Pole barn roofing question

[texasranger556]

If brides in your area are anything like my bride, a pole barn with a tarp roof would be a tough sell for a wedding or reception venue.

As others have suggested, save more before building, finance it, or build half now and half later.

 

[quicksandfarmer]

The metal roofing is critical to the strength of the building.

Pole barns are meant to be built in sections. I would build as many full sections as you can afford, then add on as money allows.

 

[buckeyefarmer]

You think you can book events with a pole barn covered with a tarp?

 

[RickB]

Wow, I didn't even think of warping. I guess I should've given you guys more info on what I'm doing. I'm building an event venue for weddings. I need to get to a structure with a roof on it as quickly/cheaply as possible, then I should be able to book events. End product won't have metal sides, it'll be wood. Thank you everyone for such great input.

Gonna be a tough sell to rent a venue that will look like that. There are flea markets here with better accommodations.
Do it once, do it right.

 

[EddieWalker]

... metal trusses at 10' spacing and 2x4 purlins...

If you buy a tarp strong enough to withstand the sun and wind, you would be better off spending the money on the metal for the roof. I don't see any savings if you are paying for a tarp that can last a few years.

I would never use 2x4 purlins to span 10 feet. If it was me, I would use 20 foot long 2x8's so they are on three trusses.

 

[radioman]

Have you thought about billboards signs when they take em down?

 

[kirkawilson]

I would put the metal roof on first and add the side walls later.

 

[Diggin It]

If you buy a tarp strong enough to withstand the sun and wind, you would be better off spending the money on the metal for the roof. I don't see any savings if you are paying for a tarp that can last a few years.

I would never use 2x4 purlins to span 10 feet. If it was me, I would use 20 foot long 2x8's so they are on three trusses.

I was thinking about awning or tent canvas, but then I though the same thing ... metal would probably be about the same price.

 

[Industrial Toys]

I have never been a fan of buying something twice. You can't affford a roof, but in the final analysis you will be buying a roof and tarps, plus will probably have aggravation with the tarps. Find a way to buy the proper roof now, and get those extra years use and enjoyment out of it.

I realize, everyone is however, in a different boat.

 

[ovrszd]

If you buy a tarp strong enough to withstand the sun and wind, you would be better off spending the money on the metal for the roof. I don't see any savings if you are paying for a tarp that can last a few years.

I would never use 2x4 purlins to span 10 feet. If it was me, I would use 20 foot long 2x8's so they are on three trusses.

Dang it,,,, as always Eddied beat me to it...…