observation is more complicated.
Jim Wilson wrote:
> Is there a definitive reference stating that steel straps are okay to
> be placed over wall sheathing and not directly to the studs before the
> sheathing is installed? I've googled it, I've called Simpson and I've
> tried to look to the APA but I can only find indirect statements about it.
>
> Simpson does mention that different nail sizes can be used for the
> different installation methods. That isn't generic enough for the
> condition.
>
> Thanks,
> Jim Wilson, PE
> Stroudsburg, PA
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