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Yes, The multiple layers of wood glued together makes them 50x stronger than standard lumber.
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Can Microlam wood be used for outside decks in New York State?
MIcrolam is very similar to lumber, but it is much stronger. it is made with the same layering technique, but has more durablilty, and requres less supporting beams. Microlam would be a great choice for a deck. MIcrolam is very similar to lumber, but it is much stronger. it is made with the same layering technique, but has more durablilty, and requres less supporting beams. Microlam would be a great choice for a deck.
What is the maximum span for a 9 12 microlam used as a floor joist on 16 inch centers?
unless you got a great deal on them, it would never make $$$ sense to use a microlam in lieu of a TJI joist or dimensional lumber. . .microlam is too costly if you have them on hand, I would call the manufacturer. . .they should be able to give you the numbers or send you a book with the span charts
What is a micro lam beam?
Microlam (or glulam) is an engineered timber product that is made from layers or wood held together with adhesives. The end product is generally made into lengths or beams that are stronger and less prone to warping and twisting than standard timber products.
Is laminated veneer lumber cheaper than dimensional lumber?
The price for a 2x8 LVL is approximately 3.03 per foot while dimensional lumber 2x8's is selling for $0.80 per foot. So the answer to your question is no. Laminated veneer lumber is not cheaper than dimensional lumber.
Who is stronger vector or sonic?
sonic is stronger than knuckles yes he is stronger than vector
Is it stronger than me or is it stronger than I?
The correct grammar is "stronger than I".When in doubt, finish the sentence. You would say, "He is stronger than I am." Therefore, you can say, "He is stronger than I", even though it may sound odd because we are not used to hearing the correct grammar.
Is plywood cheaper than dimensional lumber?
yes.
How much stronger is a Richter 7.0 than Richter 4.0?
It's approximately 31,623 times stronger. However, if you base the strength solely on the Richter scale, it's ten times stronger per number increase. Therefore, a 7.0 is 1,000 times stronger than a 4.0 E.G. A 5.0 is 10x stronger than a 4.0 A 6.0 is 10x stronger than 5.0 and 100x stronger than a 4.0 A 7.0 is 10x stronger than a 6.0, 100x stronger than a 5.0, and 1,000 times stronger than a 4.0
Does Venus have stronger gravity?
Stronger gravity than what? The gravity of Venus is stronger than that of the moon or of Mars, but weaker than that of Earth.
Is a diamond stronger than steel?
Yes. Actually... a diamond is NOT 'stronger' than steel. A diamond is 'harder' than steel, but it is not stronger.
Is steel stronger than nylon?
Steel is stronger than nylon
Are cougars stronger than bears?
Bears are stronger than cougars
