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Sharing a Post Between 2 Beams (Deck)
I presume you're talking about the diagonal beam meeting the "north/south" beam (since I don't see anything that looks like parallel/perpendicular at a post).
You can use joist hangers - put ...
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Is a free standing patio roof a bad idea?
The traditional way to build a deck is extremely securely attached to the house and with a very strong foundation for the support columns. That is a must for safety when the floor is a few meters ...
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I need help on an issue with the roof of my porch I'm designing
What you propose in the drawings CAN be allowed if it is designed and or signed off by an engineer.
Try finding a draftsman in your area that can draw the plans and have them certified by an engineer. ...
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Loft bed design question
I see two possible solutions:
(1) Move the leg a little to the inside of the bed itself, say 8" to the inside.
(2) Nail/screw a 2x4 against the wall, nailed to the studs. Then have the bed rest ...
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Looking for suggestions on how to re-arrange this kitchen layout, refrigerator too close to window
Change the 27" upper (Yellow) to a 24" Change the 18" base to a 15"
Your refrigerator is now 3 inches from the window.
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Will using a 4 x 4 instead of a 2 x 6 for a deck truss without compromising deck strengh
A 2x6 is almost 70% more rigid than a 4x4 in the vertical axis. A 4x4 might not provide enough rigidity.
If the clearance is that important an issue, use a single metal beam for that location. You'll ...
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