buckeye
Bronze Member
As I get closer to building a pole building, I have been reviewing the posts presented in the forum relating to such. The information contained in this forum is simply amazing.
After looking at these threads, the use of laminated or built-up posts really interests me. Compared to a standard 6x6 post, they seem to have some advantages. I don't mind the time it would take to make these laminated posts, but I was wondering about some basic construction techniques for such:
1.) I know we want to stagger the board joints, but is there a good rule of thumb for the length of stagger between the boards joints? 1-2ft or somewhere in between?
2.) What is the best way to combine the boards to make a good composite structure? Should a construction adhesive be used between the boards combined with mechanical fastening like deck screws or carriage bolts? What is a minimum distance between the use of mechanical fasteners?
3.) Is there a good standard length of board to get (8', 10') etc? I know I can get a really long board and cut it to length, but is there a good or preferred length for the board used in the pole? I would assume a minimum of joints would be preferable, but you never know.
Thanks for any information you may have!
After looking at these threads, the use of laminated or built-up posts really interests me. Compared to a standard 6x6 post, they seem to have some advantages. I don't mind the time it would take to make these laminated posts, but I was wondering about some basic construction techniques for such:
1.) I know we want to stagger the board joints, but is there a good rule of thumb for the length of stagger between the boards joints? 1-2ft or somewhere in between?
2.) What is the best way to combine the boards to make a good composite structure? Should a construction adhesive be used between the boards combined with mechanical fastening like deck screws or carriage bolts? What is a minimum distance between the use of mechanical fasteners?
3.) Is there a good standard length of board to get (8', 10') etc? I know I can get a really long board and cut it to length, but is there a good or preferred length for the board used in the pole? I would assume a minimum of joints would be preferable, but you never know.
Thanks for any information you may have!