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rafter thrust

  1. jar546

    Controlling Rafter Thrust

    The beam is a nice touch to create a clear-span, open space and so is the ribbon strip as a ledger. However, where is the rafter thrust control? In this case, other than the collar ties which are not for rafter thrust there is nothing, therefore this is not a compliant installation.
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