Size of beam

Maren Posts: 1, Reputation: 1

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Mar 28, 2007, 08:32 PM

Size of beam

How big a beam do I need for a span of 12 feet, for a patio roof?

whailey Posts: 17, Reputation: 2

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Mar 28, 2007, 09:10 PM

Ask lumber yard about a 4/8 treated. Believe that is correct.

jimbobcooley Posts: 9, Reputation: 1

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Mar 30, 2007, 08:37 AM

What will your spacing be?

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