Different types of beams can be used in construction and remodeling projects, including swing beams, cantilever beams, and flitch beams. Interlocking beams can also be used to increase strength, but may require prefabrication. These methods are useful for reinforcing existing structures and can be more cost-effective than steel beams.
In construction and remodeling projects, it is sometimes necessary to brace or brace a beam that will hold the weight. There are several methods of doing this, and few are more versatile and effective than using a swing beam. This is composed of two wooden beams joined together by a steel plate, called a snap plate, to reinforce and multiply the strength of a single beam. While the use of these beams has largely been replaced by composite beams which are just as strong but cheaper and easier to install, they still have many uses and are a common technique, particularly in remodeling projects.
In situations that require a beam capable of transferring load over long distances, a cantilever beam can be particularly useful. Building a roof would be an example of such a situation. A flitch beam can carry a much heavier load than a simple wooden beam, so it’s a good choice for such applications. It is also lighter than a steel beam which adds to its advantage in home projects. Because the beam is made of wood rather than metal, it can still be connected to existing wood structures using screws or bolts with less effort than a steel beam.
To build an interlocking beam, two beams must be cut to length. Then, a prefabricated plate is inserted between the two beams. Finally, the three parts of the composite beam are bolted together, which can be done off-site or on-site, depending on the size of the project and resource availability. One of the drawbacks of this technique is that the slab often has to be prefabricated; if it’s not, it can be sort of a chore to install on site, although it’s by no means impossible. Some experts have moved away from flitch beams due to the high labor costs associated with installation, opting instead for engineered wood composite posts and beams to achieve the same goal.
The beam is also a versatile method, because the strength of the beam can be increased by adding more plates and wooden beams. The more plates and beams you add, the stronger the beam will be. Again, this is particularly useful in refurbishment scenarios where an existing structure needs to be reinforced. Also, because this type of beam is stronger than a regular beam, the intermittent beam requires less depth than a regular beam.
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