A double 2x4 braced every 16" would be stronger.
A double 2x4 braced every 16" would be stronger.
Moment of inertia for 2-2x4s is 1/4th the MOI for 2-2x12's.
The clear span for the 2-2x4's is 1.33' which is 1/9th the length of the 2x12's.
As you can see, just looking at proportions of eachother it's obvious the 2x4s are stronger.
Moment of inertia for 2-2x4s is 1/4th the MOI for 2-2x12's.
The clear span for the 2-2x4's is 1.33' which is 1/9th the length of the 2x12's.
As you can see, just looking at proportions of eachother it's obvious the 2x4s are stronger.
If so why does code everywhere allow headers?
If so why does code everywhere allow headers?
Well, I assume you like doors and windows, there has to be some compromise, no?
I'm not saying the 2x12's are deficient...
Well, I assume you like doors and windows, there has to be some compromise, no?
I'm not saying the 2x12's are deficient...
You can still take out load bearing walls, and yes I know now adays lvl are more used.
You can still take out load bearing walls, and yes I know now adays lvl are more used.
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