Rotted Structrual Tree

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Joe

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Rotted Structrual Tree

« on: May 31, 2007, 10:20:20 PM »

I'm trying to find information for a Job I'm doing. Its a three story house with a spiral stair case as a tree as the structural member and center post of stairwell. The bottom three feet are basically gone (termite damage) I am thinking of putting a 1" diameter steel rod with teeth plates probably 3" squared (or diameter) with a threaded sleeve to adjust the height and add support along with some temporary 2 by material oak to a concrete slab for support. Then I want to use 2 pieces .5" fiberglass re bar after cleaning the decay and use the conserv 600 with sand to fill the void does this seem like a reasonable application of this product? The tree's diameter is roughly 8". Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated for this will be my first time using epoxy as a structural element. Thanks Joe


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Paul Marlowe

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Re: Rotted Structrual Tree

« Reply #1 on: June 01, 2007, 11:38:38 AM »

Joe,
This sounds like a unique & challenging project, especially for someone who has no experience using structural epoxy. I recommend hiring an experienced Restoration Contractor w epoxy experience to work w you & a Structural Engineer, who also has experience w epoxies. You must consider the condition of the tree & whether it is practical to include it into the design. You may want to consult w a licensed Arborist.
Paul


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