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How Far Can a Roof Truss Span?

Trusses have revolutionised the way we build, from decreasing the cost and increasing the strength for regular homes, to allowing us to construct monumental bridges, stadiums and halls that wouldn't...

How Far Can a Roof Truss Span?

Trusses have revolutionised the way we build, from decreasing the cost and increasing the strength for regular homes, to allowing us to construct monumental bridges, stadiums and halls that wouldn't...

a bedroom using attic trusses

Cold Roof vs Warm Roof: What's the Difference?

If you're considering purchasing trusses, you've probably also considered how you'll insulate them. In this blog we'll go through the difference between a cold and warm roof, along with the...

Cold Roof vs Warm Roof: What's the Difference?

If you're considering purchasing trusses, you've probably also considered how you'll insulate them. In this blog we'll go through the difference between a cold and warm roof, along with the...

timber piled up ready to be made into trusses

Why the UK is Going Back to Timber

After the great fire of London, a mandate was brought in to prevent the use of timber as a structural material in the area—as a result, stone and bricks became...

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Why the UK is Going Back to Timber

After the great fire of London, a mandate was brought in to prevent the use of timber as a structural material in the area—as a result, stone and bricks became...

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roof truss in a factory

Roof Truss Types Explained

There are various types of roof truss available, each with their own benefits. Which one you choose will depend on your budget, building restrictions and personal preference. In this blog...

Roof Truss Types Explained

There are various types of roof truss available, each with their own benefits. Which one you choose will depend on your budget, building restrictions and personal preference. In this blog...

posi-joist being held up in front of a factory

How much do Posi-Joists cost per metre?

The short answer: We've taken every variant of posi-joist we produce, from 2m to almost 8m, and with various depths and centres, and the average price is £69. Divide that...

How much do Posi-Joists cost per metre?

The short answer: We've taken every variant of posi-joist we produce, from 2m to almost 8m, and with various depths and centres, and the average price is £69. Divide that...

posi-joists stacked up with a lorry behind

Building an Eco Home? Choose Posi-Joists

There are a number of reasons you may want to build a more sustainable, efficient home, including lower running costs, improved air quality, higher resale values and a lower environmental...

Building an Eco Home? Choose Posi-Joists

There are a number of reasons you may want to build a more sustainable, efficient home, including lower running costs, improved air quality, higher resale values and a lower environmental...