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INTRODUCTION TO WALL BRACING

Proper wall bracing is critical in the design of any home. It is critical not only because it increases life safety and adds to the overall structural quality of a house, but because the code requires it. Current code for wall bracing can be complex, the International Residential Code (IRC) has a number of provisions which must be followed.

Whether you're building, designing, inspecting, or even buying a home, Weyerhaeuser can help you understand why bracing is important and how to find the best solution to get the job done.

In the Bracing Basics section we will explore the fundamentals of wall bracing.

To find specific information regarding conventional wall bracing and requirements, go to Conventional Wall Bracing.

Weyerhaeuser has a portfolio of solutions that satisfies wall bracing requirements. Go to Weyerhaeuser Wall Bracing Solutions to learn more.

WALL BRACING TOPICS

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Bracing Basics

What is wall bracing? Weyerhaeuser helps take the mystery out of wall bracing and provides an overview of common bracing basics.
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Conventional Wall Bracing

In markets where a design professional of record is not required, it is useful to understand the various methods of lateral bracing and how to apply the IRC rules. In this section, we dive into the details and provide examples.
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Weyerhaeuser Wall Bracing Solutions

Here you will find the products and the solutions that address both prescriptive and engineered approaches to wall bracing.

LITERATURE

The Right Support Opens Up the Possibilities
Explains the benefits of using Weyerhaeuser Wall Bracing solutions.
TJ-8620 Shear Brace Specifier's Guide
Technical information for specifying Weyerhaeuser Shear Braces
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