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8 years ago
whats max dist of posts for 4x6 beam with double 2x4 plate on top
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6 years ago
Based on a 16"o.c. joist or rafter load above, 3-1/2' to 4'. A "beam" is usually comprised of 2 sticks rather than just one and yes 2 is better than 1. See this very useful Span chart -
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or 1 of these Span Calculators here -
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and here
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