Timber Beams Doubled Height
Timber Beams Doubled Height
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We often review log homes and the manufacure often uses two log atop of each other for lintels etc. I usually reject this configuration and require a solid beam. Any thoughts on the subject?





RE: Timber Beams Doubled Height
RE: Timber Beams Doubled Height
Check the deflection based on the sum of the I's for the two logs. There is obviously a limit to this working for any span length based on the diameter and grade of the logs. This limit should be handled in the structural and framing notes.
Mike McCann
MMC Engineering
RE: Timber Beams Doubled Height