Roofbar connector to prop legs in mine support porch sets used in roadways is in two parts which are screwed home from the sides onto the bar and prop so as to grasp round the prop head. Projections are fitted to the flanges of the connector parts so as to bear against the stay part...
To frame the openings for the screen panels and the porch’s two doors, we added six more 4x4 western-red-cedar posts to the three that were already supporting the roof system. We spaced and plumbed these posts carefully to frame square, equally sized openings. Then we added red cedar 2x...
Be aware that this structure must be wind resistant. Use readily available metal clips that connect the roof rafters to the beams. You should also use common metal framing connectors that allow you to firmly attach the beams to the posts. Finally, use post connectors to lock the posts to th...
The holder for glass panes, especially for a porch roof, has a support disc (10,11) on both sides of the glass pane (2), with passage holes (12,13) for a threaded rod (8). Each passage hole (12,13) has a hemispherical countersinking (14,15) on the side of the disc away from...
Received 2,058 Upvotes on 1,843 Posts You could also consider modular roof panels. 3 or 4" foam filled panels that have an anodized aluminum skin. They are 4' wide and can be ordered in almost any length. They can usually be attached to the fascia when installed in areas wi...
It can be used to provide shade and support climbing vines and plants, while also serving as a decorative element in your front or backyard. Some pergolas have a roof or canopy to provide additional protection from the sun or rain, this usually consists of tin, canvas or plastic sheeting....
we installed it, allowing the porch’s weight to settle on each one and squeeze out excess sealant, which was still pliable. We spaced the posts as equally as possible and used a string line to make sure the post faces were exactly parallel to the house (to simplify railing installation)...
Posts:these are required not usually to exceed every 72" to support the balustrade Porch Railings Calculations First, determine how many balusters you will need. Add the width of one baluster to the maximum gap that is allowed (usually 4 inches). So, if your baluster is a 2 x 2, you...
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Local building codes normally dictate your ledger board requirements. Many porch and deck failures are the result of poor ledger board installations. Therefore, in many locations, ledger boards must not only be attached to your home as indicated above but also supported by posts and footings as ...