The garage had these in the ceiling (floor for above storage area that the buyer would like to finish). never saw them as non I beam. I wonder what kind of load they can carry.
I would imagine it would not carry much of a load if any. I would recommend that the client inquire to the manufacturer for live load characteristics.
Thanks Rob
It looks like rim board. If that’s what it is, I don’t think it has much structural value.
Thanks Frank. There is a bit of a load on in now with storage, but the buyer wanted to enclose this space and use it as extra living (office ect…) space. would also have to x drywall the ceilings below.
It is. Its called “Timberstrand” and should definitely not be used for that application.
They can be used as a joist and can carry a considerable load. See: http://www.weyerhaeuser.com/woodproducts/document-library/tj-9005