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Q: How much weight can you put on 2x8 x12 foot ceiling?
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What is the weight of 2x8 lumber per linear foot?

three lbs


How much weight can a 2x 8 with 4 foot span hold?

That would depend on the specie of wood that the 2x8 is made from.


How far will a 2x8 span?

A 2x8 refers to a 2 inch by 8 foot piece of wood. The span of a 2x8 is 8 feet.


What is the maximum span on a double 2x12 beam supporting 2x8 ceiling rafters and an acoustical ceiling?

Depends on the area above the ceiling joists. Is it a live load (living space) or dead load (just the joists with maybe an attic above)? Also, the length of the ceiling joists from the last bearing point is a factor. How much weight is bearing on the beam is the critical issue.


What is the weight of a 2x8 Douglas fir board?

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How much weight can 2x8 floor joists hold?

That depends on how well supported the floor is and that depends on how far apart the joists are placed. The closer they are, the more weight can be supported.


How much weight will a pine 2x8 that spans 12 feet hold?

A pine 2x8 that spans 12 feet can typically hold around 750-900 pounds uniformly distributed load. However, this capacity can vary based on factors like the quality of the wood, the load distribution, and the condition of the beam. Consulting a structural engineer for a more accurate assessment is recommended to ensure safety.


Why is your ceiling bowing?

Could be a couple of different reasons.... Your ceiling joists could be longer than the recommended span for the size of the joist [ie: 2x6 or 2x8], and over time the weight of the ceiling material and whatever is directly above them may be bowing the ceiling down.... or In older homes with plaster ceilings with wood lath instead of gypsum sheet panels [sheetrock], the plaster sometimes breaks free from the wood lath and sags. This especially happens when there has been a water leak above the ceiling at some point......


Is laminated veneer lumber cheaper than dimensional lumber?

The price for a 2x8 LVL is approximately 3.03 per foot while dimensional lumber 2x8's is selling for $0.80 per foot. So the answer to your question is no. Laminated veneer lumber is not cheaper than dimensional lumber.


What is the answer to17-2x8?

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What is the load bearing capacity of a wood 2x8?

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What size of floor joist for framing will be needed to support a second story with a 12 foot span?

2X8 set 16 inch on center.