On 22/10/2012 6:42 AM, David J Brooks wrote:
Sorry i guess the word would be spreading apart more than buckling. I
think the main problem with the small horizontal brace, the one that
separated is the 1 1/2 difference in flatness with the X pieces not
being notched. The one end is screwed flat against the one X piece
were as the other end is toe nailed(screwed) into the other X piece.
This is what let go and spread, the toe nailed end. From the answers
received so far, it look like if i do a 3/4" notch on both pieces and
at least one lag bolt with some screws, then add an upper and lower X
member brace that will now be flush should do the trick.
Thanks all, i now have a small winter project to stay busy.:-)
Dave
Notch it 1/2 the thickness of the planks (they look like treated 2x6),
and then glue it with PL Premium (the bond will be stronger than the
wood) and then use nails for the mechanical fasteners (nails are
stronger than screws). Also, put a brace from leg to leg below the cross.
If the wood it pressure treated, use galvanized everything for any metal
that will be coming in contact with the wood.
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William Robb
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