The distance between the rafters in the roof construction usually decides the size of the windows if cutting them and install- ing trimmers is not an option. Therefore, first check whether the position chosen and size of the roof windows fit into the existing roof construction or if rafters will...
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The. 8x2 combo beam is against a wall however not attached. It is supported by two columns of the same make up, at each end. These columns are attached to the front (low end ) beam by diagonal braces.
The structure is a free standing timber frame with a lean to roof.
The low...
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I'm currently building an extension with a lean to.
The rafters will be spanning 3.3m at an angle of 18 degrees.
The high end of the rafters will sit on a beam spanning 6.5m. I intend to combine 8x2 s to form an 8x8. Fully pinned with coach bolts at 400mm centres. The roof will be Kent...