They installed a post in the basement (on top of the new footing), removed the old load bearing wall and put the new beam up in its place.
Here's what our "open concept" main floor looks like now!
Monday, June 29, 2009
Beam Installed
Once the concrete footing was dry, we were able to move forward with taking down the wall between the kitchen and dining room. Jerry and Rich came by to help Dave with the work. First, they installed two temporary walls to hold up the floor joists while the wall was removed.
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Yipee!! You're on your way now!
Just came across your blog today (I guess I am a little late!). Can I ask what is probably basic questions about this part of your reno... does the basement post you installed align with the post that is holding up the interior-most end of your kitchen beam? We're in a Leaside semi as well with what looks to be pretty much the exact same layout as yours... just trying to get a feel for what needs to be done when opening up a kitchen like you did. Thanks.
You are correct Lisa. The support on the interior-most end of the beam is transfered to a new steel post in the basement. The new steel post is then supported by a large concrete footing: http://jenanddavesreno.blogspot.com/2009/06/concrete-footing.html.
Good luck! If you have any other questions, just let us know.
Hey Jen, another question on the topic of your reno! I was wondering if you happen to know what type and size of beam you used when you removed the wall in the kitchen? Trying to figure out how much an appropriate beam might come will come down from the ceiling. Thanks!
Before we started, we had an engineer review and stamp our plans to ensure we used the right type and size of beam. We think it was called a PSL beam. The beam size was 5" x 9". Then we strapped it to allow us to run the electrical for our kitchen pendant lights. After strapping and drywall, it comes down 10.5" from the ceiling.
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