Do we need collar ties at the highest point where addition meets shop wall?
Is one top plate good enough on wall receiving 2X4?
2006-09-28 02:07:17 · 7 answers · asked by cowgirl 6 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Minnesota. Slope to the North.
2006-09-28 02:19:12 · update #1
1 good solid plate,use collar ties, use 2x6. unless ure going to support the roof in the middle.
2006-09-28 02:23:24 · answer #1 · answered by enord 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would use color ties for stability. also 2x4's will work but 2x6's are much better if you get a lot of snow in the winter. Also use treated lumber. It's a little more expensive but you won't have to keep replacing rotted board. I would also make the space between the rafters 16" not 24". have fun and good luck
2006-09-28 02:59:13 · answer #2 · answered by Estella S 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Here in Maine I would use at least a 2 x 6 with a 16 on center spacing for a 16 foot or less span, because we get a lot of snow. If you pick up a 14 or 16 foot 2 x 4, it is pretty wobbly. If you are set on 24oc, then my suggestion would be to go with 2 x 8's. Collar ties will help hold the addition to the existing, and provide a ceiling. I would secure them to the existing with joist hangers. Two top plates are necessary in framing to tie the corners together by over-lapping the joints....I would do this for sure.
2006-09-28 02:31:19 · answer #3 · answered by furniture_pc 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Is it good enough? I would say go with every one here's recommendations, 2X6's on 16 inch centers with a 3/4 ply roof and a single top plate should suffice if you use lag bolts to the shop walls, and collar ties, overkill is always better.
2006-09-28 03:01:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Too bad you didn't add location detail as opposed to stating type of construction.
Certainly if it's not meant to be occupied, or hold anything of real value, or sentiment, 2 x 4's might be adequate.
I'd liklely use a double ledger at the high point, pre made ties, birds mouth cuts at the outside wall, and 3/4 ply for the roof.
Not knowing,,,again,,, the conditions in winter, you might consider 2 x 6,,,however you might also have permit and code issues?
Rev. Steven
2006-09-28 02:14:07 · answer #5 · answered by DIY Doc 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
When you need 3 X 5
2016-03-18 02:16:19 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you dont intend on going up on the roof to repair it at any time sure. If you are going to need access to that roof to reshingle or repair I personally would use 2x6 instead and put in a couple of off-set lat boards to sturdy your rafters if you run them 24" on center.
2006-09-28 02:23:29 · answer #7 · answered by loose kannen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tis better to add 10% to the material cost than it is to redo everything. wet snow is the demon.
2006-09-28 04:08:55 · answer #8 · answered by zocko 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋