I have considered using 'reclaimed' steel beams in my loft for the floor, ridge and support post, as it happens new steel has worked out the same price - which is what I will be ordering - I guess the issue is knowing what grade the reclaimed steel is, it would put doubt on all the calcs. being applicable ... and I guess it would put the Structural engineers nose out of joint, also the Building Control officer if he knew.
Just wondered if anyone had successfully done this, with approval from all parties.
It seemed a simple thing to start, but the more I got into it seemed fraught with negatives.
Just wondered if anyone had successfully done this, with approval from all parties.
It seemed a simple thing to start, but the more I got into it seemed fraught with negatives.