I work on heavy timber(wood framing) constructions now and try to make optimal spans for columns in the building.
Who already has expirience in that, could you say what beams(dimensions) should I use for floring if I would like to make 20' spans between colums?
Is it possible at all?
If not, is it possible to make 15' spans?
I know what beams to use for 10' spans, but I feel that it is possible to make it larger. Isn't it?
I understand that the best option would be to calculate the load, but I think there are some standarts in Heavy Timber or wood framing in general, which can help without calculation. Please notice, there are 2 floors and a flat roof.
Hello,
I would like to take an advise.
I work on heavy timber(wood framing) constructions now and try to make optimal spans for columns in the building.
Who already has expirience in that, could you say what beams(dimensions) should I use for floring if I would like to make 20' spans between colums?
Is it possible at all?
If not, is it possible to make 15' spans?
I know what beams to use for 10' spans, but I feel that it is possible to make it larger. Isn't it?
I understand that the best option would be to calculate the load, but I think there are some standarts in Heavy Timber or wood framing in general, which can help without calculation. Please notice, there are 2 floors and a flat roof.
I am looking forward to your advise.
Thank you very much.
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Hire a Structural Engineer. Generalized span charts are a bad idea, as it all depends on where and what you are building.