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AS 1684.2 · Timber Framing
Table 14 — Bottom Plates (Single or Upper Storey)
Selections
Wind
Grade
Joist Spacing
Rafter Spacing
Roof
Wind Classification
Timber Grade
Floor Joist Spacing (mm)
Rafter / Truss Spacing (mm)
Roof Type
Maximum Roof Load Width (mm) Select all inputs above
Select wind, grade, joist spacing, rafter spacing and roof type above.
Figure 6.18 — Bottom Plates Single or Upper Storey

Table 14 Notes

  1. Maximum roof load widths are based on a maximum total sheet roof, framing and ceiling mass of 40 kg/m² and tile roof 90 kg/m². For guidance refer to Appendix A.
  2. Where the bottom plate is continuously supported by a concrete slab or solid nogging, or where wall studs are directly in line with floor joists, the bottom plate may be a minimum of 35 mm deep.
  3. Where bottom plates support studs supporting concentrated loads, posts or jamb studs, the load shall be supported directly over a floor joist or over solid blocking between plate and bearer.
  4. Plates may be trenched up to a maximum of 3 mm.
  5. Multiple plates shall be nailed together as per Clause 2.5.
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Clause reference: AS 1684.2 Cl. 6.4.2 · Table 14