| ramps-alternatives to wood [message #300232] |
Fri, 06 May 2016 13:08  |
pzerkel
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Registered: September 2007
Location: Salisbury, IL
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Shortly after I purchased my coach, I built a set of these ramps from wood:
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/wood-ramp-construction/p5006.html
I did not paint them, They have mostly lived outside. The weather has taken its toll on them. It is time to build replacements.
What I am wondering about, is if it is possible to build these (or at least similar ones) from something that would hold up to the weather better? I was considering composite decking material. I know that would be much pricier, but would it work?
The composite "boards" come in 1" thickness x 5.4" wide. http://www.lowes.com/pd_371963-46086-229074___?productId=3612032&pl=1&Ntt=composite+decking
I believe a wood 2x4 is actually about 1.5 x 3.5" currently.
I guess what I really want to know is would the composite deck boards hold up under the weight? Also, would it be best to sandwich to of the 1" x 5.5" in places where the plans call for a 2x4?
If any one has thoughts on other alternative building materials, please share them.
Thanks.
Paul Zerkel
'78 Eleganza II
Salisbury IL (near Springfield)
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