Solid Wood Structures, Load-Bearing Posts and Beams: Choosing Species and Sizes
· WisutWood, full-cycle solid wood factory in Surat Thani · Woodwork
In short: Structural woodwork needs hardwood that carries load and resists termites — Teng, Daeng, Makha Mong or Takhian Thong — with post and beam sections matched to the span and the load they carry. WisutWood saws and planes structural timber to spec. Get a price straight away, then confirm it with your project's engineer or designer.
Choosing species for load-bearing work
| Species | Structural strengths | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Teng / Daeng | Very hard, strong under load, termite-resistant | On request / sourced |
| Makha Mong | Strong, stable, attractive grain | On request / sourced |
| Takhian Thong | Strong, moisture-resistant, consistently available | In stock |
What drives the section and the size
Post and beam sizes follow the span, the imposed load and the construction system — your designer or engineer should set a safe section, and we mill the timber to that spec. Timber thicker, wider or longer than standard ranges adds milling labour by difficulty. For turned round columns for lobbies and salas, see turned wood columns, posts and beams; for installer guidance, see the structural timber guide.
Before you order
- Ships planed and unfinished from the factory · no installation service (your own team assembles it)
- Prices exclude delivery · large projects in other provinces can ship by chartered truck (delivery details)
Starting a structural timber job
Send your drawings or section specs to 062-905-5562 · LINE @utt5170y, or see the structural timber system.
Frequently asked questions
Which species suit posts? Hardwoods such as Teng, Daeng and Makha Mong (on request / sourced), or Takhian Thong (in stock) — chosen for the load they carry and the size you need.
Can we specify our own sizes? Yes — the factory mills to the sections and lengths your project's designer specifies.
