I am trying to re-purpose existing 4×4 exterior posts to install a swinging seat.
The kit that we are using calls for the top beam to be composed of at least 3x 2×6 pieces.
Does anyone know of an exterior use approved, metal bracket that would be good for my use case ?
Best Answer
You want the post and beam to have the same width dimension. Although you're trying to recycle, it's best to build this with a 6x6 beam and 6x6 posts. It will be stronger and look nicer anyways. Attach them together with the Simpson LCE4 seen below. A total of 4 of them will be needed and each of them will need (14) 0.162 x 3 1/2 into the beam and (10) 0.162 x 3 1/2 into the post.