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Started by ktm250rider, April 21, 2015, 03:33:46 PM

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ktm250rider

Im thinking of having a go at timber framing my wood shed.  Looking to go 12x24x10.  My OWB will be on one end partially under cover.   Gable roof would be 6-12 pitch with 2x8's.  I was thinking of using 8x8 lumber for all the components and perhaps 6x6 for the braces. Target is to be completed by fall of this year ready for winter burning season.

Are the 8x8's overkill?

Jim_Rogers

It all depends...... what is your snow load? where are you?
6x6 braces is overkill. 4x6 is usual

Jim Rogers
Whatever you do, have fun doing it!
Woodmizer 1994 LT30HDG24 with 6' Bed Extension

ktm250rider

Canterbury NH
not sure on actual spec but I think its 40 psf but I could be confusing it with something else.

beenthere

ktm
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tks
south central Wisconsin
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WmFritz

A simple sketch posted up would help. Post spacing will determine beam sizes and such.
Plus, we love pictures.  ;D
~Bill

2012 Homebuilt Bandmill
1959 Detroit built Ferguson TO35

shinnlinger

If you post in the middle I see no reason why 6x6 wouldn't be enough but 7x7 or bigger looks more "proper" IMO.  Metal roofing will help too.  5x3 braces.  If your gunna build it, overbuild it.   When in doubt, build it stout...
Shinnlinger
Woodshop teacher, pasture raised chicken farmer
34 horse kubota L-2850, Turner Band Mill, '84 F-600,
living in self-built/milled timberframe home

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