Connection timber when building a house: tips and tricks

Timber is one of the most popular building materials, which is used at all stages of the construction of buildings and can be not only a full-fledged structural element, but also part of auxiliary devices.

It was used in ancient times, and nowadays it has not only retained its old purpose, but also gained a lot of other applications. In this case, craftsmen are usually interested in the question of what types of joints of timber exist and how to use them in certain conditions in order to achieve the maximum result.

Connection types

First of all, it should be noted that there are a great many different technical solutions and ways of mounting this material. They differ in their principles of performance, durability, ability to withstand various conditions and the degree of weakening of the main elements.

It should be noted that the old patterns for connecting the timber in some applications may be much more efficient and reliable than the latest installation methods.

Building up

When working with this material, quite often there is a need to increase the dimensions of the initial product.

To do this, make the connection of the timber length or capacity.

• At the end of one beam cut out the seat in the form of the tail of the swallow.
• The second timber is treated in such a way that at its end there is a protrusion in its shape suitable for joining.
• Such a lock is installed through the top and, if desired, fixed with a nail or a metal bracket.

It should be noted that the quality of such a connection between the timber has been checked for centuries. It is believed that this method is the most reliable and efficient, and the places of the bundle can withstand even large loads of vertical directivity. Some masters prefer to use the joint in the form of a rib for this installation, but its strength and stability sometimes causes great doubts.

Tip! To facilitate the work and simplify measurements, you can make a special template, according to which you can manufacture locks.

Corners

When organizing corners of this type of material, many builders have a question about what kind of mounting they choose. The fact is that the ways of connecting the timber during the construction of a house in this area have a lot of options.

However, it is worth noting that all these varieties and methods come down to two principles of installation.

• The most famous and popular method of manufacturing such angles is the type of installation as a result of which small residues are formed. For its implementation from the end of the beam retreat 20-40 cm and make the seat in half the width. They do the same with another beam, and as a result they are overlapped and fixed with a bracket.

The principle of this installation is popularly called the connection of a timber in half wood, since half of the material thickness is removed from the workpiece. However, if desired, you can make another version of the castle.

• The second method of installation assumes that there will be no residues, and as a result an even angle will be obtained. In this case, a method is commonly used which is called joining a bar into a root spike. The fact is that when it is manufactured, a small cotter pin is left at the end, which should fit into the groove on the other log.

Some masters believe that if you do not make a residue, then this method of connection can be considered ideal for the corners of the beam. It will give the construction strength and at the same time will not let air into the room. Although the same professionals believe that when creating corners at the junction of locks it is necessary to lay a layer of tow.

Tip! For greater reliability, the corners are not only additionally fixed with staples, but also fix the joints in the lock with long nails. In the old days, this was done with wooden cotter pins.

Profiled products

Usually, the connection of the profiled beam between them does not cause any questions, since there is a special notch on it which was created specifically for these purposes. However, it must be remembered that even a few small locks, which is the shape of the profile, will not be able to ensure tightness, which means that all the joints of such material must be laid with roll tow or special rubber seals.

Angular types of connections of a bar of this execution are made in the same way, as well as during the work with usual material. It should be remembered that the profile products are weakened, and it is necessary to select the type of lock for them, taking into account this feature. This is often an additional reason that this material is not very popular.

However, there are experts who believe that it is very convenient to work with such a bar and it is much better than a regular product. However, they argue that it is very durable, and for the organization of the corners, you just need to choose the appropriate type of installation. That is why such masters most often use the connection of the beam in the paw.

Tip! Some types of glued profiled material are very convenient for installation, but the strength of such joints is not very reliable. That is why it is best to use solid beams for building a house, even if they are notched.

Walls and interior partitions

Creating houses from this material, quite often it is necessary to face the fact that it is necessary to connect one product perpendicularly to another. This is usually found in the organization of walls or interior partitions. The type of this joint is called the T-shaped connection of the beam.

In the old days, such a problem was dealt with in the general installation of walls:

• Сначала в брусе, расположенном на несущей стене проделывали паз по принципу «ласточкин хвост» или «сковородень».
• Further, on the material for creating the partition, a projection was made on the same principle.
• After that, the bars were connected, and for reliability they were fastened with a nail.

Currently, the creation of such nodes is quite problematic, since it takes a lot of time and effort. It is for the poet to make such joints the best way to use metal corners, which will be fastened with nails or screws.

This method of installation has long been used in the construction and furniture industry to give the structure additional strength. It should be noted that the price of these auxiliary elements is relatively low, and the installation speed increases several times.

Tip! As a material for the manufacture of corners, it is best to use aluminum or stainless steel. This will significantly increase the life of the product and prevent rust.

Rafters

Since the timber is a versatile material, it is often used for the manufacture of the roof. In this case, the system of all nodes and connections in this area is significantly different from that used in the construction of timber walls or partitions. To implement it, there is a special instruction that is developed for a specific type of roof.

Typically, such joints of timber represent an oblique slant at 45 degrees, which is fixed to the surface with large nails. Also, to strengthen and increase the strength of the use of metal brackets. The tops of the rafters are assembled on bolted joints, and are tied together with boards or sheets of plywood.

Tip! Making the roof is a very responsible process. Therefore, it must be produced in strict accordance with a previously developed project.

The connection of the crowns

Laying the bars on each other, there is a need to organize their ligaments among themselves. This moment is realized by vertical drilling in the two products of the hole into which the wedge is made, made with your own hands. Moreover, these seats are best placed in a staggered manner with respect to each other.

It must also be remembered that in those places where such a connection will be located there should be no cracks or other material defects. The hole itself should not exceed 1/3 of the beam width. Otherwise, the material may break or lose its strength.

Tip! If there is no desire or ability to make wedges independently, then in specialized stores you can purchase ready-made products. This will greatly facilitate the work and speed up the installation process.

Conclusion

In the presented video in this article you will find additional information on this topic. Also on the basis of the text presented above, it can be concluded that the construction of houses from a bar uses a lot of different types of connecting elements. (See also the article How to properly lay timber during the construction of a wooden house) All of them have their advantages and disadvantages, which determine their scope.