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What is the minimum nailing requirement for 16 mm (5/8 inch) plywood subflooring to joists, as per typical code?

Typical building codes require nails (or screws) for subflooring to be spaced at 6 inches (150mm) on center along the supported edges and 12 inches (300mm) on c

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Question: What is the minimum nailing requirement for 16 mm (5/8 inch) plywood subflooring to joists, as per typical code?

Answer options: ✅ 6 inch (150 mm) on center at edges, 12 inch (300 mm) on center in field.

  • 4 inch (100 mm) on center at edges, 8 inch (200 mm) on center in field.
  • 8 inch (200 mm) on center throughout.
  • 10 inch (250 mm) on center at edges, 16 inch (400 mm) on center in field.

Correct answer: 6 inch (150 mm) on center at edges, 12 inch (300 mm) on center in field.

Explanation: Typical building codes require nails (or screws) for subflooring to be spaced at 6 inches (150mm) on center along the supported edges and 12 inches (300mm) on center in the field to ensure adequate fastening and prevent movement.

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