Cullen Technical Guide 2026

Floors

HUH (I–Joist Applications) Heavy Universal Hanger Standard Installation Instructions – I–Joist Header without Backer Block

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Wipe over top tabs to give a flush fit to the joist.

Nail top tabs into top flange of joist – Min 2No 3.4 x 35mm square twist nails into rear ply and 1No 3.4 x 35mm square twist nail into front ply per leg.

Position hanger flush with underside of joist.

Face nail to top and bottom flanges using 14No 3.4 x 35mm square twist nails in total.

Enhanced Installation Instructions – I–Joist Header with Backer Block

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Nail top tabs into top flange of joist – Min 2No 3.4 x 35mm square twist nails into rear ply and 1No 3.4 x 35mm square twist nail into front ply per leg.

Fill all round and triangular nail holes to header and backer face with 3.4 x 35mm square twist nails.

Wipe over top tabs to give a flush fit to the joist.

Position hanger flush with underside of joist.

Backer block installed as per I–Joist manufacturer’s guidelines.

HUH-W-220-235 Installation Guidance Top Flange Nailing

1. Diamond nail holes are to be nailed for joist depths <= 225mm​ 2. Circular holes are to be nailed for joist depths >225mm ​​ *All circular holes on the face of the header must be nailed as standard, excluding the HUH-W-220-235 with joists over 225mm deep, where 6 circular holes at the top flange are replaced by 6 diamond holes.​ *Triangular holes are for Enhanced Installations

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