Hi
I am aware that joist depth depends on span, as well as, thickness of joist.
I have a low ceiling that I'd like to increase the height of. Before going to a structural engineer, I'd appreciate a rough idea of what I can achieve, by removing it all, moving the joists up, and replace the joists. However, joist depth will have an impact on that.
Happy to use Metal Open Web Joists, I-beam Joists or normal timber joists.
From what I've read, nearly all joists no matter type are at minimum 200mm deep.
Is that correct, or, can you get shallower depth joists?
As an FYI, the area is approx 3m x 4.5m.
Thanks
I am aware that joist depth depends on span, as well as, thickness of joist.
I have a low ceiling that I'd like to increase the height of. Before going to a structural engineer, I'd appreciate a rough idea of what I can achieve, by removing it all, moving the joists up, and replace the joists. However, joist depth will have an impact on that.
Happy to use Metal Open Web Joists, I-beam Joists or normal timber joists.
From what I've read, nearly all joists no matter type are at minimum 200mm deep.
Is that correct, or, can you get shallower depth joists?
As an FYI, the area is approx 3m x 4.5m.
Thanks