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The span is affected by fastners on "plate" that the deck provides;and where it's attached otherwise
In Response To: You're an architect; think of hanging one end of a floor, with a 20" span. ()
The point that I was making is that a properly made glue laminated piece may be stronger and provide a better attachment than a "solid" piece of fir.
I think the loads at the structure of the deck and its attachments may be operating somewhat differently when you and your crew is jumping around on the deck. ;^)))
When you're done with all of the attachments and sealants, I doubt that any of these should be an issue. It looks like it fits so tight, I'd more attentive to expansion from moisture or temperature causing issues. I'm assuming that you have some "play" in there.
Messages In This Thread
- A mating flange: I realized, no way a solid piece will make the bend,...
- I think you could have done it if you steamed the piece
- Probably would have been more elegant, but this should work.
- Well....
- Strength? I don't solid is stronger?
- You're an architect; think of hanging one end of a floor, with a 20" span.
- The span is affected by fastners on "plate" that the deck provides;and where it's attached otherwise
- You're an architect; think of hanging one end of a floor, with a 20" span.
- Probably would have been more elegant, but this should work.
- Re: A mating flange: I realized, no way a solid piece will make the bend,...
- I think you could have done it if you steamed the piece
