Joist Holder

Ellis Manufacturing Co. Joist Holders are the best way to secure 4x4 or 6x6 nominal posts to 2x joists.  Ellis Joist Holders come accommodate single 2x joists, double 2x joists, or triple 2x joists. Stabilize joists. Specifications Excellent when used to secure 4x4 or 6x6 post to joist in crawl space under houses.  "U" shaped bracket on top fits any 2x joist / beam to create extreme lateral support. Square tube on bottom allows 4x4 or 6x6 shore lumber to fit securely. Use 1" screws to secure through any of 12 screw holes. If you are looking to support 4x4 or 4x6 beams see the Ellis Manufacturing Beam Holder. Specifications Below are detailed diagrams of each Ellis Joist Holder or "saddle" and a detailed drawing of each Joist Holder in use.  All "in use" drawings show the use of Ellis 4x4 Screw Jacks or Ellis 6x6 Screw Jacks. Joist Holder (JH-4) Double Joist Holder 4x4 (JHD-4) Triple Joist Holder 4x4 (JHT-4) Joist Holder 6x6 (JH-6) Double Joist Holder 6x6 (JHD-6) Triple Joist Holder 6x6 (JHT-6)