and spa, it may even cause injury to yourself or a guest. The amount and type of bracing you need depends on the weight of your spa and the load capacity of your deck.
Properly bracing an L-shaped desk will provide a sturdy base that allows you to work and supports your equipment and supplies as necessary. The best way to brace your desk will depend on the materials and design of the desk, though the same common elements will apply to most L-shaped desks. Some desks can even be anchored to the wall for added stability, though it's not necessary for bracing the desk, especially if you want to be able to move the desk easily.
If your car is having trouble shifting, you and your mechanic must decide whether or not it is a problem that can be solved with service or if the transmission needs to be replaced completely. Due to the complexity of modern transmissions, replacing is more common than rebuilding in the case of serious damage. In either case, transmission problems should never be ignored.
Maintaining a clean, stain-free and healthy-looking smile is a challenge regardless of whether you have your natural teeth or wear a form of dentures. Removing stains, associated with food and drink, from dentures is a routine part of maintenance. Partial dentures, those with metal clasps, require a more careful handling of the denture itself, as the metal can become prone to tarnishing if not properly cared for.
For someone new to braces, it can be difficult to know what you can and cannot do with braces in your mouth. When you first get braces, they will likely hurt, no matter what you do. This is not a sign that you are doing anything wrong but merely that your teeth are adjusting to the braces.
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Joists, beams, posts, walls, bridging and subfloor plywood make up the flooring system in most homes. Bracing the subfloor adds structural integrity to the floor system. An improperly braced subfloor can sag and cause structural problems, like doors that won't close properly, or annoyances such as squeaks when the floor is walked on.
Seismic support solutions involve braces, support cables and a host of other solutions in an attempt to keep utility pipes and structures from experiencing excessive earthquake cracking and failures. Often, support framing and support cables are used in conjunction to enhance each others' support qualities. Making effective use of this tandem is critical in meeting earthquake code and providing solid structural support to any pipes in a structure that demands additional seismic support.
Depending on its size and location, bracing a shed for moving can be a relatively simple, hassle-free task. There are two keys to accomplishing the goal. The first is having jacks to place under the structure's four corners to act as a stabilizing force. The other is to have long wooden boards available that can be used to support the structure's interior during the move and keep it from collapsing in on itself.
Tree cavities are holes in a tree trunk that can vary in diameter and depth. These cavities often occur naturally, but can occasionally endanger the tree structurally, or provide a home for ants, hornets or mosquitos due to the collection of standing water. Tree experts often recommend against filling a tree cavity because it can make the tree unstable over time. If you find it necessary to fill your tree’s cavities, use expandable foam to help support the tree and prevent moisture from entering the hole.
State laws establish the rights that property owners have after they purchase real property or receive real property gifts. Property owners who purchase land are not required to record their deeds but if they fail to record them, they may lose their rights to ownership or may be unable to sell their property for lack of marketability. Furthermore, if land purchasers borrowed money to buy their land, their lenders will require them to record their ownership interests.
Over time, even the sturdiest of shelves will begin to bow if they're put under enough pressure from heavy items. Rather than replacing your sagging shelves, you can give them some extra support and a new lease of life by installing additional brackets to help them take the strain they're under. By doing so, you should get a good few extra years of service from your struggling shelving.
Closet shelves bear a lot of weight from books, clothing, and heavier objects like bowling balls and other sports equipment; over time the shelves are bound to sag. To eliminate shelf sagging, brace your shelves with supports. The shelving will hold up more stuff and therefore allow for more storage.
Without braces to help prop it up, a shelf may buckle from the weight of the items on it. This warps the wood over time. With heavier items, the shelf may crack or break from the wall. Braces or brackets bolster a shelf, helping it to support the weight it holds. You should choose a brace whose angle matches the shelf's configuration. If you don't know the angle that the shelf makes with the wall, you can calculate it using trigonometry.
When building an acoustic guitar, you need to cut and carve spruce bracing to bolster rigidity for the soundboard and back wood of the guitar. Most acoustic guitar braces are manufactured out of spruce billets that measure approximately 20 inches in length, 3/4 inches wide and approximately 2 inches tall.
When food is allowed to accumulate along a dog’s gum line, it can combine with bacteria and saliva to form plaque, which, if left untended, becomes tartar. Tartar is a hard substance that adheres to teeth and can cause pockets in the gums that lead to gingivitis and periodontal disease. This can cause bad breath, tooth loss, painful abscesses and heart and other diseases.
The art and science of orthodontics focuses on the realignment of both teeth and the jaw for improved function, oral health and improved appearance. Several career paths exist in this field, each with varying expertise and salaries. Incomes range from the mid-$30,000s to well into the six-figure range.
High-rise structures are massive and indestructible, but these buildings oftentimes do not have the support they need to withstand all weather conditions. Buildings, particularly in high-wind and hurricane areas must be braced, especially when they are being built. No matter if they are made out of wood or metal, the base of the structures must be braced during construction so there is no risk of them falling down or becoming damaged during a weather event.
