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    Need Recommendations for Storage Loft Rafter Demensions

    I like both of these ideas. I did plan on using a rafter against the end walls and attaching them to each stud. I will probably double the beam furthest from the wall and add blocking between the rafters (with joist hangers). I appreciate everyone's input and suggestions. I will post a few more...
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    Need Recommendations for Storage Loft Rafter Demensions

    I certainly appreciate the compliments. on the roof design. I actually built the first side wall, and stood it up, and I just didn't like the shape of the roof line. So, I laid it back down and spent a couple of hours with a ruler and several pieces of paper coming up with a design I was happy...
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    Need Recommendations for Storage Loft Rafter Demensions

    Ah, good idea. Thanks Nowater. Doubling the beams may be the way to go. But, why the plywood in the middle? I built my headers that way, but only so they would be the same 3 1/2" thickness as the studs. I'm not overly concerned about giving up storage space to make the beams as strong as they...
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    Need Recommendations for Storage Loft Rafter Demensions

    Thanks Joe. I appreciate that link.
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    Need Recommendations for Storage Loft Rafter Demensions

    I am in the final stages of building my workshop. It is 24 ft x 16 ft, on concrete slab, with a gambrel roof. I have designed and built the entire structure. I finished all of the external trim today. Now I just need to finish caulking and paint it before winter (still have plenty of time in...
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    To Coat or Not to Coat, That Is The Question

    Thanks for everyone's feedback. It is appreciated. Now I just have to decide which route I want to go.
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    To Coat or Not to Coat, That Is The Question

    Thanks for the link. I really appreciate it, and that gives me some really valuable feedback. I want my workshop to be a workshop, and not have to worry about it. It looks like your floor cleans up just fine, given the "abuse" it takes.
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    To Coat or Not to Coat, That Is The Question

    Thanks. That is along the lines of what I have in mind, too. I do plan on using a high quality 100% solids epoxy in my garage. Do you have a Shelby (like your name implies)? I have a 2007 Shelby GT500, red with white stripes. :3gears:
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    To Coat or Not to Coat, That Is The Question

    I've been a member here for a long time, and done plenty of lurking and reading, but haven't posted much. I've read just about every thread I can find regarding epoxy floor coatings. I am in the finishing stages of a 24' x 16' workshop, and trying to decide on floor coating. Currently the floor...
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    Epoxy questions - new floor

    I just want to follow this thread. I've been a member here for a long time, but don't post much. But, I also have the same questions. I am in the finishing stages of 24' x 16' workshop, and trying to decide on floor coating. In my case it will only be a workshop. The plan is to move all of my...
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