Wood Floor Systems

Wood Floor Systems

Description
Description

Wood Floor Systems are a type of flooring system that is generally produced from a lumber structure. The advantages of Wood Floor Systems include that wood is abundant, flexible, and easy to repair. Wood Floor Systems are also less expensive than steel or concrete flooring systems. Wood Floor Systems often implement wood joists and trusses into its systems to create the framing, resulting in sturdy floor construction. The disadvantage of Wood Floor Systems is that they may deteriorate over time, and have shorter spans than steel floor systems. Wood Floor Systems Wood Floor Systems are often used within residential buildings where are more traditionally found.

The earliest wood floors were likely made from solid planks of wood that were nailed or pegged directly to the joists. These floors were often unfinished, and they could be quite uneven. In the Middle Ages, wood flooring became more sophisticated, and techniques such as tongue-and-groove joints and floating floors were developed. In the 20th century, wood flooring continued to be popular, and new types of wood flooring, such as engineered wood floors, were developed. Engineered wood floors are made from layers of wood that are glued together, and they are often less expensive than solid wood floors. Today, wood flooring is still a popular choice for flooring, and it is available in a wide variety of styles and finishes.

Common Questions
Common Questions
What is 'bridging' in a wood floor system?

Bridging is a method of strengthening a wood floor system by installing cross-bracing between the floor joists. This helps to prevent the joists from sagging or twisting, and can also help to reduce noise and squeaks. The type of bridging that is used will depend on the size and spacing of the joists, as well as the desired level of strength and stiffness.

What are the advantages of wood floor systems over steel floor systems?

wood flooring systems offer a number of advantages over steel flooring systems, including cost, versatility, sustainability, comfort, fire resistance, and noise reduction. However, wood flooring systems also have some disadvantages, such as moisture sensitivity, warpage, and maintenance requirements.

Are I-Joist or solid wood floor systems more common today?

I-joist framed floors are more common than solid wood framed floors. As of 2005, approximately 50% of all wood light framed floors used I-joists. Overall, I-joists are a better choice for most applications. They are stronger, lighter, more dimensionally stable, and more fire resistant than solid wood joists. The only real advantage of solid wood joists is their lower cost, but this advantage is often offset by the additional costs of labor and materials.

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2’-10’ | 61-305 cm
4”-12” | 10.2-30.5 cm
16’-48’ | 4.88-14.63 m
Wood Beam - Cross Laminated Timber (CLT)
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Wood Beam - Cross Laminated Timber (CLT)Perspective view of a 3D model of Cross Laminated Timber Wood BeamPerspective view of a 3D model of Cross Laminated Timber Wood Beam
5.5”, 7.25”, 9.25”, 11.25” | 14, 18.4, 23.5, 28.6 cm (Joist)
12”, 16”, 24” | 30.5, 40.6, 61 cm (Spacing)
Wood Floor - Bridging, Block
28.600
61.000
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Wood Floor - Bridging, Block3D model of Block Bridging Wood Floor viewed in perspective3D model of Block Bridging Wood Floor viewed in perspective
5.5”, 7.25”, 9.25”, 11.25” | 14, 18.4, 23.5, 28.6 cm (Joist)
12”, 16”, 24” | 30.5, 40.6, 61 cm (Spacing)
Wood Floor - Bridging, Cross
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61.000
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Wood Floor - Bridging, CrossView of Cross Bridging Wood Floor in 3D available for downloadView of Cross Bridging Wood Floor in 3D available for download
5.5”, 7.25”, 9.25”, 11.25” | 14, 18.4, 23.5, 28.6 cm (Joist)
12”, 16”, 24” | 30.5, 40.6, 61 cm (Spacing)
Wood Floor - Bridging, Metal
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61.000
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Wood Floor - Bridging, MetalPerspective view of a 3D model of Metal Bridging Wood FloorPerspective view of a 3D model of Metal Bridging Wood Floor
5.5”, 7.25”, 9.25”, 11.25” | 14, 18.4, 23.5, 28.6 cm (Joist)
40.5”-84.25” | 103-214 cm (Cantilever)
24”-36” | 61-91.4 cm (Cantilever)
Wood Floor - Cantilever, Parallel
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214.000
91.400
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Wood Floor - Cantilever, ParallelView of Parallel Cantilever Wood Floor in 3D available for downloadView of Parallel Cantilever Wood Floor in 3D available for download
5.5”, 7.25”, 9.25”, 11.25” | 14, 18.4, 23.5, 28.6 cm (Joist)
40.5”-84.25” | 103-214 cm (Cantilever)
24”-36” | 61-91.4 cm (Cantilever)
Wood Floor - Cantilever, Perpendicular
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214.000
91.400
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Wood Floor - Cantilever, PerpendicularPerspective view of a 3D model of Perpendicular Cantilever Wood FloorPerspective view of a 3D model of Perpendicular Cantilever Wood Floor
9.5”, 11.88”, 14”, 16” | 24.1, 30.2, 35.6, 40.6 cm (Beam)
12”, 16”, 24” | 30.5, 40.6, 61 cm (Spacing)
12’-32’ | 3.66-9.75 m
Wood Floor - I-Beam
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61.000
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Wood Floor - I-BeamPerspective view of a 3D model of I-Beam Wood FloorPerspective view of a 3D model of I-Beam Wood Floor
5.5”, 7.25”, 9.25”, 11.25” | 14, 18.4, 23.5, 28.6 cm (Joist)
12”, 16”, 24” | 30.5, 40.6, 61 cm (Spacing)
6’-24’ | 1.83-7.32 m
Wood Floor - Joist
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61.000
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Wood Floor - JoistView of Joist Wood Floor in 3D available for downloadView of Joist Wood Floor in 3D available for download
12”, 14”, 16”, 18” | 30.5, 35.6, 40.6, 45.7 cm (Truss)
16”, 24” | 40.6, 61 cm (Spacing)
4’-30’ | 1.22-9.14 m
Wood Floor - Open Web Truss
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61.000
914.000
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Wood Floor - Open Web TrussView of Open Web Truss Wood Floor in 3D available for downloadView of Open Web Truss Wood Floor in 3D available for download
5.5”-11.25” | 14-28.6 cm (Joist)
3’-5’ | 91.4-152.4 cm (Opening)
6’-12’ | 1.83-3.66 m (Opening)
Wood Floor - Opening, Large
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152.400
366.000
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Wood Floor - Opening, LargeView of Large Opening Wood Floor in 3D available for downloadView of Large Opening Wood Floor in 3D available for download
5.5”-11.25” | 14-28.6 cm (Joist)
10.5”-22.5” | 26.7-57.2 cm (Opening)
6”-22.5” | 15.2-57.2 cm (Opening)
Wood Floor - Opening, Small
28.600
57.200
57.200
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Wood Floor - Opening, SmallPerspective view of a 3D model of Small Opening Wood FloorPerspective view of a 3D model of Small Opening Wood Floor
11”, 14.5”, 18.5”, 22.5” | 28, 37, 47, 57 cm (Combined)
12”, 16”, 24” | 30.5, 40.6, 61 cm (Spacing)
6’-24’ | 1.83-7.32 m
Wood Floor - Plank & Beam
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61.000
732.000
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Wood Floor - Plank & Beam3D model of Plank & Beam Wood Floor viewed in perspective3D model of Plank & Beam Wood Floor viewed in perspective
Wood Floor - Bridging, Block
Comparison drawing of Block Bridging Wood Floor compared to similar wood floor systems

Wood bridging block floor framing involves adding small pieces of wood, called bridging or blocking, between floor joists. This method improves the strength and stability of the structure by distributing loads more evenly and preventing joists from twisting or warping. Bridging blocks can be added during initial framing or retrofitted later. They are typically placed at regular intervals, or specifically where additional support is needed. Bridging not only bolsters the floor's overall structural integrity, but also helps prevent squeaking. A proper understanding of the construction process and structural principles is necessary to implement this technique effectively.

Block Bridging Wood Floors are used for a range of spacings including 12”, 16”, 24” (30.5, 40.6, 61 cm) and are paired with typical joist heights of 5.5”, 7.25”, 9.25”, 11.25” (14, 18.4, 23.5, 28.6 cm). Block Bridging Wood Floors have blocks that match the heights of the joists.

Scaled set of drawings of Block Bridging Wood Floor in side and top views
Wood bridging block floor framing involves adding small pieces of wood, called bridging or blocking, between floor joists. This method improves the strength and stability of the structure by distributing loads more evenly and preventing joists from twisting or warping.

Block Bridging Wood Floors are used for a range of spacings including 12”, 16”, 24” (30.5, 40.6, 61 cm) and are paired with typical joist heights of 5.5”, 7.25”, 9.25”, 11.25” (14, 18.4, 23.5, 28.6 cm). Block Bridging Wood Floors have blocks that match the heights of the joists.

Scaled set of drawings of Block Bridging Wood Floor in side and top views
Wood Floor - Bridging, Block
Height:
5.5”, 7.25”, 9.25”, 11.25” | 14, 18.4, 23.5, 28.6 cm (Joist)
Width:
12”, 16”, 24” | 30.5, 40.6, 61 cm (Spacing)
Length:
Depth:
Weight:
Area:

Block Size: Match Joists

Materials
Pine, fir and spruce

Drawings include:

Block Bridging Wood Floor plan (various sizes), elevation

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Wood Floor - Joist
Scale illustration of Joist Wood Floor compared to other wood floor systems

Wood joist floor framing is a common construction method utilizing a series of horizontal beams, or joists, to support a floor's weight. These wooden joists, evenly spaced, typically run from one side of the structure to the other or between beams or walls. Plywood or other board materials are then secured on top of the joists to form the subfloor. This subfloor provides a flat, strong surface for the finished flooring material. The joist system not only supports the floor loads but also helps distribute the weight evenly across the building's foundation. Proper joist sizing and spacing are critical for structural integrity.

Joist Wood Floors are constructed in a range of sizes with spacing of 12”, 16”, 24” (30.5, 40.6, 61 cm) and typical spans between 6’-24’ (1.83-7.32 m). Joist Wood Floors have nominal sizes of 2x6, 2x8, 2x10, 2x12 with actual sizes of 5.5”, 7.25”, 9.25”, 11.25” (14, 18.4, 23.5, 28.6 cm).

Group of dimensioned illustrations of Joist Wood Floor seen in elevation and plan
Wood joist floor framing is a common construction method utilizing a series of horizontal beams, or joists, to support a floor's weight. These wooden joists, evenly spaced, typically run from one side of the structure to the other or between beams or walls.

Joist Wood Floors are constructed in a range of sizes with spacing of 12”, 16”, 24” (30.5, 40.6, 61 cm) and typical spans between 6’-24’ (1.83-7.32 m). Joist Wood Floors have nominal sizes of 2x6, 2x8, 2x10, 2x12 with actual sizes of 5.5”, 7.25”, 9.25”, 11.25” (14, 18.4, 23.5, 28.6 cm).

Group of dimensioned illustrations of Joist Wood Floor seen in elevation and plan
Wood Floor - Joist
Height:
5.5”, 7.25”, 9.25”, 11.25” | 14, 18.4, 23.5, 28.6 cm (Joist)
Width:
12”, 16”, 24” | 30.5, 40.6, 61 cm (Spacing)
Length:
6’-24’ | 1.83-7.32 m
Depth:
Weight:
Area:

Subflooring: .75”-1.125” | 1.9-2.9 cm

Flooring: .5”-.75” | 1.3-1.9 cm

Clear Height: 8’-10’ | 2.44-3.05 m (Typical)

Nominal Sizes: 2x6, 2x8, 2x10, 2x12

Materials
Pine, fir and spruce

Drawings include:

Joist Wood Floor plan (various sizes), elevation

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Wood Floor - I-Beam
Style and size comparison drawing of I-Beam Wood Floor compared to other wood floor systems

Wood I-Beam floor framing utilizes engineered wood I-beams to form a sturdy, stable structure for floors. These beams are strong, lightweight, and resist warping or twisting. They consist of a top and bottom flange (usually made of laminated veneer lumber or structural composite lumber) connected by a thin, vertical web made from plywood or oriented strand board (OSB). Spaced at regular intervals, the I-beams bear the weight of the floor, transmitting it to the foundation. These systems offer efficient installation, environmental sustainability, and superior performance in terms of strength, stability, and uniformity compared to traditional solid lumber.

I-Beam Wood Floors are constructed in a range of sizes with spacing of 12”, 16”, 24” (30.5, 40.6, 61 cm) and typical spans between 12’-32’ (3.66-9.75 m). I-Beam Wood Floors have nominal sizes of 10”, 12”, 14”, 16” with actual sizes of 9.5”, 11.88”, 14”, 16” (24.1, 30.2, 35.6, 40.6 cm).

Set of scaled dimensioned drawings of I-Beam Wood Floor viewed from the front and plan
Wood I-Beam floor framing utilizes engineered wood I-beams to form a sturdy, stable structure for floors. These beams are strong, lightweight, and resist warping or twisting. They consist of a top and bottom flange connected by a thin vertical web.

I-Beam Wood Floors are constructed in a range of sizes with spacing of 12”, 16”, 24” (30.5, 40.6, 61 cm) and typical spans between 12’-32’ (3.66-9.75 m). I-Beam Wood Floors have nominal sizes of 10”, 12”, 14”, 16” with actual sizes of 9.5”, 11.88”, 14”, 16” (24.1, 30.2, 35.6, 40.6 cm).

Set of scaled dimensioned drawings of I-Beam Wood Floor viewed from the front and plan
Wood Floor - I-Beam
Height:
9.5”, 11.88”, 14”, 16” | 24.1, 30.2, 35.6, 40.6 cm (Beam)
Width:
12”, 16”, 24” | 30.5, 40.6, 61 cm (Spacing)
Length:
12’-32’ | 3.66-9.75 m
Depth:
Weight:
Area:

Subflooring: .75”-1.125” | 1.9-2.9 cm

Flooring: .5”-.75” | 1.3-1.9 cm

Clear Height: 8’-10’ | 2.44-3.05 m (Typical)

Nominal Sizes: 10”, 12”, 14”, 16”

Materials
Lumber flanges; OSB or plywood web

Drawings include:

I-Beam Wood Floor plan (various sizes), elevation

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Wood Floor - Cantilever, Parallel
Scale illustration of Parallel Cantilever Wood Floor compared to other wood floor systems

Parallel cantilever floor framing involves extending joists beyond the structural supports, creating an overhang. This technique capitalizes on the property of materials to resist bending forces, allowing for larger spans and unique architectural designs. In a parallel cantilever with double joist framing, two parallel joists are used side-by-side to increase load-bearing capacity. This allows for better distribution of stresses, enhancing the overall structural stability. Key concepts include the cantilever principle, load distribution, structural stability, and bending stress resistance, which are applied to create functional and aesthetically pleasing structures.

Parallel Cantilever Wood Floors are constructed in a range of sizes with cantilever widths of 40.5”-84.25” (103-214 cm) and depths between 24”-36” (61-91.4 cm). Parallel Cantilever Wood Floors are built with nominal sizes of 2x6, 2x8, 2x10, 2x12.

Group of dimensioned illustrations of Parallel Cantilever Wood Floor seen in elevation and plan
Parallel cantilever floor framing involves extending joists beyond the structural supports, creating an overhang. This technique capitalizes on the property of materials to resist bending forces, allowing for larger spans and unique architectural designs.

Parallel Cantilever Wood Floors are constructed in a range of sizes with cantilever widths of 40.5”-84.25” (103-214 cm) and depths between 24”-36” (61-91.4 cm). Parallel Cantilever Wood Floors are built with nominal sizes of 2x6, 2x8, 2x10, 2x12.

Group of dimensioned illustrations of Parallel Cantilever Wood Floor seen in elevation and plan
Wood Floor - Cantilever, Parallel
Height:
5.5”, 7.25”, 9.25”, 11.25” | 14, 18.4, 23.5, 28.6 cm (Joist)
Width:
40.5”-84.25” | 103-214 cm (Cantilever)
Length:
24”-36” | 61-91.4 cm (Cantilever)
Depth:
Weight:
Area:

Nominal Sizes: 2x6, 2x8, 2x10, 2x12

Materials
Pine, fir and spruce

Drawings include:

Parallel Cantilever Wood Floor plan (various sizes)

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Wood Beam - Cross Laminated Timber (CLT)
Style and size comparison drawing of Cross Laminated Timber Wood Beam compared to other wood beam types

Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) is a wood panel made from gluing together at least three layers of solid-sawn lumber. Each layer of boards is usually oriented perpendicular to adjacent layers and glued on the wide faces of each board, usually in a symmetric way so that the outer layers have the same orientation. An odd number of layers is most common, but there are configurations with even numbers as well. In CLT wood beams, the opposite layers are laid across each other for greater strength and stability, making them ideal for use in high-rise buildings and other structures that require a high degree of structural integrity.

Cross Laminated Timber Wood Beams are available in a range of configurations including 3-Ply, 5-Ply, 7-Ply, and 9-Ply. Cross Laminated Timber Wood Beams have widths from 2’-10’ (61-305 cm), depths between 4”-12” (10.2-30.5 cm), and typical lengths between 16’-48’ (4.88-14.63 m).

Set of scaled dimensioned drawings of Cross Laminated Timber Wood Beam viewed from the front, plan, and side
Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) is a wood panel made from gluing together at least three layers of solid-sawn lumber. Each layer of boards is usually oriented perpendicular to adjacent layers and glued on the wide faces of each board.

Cross Laminated Timber Wood Beams are available in a range of configurations including 3-Ply, 5-Ply, 7-Ply, and 9-Ply. Cross Laminated Timber Wood Beams have widths from 2’-10’ (61-305 cm), depths between 4”-12” (10.2-30.5 cm), and typical lengths between 16’-48’ (4.88-14.63 m).

Set of scaled dimensioned drawings of Cross Laminated Timber Wood Beam viewed from the front, plan, and side
Wood Beam - Cross Laminated Timber (CLT)
Height:
Width:
2’-10’ | 61-305 cm
Length:
16’-48’ | 4.88-14.63 m
Depth:
4”-12” | 10.2-30.5 cm
Weight:
Area:

3-Ply: 4” | 102 mm

5-Ply: 7” | 178 mm

7-Ply: 9” | 229 mm

9-Ply: 12” | 305 mm

Materials
Pine, fir and spruce

Drawings include:

Cross Laminated Timber Wood Beam plan (various sizes), elevation

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