Installation
A full 1-1/8" edge surface allows for quick installation with virtually no risk of splitting. Installation of RIMBOARDs requires 8d common or ring-shank nails.*
 
  • I-Joist - drive 1 nail into the top flange and 1 into the bottom flange
  • Plate - toe-nail RIMBOARD at 6" on centre to wall plates
  • Floor Deck - space fasteners at 6" on centre
  • Ledger - use 1/2 " lag screws and ensure they completely penetrate RIMBOARD. Please refer to building code requirements for number and placement of lag screws.
  • Starter Joist - when RIMBOARDs are used as starter joists to maintain the vertical loading, there are several installation options, such as blocking (maximum 24" o.c.), double up the RIMBOARDs, or place an I-JOIST adjacent to the RIMBOARD. Please consult your designer for the appropriate option and details for your application
    RIMBOARD is designed to span openings of 4' or less.
* A larger nail size may be required by some I-JOIST manufacturers.




RIMBOARD from Norbord is a certified "Green Approved Product" for the National Green Building Standard