Recent content by kz.1

Thanks for the response. Not without affecting the pitch and having to take out a squillion screws. I'll just put them between the rafters before I do that though.

I was soooo trying to avoid doing that. :ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO:

That is some helpful info. Thanks. The lean-to is just the roof with no enclosed sides, so I don't know if condensation would be a problem. Heat is an issue to consider here in FL. The wind is another, so I thought purlins would strengthen the structure.

Thanks for the reply. Everything I could come up with searching for information says that purlins are a must. If it ever stops raining around here, I'll remeasure the clearance to see if I can squeeze a 1x4 in there or use a flashing to transfer the water from the shop roof to the lean-to. That...

LOL. Thanks. You can't beat a guarantee like that!

Greetings. It sounds like a nice-sized barndominium! I'm looking forward to seeing some pics of the finished product. My sister sold her farm not too far from you a couple of years ago. She was on Paint Rock Valley Rd. She's in N. Florida is with me now, and she misses the rural setting but not...

Thanks. I was trying to avoid installing between the rafters but that's looking like the best option at this point. Live and learn I suppose. LOL I appreciate the information.

I'm building a lean-to that is 7.5' wide with rafters on 16" spacing. I messed up when placing the rafters by not allowing enough room for a 2x4 purlin plus the tin on top of the rafters, and it still fit under the existing roof for drainage purposes. Can I place the purlin on the bottom side of...

71-year-old DIYer with questions. Currently building a lean-to and have a question about purlins.