If your home renovation plans include open plan living, you're probably looking to remove some internal walls. But, while it's fair to assume external walls are load-bearing, it's not always as simple ...

A load-bearing wall works to support the weight of the structure, while a non load-bearing wall is simply a cosmetic addition. This means that you can remove a non load-bearing wall without any ...

Any architect or contractor can tell if a wall is load-bearing, said Jim Rill, of Rill Architects. The most important fact to know before taking a sledge hammer to it. Interior load-bearing walls, as ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...