Thx for your feedback I did my best but could always do better. That was some serious hard ground full of big rock. Not making excuses though. My post are 6’ on center the entire 100’ length of the bridge.
The finished product of everything looks very professional. Can’t really give much feedback on the framing with these pics. It did appear that a few things land in the dirt instead of concrete, but maybe that’s just the picture angle.
I would never do a wood railing on a composite deck even if the customer requested it. You know as well as I that even though the composite is going to look basically new 5 - 10 years down the road, if the customer doesn't upkeep the railing its going to be a grey, warped, decrepit mess at or before that 10 year mark rolls around.
You are doing great and it all.looks up to snuf but you are not building anything to modern building codes. The beams are wrong, no handrails on steps w/more then 4 risers, no holes bigger then a 4in ball could pass through on all rails on a deck higher then 30ins etc.... IDK if it matters where you are but rules are unfortunately a big part of the job
3rd picture that beam is 100% against code. The only thing holding that is the bolts- the beam needs to sit on the 6x6 with an adjustable bracket to be notched in. Also the beam needs to be sistered together with attchments every 6 ins both sides. More or less the load needs to be pushing on the top of the posts not attached to the sides.
I also think from an engineering perspective thta only the wood above the bolt is bearing so it negates the strength of the dimensional lumber and how that relates to span charts. Span charts are basic engineering charts carpenters use to know how far lumber can span with weight on it
Also that may hold forever - IDC about code that much but its in relation to my comment
1) make sure you are current on code requirements relative to IRC. For example, beams should be path loading onto posts and bolts should not be bearing the load. (Boardwalk image #3)
2). If you’re truly interested in refining your craft, find a professional group that is of a like mind as you. NARI.org might be a good place to start.
3). With what you do, maybe consider networking with architects who design home remodels. Good architects are always pushing the envelope on design details that elevate the aesthetics of their design which challenge the trades to refine their craft as well.
In NC we are allowed to use bolts on drop girders resting the load on the bolts. We installed drop girders every 6’ and was only required to do 8’ here. I appreciate the advice and will definitely look into other applications in the future. We are not allowed to notch our 6x6 where I’m located either if it takes more than 1/3 of the posts
Great comment though man I will definitely start looking at more ways I agree with it’s better to have a backup plan excluding fasteners. They tell us by notching it also exposes the end grain for water to rot faster. It actually does but there are also ways to seal and prevent this from happening
Home owner said he wanted to push water further away from his home. I suggested highly to get gutters but he was a engineer and said this would be more effective idk true story
So I seriously looked the word up just now and literally looking to join a group to improve my skills and figure out how to be a better carpenter. I call that humble where I’m located. Should I post my worst work? I have some early on photos that I have since learned more about my craft. I’m not very book smart but I do consider myself a good carpenter trying to be great. I am just a carpenter is referring to me not all carpenters around the planet. I’m looking for tips and tricks not vocabulary lessons but I appreciate the fact u taught me a new word.
Maybe this guy comes from a background where his wins were never acknowledged and as a result doesn’t know how best to seek that validation.
Maybe I’m a sucker, but is there really so much harm in stroking someone’s ego online? Isn’t that why this platform exists?
For what it’s worth, OP has been actively engaged with the comments offering actual critiques, and hasn’t shot back at any of them as of posting this.
he should just say that. we're just basic simple stupid carpenters who can't comprehend subtext and how childhood affirmations effect our adult behaviour
Yeah I’m proud of my truck man genuinely I’m proud of the work I do and the business I grew. Honestly didn’t realize till my wife told me I posted the truck and I meant to but definitely didn’t think about it after. I was a homeless bum 10 years ago strung out from dope. I got clean and started a business revolving around addicts in recovery. Sorry it came off as boosting I can see that now that I realize I posted it. I’m very proud of my path and I’m definitely trying to be better every day
At first blush all and all things look nice.
Appreciate it man.
No tips for you!
All your decks are already hot tub rated. Show off.
Man I appreciate u sir
The off-centre posts are killing me.
Not sure what photo
it makes my shit itch
And my soul.
Well there's your problem.
Thx for your feedback I did my best but could always do better. That was some serious hard ground full of big rock. Not making excuses though. My post are 6’ on center the entire 100’ length of the bridge.
Did my best but can always improve
The finished product of everything looks very professional. Can’t really give much feedback on the framing with these pics. It did appear that a few things land in the dirt instead of concrete, but maybe that’s just the picture angle.
No you’re 100 on that some of the projects had plans for embedded post in concrete. I personally don’t like it but I did what was asked of me.
I would never do a wood railing on a composite deck even if the customer requested it. You know as well as I that even though the composite is going to look basically new 5 - 10 years down the road, if the customer doesn't upkeep the railing its going to be a grey, warped, decrepit mess at or before that 10 year mark rolls around.
I agree man and tried my best to talk them out of it. In the future they may replace with black aluminum I hope
Yeah but they can always cut the railing off the posts and sleeve them I guess.
You are doing great and it all.looks up to snuf but you are not building anything to modern building codes. The beams are wrong, no handrails on steps w/more then 4 risers, no holes bigger then a 4in ball could pass through on all rails on a deck higher then 30ins etc.... IDK if it matters where you are but rules are unfortunately a big part of the job
How are the beams wrong? Not debating, earnest inquiry.
3rd picture that beam is 100% against code. The only thing holding that is the bolts- the beam needs to sit on the 6x6 with an adjustable bracket to be notched in. Also the beam needs to be sistered together with attchments every 6 ins both sides. More or less the load needs to be pushing on the top of the posts not attached to the sides.
I also think from an engineering perspective thta only the wood above the bolt is bearing so it negates the strength of the dimensional lumber and how that relates to span charts. Span charts are basic engineering charts carpenters use to know how far lumber can span with weight on it
Also that may hold forever - IDC about code that much but its in relation to my comment
My only two pieces of advice are:
1) make sure you are current on code requirements relative to IRC. For example, beams should be path loading onto posts and bolts should not be bearing the load. (Boardwalk image #3)
2). If you’re truly interested in refining your craft, find a professional group that is of a like mind as you. NARI.org might be a good place to start.
3). With what you do, maybe consider networking with architects who design home remodels. Good architects are always pushing the envelope on design details that elevate the aesthetics of their design which challenge the trades to refine their craft as well.
In NC we are allowed to use bolts on drop girders resting the load on the bolts. We installed drop girders every 6’ and was only required to do 8’ here. I appreciate the advice and will definitely look into other applications in the future. We are not allowed to notch our 6x6 where I’m located either if it takes more than 1/3 of the posts
Interesting. It’s the exact opposite here in Georgia…notching is acceptable but load bearing bolts are not
Great comment though man I will definitely start looking at more ways I agree with it’s better to have a backup plan excluding fasteners. They tell us by notching it also exposes the end grain for water to rot faster. It actually does but there are also ways to seal and prevent this from happening
I don’t love the notching option either. I prefer a post to beam brace with the beams simply sitting on top of the posts.
Any validity to adding a 2x support on the side of the post just below where the through bolts are to help transfer load to the beam?
Or something like this product?
ozco side beam support thingie
Here’s a graphic of what the IRC allows and doesn’t allow.
https://preview.redd.it/8rrtyx0nzm9g1.jpeg?width=978&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=347c430c8d59e4762ab3f6fa21a09ddf81b10d3b
What is the purpose of the build in pic 7?
Home owner said he wanted to push water further away from his home. I suggested highly to get gutters but he was a engineer and said this would be more effective idk true story
Weird. Not you for doing it. Him for wanting it lol.
I wanted to cut into the mortar joint of brick and seal the flashing but he said not too as well fyi
They all look great. Maybe a 2x6 instead of 2x4 as the top rail?
"looking for tips" is ostentatious
So I seriously looked the word up just now and literally looking to join a group to improve my skills and figure out how to be a better carpenter. I call that humble where I’m located. Should I post my worst work? I have some early on photos that I have since learned more about my craft. I’m not very book smart but I do consider myself a good carpenter trying to be great. I am just a carpenter is referring to me not all carpenters around the planet. I’m looking for tips and tricks not vocabulary lessons but I appreciate the fact u taught me a new word.
Yeah I’m just a carpenter man I don’t know what that big world even means
carpenters can also have an adult vocabulary. stop diminishing the intelligence of the trades.
i am also a carpenter.
A pretentious one at that.
the guy posting his tricked out truck and trailer is "looking for tips" and not flexing?
Different strokes for different folks man.
Maybe this guy comes from a background where his wins were never acknowledged and as a result doesn’t know how best to seek that validation.
Maybe I’m a sucker, but is there really so much harm in stroking someone’s ego online? Isn’t that why this platform exists?
For what it’s worth, OP has been actively engaged with the comments offering actual critiques, and hasn’t shot back at any of them as of posting this.
he should just say that. we're just basic simple stupid carpenters who can't comprehend subtext and how childhood affirmations effect our adult behaviour
i'm pretentious tho i guess
Joseph?
So trying to improve is ostentatious now? That’s just healthy growth. You can’t ask for critiques without posting photos of your work.
Maybe you should look in a mirror and ask yourself why other people being vulnerable and asking for critiques makes you think they’re showing off.
https://preview.redd.it/f2td8k3dqs9g1.jpeg?width=1170&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=bc7445ed1559a57976c8ce1f99f9aecd25a9e202
lol.
Yeah I’m proud of my truck man genuinely I’m proud of the work I do and the business I grew. Honestly didn’t realize till my wife told me I posted the truck and I meant to but definitely didn’t think about it after. I was a homeless bum 10 years ago strung out from dope. I got clean and started a business revolving around addicts in recovery. Sorry it came off as boosting I can see that now that I realize I posted it. I’m very proud of my path and I’m definitely trying to be better every day