Fasten the purlin with 16d common nails into each vertical rafter. Insert two equally spaced nails into the rafter. The rafters are generally spaced every 16 inches on center. Is purlin a compression member? Metal Purlins as compression members in roof bracing system. How do I support my roof...
Materials What Is Cabinet Finish? Related Articles What is a Nail Set? What are Wire Nails? Discussion Comments Byanon301773— On Nov 05, 2012 The purpose of the small notches on the shank, just under the head, mark the nail in reference to the direction of the flat side of the point...