Glued laminated beam

[Jagger]

I have acquired a bunch of laminated beams (brand new) that were on their way to the dump. I was planning to build a wood-fired sauna on my property and thought these might come in handy.

When I look at the "small" pile and do some calculations, I see that I have enough to "log" the sauna.

My question is, can you LOG using laminated beams? I thought it would look really nice if it could be done with real joints and everything.

Well, from an economic standpoint too, since I already have all the beams on site.

Does it sound idiotic or could it work? I've searched online and haven't seen anyone do it, but it feels like you could get a solid cabin/sauna out of these beams.

Grateful for answers, preferably if someone has a link to a page.

Best regards,

Jagger

 

[anaitis]

Of course, you can build with the beams. It resembles what many manufacturers of log cabins do, they also have laminated logs.

But isn't it more economical to sell the beams? Many need glulam for their houses.

 

[Jagger]

I have sold those that can, I took care of the ones left over. I think I "saturated the market" in our little town.

I also considered taking a circular saw and cutting the edges a bit so they resemble timber more. Then you paint them like Faluröd.

Do you think you need any insulation/caulking between the beams? I thought maybe you wouldn't need it since they are completely straight and smooth.

Thanks for the answer.

Jagger

 

[Mats]

I would probably insulate a bit in any case. Wood is a living material, so it will probably move a bit in the long run.

 

[Jagger]

thanks for the quick replies.

Does anyone know if there is a site where you can see how to build with logs?

Like, "Step by step" sort of.

Jagger

 

[Nene]

Slam paint (faluröd) is usually only recommended for rough timber. Probably doesn't work on laminated wood.

 

[_bystrom_]

painted pressure-treated wood with Falu red, and it seems to go well. You should be a bit careful to dilute the first coat.

 

[Jagger]

I might have to deviate a bit from the other small houses (which are all painted with Falun red paint) and simply paint in "Falun red-like" oil paint.

Best regards,

Jagger