05-01-2017, 10:55 AM
quote:Not sure who the old codger was that told me when I was younger, but I grew up under the impression that built up beams were more advantageous than full width (aka, 2-2x8 instead of 1-4x8). So I've always build outbuilding beams that way.
Originally posted by kalakoa
Floor beams are usually 4x instead of doubled 2x.
quote:Glad to hear, and my price was based on a finished outer shell - no inside finished walls, fixtures, etc - and with a minimum of windows. I figured if I could hit my price mark on that then I could start with the "upgrades" such as french doors, etc.
Originally posted by randomq
I think you could do it roughed in for 4-5k...
I've looked at Rob's metal outbuildings. Nice, but really destroys my budget on this. I do know the advantages of them though.
I'm doing my first builds in Hawai'i - man is the cost of lumber something! I'm just pricing it with online Lowes/HD to get an idea, hoping one of the local yards in Hilo can give me a better price. Any tips on who that might be?
Any tips on the framing (joists or rafters)? Would 24"oc be doable in this? When using Simpson ties and a low pitch like this, can I avoid a birdsmouth cut on the rafters?
I have just enough experience to make me dangerous and have learned everything I know by making mistakes. But I do love doing things myself, especially considering I am broke!