The Flitch Beam

We are learning about building. We know what a Flitch Beam is. In fact, we have one of our very own now. It is a big beam made of a sandwich of wood and steel plate, bolted together with great big bolts. In this case it supports the section of roof above the bedroom, where there is no wall below it.

The Flitch Beam in situ

With the beam constructed and in place, most of the rest of the roof timbers are up. Other than the covered walkway - yet to be started - we can now see for the first time the extent of the building. 

Just before close of play, a lorry delivered a pile of sand, a big cement mixer and some blocks...