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Support of floor joists above stairwell.
Anonymous user 23/02/2024 - 3.14 PM
I have a traditional early 1970’s detached house. At the bottom of the staircase is a vertical timber pillar from downstairs floor to upstairs ceiling. I want to remove this pillar and the staircase rails that are attached to it. Does this pillar simply provide an attachment for the staircase rails, or does it have an additional role of supporting the upstairs floor joists for the third bedroom above the stair well. Thanks for your help. Alec.
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Anonymous user
Hi .. You need an on-site survey to assess and be certain of any structure above that may be loading into it .. I would advise you get a structural engineer to assess for your safety ..
Answered7 February 2018
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Hertfordshire Design
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
Hi Alec,
Without seeing the post in question, and structure above that may be loading into it, its impossible to give you an accurate answer. Your best starting point would be to discuss it with a structural engineer who will be able to assist.
I hope that helps,
Rob Whittle
Hertfordshire Design
Answered26 January 2018
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