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Floor Joist Bracing Prevents Floor Squeaks and Reduces Floor Deflection By Mark J. Donovan In order to stiffen up a floor and prevent floor joists from flexing and twisting when put under heavy load floor joist bracing is employed. Floor joist bracing also helps to reduce squeaks and floor deflection. There are two main types of floor joist bracing employed. Solid blocking and cross bracing (X bracing). Solid blocking provides the most support in preventing floor joists from flexing, however they can become impediments for running electrical wire and plumbing…https://homeadditionplus.com/dev/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Floor_Joist_Cross_Bracing.jpg640480