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    leems1980 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Aug 5, 2008, 03:46 PM
    Cantalever floors
    Im building a deck using 2*10 floor joists at twelve inch centers. What is the total amount of cantilever I'm allowed to use? Can I have a 4ft cantilever?
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    Aug 5, 2008, 08:25 PM
    I do not have the calculations but with 12" centers you should be good. Just don't encourage your heavier friends to gather around the railing for a beer.
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