Furring out rafters

Started by rakuz66, February 06, 2008, 06:04:38 PM

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rakuz66

Is there any harm caused if you fur out a rafter to add more insulation??  In other words , does it weaken the rafter?? cause too much xtra weight on the rafter??

glenn kangiser

I don't really see it being a problem.  It just adds a little bit to the dead load.
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