Cut a too long Lecabalk?

[johanlundberg]

Hello
I am collecting quotes on building materials for a garage and have received a price for a lecabalk that is 3.9 meters. However, I cannot use a beam longer than 3.6 meters. It was significantly cheaper though, and I am now wondering if I can cut it to the required length. Does anyone know how a lecabalk is constructed and if it matters if I cut it?

/Johan

 

[raveper]

Simply saw it off with a regular handsaw. Don't know if one that long might contain some reinforcement, but you can saw through that too.

 

[johanlundberg]

It definitely contains quite a bit of reinforcement. I guess you would need to use a substantial cutting tool to get through. The question is whether it compromises anything if you cut it?

 

[byggare henke]

just cut

 

[johanlundberg]

ok

 

[byggare henke]

but fine cuts. do not damage the beam in any way

 

[johanlundberg]

OK, reciprocating saw maybe?

 

[byggare henke]

yeah with good blades like that. diamond blades. can be used in reinforcement too (takes a bit longer than metal blades).