I am planning to build a sleeping loft in an apartment. Very simple: a frame with load-bearing beams at 1600x2000 with a post in each corner. What dimensions are required for the joists and load-bearing beams?
Of course, I want to achieve the most streamlined construction possible to maximize ceiling height both on and under the loft.
Of course, I want to achieve the most streamlined construction possible to maximize ceiling height both on and under the loft.
I would probably have chosen 2"x4". But you write "sovloft", and the size 1.6x2.0 m is no bigger than a regular double bed. So maybe it's just a bed frame you're going to build?
A bed frame that forms a sleeping loftKnockOnWood said:
Trying to make the most of a 22m2 apartment by building a loft where the sleeping alcove is.There are also loft beds available for purchase.V Valen1 said:A bed base that forms a sleeping loft
It might be easier, and you can take it with you when/if you move.
Example:
https://www.ikea.com/se/sv/catalog/products/70242086/
Assuming the total weight of the bed with maximum occupancy is 500 kg, the supporting frame should consist of 45x120 class C 24 beams to prevent it from being too wobbly. The dimensions of the posts mostly depend on the height of the construction. If it is no higher than 2 meters, 45x70 C 24 is more than sufficient. Thinner dimensions are often not strength-classified.
It's much more fun to build it yourself than to buy something ready-made.
There is some "building" even when you need to assemble an IKEA furniture.C Christoffer85 said:It's much more fun to build yourself than to buy something ready-made.
And it becomes much easier to take with you on the day you move
No alterations to walls, etc.