On Apr 27, 11:42*am, "Mike Marlow"
wrote:
Winston wrote:
On 4/27/2010 8:06 AM, Mike Paulsen wrote:
SuperWoodworker might double up 1x4s rather than cutting lap joints
in 2x4s, depending on the application.

Great idea but 2 x 4 was the smallest PT lumber I could find.

As dpb says, grain orientation would prevent the joint from being
structurally sound anyway, so perhaps a steel frame or maybe
some "L" StrongTie joints.

Just be careful how far you take principles. *Sure - a cross grain joint is
inherently inferior to a joint where the grain runs in the same direction -
but will you ever notice that? *For centuries, cross grain joints have been
in use and have served very well. *You can take the theory too far and get
all caught up in what you should not do. *Net result - analysis paralysis.
You'll never build anything. *The governing factor should be whether the
particular joint, or technique is sufficient for the task at hand, not
whether it is the best theoretical approach. *A good guiding light is the
preponderance of evidence of eons of time. *Ignore all the rest.

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-Mike-


"You can take the theory too far and get all caught up in what you
should not do. Net result - analysis paralysis."

Well said!

BTDT