Decks, Patios, Porches and Docks - stringers

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07-13-00, 02:10 PM
I am cutting stringers as you suggested i.e.
7 " riser 12" tread I am using 2 by 12's
how do I attach them to 2x10 ledger.

07-14-00, 12:01 AM
Simpsom LU210's would work just fine
07-14-00, 10:55 AM
you can l bracket them to the face of the header or slip them under the header and attach to the sides of joists.

07-15-00, 11:19 AM
Or use a pressure block. It's the cheapest and quickest way that I know.

A pressure block is a scab attached to the ledger and then the stringer is nailed or screwed to the block and toenailed to the ledger.

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07-15-00, 12:31 PM
I also am about to attach a stringers made from 2X12PTs. My rise is 6.5inches and my joists are 2X8. There is very little nailing/screwing space for attaching the stringers to the 2X8. I was thinking of attaching a 2X12 to the 2X8 to allow for more space. Any thoughts?
07-15-00, 12:36 PM
Is 6.5 inches okay for rise? My height is 39.125 inches; it was the only way to get a consistent rise based on 6 steps.