{"product_id":"simpson-strong-tie-zmax-galvanized-face-mount-joist-hanger-for-2x6-lus26z","title":"Simpson Strong-Tie ZMAX Galvanized Face-Mount Joist Hanger for 2x6 (LUS26Z)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Treated Lumber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe ZMAX finish gives the Simpson Strong-Tie LUS26Z face-mount joist hanger added corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood work, where standard galvanized hardware is not always the right call.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-Shear Strength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThis hanger uses double-shear nailing to spread load through two points on each joist nail. That means a strong wood-to-wood connection with fewer nails and a faster install.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/tool-free-change.svg\" alt=\"tool-free-change\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaster Positioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eSpeed prongs help hold the hanger in place while you start fastening. In real framing work, that makes layout and installation easier, especially when you are working alone or overhead.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie LUS26Z face-mount joist hanger\u003c\/strong\u003e is a light-duty wood connector made for securing nominal 2x6 members in wood-framed construction. This is a \u003cstrong\u003eface-mount joist hanger designed for supporting a joist from a header or beam in wood-to-wood framing\u003c\/strong\u003e. Model Number: \u003cstrong\u003eLUS26Z\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you need a common-size hanger that installs quickly, fits standard framing work, and gives you extra corrosion resistance for exterior or treated-lumber jobs, this is the right type of connector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eWhat matters most here is how the LUS design works on the job. Simpson's double-shear nailing setup distributes the load through two points on each joist nail, which helps deliver a strong connection while reducing the total number of nails compared to more basic hanger styles. That means less time fastening and less fighting the connector in tight framing bays. It is one of the reasons this series is used so often for decks, additions, general framing, and repair work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe LUS26Z is made from 18-gauge steel and sized at 1 9\/16 inches wide, 4 3\/4 inches high, with a 1 3\/4 inch seat depth. Those numbers matter because they tell you this hanger is built around common nominal 2x lumber dimensions, not oddball framing. The face-mount format keeps installation straightforward, and the formed seat gives the joist a solid bearing point instead of asking the fasteners to do all the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAnother practical feature is the built-in speed prongs. They temporarily position and secure the connector before full fastening, which is exactly the kind of small detail that saves time when you are laying out multiple hangers on a header. Instead of holding the hanger, the joist, and a fastener all at once, you can get the piece located, then move on to final fastening. On repetitive framing work, that adds up fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eFor jobsite conditions, the ZMAX coating is the big differentiator on this model. Simpson lists this finish for extra corrosion resistance, and Lowe's specifically calls out exterior and treated-wood applications. If you are working with pressure-treated material, exposed framing, or deck structures where moisture and preservatives are part of the equation, the coating matters. This is not just a color difference. It is the reason to choose the \u003cstrong\u003eZ\u003c\/strong\u003e version over a standard galvanized option when the environment is tougher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eInstallation flexibility is another plus. This hanger is intended for wood-to-wood connections and can be installed with 10d common nails or #9 x 2-1\/2 inch Strong-Drive SD connector screws. That gives you options based on the job and inspection requirements. Simpson also notes that LUS hangers are tested, load rated, and code compliant, and that the connector should not be modified. In plain terms: install it as designed, use the specified fasteners, and let the connector do the work it was engineered to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAs for fit, Lowe's lists this model with a common measurement of 2-inch by 6-inch and notes a maximum size of 2x8 and minimum size of 2x6. The strong tie product table for LUS26Z confirms the dimensional profile for the LUS26Z variant. For most buyers, the main takeaway is simple: this is a standard face-mount hanger for common framing lumber, not an adjustable bracket and not something you bend to make fit. Simpson explicitly says it cannot be modified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eWho should buy it? Contractors building decks, remodelers tying in new floor framing, carpenters doing repairs, and serious DIY users who want the right connector instead of a shortcut. If you are hanging joists from a wood header and want a corrosion-resistant 2x6 hanger from a manufacturer that engineers and tests these connections for real structural use, the Simpson Strong-Tie LUS26Z face-mount joist hanger makes a lot of sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-1\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFaster Joist Layout and Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ssttoolbox.widen.net\/content\/rf1wkttrhk\/jpeg\/C_LUS26-2Z_InstPho_Pho_Instld_Light-U-Hanger-DoubleShear-PTW_C0.jpeg?position=c\u0026amp;color=ffffffff\u0026amp;u=cjmyin\" alt=\"Simpson Strong-Tie LUS26Z face-mount joist hanger installed on treated wood, supporting a joist at a header connection in exterior framing\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThis style of hanger is built for repetitive framing work where speed matters. Once the hanger is positioned, the formed seat supports the joist cleanly and keeps the connection consistent from one bay to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eSpeed prongs temporarily hold the connector in place for easier setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eFace-mount design keeps installation straightforward on wood headers and beams\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-2\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExtra Protection for Exterior Work\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ssttoolbox.widen.net\/content\/tt7u2e0ghc\/jpeg\/C_LUSZ_InstPho_Pho_Instl_Light-U-Hanger-DoubleShear-SD-ConnectorScrew_C0.jpeg?position=c\u0026amp;color=ffffffff\u0026amp;u=cjmyin\" alt=\"Simpson Strong-Tie LUS26Z joist hanger fastened to exterior framing lumber with connector screws on a deck or outdoor wood structure\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe ZMAX finish is the reason many buyers choose this version. When the framing is outside or built from treated lumber, the added corrosion resistance is worth paying attention to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eZMAX galvanization is specified for extra corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eSuitable for exterior and treated-wood applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-3\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStrong Connection Without Extra Fuss\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ssttoolbox.widen.net\/content\/fpbafzishl\/jpeg\/C_LUSZ_InstPho_Pho_Instl_Light-U-Hanger-DoubleShear_C0.jpeg?position=c\u0026amp;color=ffffffff\u0026amp;u=cjmyin\" alt=\"Face-mounted wood joist connection using a Simpson Strong-Tie LUS26Z style hanger between framing members on a clean lumber assembly\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThis connector is widely used because it solves a basic structural task in a simple, repeatable way. The double-shear nailing pattern helps create a strong connection while keeping the install efficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003ePatented double-shear nailing design provides greater strength with fewer nails\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eDesigned for wood-to-wood framing connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-4\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFits Common Framing Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ssttoolbox.widen.net\/content\/klefeqli7c\/jpeg\/C_LUS_InstIll_Ill_Instld_Light-U-Hanger-DoubleShear-Truss_C0.jpeg?position=c\u0026amp;color=ffffffff\u0026amp;u=cjmyin\" alt=\"Illustration showing LUS series face-mount hanger placement in wood framing and truss-style structural applications\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe LUS series is meant for a wide range of standard lumber connections, which is why it shows up so often in residential and light commercial wood framing. It is a practical choice when you need a code-recognized connector for everyday joist support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eDesigned for common lumber sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eTested, load rated, and code compliant when installed as specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eTool Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eFace-Mount Joist Hanger\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eGauge\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e18 ga\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eWidth (in)\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1 9\/16 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eHeight (in)\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e4 3\/4 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eSeat Depth (in)\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1 3\/4 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eZMAX\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eMaterials Connected\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eWood to Wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eRecommended Nominal Joist Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e2x6\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eFraming Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eDesigned for wood-to-wood connections in wood-framed construction.\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/size.svg\" alt=\"size\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eMember Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eSized for nominal 2x6 framing. Lowe's also lists a minimum size of 2x6 and maximum size of 2x8 for this model listing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eFasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eInstall with 10d common nails or #9 x 2-1\/2 in Strong-Drive SD connector screws, as listed by Lowe's.\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eCarpentry\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDeck Framing\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRemodeling\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eWood Framing Repairs\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDIY \/ Hobbyist\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eIf you are tying pressure-treated joists into an exterior header, the ZMAX version is the smarter buy over a basic galvanized hanger. Also, do not bend tabs or modify the connector to make it fit. Simpson specifically says this hanger is not meant to be modified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-warranty\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/warranty.svg\" alt=\"warranty\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-text\"\u003e\n          Limited lifetime warranty.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie LUS26Z Face-Mount Joist Hanger for Real-World Framing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis is the kind of connector you buy when you want the right hanger, the right coating, and none of the guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Framers, deck builders, remodelers, and serious DIY users working with wood headers and nominal 2x6 joists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e The double-shear nailing design and speed prongs make installation faster, and the ZMAX finish makes this version the better pick for exterior and treated-lumber jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is not an adjustable bracket. Buy the right size, use the specified fasteners, and do not modify the hanger in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Simpson Strong-Tie LUS26Z used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a face-mount joist hanger used to connect and support a wood joist from a wood header or beam in wood-framed construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan this hanger be modified or bent to fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Simpson states that LUS-series hangers cannot be modified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a good choice for treated lumber or exterior framing?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The ZMAX finish is intended to provide extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat fasteners can be used with this hanger?\u003c\/strong\u003e Lowe's lists 10d common nails or #9 x 2-1\/2 inch Strong-Drive SD connector screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Simpson Strong-Tie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52999303594278,"sku":"LUS26Z","price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/LUS26Z_00044315734403_Product_Photo_01_e7b030e7-9c37-44c9-b010-43b61cf88be2.jpg?v=1779135462","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/simpson-strong-tie-zmax-galvanized-face-mount-joist-hanger-for-2x6-lus26z","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}