Finger-jointed studs are just another way in which Universal makes the most of every piece of wood. Finger-jointed studs are made by bonding shorter sections of lumber into longer lumber using structural, water-resistant adhesives. The use of shorter segments reduces warping and adds strength. Made for vertical use only, these studs can be used interchangeably with unjointed studs.
Universal offers an extensive mix of finger-jointed studs made from SPF or SYP, in lengths ranging from seven feet to twelve feet. The studs are available in any precision-end-trimmed length you need.
Tested and Approved
The quality of Universal’s finger-jointed studs is assured, because
the studs must comply with visual grade rules and undergo regular
testing within the plant. They are sampled during production several
times per shift and tested for bond strength and adhesive durability.
The grades for these studs are based on the same rules as those for unjointed lumber. Design values are also the same. But the wood in the joints actually meets stricter requirements—our structural finger joints must exhibit strength values that are more than twice the design value for the grade.
SBCCI, BOCA, ICBO, and CABO all accept the use of structurally finger-jointed lumber for building design in the U.S.