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Forgot about this thread but wanted to close the loop. I did actually build this. Although construction changed from the sketchup plans. Ended up building two end walls (you can see detail in one of the shots below) and then used (3) 2x12 LVLs across the front unsupported span and (1) 2x12...

plan is 2x12 @ 20ft ($26 from home depot). I found a steel beam but it's $250... is it worth the expense? what's the strength comparison of 6" steel vs 12" wood? also found this span table: https://www.decks.com/how-to/40/beam-span-chart-table if I'm reading correctly I think it wants...

ok, here's my third attempt trying to use all the input that you've generously provided. I did price a 6" I beam at a local metal supply. $250 for 20 ft. I tweaked the dimensions some more and will do the full 20 ft wide. For depth I really don't want to go a full 8 ft. So 7'4" is what I'm...

The lower floor is a good idea but I really want a flat floor that I can slide items on/off... having to climb up and pick things up over a ledge is not what I'm looking for. Justind97, the front beam is more shallow because the plan is for it to be metal. I'm assuming metal beams can be less...

38Chevy454, thanks for the reply. This is exactly the kind of feedback I was hoping for and I really appreciate it! :thumbup: here's version 2 which I think/hope is the direction you were pointing me. this design is all wood except for the front beam. still not sure what I should use but I...

here are the pics...

Hi, hoping for some guidance. First let me say that I searched for loft/mezzanine threads on the site and read a ton of them. I still have questions for my situation though. I have a quonset hut style steel shop. 25x40. I have a car that I need to store in it. I realized the other day that...

read up here... https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=236883 I got the c7000 from Big Boys Garage Toys and am loving it. BBGT were great to work with. Highly recommend the lift and BBGT. :beer:

finally got mine installed an operational. only used a couple of times so far but really like it. bought from Big Boys Garage Toys and had a great experience. Really communicative. Answered all my questions, followed up, always available... :beer: I can see already that I will get a long...

Hi Jack, playhouse looks fantastic! I recently watched the "you can only think about one thing" video and really enjoyed it. In it you mention the 14 year journey of going from a 1:56 to, now, a 1:26 at Willows. I'd love to see a video where you take us through that journey. Highlighting key...

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