MortarThePoint Posted November 10, 2020 Share Posted November 10, 2020 I think NHBC specify wall plate section lengths should be over 3m, but I can see a downside in going too long. The likelihood of having straight timbers will go down with increased length. Any advice as to what length is best? " - a minimum of 3m or extend over at least three joists, rafters or trusses - joined using half-lapped joints, including at corners" https://nhbc-standards.co.uk/7-roofs/7-2-pitched-roofs/7-2-6-wall-plates/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oz07 Posted November 10, 2020 Share Posted November 10, 2020 As long as poss hand select if you need to Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyshouse Posted November 10, 2020 Share Posted November 10, 2020 Always store properly before use, weight down and fix straps following day (not where trusses go) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Jones Posted November 10, 2020 Share Posted November 10, 2020 and get it yourself from the builders merchant, all the crap banana lengths get left on top of the stack and thats the crap they will deliver to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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