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Traditional Western Softwoods Weight Bearing Ratings



Style
Diameter
Height
Allowable Pounds
Traditional 4" 96" 1,200
4" 108" 900
5" 96" 2,750
5" 108" 2,062
5" 120" 1,546
6" 96" 4,800
6" 108" 3,600
6" 120" 2,700


Turned from clear, kiln-dried Western softwoods such as Pine. Finger-jointed and edge-glued, with hollow centers for better stability. For additional strength, a steel rod could be installed in the hollow center.

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