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Raised Tie vs Scissor Truss—Which Should You Ch...

If you're looking to incorporate a bit of charm and character into your new home, opting for a vaulted ceiling will go a long way. Whether you have an old...

Raised Tie vs Scissor Truss—Which Should You Ch...

If you're looking to incorporate a bit of charm and character into your new home, opting for a vaulted ceiling will go a long way. Whether you have an old...

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Why London Loves Posi-Joists

Despite being based near the South Wales border in Herefordshire, we deliver Posi-Joists into London and the surrounding areas several times a week—far more than any other area of the...

Why London Loves Posi-Joists

Despite being based near the South Wales border in Herefordshire, we deliver Posi-Joists into London and the surrounding areas several times a week—far more than any other area of the...

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The Environmental Benefits of Glulam Beams

Glulam is not just a strong and versatile building material—it’s also one of the most environmentally friendly choices available. In this blog, we’ll explore why glulam beams are a sustainable...

The Environmental Benefits of Glulam Beams

Glulam is not just a strong and versatile building material—it’s also one of the most environmentally friendly choices available. In this blog, we’ll explore why glulam beams are a sustainable...

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How Much Does Glulam Cost?

Glulam can cost as little as £12 ex VAT for a 500mm beam at 225mm depth using 90mm timber, through to nearing £1000 ex VAT per beam for one spanning...

How Much Does Glulam Cost?

Glulam can cost as little as £12 ex VAT for a 500mm beam at 225mm depth using 90mm timber, through to nearing £1000 ex VAT per beam for one spanning...

attic truss hanging from a crane

Do You Need a Crane to Unload & Fit Trusses?

When purchasing trusses, you might be tempted to cut costs by not hiring a crane, forklift or farm vehicle to unload and fit your trusses (most, if not all, manufacturers...

Do You Need a Crane to Unload & Fit Trusses?

When purchasing trusses, you might be tempted to cut costs by not hiring a crane, forklift or farm vehicle to unload and fit your trusses (most, if not all, manufacturers...

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Do Roof Trusses Need to be Treated?

We often get asked whether roof trusses need to be treated, and the simple answer is no, unless you live in the areas marked by the map below. If you...

Do Roof Trusses Need to be Treated?

We often get asked whether roof trusses need to be treated, and the simple answer is no, unless you live in the areas marked by the map below. If you...