Beam size exterior wall

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Beam size exterior wall

From: brian@mantasports.com
Category: Architecture and Building Design
Remote Name: 66.91.181.21
Date: 31 Aug 2003
Time: 03:06 PM

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I am trying to get an idea of some beam size options for a 16 foot span. It is a single story house. This is an exterior wall that I am going to punch for a 16 foot sliding door. The house is located in Hawaii so no snow loads issues. However, wind loads can be an issue. I realize that any final number should come from an engineer. I am simply looking at design options at this point. I am not interested in using steel. Glulam or similar would be the proffered option.

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