Benefits of Building with Poles and Pilings

Benefits of Building with Poles and Pilings

• Poles and Pilings have long life spans due to reduced heartwood exposure.
• They can be sanded, stained, or painted to match existing décor.
• Poles and Pilings are stronger and suffer less warping than dimensional timbers.
• Long life span and superior strength make them very cost effective.

Definitions:

Pole — defined by its particular structural installation. If the pole is set with the butt (large end) in the ground, such as a utility pole or barn pole, it is referred to as a pole.

Piling — also defined by its installation. Pilings are driven into the ground with the tip (small end) first.

I wrote this for http://www.AmericanPoleandTimber.com among other things.