On a 4-post, free-standing, pergola style patio cover roof, I am wondering if there is an alternative to using those big knee braces. The cover I am planning is a little lower than some, and I'd like to avoid the knee braces if possible for aesthetic and practical reasons.
I can go with heavier timbers, maybe 8x8 posts and 8x10 beams.
How about a pair of the Simpson HL Heavy Angles with Optional Gussets on each post - HL76PC:
HL Heavy Angles with Optional Gussets
And a pair of Simpson HLPC/HTPC Beam to Column Ties on each post as well - 1616HTPC?
HLPC/HTPC Beam to Column Ties
I can go with heavier timbers, maybe 8x8 posts and 8x10 beams.
How about a pair of the Simpson HL Heavy Angles with Optional Gussets on each post - HL76PC:
HL Heavy Angles with Optional Gussets
And a pair of Simpson HLPC/HTPC Beam to Column Ties on each post as well - 1616HTPC?
HLPC/HTPC Beam to Column Ties
