[jeffrc83]

I am a novice DIYer and need some advice. I am trying to hang a 4ft porch swing parallel to 2x6 ceiling joists. The 2x6 joists span 6 ft and are spaced 16 inches. So, can I safely secure the swing to a single 2x6 joist with two 1/2 in x 5 in eye hooks? Do I need to sister the joist?

I am also concerned that the rocking/swing motion perpendicular to the joist is unstable (this section doesn't have any blocking or a strongback). But, I honestly don't know much about this stuff.

It is awkward to add blocking from above in this narrow section of attic so I am trying to keep it simple. And I hate to pull down the finished porch ceiling from below.

The swing is only wide enough for 2 people and probably wont get a lot of stress/motion - probably gentle rocking with 2 people drinking cocktails.

Thanks. -Jeff

 

[Nealtw]

What is the finished ceiling. That would be all you have to stop any rocking of the 2x6

 

[jeffrc83]

I think the porch ceiling is somewhat thin plywood or appearance board without much strength

 

[Nealtw]

I think the porch ceiling is somewhat thin plywood or appearance board without much strength

Have you considered a free standing unit.

 

[House Designer]

I would add two pieces of 2x6 solid blocking, one at each end as close to the point load (screw eye location) as possible. This will support the joist from twisting. Otherwise, everything should work fine. You are not overloading the 2x6 ceiling joist because it only spans 6 ft, and your point loads are near the ends.