Hanging Porch Swing

jakate

Hello. We are hanging yet another swing...this time in a porch with joists that rise from the ends to the center peak (A-frame style?) So, the exposed joists do not line up with where I need to place hangers, so is it ok to install a 2x4 or 2x6 board across several joists that allows me to drill where I need to? The swing is 60" long, but the joists are 24" on center. I could put one hanger through the cross piece and joist, and the other just through the cross piece (eye bolt with nuts). Any advice is appreciated...thanks!!

jakate

kwikfishron

I'd block in between the rafters with a 4x6 on edge. That would leave you 2" between the top of the block and the roof deck, enough room to get your washer and nut on.

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