Beam by Frank De Tank posted 27 Apr 2018 at 4:18 PM
In my street (mainly 1930's bugalows) there are about six conversions with similar capped beams. This image is from a quick google.
Thanks but not really answering the question. The beams will have lead over them, it was more a structual question. Structual engineer says its fine but builder says it isn't. I am wondering has anyone had any experience with building control in relation ot this?
I have just installed the following two beams for my loft conversion. 5.1m 203x203x46kg on 100x150x500mm pad stones.
Unfortunately these are sticking through the roof slope.
I have been told by an architect these can be cut at 45 degrees halfway up the beam without compromising the structural...