I'm currently replacing floorboards in a room that measures about 7m wide. I think they've been replaced before is they don't exactly line up with...
Hopefully a simple one and someone can help, current renovating a house in France and putting a new floor in. Guy I asked to help has gone and...
Hi folk, new to the game of decking though have some experience with studwork and the basics, tried doing my own homework on this but come up...
Is it OK to clip cables to the underside of exposed joists in a cellar supporting the floor above? (I can't think of a reason why not, the joists...
I am replacing the ceiling in my flat with some soundproofing materials and since these are heavier than usual materials used I want to check if...
So, In need of some sensible advice before considering a structural engineer. Some probably think it’s stupid idea causing to much hassle. The...
I've recently undertaken a loft conversion and due to space issue have had to go with a slightly odd shaped staircase. The issue is the final...
Bedroom square bay has lathe and plaster wall under window but I'm not sure what the joists are fixed to. Does anyone know please. Joists go...
Hi everyone - bit of a newby when it comes to bungalows so any help greatly appreciated. Renovating a 1930s bungalow, and having taken down all...
Hi all! This is my first post here and have tried to search for the answer in previous threads, but nothing quite answers my specific questions,...
Hey everyone I’ve had builders install 3 beams in my house. A vertical column then an I beam resting on the column one end and resting in the...
Hi there We’ve recently opened up a room and plan to put down an engineered wood floor, however in doing so have noticed that the floor slopes...
I'm installing some chipboard flooring however my joist centres are 370mm (not 400mm) so I'm having to do a lot more cuts. Should I place full...
Hi guys just wondering what the screw spacing should be for sistering some 4x2's onto my existing joists to level the floor. I'm using these...
Hey guys, I posted a few weeks ago the same thing but I have some updated pictures. I know Stevie recommended a carpenter, but I’m genuinely...
Hello, last year I didn’t know how to screw a screw into a piece of wood and this weekend I’m looking to start a decking project. I’m just...
Hi, I'm building a shed with 47x150 C24 for the frame but I'm unsure how far apart the floor joists should be. To support the weight would you...
Hi there, My first post, hopefully in the correct section... This might be a bit long winded and few basic questions so please bare with me :)...
I am currently redoing floorboards in my bedroom approx size 2.2 by 3.2m. Some of the joists have twisted so there is some work to be done on...
Hi Guys, Just a quick question if anyone can help. I'm going to be building a workshop which will be 4.8m x 6m. I'm pretty happy with the what...
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