Architecture - Underbuilt Floor
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paparush
05-19-08, 02:32 PM
Hello Group,
I live in an older bungalow. Original portion built around 1920. Rear portion added later; 1950's.
The floor joists in the rear portion are built from 2x6 on 24" centers (yes..2x6 on 24" centers..). They sag in places. They have quite a bit of bounce.
I'd like to reinforce them with a perpendicular beam, supported by posts, rested on poured pads.
2 Questions:
1. Should I add extra 2x6 joists where I can insert them (plumbing and wiring permitting); splitting the 24" widths down to 12"?
2. What do you recommend for a beam? I've been thinking 4x6 treated post used as a beam. Or sandwiching 2x10's for a 10' long beam.
Any feedback is greatly appreciated.
Rush A.
Burnsville, NC
I live in an older bungalow. Original portion built around 1920. Rear portion added later; 1950's.
The floor joists in the rear portion are built from 2x6 on 24" centers (yes..2x6 on 24" centers..). They sag in places. They have quite a bit of bounce.
I'd like to reinforce them with a perpendicular beam, supported by posts, rested on poured pads.
2 Questions:
1. Should I add extra 2x6 joists where I can insert them (plumbing and wiring permitting); splitting the 24" widths down to 12"?
2. What do you recommend for a beam? I've been thinking 4x6 treated post used as a beam. Or sandwiching 2x10's for a 10' long beam.
Any feedback is greatly appreciated.
Rush A.
Burnsville, NC