Rafter Cuts on Structural Ridge
Rafter Cuts on Structural Ridge
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I'm working on a project with a structural ridge of 3-1 3/4x18" LVLs. Is it bad practice to cut a flat spot on the rafters to sit on top of the structural ridge or does that take away from the rafter weight load?






RE: Rafter Cuts on Structural Ridge
RE: Rafter Cuts on Structural Ridge
RE: Rafter Cuts on Structural Ridge
The problem with notching the LVL lumber is that you create a stress concentration that can split the engineered lumber easier than it would split sawn lumber.
RE: Rafter Cuts on Structural Ridge
RE: Rafter Cuts on Structural Ridge
RE: Rafter Cuts on Structural Ridge