need some joist hangers for a 2.6 span of the new bathroom floor,,, as its not a long span ive seen some that say light duty,,, but what is the differance,,, my reason for asking is the bath i have is 1800mm and very heavy.. so i was thinking of doubling up the joists under the bath,, but not to certain of the differance in strength of a light weight and a heavy weight hanger,,, my plan is to space the joists at 400 centers,,, the joist on the drawings are 6x2 c16 any advice ?
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Approved Document A (Structure) advises that joists supporting a bath are doubled up in any case.
The ordinary hangers should do as long as they are well-nailed.
The ordinary hangers should do as long as they are well-nailed.
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