Rafter and joist sizing

[John Raabe]

Here is a new public article I have added to the PlanHelp site. It is a tutorial on joist and rafter sizing and how to use an on-line span calculator.

http://www.planhelp.com/public/98.cfm

[Chateau Prideaux]

Absolutely awesome link. The species selection is just priceless.

I'm right in the middle of sorting out the ceiling and roof spans for my 10x20. This link gives some confidence on my otherwise guesswork.