Can you put load on an lvl beam past the support post? (Cantilever)
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Can you put load on an lvl beam past the support post? (Cantilever)
Could I put joist hangers and some load where the Xs are? Does the 1/4 of beam length rule apply? I’m sure if it is possible it will require more info. I am putting in an island where a load bearing wall is. I want the posts on each side of the island and where load currently ends will be right through where I want to put the island. It would be cantilevered about 2’ and still supported through the basement. Thanks
Last edited by Djsrcy; 04-24-22 at 05:36 PM.
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Yes they can though it is not listed in many span tables. Often, the use of an LVL automatically requires Professional engineering so it will be up to their calculations.