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by neilfairclough
Thu Sep 06, 2012 10:00 am
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: Concrete or timber first floor
Replies: 2
Views: 3510

Re: Concrete or timber first floor

Thank you for your comments. Structural engineer coming on Saturday to calculate loads to make sure I don't end up falling into neighbour's (downstairs) apartment. Given intention to ensure best possible acoustic insulation between house and apartment we will probably go with concrete 'plancher coll...
by neilfairclough
Mon Aug 13, 2012 5:42 pm
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: Concrete or timber first floor
Replies: 2
Views: 3510

Concrete or timber first floor

I am renovating a barn in France and need to install a first floor over a 90 sqm area. I will build a load bearing wall to split the area into 2 (leaving spans of about 5m) and tie in the built floor to the existing stone walls. I am keen to keep the floor thickness to the minimum consistent with ca...
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