Where Are Box Beams Used?
Choosing a custom made box beam not only looks great but has functional appeal as well. Box beams are often what you see on ceilings. A box beam is also used to wrap unappealing structural elements like pipes or I-beams, or framing in a building. Installation is far easier as well since the box beams are lighter, can be easily trimmed or modified to fit with tools on the job site, and the weight is far less than a solid beam. As well, they are a great alternative to solid beams in applications which preclude the use of heavier solid beams.
Example of using Resawn Box Beams as Ceiling Beams:
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