Timber structures well detailed and constructed using the correct timber should last at least 25-30 years with minimal maintenance. We were engaged by a southern QLD council to inspect and recommend solutions for a public boardwalk that had deteriorated significantly since installation in 2011.
The elements of good timber design and construction had been overlooked while the developer focused on cost rather than high-performing specification. Consider the avoidance of trapping moisture, fastening horizontally rather than vertically, ensuring slip-resistant surfaces and above all, choosing durable timber.
At BCRC we specialise in supporting Structural Designers, Owners and Contractors to achieve durable timber structures through correct timber species and member selection, ensuring correct detailing and workmanship to achieve the sustainability and beauty of timber structures.
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BCRC Durability Consultants Team
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