So needless to say there are signs of a minor sag in the ceiling.
Install a load bearing beam in the attic.
I m just guessing but it looks like the joists were nailed where the load bearing wall used to be.
One way to construct a beam is to sandwich two 2x8 boards around a layer 1 2 inch plywood.
I want to install an lvl beam in my attic to support my ceiling rafters.
Whether you are creating a new opening in a load bearing wall or just widening an existing opening your work will require the addition of a header or beam.
Mounting the header in the attic for the load bearing wall.
Somewhat messy in that you usually end up tearing out a lot of ceiling sheetrock for access.
You can install a beam above the load wall where it sits on top of the ceiling.
If there s an attic above the load bearing wall you want to remove and the roof is framed with trusses you can t bury a beam in the ceiling and will have to leave it exposed.
This project is more about labor than materials.
And nearly all methods will require the addition of a load bearing beam.
The kitchen ceiling joists and living room joists always overlap above load bearing wall.
Sizing up the situation installing the beam is a two person job lvl beams are heavier than standard lumber.
Placing the beam below the existing ceiling joists is a method that s pretty straight forward.
The home inspector said to hang a beam in the attic and secure the joists to it since it is only the ceiling weight being supported i will be using 2 laminated 2x10s across the.
Especially critical is the beam you use.
I am removing a wall that separates my kitchen and living room.
Replacing a load bearing wall with a support beam requires surprisingly few materials.
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