Apprentice Training, framing & carpentry

Floor Framing: Triple 2x10 Built-Up Girder & Post

Three 2x10 laminated members, 6x6 timber post, steel post cap and bearing joists

Mid-span solid blocking, adhesive and 3/4 in T&G subfloor Double headers, tail joists and metal joist hangers 6x6 timber post, steel post cap and bearing joists

Time: 1 h 5 min
People: Two
Level: Patient

Before you start

Clear 3 × 2 m of floor and lay out the parts.
9 parts and 50 fasteners in 3 steps.
You'll want a claw hammer and a tape measure and a marker and a spirit level.
Crown all three 2x10 boards upward before nailing the laminated girder together.

Apprentice Training & Risk NoticeEducational training demonstration only. Risk: Real-world structural lumber sizing, spans, and fastener schedules carry legal liability and must comply with local building codes (IRC/IBC/OSHA) and certified engineering.

Apprentice Training, framing & carpentry

Floor Framing: Triple 2x10 Built-Up Girder & Post

Three 2x10 laminated members, 6x6 timber post, steel post cap and bearing joists

Mid-span solid blocking, adhesive and 3/4 in T&G subfloor Double headers, tail joists and metal joist hangers 6x6 timber post, steel post cap and bearing joists

Time: 1 h 5 min
People: Two
Level: Patient

Before you start

Clear 3 × 2 m of floor and lay out the parts.
9 parts and 50 fasteners in 3 steps.
You'll want a claw hammer and a tape measure and a marker and a spirit level.
Crown all three 2x10 boards upward before nailing the laminated girder together.