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I’m tinkering with the idea of using a section of tree with some branches instead of an interior support post in a DIY new construction project. This bit of tree trunk would be 12-18″ in diameter, 12-15′ high and would be expected to support a 12×32′ section of roof in snow country. The tree would rest on concrete. The species would most likely be oak.
Questions:
I assume the tree needs to be stripped of bark. What else, if anything, needs to be done to preserve the surface? It’s a safe bet that at least a few insects will inhabit this chunk of wood before installation. What to do about that, if anything?
How long would this thing have to season to feel comfortable that shinkage, warpage and rot are minimal worries?
Can the base sit directly on concrete without being treated with a chemical? Does it need to be elevated off the concrete with some sort of “shoe”?
Anyone know of a clever way to place an object like this without a crane?
Thanks!
-Randy
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I'm tinkering with the idea of using a section of tree with some branches instead of an interior support post in a DIY new construction project. This bit of tree trunk would be 12-18" in diameter, 12-15' high and would be expected to support a 12x32' section of roof in snow country. The tree would rest on concrete. The species would most likely be oak.
Questions:
I assume the tree needs to be stripped of bark. What else, if anything, needs to be done to preserve the surface? It's a safe bet that at least a few insects will inhabit this chunk of wood before installation. What to do about that, if anything?
How long would this thing have to season to feel comfortable that shinkage, warpage and rot are minimal worries?
Can the base sit directly on concrete without being treated with a chemical? Does it need to be elevated off the concrete with some sort of "shoe"?
Anyone know of a clever way to place an object like this without a crane?
Thanks!
-Randy