Is it okay to cut through ceiling joists?

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  • markin
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    edited 20 July 2019 at 11:00PM
    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.
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