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What Are Timber Construction Details and How Do They Affect Performance?
Heavy timber buildings are becoming increasingly common in commercial, institutional, and industrial construction. Designers and building owners often choose timber because it offers structural strength, natural visual appeal, and environmental advantages. Beyond the...
Heavy Timber Construction Type Explained
Knowing different ways to build helps builders pick the best method for each project. Heavy timber construction, or Type IV construction, is strong, durable, and naturally beautiful. Walk into a building made with heavy timber, and it feels warm, welcoming, and solid....
Mass Timber Moisture Management in Building Design
Mass timber is changing modern building design. Its strength, sustainability, and natural appearance make it a popular alternative to steel and concrete in commercial, institutional, and multifamily projects. However, mass timber is still wood. And wood reacts to...
How to Make Curved Glulam Beams: Understanding the Process
Glulam, or glued laminated timber, is an engineered wood product designed to outperform solid wood in demanding structural applications. It is created by bonding individual pieces of dimensional lumber together with structural adhesives under controlled conditions....
Ripping a Glulam Beam: What You Need to Know
Many homeowners and contractors encounter situations where a glulam beam does not fit as expected during renovations or new construction. This often happens when layouts change, utilities are added, or older structures are adapted to modern designs. Industry data...
Common Glulam Beam Sizes & Their Applications
Glulam, short for glued laminated timber, is one of the most widely used engineered wood products in modern construction. It is made by bonding multiple layers of dimensional lumber, creating a structural member that is stronger, more stable, and more consistent than...
Celebrate the Holidays with Binkley Construction
The holiday season brings twinkling lights, festive gatherings, and a chance to reflect on a year of hard work and achievement. For commercial spaces, timber structures create warm, inviting environments that combine beauty, durability, and innovation. From offices to...
The Strength & Safety of Fire Treated Glulam Beams
Glulam beams are becoming a favorite in modern buildings because they’re strong, flexible, and look great. When these beams are fire treated, they get extra protection against flames and heat, giving you peace of mind about safety. Even in tough conditions, fire...
Douglas Fir Tongue & Groove for Timber Construction
Looking for strong, beautiful wood that works for lots of building projects? Douglas fir tongue and groove is a smart choice. You can use it for floors, ceilings, decks, and more, and it looks amazing while holding up over time. Across the Southern U.S., timber like...
Interior Glulam Beams in Public and Commercial Design
Interior glulam beams do more than hold up a building. They add strength, style, and flexibility to big public and commercial spaces. Schools, churches, and city buildings often use glulam beam interior design to make rooms strong and beautiful. These beams can hold...
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