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by rubberneck
Sat Aug 01, 2009 8:40 pm
Forum: Lofts and Loft Conversions Forum
Topic: Removing verticals from loft
Replies: 2
Views: 5481

Are the ceiling joists hung from those vertical timbers? You may find the ceiling will flex quite a bit when you are walking around in your loft if you remove the vertical ties. The flexing may cause the ceiling plaster to crack. It might be worth strengthening the ceiling joists before you remove t...
by rubberneck
Mon Jul 27, 2009 10:12 pm
Forum: Lofts and Loft Conversions Forum
Topic: Loft access options.
Replies: 0
Views: 3463

Loft access options.

Hello. I am considering a loft conversion in my hipped roof semi. I was considering installing a spacesaver staircase (alternate tread) in order to minimise the amount of floor space lost by the stairwell opening but was wondering whether there are any other options. I read the TRADA guidance notes ...
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