Can I safely remove this bathroom wall?
Asked by CuriousCat123
Hey everyone! I'm looking for some advice on the layout of my bathroom, which is shaped like an L and includes three different spaces with a closet tucked in. To clarify, it looks like a child's drawing of a gift. Here's the breakdown: - There are three walls labeled A, B, and C.
- Walls A and B are perpendicular to the joists, while Wall C is parallel.
- Wall A is 5 feet from the exterior wall and has the door to both Wall A and C, along with access to the linen closet.
- Wall B is situated 11 feet from the exterior wall and has a tiled section for the tub and shower on Wall A.
- The truss style roof descends 14 feet from the exterior wall, and the joists are sistered three deep at 14 feet from the exterior, but neither Wall A nor B are sistered above.
- There's also a support beam in the basement and another in the kitchen that affects this layout. With all these details, I'm wondering if I can safely remove Wall A. I suspect it's not vital for supporting the roof structure, as the capboard might just be part of a door header. The section of Wall A in the shower room only extends for 9 feet, and its header might not be supporting anything critical. Any insights?
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Honestly, I wouldn’t risk it based on just these details. Even with a precise description, it’s hard to tell if a wall can be removed without photos or a solid understanding of how it interacts with the roof. I’d suggest consulting a structural engineer to be safe.
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I feel you—it's a lot to digest! But trying to visualize it from text alone is challenging. It might help to sketch it out a bit and share a rough diagram or photos of your setup. That way, it’ll be easier for folks to give you solid advice!
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