2x6 Roof Rafter Span Chart

2 6 shed roof rafters are enough for nearly any type of shed a homeowner wants to build.

2x6 roof rafter span chart. 4 for panel maximum span shall be 24 5 24 o. While a 2 6 might be nearly double the cost of a 2 4 you can likely space the 2x6s further apart negating the added expense of increasing your lumber width. Also available for the android os. Ceiling joist span use this table to determine the maximum lengths of ceiling joists based on species of lumber joist spacing and joist size.

Span calculator for wood joists and rafters also available for the android os. The table states that 2 x 6 rafters spaced 16 inches on center o c can span a maximum distance of 13 feet 5 inches. Rafter spans can be extended slightly beyond what the rafter tables suggest when there is a cantelever extending beyond the supporting wall. Another option are 2 x 8 rafters spaced 24 inches o c.

Can span up to 13 4. Visit the roof framing page for more information on cutting roof rafters and visit the roof pitch calculator for determining rafter lengths based on rise and run. In making your choice consider how you will insulate your insulate your roof. Building pergola with two rows of 3 posts.

An syp 2 6 rafter at 24 o c.