Species
Douglas Fir-Larch
Hem-Fir
Southern Pine
Spruce-Pine-Fir
Size
2x6
2x8
2x10
2x12
Grade
No. 1
No. 2
No. 3
1500f-1.6E (MSR)
2100f-1.8E (MSR)
2400f-2.0E (MSR)
Member Type
Floor Joists
Ceiling Joists
Rafters (Snow Load)
Rafters (Roof Live-Load)
Deflection Limit
L/480
L/360
L/240
L/180
Spacing (in)
12
16
19.2
24
Exterior Exposure
Wet service conditions?
No
Yes
Incised lumber?
No
Yes
Live Load (psf)
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
Dead Load (psf)
5
7
10
12
15
20
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