support beam

06-08-2010, 09:11 PM	#1
ginginspice Newbie   Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 1	support beam we need a support beam for a wood ceiling that is 22x18 feet... how can we build one and what size boards should we use

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06-08-2010, 10:57 PM	#2
Scuba_Dave Xtreme DIY'r   Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: South of Boston, MA Posts: 17,248	support beam You would need an engineer, architect or a lumber company can size the beam for you