Environment impact on the humidity change of beams from timber and glulam - experimental investigation

Abstract

The paper relates to the humidity change in timber and glulam beams. Based on the literature moisture penetration into the wood phenomenon was briefly depict. The publication describes the carried out experiments: moisture measurement of glulam and timber beams in natural conditions. Results are presented in the form of graphs and photos on which cracks and warping of the samples is shown. Based on the literature and experimental results conclusions are drawn regarding the usage of glulam and timber beams in building industry.