DoubleStud
Structural
So I have this deck remodel where we will extend the deck another 4 ft. It will be a complete tear down but we will reuse the piers. Currently, the beam at the piers are flush with the joists. I am planning to use a steel beam below the joists (continuous span) and cantilever the joists. It has not been confirmed yet but we are expecting the columns are made of CMU wrapped with stone veneer. I need some inputs from you guys:
1. Is it easy to cut down the CMU column to exact height? Or does it have to be cut at the cmu joint? I am thinking to cut the column to 1" below the new steel beam and the beam will just sit directly on it (plus shim and grout). The other option would be to cut well below the steel beam and add HSS column in between. Just trying to simplify things.
2. For outdoor steel beam deck application, do you typically still use a nailer (pressure treated) plate on top of steel beam and you toe nail the joists to it? Or do you drill holes on top flange and screw it directly to the joists/blocking? Just thinking about aesthetic and performance against rotting.
1. Is it easy to cut down the CMU column to exact height? Or does it have to be cut at the cmu joint? I am thinking to cut the column to 1" below the new steel beam and the beam will just sit directly on it (plus shim and grout). The other option would be to cut well below the steel beam and add HSS column in between. Just trying to simplify things.
2. For outdoor steel beam deck application, do you typically still use a nailer (pressure treated) plate on top of steel beam and you toe nail the joists to it? Or do you drill holes on top flange and screw it directly to the joists/blocking? Just thinking about aesthetic and performance against rotting.