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Posted by Colbyt on June 28, 2005, 8:44 pm
> Background: I'm trying to modify my attic a little bit in order to store
> some things up there. Currently I'm busy fastening 3/4" plyboard over the
> ceiling rafters (so objects to be stored won't crash thru the drywall
> ceiling). However movement/activity up there is hampered by the fact that
> the roof is supported by factory produced 2x4 trusses, as these are
composed
> of many cross members that switch back-and-forth at oblique angles between
> the upper and lower rafter sections of each truss. It would certainly
make
> my attic storage efforts easier if some of these cross-members could
somehow
> be removed out of the way (that is... in such a way as to not compromise
the
> structural integrity of my roof, of course).
>
> Therefore I'm requesting feedback on the following idea: 'Sistering'
(i.e.
> reinforcing with) 2x6s to the topmost rafters, followed by removal of some
> of the supporting cross-members of said trusses. Not being a carpenter or
> structural engineer of any kind, I'm seeking informed comments/advice from
> others before going further with this.
>
> Thanks.
>
> Ken
>
>
You are joking aren't you???????????
Most residential trusses are designed to hold up the roof and the drywall.
Attic junk not included. Floor load not included.
Colbyt
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