What is the maximum deflection for steel vs. wooden beams?

[kattparet]

I have read that the maximum acceptable deflection in beams in a building is calculated as L/300, L/250, L/200, L/150, etc.

Uncertain about what the standard is today for steel and wood beams (glulam, construction timber...).

 

[Huvudbrytaren]

Isn't it the actual construction and what it is intended for that determines deflection and other flex, not the material used?

 

[jonmo]

Exactly, it's not possible to say generally. Then there are more things that can happen than just a beam bending, depending on the support conditions, profile, etc.