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Floor joist loading

Posted by Ryan MacInnis, on
I want to place an aquarium (4ft x 2ft) in my living room however I’m not sure whether the current joists will support the weight (max 650kg). The room measures approx 3m x 4m, with only 2x small sofas in the room both weigh less than 20kg each. Joists/flooring are all in good condition with no sag/bounce, however any guidance on whether a) the weight would be ok within a 3sq metre space or b) recommended ways to reinforce the floor to take an aquarium of that weight.

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