I know this is not the ideal way of going about things but I need to prepare the downstairs room for a pad foundation for the extension which involves removing the chimney breast.
The chimney was removed above roof level when the roof was refinished. So it currently runs from ground floor level to 1st floor ceiling. The chimney breast will be removed upstairs also but in a few months time due to logistical issues.
Will an arrow prop from ground floor to 1st floor joist level to the front of the chimney breast be sufficient support? If I can work it I will joist out the opening if that would support it.
In reality would this support itself? Not suggesting I don't prop it but just want some peace of mind whilst working below.
The chimney was removed above roof level when the roof was refinished. So it currently runs from ground floor level to 1st floor ceiling. The chimney breast will be removed upstairs also but in a few months time due to logistical issues.
Will an arrow prop from ground floor to 1st floor joist level to the front of the chimney breast be sufficient support? If I can work it I will joist out the opening if that would support it.
In reality would this support itself? Not suggesting I don't prop it but just want some peace of mind whilst working below.