just a FYI thread on my upcoming upgrade/downgrade.

[MitchM]

Originally Posted by smokinreefer

heh. ok, lets say ~3000 lbs!

can anybody chime in about the joist info?

Sure

If you have a forced air heating system, take off a cold air return and you'll be able to determine both the size and direction of the joists.


2 x 6's are usually used for stair landings and SMALL outside decks.
An old house will NOT have 2 x 6's in the walls, unless it's a reno.

I can look up some span tables for you, but that's not really reliable, just a guideline.

3000 lbs in the middle of a floor?...no.
3000 lbs on or near a load bearing wall? ....a definite maybe.

Mitch