Unless you're reading this from China, you probably don't have much invested in these markets. Foreigners own just 1.5% of Chinese shares, according to Capital Economics. That number is growing, but only very gradually. 2) For Chinese investors, however, it's been a very wild ride.
(4) You must ensure that a standard toeboard is a minimum of 4 inches nominal in vertical height from its top edge to the level of the floor, platform, runway, or ramp. It must be securely fastened in place and with not more than 1/4-inch clearance above floor level.
The total height will be the nominal size of your floor joists, ie; 6 is actually 5 1/2, and 8 is actually 7 1/4, plus your subfloor which is usually 3/4 plywood or OSB, plus your finished ceiling which is usually 1/2 or 5/8 drywall.Source(s): National Building Code.Building Inspector Â· 9 years ago.est Answer: Use the span tables out of your local Building Code to determine the size of the joists you will require in relation to the span between supports. The National Building Code permits 2x6 @ 16 c/c to span 9' 5. If your span is greater you will most likely need 2x8 or 2x10.