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Sir Kenyth · 02-19-2002, 01:59 PM

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Originally posted by Lord of Alcohol:
Your in luck, I build houses (thanks Milamber!) I can honestly say 2x6 floor joists would never pass code in this country but since it hasnt fallen down yet its likely ok, especially at 12" oc. I'm assuming a plywood or osb flooring over the joists. The plywood is stronger material. Anyway back to your question, while I doubt your weights would cause the whole floor to crash down onto the first floor the legs of the weight bench possibly could put a hole in the floor (and cause a bit of a hazard to you if you have to slam the bar down). An easy solution is put something under each leg, thereby distributing the weight. A 2x block, or if that makes it too high a 12"x12" piece of plywood under each leg should take care of any fears you have about taking the house down [img]smile.gif[/img]

Thanks LOA! The bench will have a "T" base. I've already got plywood to go over the floor, and carpet to go over the plywood. The weight of the bench should be well distributed over about 30 sq/ft. The floor itself is tongue/groove boards, but they look a little weak from age and sun, thus the plywood board. I've put the bench over a main support beam, just in case. This particular main beam also runs over a closet, so there are additional 2x4s holding things up from the closet door and walls. It's a little more awkward placed in this area, but definately safer. I always was a worrier about stuff like this.

02-19-2002, 01:59 PM	#10
Sir Kenyth Fzoul Chembryl Join Date: August 30, 2001 Location: somewhere Age: 55 Posts: 1,785	quote: Originally posted by Lord of Alcohol: Your in luck, I build houses (thanks Milamber!) I can honestly say 2x6 floor joists would never pass code in this country but since it hasnt fallen down yet its likely ok, especially at 12" oc. I'm assuming a plywood or osb flooring over the joists. The plywood is stronger material. Anyway back to your question, while I doubt your weights would cause the whole floor to crash down onto the first floor the legs of the weight bench possibly could put a hole in the floor (and cause a bit of a hazard to you if you have to slam the bar down). An easy solution is put something under each leg, thereby distributing the weight. A 2x block, or if that makes it too high a 12"x12" piece of plywood under each leg should take care of any fears you have about taking the house down [img]smile.gif[/img] Thanks LOA! The bench will have a "T" base. I've already got plywood to go over the floor, and carpet to go over the plywood. The weight of the bench should be well distributed over about 30 sq/ft. The floor itself is tongue/groove boards, but they look a little weak from age and sun, thus the plywood board. I've put the bench over a main support beam, just in case. This particular main beam also runs over a closet, so there are additional 2x4s holding things up from the closet door and walls. It's a little more awkward placed in this area, but definately safer. I always was a worrier about stuff like this. __________________ Master Barbsman and wielder of the razor wit!<br /><br />There are dark angels among us. They present themselves in shining raiment but there is, in their hearts, the blackness of the abyss.