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That always depends on what the beam will be carrying. You will need to consult a building contractor to size any beam correctly.

IT ALSO DEPEND ON ITS MATERIAL &ALSO HOW MANY STOREY CONSTRUCTION REQUIRED ON THIS

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Q: What size beam do you need to span 12 ft?
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