Use-case language to include across the site
low-level deckraised decksteel deck framingLVL bearertimber deck joistaluminium deck frameRHS bearerfloor load widthpost spacing
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Deck Framing Product Use Guide
A neutral product-use page showing where the current span-table product families can commonly be checked, without presenting the content as a head-to-head product comparison.
UseA neutral guide focused on applications, terminology and source links, not product-vs-product claims.
Where each product family is generally used
This page is intentionally written as a product-use guide, not a “which product is best” article. It helps users understand which source table to open when they are checking joists, bearers, beams, low-level decks, raised decks, steel framing, timber framing, LVL framing or aluminium deck framing.
| Product family | Material / system wording | Commonly checked as | Useful search terminology | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boxspan | Lightweight steel / proprietary beam system | Deck joists, bearers and related residential framing span-table rows | Boxspan span tables, Boxspan deck guide, bearer span, joist span, dead load, live load | Open source |
| DuraGal RHS | Galvanised RHS / flooring system style tables | Joists, bearers, perimeter bearers, posts and flooring-system layouts | DuraGal span tables, DuraGal Flooring System, RHS bearer, RHS joist, FLW | Open source |
| LVL | Laminated veneer lumber beams and framing | Bearers, beams, joists and general timber-engineered span tables where suitable | LVL span tables, LVL bearer span, LVL beam span, floor load width | Open source |
| Timber | Solid timber / treated pine / hardwood span tables | Deck joists, floor bearers, beams and timber deck framing layouts | timber span tables, treated pine deck joist span, MGP10, H3, deck bearer span | Open source |
| Aluminium framing | Proprietary aluminium deck frame systems | Aluminium joists, bearers, profiles, pedestal or low-height framing systems | aluminium deck frame span table, aluminium joist span, aluminium bearer span, low-level deck | Open source |
Trust position
The cleanest positioning is: SpanFinder helps users understand and compare published span-table options, then sends them back to the original manufacturer source for final checking.
This avoids making unsupported claims while still capturing valuable search terms around span tables, span charts, framing materials and product applications.
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Product-use FAQs
What is this product-use guide for?
It summarises where the product families represented in SpanFinder are commonly used, such as joists, bearers, beams, low-level decks and raised decks.
Is this a comparison FAQ?
No. It is not intended to say one product is better than another. It explains use cases and terminology so users can choose the correct table to check.
Can steel, LVL, timber and aluminium all appear in one span finder?
Yes, if comparable published span-table rows exist and the limitations are clearly labelled.
Why link to source documents?
The original manufacturer span table or guide is the authority for final checking. SpanFinder helps users find and understand options.
Will more product areas be added later?
The site is structured broadly around span tools, so future areas can be added without making the logo or brand deck-specific.