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Is it okay to cut through ceiling joists?
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If it was 2x6 it could span 10ft, From memory 2x4 can only span 6ft, any more and it will bend/deflect to much and crack the plasterboard.
If its resting on an internal wall, then that to the outside wall would be the span, im guessing its way more than 5 ft. You really need to measure the wood and get a real idea of the actual span.
They do also likely serve as part of the roof to stop the roof spreading and pushing out the walls.0
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