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Thanks Catlad, I can't bring posts in a metre as I'm going to be using existing posts to tie to, I'm happy to bulk up to 5x2 or even 6x2, plan on having a double wall plate to tie to then a single or maybe double plate at the bottom with a slight over hang of polycarbonate with a gutter at the...

it's actually just some advice on the construction I'm after, whether the timber I'm using is substantial enough, and if the spacing I'm planning for the joists/trusses is ok? Cheers, Ian

It's James and I'm a train driver, thanks for your constructive input into this thread Andy

There will be a 2 to 3 ft gap above the fence as well btw.

Yeah, I was thinking 4 or 5x2 by 4.8m timbers, with dwangs/noggins for strength, was just wondering if 600 centres would be strong/close enough for what I'm trying to do. My biggest worry is movement from wind as it'll be totally open on 2 sides, with my 6ft boundary fence at right angles to my...

Currently trying to upgrade my house that jack built.

I'm looking for some advice, I'm going to build a lean to, to have a covered area in my garden. I was wondering if 600 centres would be sufficient. The area is 4.8x 4.8 and I'm planning on using twin walled polycarbonate for the roof so I've got light coming through.