Specification for the reuse on wood framing onsite
Specification for the reuse on wood framing onsite
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How are people specifying the use of recycled wood for structural purposes?
I have a situation where a contractor wants to reuse wood trusses which they have pulled down from elsewhere on the project in-lieu of framing which has been specified on construction documents.
Generally I request the builder to submit evidence that the wood which turns up onsite complies with the standard set-out in the specification and likewise for moisture content and preservation treatment. How would this be achieved if the wood is reused? What must be performed to ensure that this wood is up to standard?
I have a situation where a contractor wants to reuse wood trusses which they have pulled down from elsewhere on the project in-lieu of framing which has been specified on construction documents.
Generally I request the builder to submit evidence that the wood which turns up onsite complies with the standard set-out in the specification and likewise for moisture content and preservation treatment. How would this be achieved if the wood is reused? What must be performed to ensure that this wood is up to standard?





RE: Specification for the reuse on wood framing onsite
Make sure that any bearing areas have not been torn up by nails or clips or rework the attachment some way.
RE: Specification for the reuse on wood framing onsite
RE: Specification for the reuse on wood framing onsite
RE: Specification for the reuse on wood framing onsite
What can I do to determine the stress grade and moisture content on-site. Do I need to perform a proof test to establish the load carrying capacity or are there other means for establishing the stress grade on-site?
RE: Specification for the reuse on wood framing onsite
As for mositure - you will have to buy, rent or steal a meter.
If none of the above can be readily identified - I would be reluctant to re-use.
RE: Specification for the reuse on wood framing onsite
RE: Specification for the reuse on wood framing onsite
RE: Specification for the reuse on wood framing onsite
Dont waste your companies money just to save some of theirs.