The strength and durability of glulam beams make them an ideal choice for large, open designs where long spans are required. These beams are also supplied in widths of 3 1/2' and 5 1/2' to match conventional 2 x 4 and 2 x 6 wall framing. Using IJC glulam makes it easy to frame floors flush, with no need for extra furring out. Because glulam columns are available in long lengths, the members don’t have to be spliced together, as is often necessary with sawn lumber.Īn I-joist compatible (or IJC) glulam beam is manufactured to match the depths of I-joists used in residential construction (9-1/2', 11-7/8', 14', and 16'). Glulam columns are straight and dimensionally true, making framing an easy task. Sloping glulam rafter beams are the perfect complement to ridge beams in exposed applications. They can span long distances and carry virtually any design load. The open, airy designs and high ceilings common in residential construction today make glulam the perfect choice for ridge beam applications. The strength properties of glulam headers, combined with their availability in common framing widths, makes them well-suited to these key structural applications. Glulam is an ideal choice for garage door headers and headers over both large and small window openings. The most versatile engineered wood product on the market.A sustainable product manufactured from a renewable resource.Dimensionally stable product that resists cupping and swelling.Excellent strength properties useful for value engineering.Inventoried locally in common framing sizes.Manufactured in I-joist compatible depths.Cost competitive with other engineered wood products.Using glulam in residential construction offers these advantages: Whether chosen for the beauty and aesthetic of natural wood grain, or for the ready availability and dependability of stock beams, glulam beams and columns are strong structural members that offer design flexibility and ease of installation. Glulam beams are used in both exposed installations, where appearance is important, and in many hidden structural applications, such as floor beams and headers. USDA Forest Service Forest Products Laboratory.Engineered Wood Technology Association (EWTA).

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