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    Sep 19, 2009, 09:06 AM
    How to sister a rafter
    Can someone post a picture or describe this process
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    Sep 19, 2009, 09:14 AM

    What is 'sistering a rafter'. Please explain

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    Sep 19, 2009, 08:07 PM

    You put another rafter up along side and nail them together. A couple of nails about every two feet.
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    Sep 19, 2009, 08:28 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by hkstroud View Post
    You put another rafter up along side and nail them together. A couple of nails about every two feet.
    Thanks hk for explaining. Is that done if the proper size of rafter isn't available ?

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    Sep 19, 2009, 10:46 PM

    No, it is usually done to replace or repair defective or damaged structural member.
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