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    Victorian floor joists - the repair of.

    2 joists have been cut short by about a foot from the wall. I intend to marry up a 4ft or so section to the side of each one and to the wall with joist hangers. The existing joist measures 170mm by 35mm, an unusual size. Should I just use a 2 x 6 length, if I can't get a 170 x 35?
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    Repairing joists

    I have two joists that have been cut short by about 14 inches. I want to marry up a new joist length to each one and then attach to the wall with joist hangers. Question: the room spans 11 1/2 ft. How far along the length should I double up. I know the whole length would be the bestl but I...
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    What lies beneath...

    I'm a novice at DIY compared to many on here, judging by some informed replies I have seen in the forums, and am after some good advice now, if anyone can give it. I live in a a Victorian semi detached 2 up 2 down, ( built about 1870 ) and have recently discovered while doing some work that two...
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