Timber Beam Calculator

Calculations to BS 5268-2:2002

1 Enter Beam Details

This demo version is fixed at 1m clear span & 100mm bearing. The full version allows any size

Is the beam to be used as part of a domestic floor? (Limit allowed deflection to maximum of 14mm)

Yes

Will the beam be fully exposed to the elements? (Calculate as service class 3)

Yes

Automatically calculate suitable sizes

Enter a specific size

Timber strength class

Width ↔

Depth ↕

Does the beam comprise of two or more pieces connected in parallel?

2 Enter Load Details

	Enter dimension to point load ('A' on the diagram) metres (can be zero)
Dead load	Imposed load	Enter a name for this point load
kN	kN
Does this load include a roof load?

Enter a name for this load Does this load include a roof load?
Dead load per square metre	Imposed load per square metre	Width of roof perpendicular to beam
kN/m²	kN/m²	metres

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