does the new wall need to be under a 2x6 as is the existing wall?
2006-06-25 03:13:34 · 7 answers · asked by rubrichome 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
"IF" it's a non-bearing wall, then there is no need to support the ceiling.
You should be able to tell if it's load bearing pretty easily.I assume your taking out the existing drywall on the ceiling.Look at the ceiling joists and make sure that two joists don't rest on the wall your moving.In other words,they span over your wall.
You may want to build your new wall with 2x6 if you running any plumbing through this wall ie. vent pipes,water feeds. But there is no structural reason to use 2x6.
Good luck on your project.
Have A Great Day!
2006-06-25 07:43:09 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here's my general answer about loadbearing walls, when in doubt call professional and get their opinion.
It sounds like the 2x6 over the top of the wall is just a nailer for the drywall ceiling, if the wall is running parallel with existing floor and/or ceiling joists, which also pretty much means it is not loadbearing. If the wall is going to be the wetwall, then I'd consider it making it a 2x6 wall and use 2x8 nailer for drywall ceiling.
I'd still recommend calling someone to check out any potential structural problems, if you are in doubt.
2006-06-25 07:50:53 · answer #2 · answered by robling_dwrdesign 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO.
Aesthetically, if you move the wall and it does not damage the ceiling to a great extent, I see why not.
Assuming you know for SURE that it is NOT load bearing, then go right ahead. Make sure there are no wiring running thru the wall.
If there are wires, cut out the power to the wiring and allow enough slack to rewire later in the new wall.
2006-06-25 03:25:11 · answer #3 · answered by Nightrider 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on how much space you open up for the ceiling to hold. IF its not a weight bearing wall and it looks like the wall was just nailed in place then no. It should hold on its own. IF not then you do need to add support.
2006-06-25 03:18:32 · answer #4 · answered by SilverWolf 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will need to anchor the wall so it isn't moving if there isn't any plumbing going through it won't take much Also if there is a door or window yes you will have to make it stationary. It has to be tied in to your floor and ceiling in order to be sturdy.
2006-06-25 03:23:28 · answer #5 · answered by David C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the wall is not loadbearing then no, you don't. No reason to use 2x6's tho 2x4's will work just fine...enjoy your project :)
2006-06-25 03:21:09 · answer #6 · answered by johnkmayer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do not have to. but if the house is old it might be a good idea just for safety.
2006-06-25 03:20:34 · answer #7 · answered by hummingbird 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋