Some support columns are easy to move. Others are so hard it makes your brain hurt to think about all that needs to be done. (Tim Carter) Perspective by Tim Carter Q: I have this load-bearing post ...

Fact checked by Emily Estep Identifying a load-bearing wall is essential before you remove or alter it to change your home's layout. A load-bearing wall supports the structure above it, like floors or ...

Load-Bearing Capacity (Bearing Pressure) Beyond total weight ratings, the load-bearing capacity (bearing pressure) describes the supported load per unit area (e.g., kg/m²). It accounts for pallet size ...

Knocking down internal walls is often top of the list of jobs when renovating a house. And although there's no doubting the transformative effect it can have on dark and gloomy rooms, it's not a job ...