Designing a steel or wood beam
 

"Ted Edwards" wrote in message
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How much difference is there in strength between common construction
lumber?

There are various grades of lumber which can vary the maximum stress from
600 psi to 1600 psi - depending on species.

Sincerely,


Donald L. Phillips, Jr., P.E.
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