Hi all, Will be framing for a set of 3 windows installed side-by-side with 3 transom windows above (6 windows total). I'd like to use 1 header over the entire set with single 2x4s between each window. Maybe this is common and perfectly fine, or maybe it changes the way the header is going to...

I am converting an attached garage into a formal dining area. The garage is on the other side of the end wall of the house where the living room and kitchen are. The garage was 2 steps down from the kitchen. I have replaced the garage door with 2 windows and raised the floor 9" using 2x8s on 16"...

we are removing a load bearing wall of a stick built house it is an 18 foot span. We are going to us 2) 2x12 LVLs is this enough or should we use 3. the roof is not supported by the walls.

Hello all. I have a 4-ply micro-lam beam that I need to assemble. The completed beam will measure 14 foot in span, and 14 inches in height. Since it is a 4-ply, it will be about 6-7 inches wide (I'm not at home now, so I can't measure and give exact dimensions). I was told that the way to...

What is the usual span for two 2x8 nailed side by side. Im building a new deck 24' x 24' I don't know if I need this much support (2x8) nailed side by sdie