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Engineered beam stock is finding its way onto more sites. This review of glulams, LVL, and other specialty beams tells how to make the best use of the new materials. More
By William Loeffler. You can’t hang today’s trusses, wood I-beams, and LVL on flea-market joist hangers. This survey of special connectors guides you to the right hardware for the job. More
