{"title":"Mending Plates \u0026 Tie Straps","description":"\u003cp\u003eReinforce suitable joints, splices, and framing connections with the Mending Plates \u0026amp; Tie Straps collection at FixTimber. Explore flat mending plates, splice plates, straight straps, tension ties, framing straps, and multipurpose metal connectors for wood repairs, furniture, gates, fences, sheds, decks, and selected framing applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMending plates are commonly used to align or reinforce adjoining wooden pieces across a joint, while tie straps may connect members over a longer distance or help resist specified tension and uplift forces. Products differ in length, width, thickness, hole pattern, finish, corrosion protection, and documented load capacity. Light-duty repair plates and rated structural straps can look similar but are not interchangeable, making it important to review the stated application.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstall each plate or strap flat against sound wood and use the fastener type, size, quantity, and hole locations identified by the manufacturer. Avoid positioning fasteners too close to split edges or damaged areas, and do not cut, bend, stack, or alter rated hardware unless expressly permitted. Exterior exposure and treated lumber may require compatible corrosion-resistant coatings. Mending hardware cannot make decayed, crushed, or severely fractured wood structurally sound. Repairs involving framing, roofs, decks, beams, or load-bearing splices should be based on an appropriate repair design and may require professional evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/fixtimber.us\/collections\/mending-plates-tie-straps.oembed","provider":"FixTimber","version":"1.0","type":"link"}