I am looking to create an ensuite bathroom, which will be located in the 'middle' of the house next to a stud partition wall. What I mean is the location is in the middle of the long joist run from the front to the back of the house. The joists seem the most flexible at this point, and I suspect this is probably their weakest point.
How can I strengthen the joist area around the bath? Also, should I put down wood supports underneath the bath to spread the load over several joists?
How can I strengthen the joist area around the bath? Also, should I put down wood supports underneath the bath to spread the load over several joists?