From the Ground Up: Framing

Where to Find It

Engineered lumber:
Wood I-Beam joists, G-P Lam LVL beams
Georgia Pacific Corp.
Atlanta, GA
www.gp.com

Cordless framing nailer:
Model IMTC
Paslode
800-682-3428
www.paslode.com

Metal hangers and ties:
Simpson Strong-tie Co.
Dublin, CA
800-999-5099
www.strongtie.com

Foam adhesive:
Pur Stick
Todal Products, Inc.
Natick, MA
508-651-3818

Super studs:
TrusJoint
Weyerhaeuser
800-628-3997
www.trusjoist.com

Tenacious Nails:
Sheather plus
Bostitch
800-556-6696
www.stanleybostitch.com