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#295 09/24/02 06:24 PM
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I am building a timberframe porch (not heated). I plan on using tongue & groove pine (1.125" thick) nailed directly onto the trusses and purlins. On top of the t&g, 3/4" plywood, roofing felt, then shingles. I need to span areas as large as 48" x 72". Roof pitch is 12-12. Is there a table on maximum span for roofing materials or does anyone have any recommendations?

#296 10/13/02 01:13 PM
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For porches we usually space the rafters or purlins at a maximum of 4'-0" O.C., and then apply 2x6 T&G decking and then 3/4" T&G exterior sheathing over that.


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