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How much weight can 2x8 floor joists hold?
That depends on how well supported the floor is and that depends on how far apart the joists are placed. The closer they are, the more weight can be supported.
What is the maximum span on a double 2x12 beam supporting 2x8 ceiling rafters and an acoustical ceiling?
Depends on the area above the ceiling joists. Is it a live load (living space) or dead load (just the joists with maybe an attic above)? Also, the length of the ceiling joists from the last bearing point is a factor. How much weight is bearing on the beam is the critical issue.
How far will a 2x8 span?
A 2x8 refers to a 2 inch by 8 foot piece of wood. The span of a 2x8 is 8 feet.
I want to build a pergola over my deck and the span of the beams would be 14 feet apart Would I be okay to use 2X8 X 16' long or would they sag under their own weight?
dont know the width of your deck, but if its more than6' feet it will sag.I suggest an extra post in the middle of the2 posts and crossbrace the roof.
If a circle has a radius of 8in what is the diameter and the cirumference?
Radius would be 16 in. (2x8 in.). Circumference would be approximately 50.27 in. (16 x pi, which is approximately 3.1416).
What size of floor joist should you use?
Different situations call for different joists. Generally floor joists are 2 x 12.
How much weight can 2x8 floor joists hold?
That depends on how well supported the floor is and that depends on how far apart the joists are placed. The closer they are, the more weight can be supported.
What is the maximum span on a double 2x12 beam supporting 2x8 ceiling rafters and an acoustical ceiling?
Depends on the area above the ceiling joists. Is it a live load (living space) or dead load (just the joists with maybe an attic above)? Also, the length of the ceiling joists from the last bearing point is a factor. How much weight is bearing on the beam is the critical issue.
How far will a 2x8 span?
A 2x8 refers to a 2 inch by 8 foot piece of wood. The span of a 2x8 is 8 feet.
What size of floor joist for framing will be needed to support a second story with a 12 foot span?
2X8 set 16 inch on center.
How far can a 2x8 free span?
It varies depending on what you are spanning and what kind of wood you use. If you are referring to floor joists , here's the numbers for a few wood species. This is for joists at 16" on center. Southern Yellow Pine #1 Grade 9'-11" Southern Yellow Pine #2 Grade 9'-9" West Coast Douglas Fir #1 9'-11" West Coast Douglas Fir #2 9'-9 Hemlock Fir #1 Grade 9'-6" Hemlock Fir #2 Grade 9'-1" Spruce/Pine/Fir Southern #1 8'-10" Spruce/Pine/Fir Southern #2 8'-7"
How much weight will a pine 2x8 that spans 12 feet hold?
how much weight will 5 2x8 that span 12 ft hold
How much weight can a 2x 8 with 4 foot span hold?
That would depend on the specie of wood that the 2x8 is made from.
What is the answer to17-2x8?
17-(2x8)=1
What is the most common wood used for joists?
it all depends on the span,u can cut down on the size of your joist by putting a mid span beam most likely an lvl. The smallest you can use safely most of the time is a 2x8.most common is probably a 2x10,but if you are spanning more than eight feet without a beam then you should look into tgi joist, they are manufactured joist to carry a certain load and the lumber yard can tell you which ones you will need when you go for a take off list. your best bet is to talk to you town building inspector before buying anything The most common wood used for joists is SPF (spruce, pine, fir)
Can somone tell me please what is 2x8?
2x8 = 16
What is Yamaha engine with serial no 2x8-000880?
the motor 2x8-000880 is a 1979 IT 400 Yamaha
