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Pole Barn Building Materials - Northeast Division

National Barn Company’s construction methods are in compliance with the standard industry tolerances as designed by the National Frame Building Association. Some changes can be made to comply with local building restrictions, if applicable. Engineered buildings with a PE stamped drawing are also available, if required. Our sales representatives can answer any of your questions.

Poles & Bottom Plate

Posts are solid sawn 4 x 6 or 6 x 6 depending on the height of the building.
Laminated Columns are used in some instances.
# 2 and better EWP, SYP, Hemlock, Fir or Poplar.
8' centers on eaves, 10' centers on gables.
Post depth is a minimum 3' deep (based on level ground).
Posts can be set deeper to meet some code restrictions, for additional cost.
Bottom Plate is a treated 2 x 6. This board can be used as a form for the concrete slab.
Classic milled poles come standard with post protector. Treated poles are treated for below ground contact.

Header Plate

Header Plate supports the trusses and is anchored to every post. # 2 and better EWP, SYP, Hemlock, Fir or Poplar.
Double 2 x 10 is minimum size used.
2 x 12s are also used, based on the width of the building.
Dimensionally engineered solid lumber, # 2 or better or LVL, is used for large spans or wide openings.

Wall Girts

2 x 4s spaced 24” apart for metal or wood attachment.
2 x 6s are used in some instances.
# 2 and better EWP, SYP, Hemlock, Fir or Poplar

Factory Engineered Trusses

Trusses are typically constructed of 2 x 6 rafter and ceiling joist with 2 x 4 braces, and are engineered for the location and the purpose that they are being used.
Engineered Trusses will typically include # 2 SYP lumber for the top and bottom chord, and some #3 SYP may be used for bracing.
Standard Truss spacing is 4’ centers
Alternate truss spacing can be 2' based on posts spacing and use of truss.
Standard roof pitch is 4/12
Alternate roof pitch can be 512, 6/12, 7/12 or 8/12 (steeper pitches are more expensive).