As part of my “half conversion” of the loft, I have ordered some C16 (45x145mm) to bolster the original 50x100mm joists. The bedroom below ceiling is off, so I have easy access.
I have 2 options as far as I can see, as the new joists are taller.
1. Sit this on the wood above the bricks like the current ones (called headplate I think?) which raises the floor level.
2. Notch out 45mm from the new wood, to keep the floor same level but lower the ceiling.
I would probably rather option 2, as it keeps more headroom for the loft.
Firstly is this OK to do, and then secondly can I simply screw the new joists to the old to double them up?
Thanks,
James
I have 2 options as far as I can see, as the new joists are taller.
1. Sit this on the wood above the bricks like the current ones (called headplate I think?) which raises the floor level.
2. Notch out 45mm from the new wood, to keep the floor same level but lower the ceiling.
I would probably rather option 2, as it keeps more headroom for the loft.
Firstly is this OK to do, and then secondly can I simply screw the new joists to the old to double them up?
Thanks,
James