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Putting things together and taking them apart

Sunday, September 12, 2010

Attaching the Rafters

The rafters were attached to the North and South walls with Simpson hurricane ties.This was much easier, faster and more secure than notching the rafters to rest on the top plates.

Posted by Todd at 4:23 AM

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