Menu

UK diy (uk.d-i-y) For the discussion of all topics related to diy (do-it-yourself) in the UK. All levels of experience and proficency are welcome to join in to ask questions or offer solutions.

Wood for balcony beams?

Search this Thread

Previous Post

Next Post

#1

Report Post

Posted to uk.d-i-y

Mr Sandman[_2_] Mr Sandman[_2_] is offline

Mr Sandman[_2_] is offline

external usenet poster

Posts: 55

Default

Wood for balcony beams?

Hi all, can someone tell me the best wood to use for the beams of a balcony?
Apparently oak is no good as it splits and holds water and rots from the
inside out.

Cheers

Steve

Reply With Quote

Reply With Quote

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Display Modes
Switch to Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Threaded Mode

Posting Rules
Smilies are On [IMG] code is On HTML code is Off Trackbacks are On Pingbacks are On Refbacks are On

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Size of wood beams? Corrugated roof?	Harry Bloomfield	UK diy	11	June 20th 06 10:24 PM
wood beams and electrics	Vass	UK diy	24	January 7th 06 04:50 AM
I-Beams T-Beams and cutting?	andymason79	Metalworking	8	November 10th 05 08:56 PM
White chalky mold (?) on wood beams	The Miles'	Home Repair	3	September 10th 05 07:34 AM
Balcony?	Martin	UK diy	2	November 15th 03 06:21 AM

All times are GMT +1. The time now is 03:38 PM.

About Us

"It's about DIY & home improvement"

Contact Us DIY Banter Forum Home Privacy Statement