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    Jan 24, 2007, 08:14 AM
    Rafters - beams
    I have a home that is a post and beam frame. Can I replace the second story beams with rafters from the ridge to the plate at the same points as the beams?
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    Jan 24, 2007, 03:55 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by shaw790
    i have a home that is a post and beam frame. can i replace the second story beams with rafters from the ridge to the plate at the same points as the beams?
    No , you absolutely should not.
    Your question needs to provide much more information.
    Firstly , what are you trying to accomplish?
    Why would these beams , which are a horizontally installed piece , need to be replaced?
    Your question , in of itself , raises serious questions.
    Anything structural should be discussed first with the appropriate engineer , or architect , or very experienced building contractor
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