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How Does Timber Species Affect Structural Performance?

How Does Timber Species Affect Structural Performance?

By Matt McGinnis, PE on December 02, 2025

Understanding Strength, Availability, and Design Impacts When designing a heavy timber structure, one of the most important decisions happens before engineering calculations or joinery details: choosing the right timber species. While aesthetics, cost, and regional availability all play a role, the structural behavior of a species has a significant impact […]

Interior of Mahamudra Buddhist retreat with high ceilings and glulam arches.

Glulam vs. Solid Beams: Which Is Best For Your Project?

By Caitlin on November 07, 2017

Customers often ask us about using Glulam in their building projects and want to know how this material differs from solid WOOD beams. And how do you know when to use Glulam in your project and when to use timber?     Glulam Glued laminated timber, also called Glulam, is a type […]

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