Building Regulations – Is Hanging Beam a Type of Vertical Members?

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A joist is a horizontal structural member used in framing to span an open space, often between beams that subsequently transfer loads to vertical members.

What does "vertical member" mean here? Is hanging beam a type of such vertical members?

Best Answer

A beam is a Horizontal member, it transfers the load to the vertical members such as wall studs or posts.

When you lay down on a bed or on the floor you are the horizontal position, When you are standing on your feet you are in the vertical position.

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