Are joist hangers suitable for both indoor and outdoor projects?

Joist hangers are highly versatile fasteners and can be used for both indoor and outdoor projects.

They are primarily designed to securely and firmly connect joists, typically in a T or L arrangement. This makes them very useful for numerous timber construction projects, both inside the home and outdoors, for example when building a carport, pergola, or terrace.

• Indoor projects: Indoors, joist hangers can be used, for example, for installing partition walls, stabilizing rafters, or creating supports in an attic conversion.
• Outdoor projects: Outdoors, they are particularly useful for deck and pergola construction, for reinforcing fences, gates, and signs, or even for building a treehouse or playhouse for children.

Most joist hangers are made of galvanized steel, making them resistant to rust and corrosion – a clear advantage for outdoor projects. It is always important to choose the right model for the specific project and the specific type of joist.