EasyFix™ Joist System
Introducing the EasyFix™ joist system
The solution to constructing a timber deck over an existing solid base.
The feet are available in 2 heights; 10mm & 38mm (distance from ground to base of joist).
- Quick and easy "Snap On" installation.
- Eliminates the second bolted down batten.
- 3mm EasyFix™ Levellers make levelling simple.
- Allows services to pass under Batten.
- Acts as a sound insulator. Tested to reduce sound and impact noise by 50%
- No need for Concrete skimming.
- No cutting! No Drilling!
- EasyFix™ Batten Systems save on Time and Costs.
Rubber feet are sold individually or in packs of 25
Rubber shims are sold in assorted boxes of 200
Outdoor structures, such as decks, porches, some garden sheds, and gazebos which at some point will hold weight, require strong footings as a base to build on. If the structure is lacking a strong and stable set of foundations, the wooden posts and beams used to create the structure may fail - resulting in possible injury to the and destruction of the structure.
The EasyFix™ joist system consists of rubber feet that simply clip on to the joist to lift it out of contact with the ground. Levelling is made simple with 3mm rubber shims that are inserted beneath the joist until the correct level is achieved.
Footings can also help to prevent frost heave. Frost heave is the term used to describe what happens when wet or damp soil freezes. Frost heave will cause the structure to 'heave' upwards causing the soil around the structure to push up. The movement of the soil can push up on the posts and the structure attached to it. When movement of more than 1 inch occurs, there is often structural damage to decks, porches, garden sheds, and gazebos. If the structure is attached to your home, damage may occur to your home. In order to combat this problem, footings should be placed 6 inches or more below the frost line. The frost line is the maximum depth where the ground will freeze in the winter.
In choosing a footing type, consider the following:
- Foundations should be large and stable enough to provide a solid resting place for your posts and/or beams.
- Foundations should be placed below the frost line, usually a minimum of6 inches, this is to prevent frost heaving from occurring.
- Foundations should rise at least 3 inches above ground level to keep the post dry.
- Reinforcing bar (re-bar) should be placed in the concrete to add strength to the footing, if necessary.
- Gravel or crushed rock should be compacted around the post to allow water to drain away from the footing, especially if drainage is poor.