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Step 4b. Footrest option #2
The footrests for option #2 are the same as in option #1 (shown on the previous page) except each footrest has ONLY ONE HOLE instead of two.
They also have a metal ‘wrapA cover or protection such as a building paper that envelops the exterior walls or roof frame prior to the cladding being fixed. Reduces air movement and helps avoid the risk of water ingress. around’ plateThe top or bottom horizontal framing member of the wall. which is a made out of a galvanizedCovered with a protective coating of zinc. joistOne of a series of parallel members used to support the floor. Part of the framing that provides the structure for a floor. hanger that has had its angled sides made flat.
For each option #2 footrest use a 2″ x 5″ (50 mmAbbreviation for millimeter which is a metric unit of length equal to one thousandth of a meter. 25.4 mm equals one inch. x 125mm) galvanized joist hanger. If you can only purchase longer joist hangers, then cut to suit.
Straighten the sides as shown in the photos below.
It is then a matter of fixing the joist hangers to the top of the footrests. Wrap each joist hanger around a leg (loosely) and nailA short nail with a large flat head used for securing roofing felt, plasterboard, sheet metal to wood etc. the sides of the joist hanger to the top of a footrest as shown in the photos below. Ensure that the footrest is able to slide with ease, up and down the stilt leg.
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