Hi All,
I have a first floor extension similar to the one in the photo below, but about half the span (~3.3m span with two columns). The photo shows that they used a steel beam with a plate welded to the underside, but installed the beam to carry the outer leaf rather than the inner one...
A quick check showed the panel capable of taking the lateral load, even with being conservatives, utilisation is <50%.
You mean a windpost? I didn't mention it as an option due to its cost and lead time. Had a look now on ladder type reinforcement, not a cheap option as well! The mesh is not as...
Exactly, my concern is the wide door/window.
I made another diagram (sorry for the quality as I was in a rush), hopefully it has more info, let me know if you need some specific detail.
Hi
Is the 2.1m external lobby/porch wall stable without a standard 3-brick (665m) return?
'Approved Document A' doesn't have a minimum wall length before a return/buttress is required.
If not stable, what are the options?
A 300 x X mm brick pier at the bottom corner, bed reinforcement/mesh...