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    Default Using GLT for structural work.

    G'Day Guys,

    can anybody forsee any problems with using Glued Laminated Timber for the structural work in a deck. I gather by that he means posts, bearers etc. This is the builders recommendation. Is GLT OK to use for this application?


    Thanks for any help on this one..

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    Depends on the timber. I have seen exposed glulam beams distort and begin to de-laminate in the past.

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    Moisture might be a concern. How exposed would it be? Is the GLT rated for outdoor exposure?
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    Have a look at this: http://www.chhfuturebuild.com/upload...sed_June07.pdf

    You can use Hyspan in weather exposed situations with a few extra precautions. It needs to be treated to H3 as well.
    "I don't practice what I preach because I'm not the kind of person I'm preaching to."

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    HySpan is definately better if you protect it properly.

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