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LVL Timber, Laminated Wood, LVL Laminated Veneer Lumber, LVL plywood
AN ENGINEERED WOOD PRODUCT FOR BUILDINGS

1. What is laminated veneer lumber (LVL) ?

Laminated veneer lumber is a type of engineered wood products made by gluing thin layers of wood veneer together. Besides, the material are arranged in a cross-grain pattern, with the grain direction of each layer perpendicular to the layer below. This wood veneer order is really helpful to strengthen and stabilize the LVL.

2. The process of manufacturing LVL

Step 1: Veneer preparation

In this step, logs are collected carefully before being peeled to take thin sheets of wood veneer

Step 2: Veneer layering

The material will be stacked and stick together with high quality adhesive.

Step 3: Pressing

After being stacked, veneers are pressed with high heat and pressure to create a solid, cohesive panel.

Step 4: Cutting the veneer to certain sizes of LVL

3. Advantages and disadvantages of LVL

Advantages:

+ Strength and Stability: LVL is well-known for its powerful strength-to-weight ratio, and this makes it ideal for structural applications.

+ Uniformity: LVL has consistent strength, higher quality and fire resistance, which makes it reliable to use.

+ Dimensional Stability: the product is less prone to warping, twisting, and shrinking than solid lumber is.

+ Larger sizes: LVL can be produced in larger sizes than the solid wood, which is useful for building longer spans and larger structures.

+ Versatile: there are a variety of applications, including laminated timber beams, joist, headers, and roof trusses.

+ Additonally, cost-effectiveness is a factor that draws consumers’ attention.

Disadvantages:

+ Despite LVL’s outstanding benifits, LVL has some troubles with logistics. Moreover, if the manufacturer do not store the timber appropiately, the product can be decayed because of termites.

+ The storage of LVL can be quite costly.

Applications:

+ Construction: Laminated veneer lumber is the best choice for residential, commercial, and industrial construction.

+ Flooring: Hardwood floor often uses LVL as a base layer because it provides the homeowner with a stable and even surface.

+ Furniture: LVL plays a role in creating furniture frames.

Questions aksed by most people

Where to buy LVL?

There are numerous LVL suppliers worldwide, but the major problem may be how to find a trustworthy bussiness. With 15 years of experience, HAPPY LIFE Corp have been the best choice for consumers across Vietnam. Furthermore, the company have a target to expand the service globally to leading market such as the US, England, France, the UAE, and Japanese.

Laminated lumber prices?

If you are mangage to find a company which supplies LVL with reasonable prices, HAPPY LIFE Corp will deal with the matter. We are not only the supplier, but we also operate factory chains, therefore, the price is always cheaper than the others.

Laminated lumber specifications?

+ Thickness: LVL is available in thicknesses ranging from 1/2″ to 2-1/2″ or more.

+ Length: LVL is available in standard lengths of 8′, 10′, 12′, 14′, 16′, 20′, and 24′. Custom lengths may also be available.

+ Width: Common widths include 1-1/2″, 1-3/4″, 2″, 2-1/4″, 3-1/2″, 4″, 6″, 8″, 10″, 12″, and 14″.

Laminated lumber versus solid lumber?

+ Although laminated lumber has superior strength, quality, larger sizes and resistance to defects in comparison with solid lumber, laminated lumber cost higher prices which can be barries to some buyers.

About HAPPY LIFE Corp

HAPPY LIFE Corp: A Legacy of Excellence in Building Materials

With over 15 years of unwavering dedication, HAPPY LIFE Corp has established itself as a leading manufacturer of superior building materials. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the consistently high quality and strength of our products, earning us accolades and trust from engineers across the industry. 

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