I have offered to board my girlfriends loft so it can be used for light storage, my original plan was to cross batten a 8' x 10' section (to allow for the insulation) then board this section with 8' x 2' 18mm flooring. However tonight I have had a look up there and the joists appear to be 80mm x 35mm - I was expecting 100mm x 50mm, but these appear extremely thin. Is it still possible to cross batten and board, or is it best left well alone?
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Joists too small to board loft?
- Thread starter ilikewatchingtv
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It depends, there could be weight constraints.
How are the loft joist supported (construction of supporting walls and spans, any beams/RSJ)?
How are the loft joist supported (construction of supporting walls and spans, any beams/RSJ)?
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