The DTB-TZ Deck Tie Back provides positive anchorage between the deck framing and the exterior wall with a load carrying capacity that exceeds building code requirements. The DTB-TZ can also be used to reinforce the connection between the rail post and the deck.Click to see full answer. Correspondingly, what does a deck tension tie do?ADTT-TZ is an Adjustable Deck Tension Tie designed to effectively transfer the out of plane lateral loads of the deck to the house structure. Features: Exceeds “Hold-Down Device” requirements per 2015 IRC, Section 507.2. 4 • Adjustable design allows lag screw installation at variable distance below deck joist.Likewise, what is a lateral load connection? The lateral-load connection from Simpson Strong-Tie consists of two DTT2Z Deck Tension Ties—one screwed to the deck joist, the other to the house joist. Access is drilled through the ledger connection to allow passage of a rigid threaded rod that connects the two ties. In this way, what is a tension tie? Tension ties are a time-saving solution for resisting tension loads in vertical and horizontal applications. Fastened with nails, they are simpler and faster to install than traditional holdowns.How do you brace a deck swaying?All decks using horizontal decking should have a diagonal sway brace to prevent racking. You may install a metal “T” brace, which is a long metal strip diagonally across the top of the joists, or install a diagonal deck board across the bottom of the deck frame. Decks using diagonal decking do not require sway bracing.