Unsupported Joist?

Discussion in 'Builders' Talk' started by robdr1, Oct 10, 2021.

  1. robdr1

    robdr1 New Member

    I'm not a builder...

    I'm in the middle of refurbishing my house and came across a floor joist (trimmer) that at one end is not fixed, all it has is a small 2x2cm packer sitting on a notch in the newel post.

    The house was built in the 1960s and wondering was this normal back in the day, I'm guessing not.

    Any suggestions on fixing this?

    Cheers!

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  2. Jimbo

    Jimbo Screwfix Select

    Maybe it’s a mortice joint
     
  3. Severntrent

    Severntrent Screwfix Select

    Not fixed, what are those top and bottom nails doing
     
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  4. Jiml86

    Jiml86 Screwfix Select

    You could fix on a hanger to it though if it hasn't moved in all those years it's probably not gonna.
     
  5. Jord86

    Jord86 Screwfix Select

    It's been there 60 odd years, the newel is probably helping to support it plus it's nailed at least twice, if nothing's happened before then it's not likely to now.
     
  6. robdr1

    robdr1 New Member

    Thanks for the feedback.

    Was expecting something a bit more substantial in regards to fixing the joist.

    As you guys say, it has fallen down yet :)
     

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