dpcutter
ArboristSite Operative
I'm changing around my workshop area, and want to span the depth of my shop which is 23' 3" deep withouth and floor posts. I was thinking of making my own trusses, out of #2 grade 2x4 stock. I was thinking of making a flat truss, with a triange/web design in center with a 2x4 on top and bottom as the chords. The top and bottom chords I will turn on edge for additional strength. Main question, can the top and bottom chords(the 2x4's on edge) be spliced together?? I want to span almost 24', can I simply butt up the 12' length 2x4's to make a total length of 24'? I was thinking of using a metal joinery plate on each side of the splice on top and bottom, and also use plywood over the spliced area, 2' to each side of splice. If this will work, do the splice on top and bottom have to be staggered?? if so, how far, or can I get away without staggering them??? Thanks guys!!