Questions tagged [deflection]
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Understanding Concentrated Floor Dead Load
DISCLAIMER: This question is for educational purposes only. I know I need a structural engineer to determine safe loads so please don't answer if that is all you have to say. I would like ...
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I joists not making contact with beam
My basement has I joists running continuously from the concrete foundation. There is a part of the house that bumps out making for a longer span in that area. The builder decided to add a beam there ...
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12x24" Porcelain Tile over 2x6x1.5" T&G Spanning 48" Beams
I have some questions in regards to installing 12x24" porcelain tile over 1/2" plywood underlayment that sits above 2x6x1.5" T&G subfloor that is supported by posts and beams on 48&...
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How much does 3-sided support of granite countertop material increase the distance that's safe to span?
I am designing a counter for an outdoor kitchen, with a counter made of 3cm granite with block masonry support and stone veneers to decorate. An approximation of the planned layout seen from above ...
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Can I replace the engineer's I-Beam recommendation with a different one?
I'm removing a load bearing wall and the structural engineer recommended a W8x15 steel I-beam. It would save me a lot of effort if I could use a 6" beam instead. So I'm trying to calculate the ...
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