Hi, I noticed that there is fiber glass dust that escapes from the attic and would like to seal it. I was planning to cover it it with plywood to cover the fiber glass that is exposed. Can I still do that or will that be against code? I just don't want to call a professional that will charge an arm and a leg just to do that but I don't want to do something that can damage the property. Is there anything else I could do to stop breathing all those particles? attic is close particle still escape.
@mrsmayanqueen I would think that plywood would be okay and you definitely wouldn't need to hire a professional. If it's the type of access opening I'm thinking of, then a piece of plywood should be okay. However, it wouldn't hurt to call your local building department, just to make sure. Building codes are different in different areas.
You can add 2 x 6's to the top of the existing 2 x 6' ceiling joists which will give you a 2 x 12" floor joist (2' x 11' is the actual size.) Cut some OSB to 10" x 2' and nail to the sides of the new joists on alternating sides. Use construction adhesive when applying the OSB to make the floor more rigid and quiet.
@astranine That is a fantastic idea, even though I cannot justify doing its, because it could create structural problems or problems for the homeowner, when they plan on selling their home. Any remodeling work that has not been approved by your local building department or a structural engineer, could become a financial nightmare, when it comes time to selling your home. Even though something will work, doesn't mean that it won't create problems eventually.
I'm sorry about that, I live in the United States and assume that everyone else does also. When I'm referring to 2 x 8, I'm talking about a piece of wood that's an inch and a half by 7 1/2 inches.
Don't forget that most attics aren't designed for storage, even though people store things up there anyway. I'm not suggesting that you can't store things up there, just don't forget that they're not designed as storage areas.
@netofuschini I'm sorry about that, I live in the United States and assume that everyone else does also. When I'm referring to 2 x 8, I'm talking about a piece of wood that's an inch and a half by 7 1/2 inches.
Don't forget that most attics aren't designed for storage, even though people store things up there anyway. I'm not suggesting that you can't store things up there, just don't forget that they're not designed as storage areas.
Hi, I noticed that there is fiber glass dust that escapes from the attic and would like to seal it. I was planning to cover it it with plywood to cover the fiber glass that is exposed. Can I still do that or will that be against code? I just don't want to call a professional that will charge an arm and a leg just to do that but I don't want to do something that can damage the property. Is there anything else I could do to stop breathing all those particles? attic is close particle still escape.
mrsmayanqueen 1 month ago
@mrsmayanqueen I would think that plywood would be okay and you definitely wouldn't need to hire a professional. If it's the type of access opening I'm thinking of, then a piece of plywood should be okay. However, it wouldn't hurt to call your local building department, just to make sure. Building codes are different in different areas.
gregvancom 1 month ago
You can add 2 x 6's to the top of the existing 2 x 6' ceiling joists which will give you a 2 x 12" floor joist (2' x 11' is the actual size.) Cut some OSB to 10" x 2' and nail to the sides of the new joists on alternating sides. Use construction adhesive when applying the OSB to make the floor more rigid and quiet.
astranine 5 months ago
@astranine That is a fantastic idea, even though I cannot justify doing its, because it could create structural problems or problems for the homeowner, when they plan on selling their home. Any remodeling work that has not been approved by your local building department or a structural engineer, could become a financial nightmare, when it comes time to selling your home. Even though something will work, doesn't mean that it won't create problems eventually.
gregvancom 5 months ago
I'm sorry about that, I live in the United States and assume that everyone else does also. When I'm referring to 2 x 8, I'm talking about a piece of wood that's an inch and a half by 7 1/2 inches.
Don't forget that most attics aren't designed for storage, even though people store things up there anyway. I'm not suggesting that you can't store things up there, just don't forget that they're not designed as storage areas.
gregvancom 1 year ago
when you say 2 by 8, do you mean cm ? or inches ?
my joists are 3,5 by 7cm with a 55cm gap between them. Im thinking about putting plywood boards so i can store things up there...
thank you
netofuschini 1 year ago
@netofuschini I'm sorry about that, I live in the United States and assume that everyone else does also. When I'm referring to 2 x 8, I'm talking about a piece of wood that's an inch and a half by 7 1/2 inches.
Don't forget that most attics aren't designed for storage, even though people store things up there anyway. I'm not suggesting that you can't store things up there, just don't forget that they're not designed as storage areas.
gregvancom 1 year ago
@gregvancom yeah im here in the UK.
thank you very much that was VERY handy.... i guess i have no chance but getting an engineer cuz my joists will surelly need to be replaced..
thank you again
netofuschini 1 year ago
Thanks, structural framing might not be a subject for everyone, unless your planning on moving a wall or remodeling your attic.
gregvancom 1 year ago
nice tips...
eliden 2 years ago