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Old 10-02-2007, 08:23 PM   #3
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I believe a 2x6 can span 9', the rule of thumb is 1.5 times the height of the board.

6 x 1.5 = 9

Another option is 12" centers rather than 16", my deck is on 12" centers and solid as a rock with 5/4 decking.
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